10 Mile Race Course
The 2012 course will be released pending the approval of the City of Chicago.
The race will start near the east lawn of Soldier Field and head south with portions of the race traveling along Lake Shore Drive and Chicago's beautiful lakefront. The course enters historic Soldier Field with a spectacular finish on the 50-yard Line. Each participant's bib number must be visible to gain access to the field.
Hydration stations and medical aid stations are positioned along the course.
Course Closure
The finisher entrance to Soldier Field remains open to allow participants running a 15 minute/mile pace to cross the finish line. All participants must complete the course within this time frame.
Start Line Positions
The 10 Mile Race features a multiple wave start designed to ensure a positive race experience and provide all participants the same opportunity for a smooth and safe start with sufficient room to run along the course. Participants will select their expected race pace/finish time during registration to assist with start line assignments. There may be multiple waves assigned to a pace.
As a reminder, your official time does not begin until you cross the start line. The timing system provides each participant with an accurate time from the start to finish lines.
Click here to learn how to apply for access to the Elite Start Area.
Timing
The 10 Mile Race is timed using ChronoTrack B-tag technology, providing each participant with an accurate time from the start to the finish lines.
All race bib numbers have individual timing tags affixed to the back of the bib number. Please ensure the following in order to receive an accurate time:
- Race bib is clearly visible on the front of the torso
- Race bib is unaltered and unmodified (do not fold or wrinkle)
- Race bib is pinned in all four corners
- Race bib is not covered (jackets, runner belts, water bottles, etc.)
Course Safety
To ensure everyone's safe enjoyment of these events, please adhere to the following: no dogs, bicycles, strollers, baby joggers, roller skates, in-line skates or unauthorized wheeled vehicles will be permitted on the 10 mile course.
Click here to review the event rules and guidelines.
