The series ended with some decent winter running weather and several of the fastest finishing times we’ve seen at any of this year’s Chills. 29 runners completed all four series races, led by Brennan Brockway and Caitlin Loehr, who averaged 21:21 and 22:36, respectively. (Scroll down for the 2020 overall series standings.) 185 of you ran at least one of the races.
We handed out some prizes at the post-series brunch at Kelly’s Dockside. Shirts were awarded to top male finisher Brockway, top female finisher Loehr, the slowest finisher (and weekly course sweep, Heather Cobb), as well as a random drawing of Matthew Clark. If you missed out on buying or winning a shirt, we will be selling them at the next indoor track meet on February 23 in Barton Hall.
Thank you to all of our volunteers who made these races possible while struggling to maintain a stable core temperature. Alissa McCain handled day-of registration and bib handout. She was assisted by John Shaff, who also dropped the cone at the turn-around every week. Adam and his group of timers showed up at each race to record times with frozen fingers. The rest of you know who you are—thank you! And thank you to all the new members who joined FLRC to run one or more of these races!
Next weekend strap on your snowshoes and take it off-road at the Super Frosty Loomis 5K/10K Snowshoe Race. On the opposite end of the running surface spectrum, February 23 is our second of three indoor winter track meets.
Webscorer: Chill #4 | Series Standings
5K Results
Final Series Standings
ABOUT
The Winter Chill 5K Series is an excuse to get out of the house every Sunday in January and run a low-key race with fellow FLRC members. The weather at these races can range from downright balmy to wonderfully wintry. All four races are free to FLRC members, and if you’re not already a member, you can sign up for an annual membership for just $20.
Continuing with our tradition, each race will have a theme. Each theme is, of course, optional. The idea is that it increases the fun factor and makes for some interesting photo opportunities. With the Super Bowl only a week away, it’s only fitting that this race’s theme (week 4) is to wear apparel from your favorite sports team.
Each Winter Chill race follows the same course,starting behind the hockey rink at Cass Park and following the Waterfront Trail along the Cayuga Inlet. New for 2020: runners will follow the Waterfront Trail south along the Cayuga Inlet, turning around just beyond the Route 96 underpass. Then follow the same route back to the finish.
Winter Chill 5k course map. Red dot is the halfway turn-around.)
This being the fourth and final Chill, FLRC will host a post-race brunch in conjunction with the awards ceremony. Location TBA.
Warm up your New Year’s resolutions (or proud lack thereof!) and drag your friends along for the fun!
WHERE
Each race starts and finishes behind the hockey rink at Cass Park (701 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY 14850). There is plenty of free parking at Cass Park.
WHEN
The race starts at 11:00 AM. Day-of-race registration and bib pick-up from 10:30 – 10:45.
REGISTRATION
Online pre-registration is strongly encouraged! Save time in the cold—sign up for membership first. If you cannot register online, a paper entry form is available.
Day-of-race registration closes at 10:30 AM. You will be issued a numbered bib which will be used for all four races.
Reuse your bib for each race!
FEES
Free for FLRC members. Membership costs $20 (individual) or $35 (family) for the series.
WARNINGS
- Beware that the wind off the inlet may be very cold. Wear appropriate clothing and lots of it!
- The paved trail may be icy. Please exercise caution when running and passing others.
- FLRC and the City of Ithaca make reasonable efforts to ensure a clear path, but cannot guarantee one.
NOTES
- You must be an FLRC member to run!
- Make sure to bring your bib from the first race to each subsequent race.
- Restrooms and changing facilities are available in the main building of Cass Park.
- There will be no water stops on the course—they might freeze, and it’s only a 5K.
- Post-race food and drink will be provided.
- Results will be announced at the race and will also be available at the FLRC Web site afterward.
- For remaining questions, contact race director Sarah Drumheller at smdrumheller@gmail.com.
POLICIES
- You must check in for each event so we know who is running.
- No dogs, headphones, or jogging strollers. These make the race dangerous for everyone.
- The race directors reserve the right to reject any entry for any reason.
- All runners must follow the directions of course marshals or risk being disqualified.
- This race is organized by the Finger Lakes Runners Club and insured by the Road Runners Club of America.
