NM HOBBLER GOBBLER THANKSGIVING DAY RUN

745 Loma Colorado NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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Event Description

Register today for the must event of this Thanksgiving with an invigorating run or walk before the parades, football games and feasting commence. The 18th annual NM Hobbler Gobbler Thanksgiving Day 10K, 5K and Kids K, November 25, 2021, is one event you won’t want to miss! Great long-sleeve performance tech tee shirt, age group and overall awards and whole lot of fun! Register now and be ready to toe the line with hundreds of other participants at the start! Don’t forget your family and friends! To register and learn more about the NM Hobbler Gobbler and other favorites, go to: www.irunfit.org.

Register for the RunFit Fall Series. To learn more about the RunFit Fall Series and other exciting events, go to: www.irunfit.org.

Helping to combat childhood obesity and build community one event at a time.

Thank you,

RunFit

NM HOBBLER GOBBLER

2021

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION

 

LOCATION:

Rio Rancho Aquatic Center 

745 Loma Colorado NE

Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124

 

EVENT SCHEDULE:

November 25, 2021

10K: 9:00 a.m.

5K: 9:15 a.m.

Kids K: 10:15

NOTE: The Rio Rancho Aquatic Center will be closed no later than 11:00 a.m. on race day. Please plan accordingly in terms of accessing the facility/restrooms.

 

PACKET PI CK-UP:

(Also, walk-in registration location)

New Balance Store 

3731 Ellison Rd. NW

Albuquerque, NM 87114  

Wednesday, November 24, 2021 

Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

 

PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS RACE-DAY REGISTRATION; HOWEVER, ALL PRE- REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS MUST PICKUP THEIR EVENT PACKETS AT "PACKET PICK-UP."

If you are not able to pick up your packets in person at the above location and times, you must decide for a representative to pick up your packet. Any out-of-town participants may pick up their packet on race morning at the registration area located inside the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center.

 

VIRTUAL RUN/WALK (ONLY):

PLEASE NOTE: Your race swag will be mailed out beginning June 25, 2021, and continue as registrations come in.

 

For additional event information, please go to our RunFit website: www.irunfit.org.

If you choose to have your packet mailed to you. please make sure you enter your mailing address when registering for the event and add the additional charge for shipping.

Please note: All virtual runners and walkers must include “SHIPPING” prior to completing your registration online. All other packets (Live race only) will be available at Packet Pickup. Please see date and times listed above.
Be sure to follow social distancing and other safety measures provided by the State of NM and your local government regarding COVID-19 as you participate.

Follow these 3 easy steps to run/walk your 10K or 5K!

Note: Kids K and 1-MILE are non-timed events.

* Step 1:
Walk or run ANYTIME between November 20-25, 2021, and record your race time using: Strava, Garmin, MapMyRun, MapPedometer.com or a simple stopwatch.

 

* Step 2:
Email your race completion time to stephenpino@hotmail.com
* Include first and last name, run date, event (10K or 5K), city and state and race completion time in the body of the email. Note: Subject line: NM Hobbler Gobbler Virtual Run Result Information
* Run/walk times must be submitted by 11:59 pm (mtn.) on November 26, 2021.

* Step 3:
Submit a selfie on the RunFit Facebook:
* Post on https://www.facebook.com/Runfitabq/

* Submit a selfie after your run/walk or a pic of the location you ran/walked!
* In providing a photo or selfie you allow RunFit to share your pic on the RunFit website and other event social media. (The pic you provide will not be used for sales or marketing purposes without written permission.)

 

Please note: Steps 2 and 3 are optional.

 

START:

The Start is within a short distance from the finish (just west of the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center and Park. approx... .25 of a mile on Loma Colorado. front of Rio Rancho H.S. Performing Art Center.)

Note: Race Day Registration and Timing Chip Pickup will be located at the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center. NOTE: ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO WOULD LIKE TO BE ENTERED IN THE RESULTS AND BE ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS MUST WEAR A TIMING CHIP/BIB. ALL BIBS MUST BE PLACED ON THE FRONT OF THER PERSON AND MUST BE VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES DURING THE EVENT.

 

PARKING:

PLEASE USE DESIGNATED PARKING AREAS ONLY. DO NO PARK ON ROADS OR PEDESTRIAN/BIKE PATHS. AVAILABLE PARKING AT RIO RANCHO AQUATIC CENTER, RIO RANCHO LIBRARY (JUST NORTEAST OF AQUATIC CENTER) AND LOMA COLORDO PARK PARKING LOT (JUST WEST OF AQUATIC CENTER). PLEASE NOTE: THE RIO RANCHO PERFORMING ARTS CENTER HAS AVAILABLE PARKING AND IS CLOSEST TO THE START OF THE 10K AND 5K. 

 

BATHROOM FACILITIES:

Bathrooms are in the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center

Note: The Rio Rancho Aquatic Center closes at 11:00 a.m. on race day. Please plan accordingly.

START INFORMATION:

Start location for the 10K and 5K is located just west of the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center and Park -- approximately .25 of a mile west... in front of the Rio Rancho H.S. Performing Arts Center. The Hobbler Gobbler Kids K starts on the south side of the Loma Colorado Park.

All races will start promptly at the designated times listed above. Allow plenty of time to get to the Start Line to seed yourself according to your projected pace time. If you are driving to the race plan to arrive early. See parking information above.

 

This race is a Gun Start with a Timing Chip finish. The "official time" will start when the gun/horn goes off. NOTE: ALL RACES WILL START ON TIME SO PLEASE BE AT THE START 10-15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START. 

 

Race (Bib) Number Requirements: 

Each participant will receive a Race (Bib) number that must be worn on race day. DO NOT alter your race number in any way. Your bib number must be visible and worn on the front outside of all clothing during the entire race so that it may be clearly seen. Bib numbers are nontransferable, and MUST be worn by the runner to whom it is assigned.

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Do you have COVID protocols in place? New Mexico will retire its color-coded, county-by-county system and all COVID health restrictions will be lifted July 1. All limitations on mass gatherings will be gone. The Red White and Blue Run may operate at 100% capacity. For those who are not vaccinated or not vaccinated, you are welcome to social distance and wear mask. This will be your choice and not enforced due to the COVID restrictions being lifted. 

Can I run with iPod/headphones?

Yes. USATF, the national governing body of the sport, amended its ban on headphones, iPods, and similar devices. 

Can I run with my GPS device?

Yes, participants may wear their GPS watches/devices. However, these items do not count as "second timing devices" and will not be recognized by the event as official times or distances.

What is NOT allowed on the course?

The use of video devices, cell phones, computers, cameras, or any similar devices by participants in the event is prohibited. The use of wheeled devices by participants or any other person authorized to be on the course shall be strictly limited to: (a) authorized and registered competitive wheelchair participants; and (b) authorized course marshals on bicycles. Baby joggers, baby strollers, skateboards, rollerblades, unauthorized bicycles, or any other wheeled device will not be permitted.

Do you have a Lost and Found in case I lose something at the Event or on the racecourse?

Yes. We will have a Lost & Found for items that were lost and found on race day. If you are missing a personal item, please call: 505.217.4774.

I am injured and/or cannot run the event (family commitment, work obligation, etc.). Can  I get a refund, donate my entry, or transfer my entry to someone else?

No. Sale and/or transfer of race entry/bib are strictly prohibited and will result in the disqualification and/or banning of any individuals involved from future events. All entry fees are non-refundable and cannot be deferred toward a future event.

If I provide medical documentation of my injury or pregnancy, will you give me a refund?

No. Please refer to our official event rules and guidelines.

Can I defer my entry to the next year if I am unable to run this year?

No, participants cannot defer their entries to the next year if they are unable to run.

Can a friend pick up my packet for me if I cannot attend Packet Pickup?

Yes. Your friend can pick up your packet for you.

What is not allowed on the course?

For everyone's safety baby carriers, baby backpacks, inline skates, motorized scooters, bicycles, skateboards, and animals of any kind are prohibited from the course. Note: See information about “dogs” below. Strollers and baby joggers are permitted on the 5K course only. Strollers and baby joggers must start at the back of the pack and your child must be always secured in the stroller.

Are baby strollers allowed in the Hobbler Gobbler?

Yes, but only for the 5K. We ask that any baby strollers start the race at the back of the pack to not create any trip hazards for other participants when the race begins. Note: Your child must be always secured in the stroller. 

Are dogs allowed? 

No! Although the City of Rio Rancho has nearly 21 dog friendly parks, Loma Colorado Park is not one of them. Please leave your dog at home.

 

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY:

Weather forecasts will be monitored prior to the event paying special attention to the possibility of heavy rain, thunder and lightning, high winds, and extreme temperatures. If necessary, athletes will be made aware of these predictions on the RunFit website: www.irunfit.org so that participants can properly prepare for severe weather during the race as well as possible course alterations. Severe weather updates will also be sent to participants via email as necessary. The Race Director will monitor the weather and decide if any action will be taken to modify the race. Possible changes include altering the start time for the race or in extreme situations, cancellation of the event. Please listen closely to all public address announcements at the starting line of the race. Visible lightning will cause the race to be postponed for a minimum of 15 minutes. Additional sightings will continue to delay the race in 15-minute increments. If extreme heat is predicted, extra water will be provided to the athletes, both prior to, during and after the event. The medical team will be alerted that athletes may require additional medical attention during and after the event due to the high temperatures.

 

MEDICAL SUPPORT:

Medical staff members will be ready to assist you at any time. Radio communications personnel will be positioned at every aid/water station along the course.

The event officials have the right to withdraw any runner from the race that appears in distress or at risk. If you have a health or medical problem at the Finish Line, you will be directed to the Medical Area near finish. Please cooperate if you are asked to go for a checkup. If you feel that you need help at any point, please ask for it!

If you are unable to finish the race for any reason, please notify a race official of your bib number so that the medical personnel are aware.

 

FINISH INFORMATION:

The overall and division award winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on race day immediately following each event.

 

10K:

Overall prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women determined by gun time.

Age group prizes will be given to the top three finishers in the following categories for men and women: 15 and under, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.

Award times will be determined by gun time.

 

5K:

Overall prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women determined by gun time.

Age group prizes will be given to the top three finishers in the following categories for men and women:   9 and under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59,

60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+. Award times will be determined by gun time.

 

GOBBLER CHASE KIDS K:

All registered participants (11 and under) are eligible to participate in the RunFit Kids K. The start of the RunFit Kids K will begin at 10:15 in the Loma Colorado Park just west of the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center. All participants will receive a special recognition award at the finish.

 

POST RACE:

Post-Race refreshments will be held at the park.

 

RESULTS:

Results from the 10K and 5K events will be posted on the RunFit website: www.irunfit.org.  

 

 

EVENT SPONSORS:

New Balance, Fleet Feet, Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of New Mexico, Apollo Chiropractic, Cycle Bar, PNM, Orange Theory, Dreamstyle Remodeling

 

Review the Course and Support:

See course links below and decide where your family and friends can cheer you on when you most need the support.

There are fluid replacement stations on the course:

Water and Gatorade will also be provided for the 5K and 10K events: 5K: Mile 2 + 10K: Mile 2 & 4

 

COURSE LINKS:

COURSE MAP LINKS (MAP MY RUN):

5K: Link: 

http://www.mapmyrun.com/us/rio-rancho-nm/hobbler-gobbler-thansgiving-5k-run-route-11865118

 

10K: Link: 

http://www.mapmyrun.com/us/rio-rancho-nm/hobbler-gobbler-thanksgiving-10k-run-route-11864516

 

 

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION:

Volunteers are still needed to help! Please contact RunFit at: (505) 217-4774 to volunteer for race day or email: stephenpino@hotmail.com

 

VOLUNTEERS:

The NM Hobbler Gobbler is fortunate to have some of the friendliest and hardest-working volunteers around. Volunteers help us on race morning to ensure you feel welcomed, are fully informed and have a safe, successful, and positive running experience, and more! When you have a chance, give a hearty,

fun-loving thanks!

 

RACE QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION:

RunFit

Phone: (505) 217-4774                                               

Email: stephenpino@hotmail.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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