O’Hartford 5K

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GET YOUR
IRISH UP!

Sunday - March 14, 2010

Start Times:
Wee Mile 12:30 p.m.
Restaurant Relay 12:35 p.m.
5K 1:00 p.m.
 Event held rain or shine!


Congratulations to the 1,545 runners who braved the weather and crossed the finish line at the 6th annual Max's O'Hartford 5K.  The rain held off in time for a dry 1 PM start.  Crossing the finish line 1st in 16:29 was Chris Chisholm of Farmington CT; Luke Albertson of Norwich CT came in 2nd place with 16:40; followed by Christian Pelletier of Mansfield CT finishing 3rd in 17:01

In the Women's Division, Elaina Mertens of Springfield MA came in 1st with a time of 19:38; 2nd place was Tessa Mah of Windsor CT in 20:21; followed closely by Stephanie Paulk of Hartford CT finishing 3rd in 20:28


View photos taken by Hartford Courant photographer, John Woike.

2010 Max's O'Hartford - Results
 Join in the fun at Max's O'Hartford
Max's O’Hartford 5K and Wee Mile o’fficially caps off Hartford's weekend St. Patrick's festivities on March 14, 2010. Join in this moving party through downtown streets.  COSTUMES ENCOURAGED!  Prizes awarded to the most uniquely dressed participants. 

Along the way, Irish bagpipers and Celtic fiddlers will entertain. The fun continues after your finish on the doorstep of Max Downtown, where Max's chefs will reward you with corned beef, Thomas Hooker's Irish Red Ale and much more.
 
Online Registration

                    

Confirm Your Registration
Available only for online entrants.

Online registration closed on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 8 am

Please see the section on Alternate Ways to Register
 
Adult participants may run or walk the 5K:   

 

Super Savings
until Feb 14, 2010
Standard Fee
Feb 15 - Mar 9
Late Fee
March 10
- Race Day
5K - Adult $23 $28 $30
5K - Student (age 10-22) * $18 $23 $25
Wee Mile - Child (ages 2-11) $10 $10 $10

Restaurant Relay Team (entire team)

$25 $25 $25
* Students 18 and older will be required to show a valid student ID at packet pickup.


Online Registration Problems:
If you are having trouble registering online and need immediate assistance, you may contact Active.com customer support directly by phone, 877-228-4881 option 2, Monday-Friday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.   Or, you may send an email to registration@hartfordmarathon.com and a staff person will provide assistance by reply email. 

Alternate Ways to Register 

 
Mail/Fax:
  (no confirmation if mailed or faxed)

Download the 2010 Multi-Sport form available on the Printable Forms page.

DEADLINE FOR MAX'S O'HARTFORD - Print, complete and mail or fax according to instructions on the form.  Payment may be made by credit card or check (made payable to HMF). Paper copies must by postmarked or faxed by - Saturday, March 6, 2010.

In Person Registration and Packet Pickup:
(including shirt, race bib, and D-Tag):

  • Friday, March 12, 2010 - 5 pm - 7 pm
    Dick's Sporting Goods, Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT
  • Saturday, March 13, 2010 - 2 pm - 5 pm
    Dick's Sporting Goods, Buckland Hills Mall, Manchester, CT
  • Sunday, March 14, 2010  - 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
    Center Court, XL Center (formerly Hartford Civic Center) 

HMF has gone green!   Virtual goodie bags full of e-coupons will be sent to all registered participants with a valid email address within one week of this event.  We appreciate the positive feedback from participants and sponsors on this environmentally friendly program.

Dri-Release Upgrades

 
Upgrade Your T-shirt to a Dri Release!

Dri-Release shirts have a moisture wicking fabric – same commemorative design but printed on premium quality fabric ideal for workouts. Don't be disappointed!  Order your short sleeve dri-release shirt in advance. Just $18!

Waiver - Running Events
Waiver Info:                                                                           
Refund Policy:  

Restaurant Relay
Max's O'Hartford - Restaurant Relay Thomas Hooker's Beer Race
- A Restaurant Relay Team -
Just for Restaurant Employees:
This division is a "challenge" and will consist of 4-person relay teams of local restaurant employees who will compete on a one-mile course while carrying a tray of Hooker's Irish Red.  The fastest team with the most beer left in glasses will win a dinner party for the team at Max Downtown.  The registration fee is for the entire team (not per member). 
Read 2010 Restaurant Relay brochure.
Sponsored by Connecticut's Beer -
The Thomas Hooker Brewing Company
Thomas Hooker Beer

Join Your Favorite DJ
ph_Ind_OH_DJTeams  Hartford Marathon Foundation has partnered with Clear Channel Radio to “team up” with the KISS 95.7 morning team and raise funds for local charities. Each DJ was challenged to determine a local charity that was close to his/her heart. We are pleased to announce Courtney’s charity is the Interval House, Brady's charity is Juvenile Diabetes and Wal-Mart Jeff’s charity is Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

The DJs are competing to see which one can recruit the most people on his/her team.  Runners and walkers participating in the 2010 Max O'Hartford 5K can join their favorite DJ from Kiss 95.7 and ESPN Radio 1410. 

In addition, the DJs are also challenging members of their teams to make a donation to their selected charity. You can add a donation during the registration process (a donation is not required to join the team).

Join a team when registering for O'Hartford. WKSS-FM 95.7 WPOP 1410 AM

If you are not registering for the event online, you can also make an online donation to any of the favorite charities through our Active Giving Center:

Interval House

www.active.com/donate/IntervalHouse10

Juvenile Diabetes

www.active.com/donate/JDOR2010

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation www.active.com/donate/CysticFibrosis10

Final Race Information

 2010 Final Instructions for Max's O'Hartford 5K   
A bib lookup list is posted at the top of the page.

Course Informations


Course Map and Profile -News  O'Hartford 5K Certified Course  (as of 02/18/2010)

Race Start:
This is a new course for 2010! 
One loop through downtown Hartford.
Start is on Trumbull Street, in front of the XL Center.
Finish is on Pearl Street.
Course is USAT&F certified.

12:30 PM - Wee Mile also starts in front of XL Center
12:35 PM - Restaurant Relay starts in front of XL Center
1:00 PM  - O'Hartford 5K starts (or immediately after last child completes the Wee Mile)

Max's O'Hartford - Running in Green

Course Amenities:

  • Water and portalets are available at the start and finish.
  • Abundant, easy parking within walking distance to start/finish.
  • Easy access to all major highways.
  • Post race festivities take place on Trumbull Street as a block party.
  • Post race party catered by Max Downtown and Trumbull Kitchen.
Wee Mile 

Max's O'Hartford is a family event. The Wee Mile starts at 12:30 p.m.  The Wee Mile is a 1/2 mile or 1 mile, untimed event.  It is open to children ages 2-11.  Wee Ones can register in advance or on Race Day.  $10 entry fee includes t-shirt and finisher medal. 

Parents/ escorts accompanying their children may run for free.  Parents will be required to sign a waiver for their children and are encouraged to assist with the operation of the Wee Mile. 

Max's O'Hartford - Wee Mile

Volunteers
HMF needs volunteers at events

Can you or someone you know step forward to volunteer at an HMF event?  Invite your own fans to come, cheer and help us at the race.  Volunteers are always needed at every event.  All volunteers receive an official race t-shirt, refreshments and great times! 

Three ways to sign up to volunteer:

  1. Go to the Volunteer Page to register online now. 
  2. Call the race office at 860.652.8866 to register your volunteers
  3. Or send an email to our Events Volunteer Coordinator 
Timing & Awards

 News Max's O'Hartford 5K will be using the ChronoTrack "D-Tag" timing system.

  • The D-Tag is affixed to your shoelace. See how at You Tube.
  • The D-Tag is non-returnable.
  • If you lose or misplace your D-Tag, there is a $7 replacement fee.
  • If you have difficulty viewing the video, you can download and/or print the following:

    Download the Adobe File   8 Steps to Properly Affix the D-Tag  (PDF 5744k) 

         and HOW NOT TO USE THE D-TAG  (PDF 1000k)

CATEGORIES: 
     • Top three overall male & female finishers 
     •
Male Age Group
     • Female Age Group
     • Clydesdale (men 200lbs+)
     • Athena (women 150lbs+)
     • Restaurant Relay Challenge


AGE GROUP DIVISIONS: 
     • 9 & under, 5-year age groups from 10-80+

Max's O'Hartford - O'Happy Finishers

AWARDS   GIFT CERTIFICATES TO MAX DOWNTOWN AND TRUMBULL KITCHEN for the top three overall men & women finishers. 

Merchandise awards:

•  Commemorative pint glass to all ADULT finishers in the 5K

No "double dipping" 

Other Awards:

  • Finisher medals to all children in The Wee Mile.
  • Most unique costumes. 

Max's O'Hartford - Shades of Green

Results

2010

2009

2008

2007

2006

2005

O'Hartford 5K - Finish Line

Course Records:  
15:33 set in 2008 by Justin Wood of New Haven.

Efforts will be made to post the results in this section by 5 p.m. on race day.
Results are also posted at
www.coolrunning.com

If you think there's an error with your results, please email events@hartfordmarathon.com 
within 48 hours of the race.

 Finish Line Photographs

Capstone Photography

Photos are posted by Thursday following the race.  View finish line photos.

Directions & Parking

Convenient parking is available in downtown Hartford.  

  • The Hartford Parking Authority invites you to view their new Parking Map

Capitol Chiropractic

Discounted Garage Parking on race day:

  • Park at Trumbull On the Park Garage at 41 Lewis Street, Hartford
  • Bring your parking ticket for promotion validation to Capitol Chiropractic Wellness Center located at 24 Lewis Street
  • Pay only $5 for parking compliments of Capitol Chiropractic ($10 without promotion)

Hartford Bus Service Updates

On Sunday, March 14, 2010, between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, the downtown Hartford bus stop for all routes will be on Market Street between Kinsley and Talcott Streets during the Max's O'Hartford 5K Run and Walk.
 Sponsors

Max's Downtown            Trumbull Kitchen

Local Hotels & Restaurants

Please visit www.enjoyhartford.com for Hartford hotels and visitor information. 

Other Downtown Activities

    Wolf Pack   


 

Still have questions?
Contact info@hartfordmarathon.com or call 860.652.8866

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