Road Runner Sports Craft Classic Half Marathon & 5K

Runner Swag

All Participants Receive:

• Soft cotton t-shirt or women’s tank top
• Custom finishers medal
  • Top of the stein opens!
• Complimentary Green Flash Beer
• Custom Craft Classic/Green Flash Pint Glass
• Runner Bib
• Chip Timing

Course Map Reminder:

Half Marathon course has a 3-hour time limit. You must be able to maintain 13:45 per mile pace. We will have cut off points starting at Mile 7. If you cannot maintain the pace you will be moved up along the course and still able to finish the race and receive your finisher medal as your cross the finish line!

Road Runner Sports Craft Classic Half Marathon Course Map

• Mile 3.1 – Water, electrolytes and restroom
• Mile 4.6 – Water and restroom
• Mile 7 – Water and restroom
• Mile 9 – Water, electrolytes and restroom
• Mile 10 – Water, electrolytes and restroom
• Mile 11 – Water, electrolytes and restroom

Road Runner Sports Craft Classic 5K Course Map

All participants MUST pick up their packet prior to race morning. No race morning check in will be available.

Current packet pick up dates are tentative and additional dates may be added.

Packet Pick Up #1:

• Date: Friday, July 23rd
• Location: Road Runner Sports – 5553 Copley Dr., San Diego, CA 92111
• Time: 12:00PM – 7:00PM

Packet Pick Up #2:

• Date: Saturday, July 24th
• Location: Road Runner Sports – 5553 Copley Dr., San Diego, CA 92111
• Time: 10:00AM – 5:00PM

REMINDER: If you are picking up a packet for a friend you MUST bring a copy of their photo ID. A picture of their ID on your cell phone is also acceptable.

2021 Age Group Awards

2021 Craft Classic Half Marathon & 5K Age Group Awards will be mailed to the winner in the Half Marathon and 5K of the following age groups: 17 & Under, 24 – 29, 30 – 34, 35 – 39, 40 – 44, 45 – 49, 50 – 54, 55 – 59, 60 – 64, 65 – 69, 70 – 74, 75+

What happens if the race date is changed or cancelled due to COVID?

• If the race date is changed or cancelled, all existing registrants will be given the option to run virtually, defer to the new date/2022 or receive a refund.

Will anything be different for the event due to COVID protocols?

• The health and well being of our participants is our first priority! We will follow all state and local guidelines for hosting a safe half marathon & 5K. These guidelines are very fluid and can change. So we will be working closely with local officials to ensure we are following the latest protocols on event day.

What is included in my race registration?

• All Half Marathon & 5K participants will receive the the official race shirt, custom finisher medal, race bib, chip timing and a complimentary beer from Green Flash Brewery.

Where is the start line?

• 5K Start Line is located in front of Green Flash Brewing at 6550 Mira Mesa Blvd. San Diego, CA 92121
• Half Marathon Start Line is located at the corner of Camino Del Sur & Torrey Santa Fe Rd.

Where can I see the course map?

• CLICK HERE for a link to course map.

Is this race chip timed?

• YES!

Where do I pick-up my race packet?

• CLICK HERE to view all packet pick-up information.

Can I have my packet mailed to me?

• You can have your packet mailed to you for $15. You can select this choice during registration.

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• YES, they’ll need to bring a copy of your ID (photo of your ID on a cell phone is fine)

Is this event stroller friendly?

• We do allow push strollers in the 5K, but we do not allow them for the Half Marathon. Please note if you are pushing a stroller we will ask you to start in a later wave.

Can I run with my dog?

• NO. Sorry your four legged best friend will have to sit this one out.

Can I walk the 5K?

• Yes! We gladly welcome and encourage walkers. Although there is no defined course cut-off, we ask that 5K participants maintain a 20 minute per mile pace to allow us to remain on schedule for road re-openings.

Will there be age group awards?

• YES, Age Group Awards of the following age groups: 19 & Under, 20 – 29, 30 – 39, 40 – 49, 50 – 59, 60 – 69, 70+. Additionally the Male and Female winner of the Half Marathon will win their weight in beer!

Can I get a refund for my registration?

• Aside from a race date change due to COVID (see the first question above), all race registrations are non-refundable.

How does the referral program work?

• Log into your participant dashboard found HERE.
• On the top toolbar click “Promote” and open a new tab.
• Scroll down to the “Your Events” tab where you’ll have the option to Refer a Friend. You can share your personal registration link on social media or just copy the link and paste it in an email to friends and family.
• Every time someone clicks your link and registers you get the credit for being a promoter!
• But more important you get a $5 credit per registration from your link usage.
• The payout will happen every two weeks once a minimum of $15 is in your account.
• For more information check out the details in your PROMOTER DASHBOARD.

How do I volunteer?

• If you would like to join the festivities as a volunteer, we would love to have you! Email us at volunteers@sandiegorunningco.com and let us know you would like to volunteer. It takes a lot of support to make this event happen and it wouldn’t be possible without our amazing volunteers!