General Info Click here for general information about race day and a map of all three races.
Start Times Half Marathon: 7 a.m. 10K start: 7:15 a.m. 5K Start: 7:35 a.m.
Start Line at NE 1st and Holladay St, behind the Oregon Convention Center
Age Divisions 0-12, 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 and over
Optional Divisions Athenas (females over 150 lbs), Clydesdales (males over 198 lbs), Wheelchair and Crank.
Timing Your timing tag will be affixed to the back of your bib when you pick up your race number. All you need to do is wear your bib to be timed during the race. Please make sure to wear the bib on the front of your shirt (this is important for the photographers). Please do not crumple or fold your bib or remove the timing tag from your bib.
Tech T-Shirts Tech T-shirts by Greenlayer Sports are included in entry fee. Women specific sizes S-XL available, v-neck cut, as well as unisex sizes S-XXL, crew cut available. Guaranteed to those who sign up by March 19th. View size guide.
Finisher's Photo After crossing the finish line, head inside for a free finisher's photo. Strike a pose with your friends and family and download the photo later to save as proof you finished! Finisher's Medal A finisher's medal is an optional purchase this year when you Register. Creating medals only for runners who want them prevents waste, conserves resources, and helps us reduce race costs so more dollars remain to support Albertina Kerr's vital services in our community. Pacers Sign up with The Fit Right NW Get Fit Live Fit Pacers at the Expo, paces available: 1:45 finish time (approximately 8 min/mile) 1:50 finish time (approximately 8 :30 min/mile) 2:00 finish time (approximately 9 min/mile) 2:05 finish time (approximately 9:30 min/mile) 2:10 finish time (approximately 10:00 min/mile) 2:20 finish time (approximately 10:30 min/mile) 2:25 finish time (approximately 11:00 min/mile) 2:30 finish time (approximately 11:30 min/mile) 2:40 finish time (approximately 12:00 min/mile) 2:50 finish time (approximately 13:00 min/mile)
Walkers We welcome racers of all paces. Our course will stay open to accommodate a pace of 12 to 15 minutes per mile. The city of Portland restricts ALL running/walking events to this timetable to be considerate of commuters, residents and retailers as well as event organizers. If you are unable to keep this pace you will be asked to continue the race on the sidewalk for your safety. Lodging Host Hotel: Red Lion Hotel Portland - Convention Center, just blocks away from the start/finish line. Race for the Roses participants enjoy a room rate of $99 per night. Reservations can be made by phone at 800-343-1822. Make sure to mention you are with "Race for the Roses" for this room rate and $4 parking.
Race Day - Sunday, April 1, 2012 Race Day Packet Pick-Up Begins at 5:30 a.m. in Exhibit Hall A (Please note: pick-up will be until 6:45 a.m. for the half-marathon and 10K, and 7:15 a.m. for the 5K). Dry Clothing Check Dry clothing check is available as a free service in the designated area inside the Exhibit Hall. Feel free to drop off your warm, dry clothing starting at 5:30am
Changing Your Event If you need to change the race you registered for (for example, switching from the half marathon to the 10K), please call AA Sports at 503-644-6822 or email data@racecenter.com. Please have your confirmation number ready, they will be happy to assist you.
Aid Stations The half marathon and 10k course will host water and electrolyte at aid stations every two miles, 7 stations in all. The 5K aid station will be halfway through the course, at the turnaround point.
Awards Awards will be given to Overall Male & Female and Overall Masters Male & Female of both the 5K, 10K and Half Marathon. The top three males and females in each age division will also receive awards. Awards must be picked up at the event, they will not be mailed.
5K Awards: 9:00 a.m. 10K Awards: 9:30 a.m. Half Marathon Awards: 10:00 a.m.
Photography 2012 photos by Evan Pilchik Photography.
Spectators We welcome family and friends to cheer on runners and walkers. Some great places for viewing are:
Visit Course Details for more info about the race course. Post-race Highlights Grab your finisher’s rose and join us back inside the Oregon Convention Center after the race for delicious food from Papa Murphy’s, Bob’s Red Mill, Sunshine Dairy Foods, Boyd’s Coffee and more!
Stock up on running gear, visit Sports Authority for a 20% off purchase with this Race for the Roses coupon. Enjoy a sports massage provided by Movement Therapy Clinic and music by Chaotic Soul And don't forget to pose for your free Finisher's Photo Help us make next year's race even better. Tell us what you think by taking this quick survey!