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RunRocknRoll.com Welcome to the one marathon you won’t want to end. A race so rock ‘n’ roll, the mile markers are rock bands. Because what’s the point of running if you just want it to end? Here, you might not break the tape, but the podium isn’t the point. Life is a journey and running should be a celebration.
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TOYOTA RnR CONCERT SERIES 4 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Preview the happenings for the Expo, Race Day and Finish Line Festival
20 BROOKS 5K PRESENTED BY SLS LAS VEGAS & REMIX CHALLENGE
6 COURSE MAP
24 HEADLINER
Check out this year’s course
8 START LINE MAP Venue diagram for the start line
10 FINISH LINE MAP
Venue diagram of the finish line and festival
12 SPECTATOR TIPS
All the info your family and friends need to cheer you on
14 PARKING & TRANSPORTATION
Parking and other race day transportation details
Kid Rock
29 MEB 30 RUNNER PERKS 32 RACE DAY CHECKLIST Checklist to ensure you are prepared for your big day
44 OFFICIAL CHARITIES
Charities are the Heart of Rock ‘n’ Roll
46 OFFICIAL SPONSORS All our amazing sponsors
18 ROCK ‘N’ ROLL 10K
WRITER: Colleen McDonald, Kevin LaRue PHOTOGRAPHERS: Victah Sailor, Paul Nestor, Lester Cacho, Ryan Bethke GRAPHIC DESIGN & LAYOUT: Erin Henson
NOVEMBER 12-15, 2015
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
LAS VEGAS SET LIST HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO
SATURDAY RACE EVENT
LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER
5K RACE Saturday, November 14
MARATHON/HALF Sunday, November 15
10K RACE Sunday, November 15
Start Time: 6:00 p.m. Start Line: Las Vegas Festival Grounds Finish Line: Las Vegas Festival Grounds Headliner: 6:45 p.m. Matt and Kim
Start Time: 4:30 p.m. Start Line: Las Vegas Village (3901 S. Las Vegas Blvd.) Pre-Race Headliner: 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Kid Rock
Start Time: 4:00 p.m. Start Line: Las Vegas Blvd. at SLS Las Vegas (SLS Way) Pre-Race Headliner: 2:45 p.m. BETAMAXX Finish Line: Las Vegas Blvd. at The Mirage
3150 Paradise Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89109 Thursday, November 12 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. Friday, November 13 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday, November 14 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
*Expo admission is FREE & open to the public.
SUNDAY RACE EVENT
Run Through Wedding: 5:45 p.m. at BLVD Plaza @ Monte Carlo (Mile 3)
*Runners must pick up their race numer at the Convention Center at the Health and Fitness Expo prior to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 14.
Finish Line: Las Vegas Blvd. at The Mirage Finish Line Runner Exit: Las Vegas Blvd. @ Flamingo Rd.
RACE RESULTS Official race results will be posted online
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Finish Line Runner Exit: Las Vegas Blvd. @ Flamingo Rd. *All times subject to change.
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SPECTATOR TIPS
IT’S VEGAS BABY! With the Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K courses taking place on Las Vegas Boulevard, you’ll be sure to find a great place to watch your runner journey through the Strip at Night! Start Line: Las Vegas Festival Lot Finish Line: Las Vegas Boulevard at the MirageRunner exit at Las Vegas Blvd. & Flamingo Rd.
TRACK YOUR RUNNER
Sign-up for FREE runner tracking, compliments of Travelers. Sign-up to track a runner or sign-up to be tracked at RunnerTracking.com. Available for the half and full marathon distances only.
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ALONG THE COURSE
Enjoy incredible views of the Strip at Night while watching for your runner! Instead of standing to wait for your runner to pass by, check out the numerous options of eclectic bars, restaurants and shops on Las Vegas Boulevard. Our top picks are: • Tom’s Urban at New York New York • Gilley’s at Treasure Island
GETTING TO THE FINISH LINE
The finish line is located less than 2 miles from the start line. Take a scenic stroll along Las Vegas Boulevard toward the finish line, or take the convenient Monorail from the station located at MGM Grand and
exit at the Harrah’s/Imperial Palace Station.
POST-RACE PLAN
Be sure to discuss a postrace reunion plan with your runner before the race to avoid any confusion following the race. The finish line will be extremely crowded with participants, so we recommend to meet your runner at the Bellagio Fountain area across from the Gear Check truck of their last name.
LIGHTHOUSE | HCL BRONZE LENS
Color. Clarity. Detail. Maui Jim Ambassador Meb Kefl ezighi knows fi rst hand the challenges of long distance running.There’s no better feeling than crossing that Rock N Roll fi nish line. Enhance your view of the race with Maui Jim sunglasses! Stop by the Maui Jim Sunglass Booth at the Rock ‘n’ Roll Expo! www.mauijim.com
Recommended as an effective UV filter for the eyes and surrounding skin.
Meb Keflezighi Maui Jim Ambassador His choice: Lighthouse
TRANSPORTATION
PARKING & TRANSPORTATION MARATHON & 1/2 MARATHON
START TIME
Start Line: Las Vegas Blvd. & Dewey Ave. (0.4 miles south of Start Line Festival) 4:30 p.m.: Race starts (Corral 1) Tip: The wave plan will take approximately 90 minutes. Corrals will be released every 1-2 minutes. Hang out in the festival, rest your legs, and depart for your corral 30 minutes prior to your estimated start time.
LAS VEGAS MONORAIL
The Las Vegas Monorail is offering marathon participants and spectators exclusive fare discounts! When Las Vegas Blvd. closes to traffic on race day, use the Monorail to travel around the Strip and to the start line for the race. Trains arrive at each of the seven stations every 5-10 minutes.
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PARKING
Free participant parking is available at nearby hotels including Excalibur and Luxor. From there, walk to the Start Line Festival located at the MGM Resorts Village. Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand, New York/New York, and Monte Carlo will also be open, however due to construction those lots may be less convenient.
RUNNER DROP OFF
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Take Frank Sinatra northbound or southbound and turn right (if coming from the south) or left (if coming from the north) at the street labeled “RUNNER DROP OFF” Turn left at Luxor Drive
Drop Off Route #2 – Via Hacienda (from the west) • Access Hacienda heading
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west From 1-15, use Russell Road exit and head west on Russell Turn right onto Polaris Ave Turn right onto W. Hacienda Ave Turn left onto Luxor Road (traffic light just west of Mandalay Bay Hotel)
Lyft: Need a ride during the races? We’ve teamed up with Lyft to help. Gett $20 credit on your first Lyft ride. Simply download the app and enter the code RNRVEGAS for a ride in minutes Drop off zone will be on the right side South of E. Reno Ave.
EXCALIBUR/LUXOR
From I-15 North • Approach from I-15 North to the Frank Sinatra Drive/Russell Road exit (exit 36)
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Stay right to access Frank Sinatra Drive. From 1-15 South • Approach from I-15 south to the Russell Road exit (exit 36). • Turn left onto Russell Road. • Turn right at second light on Frank Sinatra Drive. • Continue on Frank Sinatra Drive. For Excalibur: Turn right onto Reno Ave. to enter rear entrance of Excalibur parking lot. For Luxor: Turn right onto Reno Ave. to enter rear entrance of Luxor parking lot.
Run, Rock and Roll for a Cause with Humana and Charity Miles We run for a lot of great reasons – to feel fit and healthy, to clear our minds and to chase our personal best. And at the upcoming Rock ‘n’ Roll race weekend you can add another reason to that list by running for others! Race participants can raise money for charity during the weekend events simply by visiting Charity Miles and downloading the FREE Charity Miles app for Android or iPhone – that’s right, it’s completely free and easy to use, too. Once you have downloaded the app, you will be able to select one of more than 25 national charities that are important to you. For every mile you log via the app, Charity Miles will then donate 25 cents to the cause of your choice Here’s to making a difference and running for even more great reasons to #rockyourhealth Sincerely,
Bruce Broussard President and Chief Executive Officer Humana Inc.
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EXPERIENCE ALL OF THE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FUN
WITH A SHORTER RUN!
Coming back with a brand new course, runners will get chance to Rock the Strip at Night in a shorter distance! Beginning on Las Vegas Blvd. & Sahara Ave., runners are sure to have a ROCKIN time with live music and an unforgettable finish line at the Mirage Volcano! Date: Sunday, November 15th Time: 4 p.m. Pre-Race Concert: 2:45 p.m. BETAMAXX Distance: 6.2 Miles Start: Las Vegas Blvd. & Sahara Ave. Finish: Las Vegas Blvd. at the Mirage
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SATURDAY 5K
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL 5K PRESENTED BY
The 2015 Brooks Rock ‘n’ Roll 5K presented by SLS Las Vegas 3.1 mile loop course starts and finishes at the all new Las Vegas Festival Grounds. There will be a course time limit of 50 minutes. Participants who complete the 5K on Saturday and a race on Sunday (Marathon, 1/2 Marathon or 10k) will earn the Remix Challenge Las Vegas medal in addition to their Saturday and Sunday finisher medals. That’s a total of 3 medals! Date: Saturday, November 14th Time: 6:00 PM 5K Concert: Matt and Kim
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REMIX CHALLENGE Are you up for a challenge?! Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas is more than a one-day road race! Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas will include two days of running, highenergy music on course, post race entertainment and more. Participants who complete the 5K on Saturday and a race on Sunday (Marathon, 1/2 Marathon or 10k) will earn the Remix Challenge medal in addition to their Saturday and Sunday finisher medals. Please pick up your Remix Challenge Medal in the Rock ‘n’ Roll Series/Heavy Medal Pickup Booth outside of the secure zone after your race on Sunday!
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MILES OF EXCITEMENT, AND NO FINISH LINE If you’re looking for miles and miles of excitement, Las Vegas is the place! Along with the thrills of the Rock ’N’ Roll Las Vegas Marathon and Half Marathon, you can run straight for the world-class dining, shopping, golf, spas and shows that you’ll only find in the Entertainment Capital of the World.
$55 OFF PREMIUM SEATING FOR ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MARATHON RUNNERS
Call 702.770.9966 and mention “LVMARATHON” Offer valid November 13–17, 2015. Go to visitwynn.com/terms/lvmarathon for complete terms & conditions.
TOYOTA ROCK ‘N’ ROLL CONCERT SERIES
TOYOTA ROCK ‘N’ ROLL CONCERT SERIES SUNDAY HEADLINER
KID ROCK Sunday, November 15 | 2:30 p.m.
Las Vegas Resorts Village (3901 S. Las Vegas Blvd.)
American rock star Kid Rock will headline the Geico Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Marathon & 1/2 Marathon on Sunday, November 15. The five-time Grammy nominated artist will perform at the Toyota Rock ‘n’ Roll Concert Series during the pre-race concert powered by iHeartRadio.
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SATURDAY NIGHT 5K HEADLINER
Saturday, November 14 | 6:45 p.m.
Las Vegas Festival Grounds (2594 S. Las Vegas Blvd.)
Matt and Kim, aka Matt Johnson (vocals/ keyboards) and Kim Schifino (drums), recently released the band’s latest full length album New Glow. The Brooklyn-based indie dance duo is known for their powerful live shows, while still adhering to their minimal two-person studio approach. Matt and Kim’s career flourished around 2009 with the release of “Daylight,” one of their most popular songs which was featured in several commercials, TV shows and movies. NOVEMBER 12-15, 2015
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20+ SCIENTIFIC STUDIES SUPPORT THE BENEFITS OF RECOVERING AFTER STRENUOUS EXERCISE WITH THE HIGH-QUALITY PROTEIN AND NUTRIENTS FOUND IN CHOCOLATE MILK
Lowfat Chocolate Milk: Is a natural source of high-quality protein to build lean muscle Has the right mix of protein and carbs, scientifically shown to refuel exhausted muscles and help return to peak potential Provides fluids and electrolytes - like calcium, potassium, magnesium and sodium - to rehydrate and help replenish critical nutrients lost in sweat Finish strong with chocolate milk. To learn more about the science behind the recovery benefits of lowfat chocolate milk log on to BuiltWithChocolateMilk.com.
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LIVE ENTERTAINMENT DAILY
For more information, please visit TheLINQ.com Dining and retail discounts are available to all Marathon participants throughout The LINQ. High Roller discount valid on standard tickets for marathon participants who show their wristbands. Offer expires 11/15/15. Management Reserves All Rights.
RETAIL DISCOUNTS
RUN THE #STRIPATNIGHT
WITH MEB!
Join 2014 Boston Marathon Winner, Meb Keflezighi, as he runs the Las Vegas Strip at Night on Saturday and Sunday to earn the Remix Challenge Medal! Here are all the ways you can join him that weekend!
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13
11AM - 1PM: HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO This is your chance to Meet ‘n’ Greet with Meb! Stop by the Powerbar Booth for an exclusive Meb Q&A from 11:30AM - 12PM immediately followed by photos and autographs with him from 12PM - 1PM.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14
10AM - 12PM: HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO
This is your chance to Meet ‘n’ Greet with Meb! Stop by the Maui Jim Flying Jimmy Booth to get a photo, autograph, and running tips from one of the worlds best!
6PM: BROOKS ROCK ‘N’ ROLL 5K PRESENTED BY SLS LAS VEGAS
Think you can keep up with Meb? Find out when he paces the 5K!
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15
4:30PM: GEICO ROCK ‘N’ ROLL LAS VEGAS HALF MARATHON
Thinking of running the Las Vegas Strip at Night at the pace of 1:45? This is your chance to be paced by one of the best in the world. To run in the “Meb Corral” stop by the Corral Change table at the Health & Fitness Expo. (Please note: space is limited) NOVEMBER 12-15, 2015
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RUNNER PERKS
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Pick up your Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Runner Perks Wristband along with your bib and swag at the Health & Fitness Expo on November 12-14. This wristband, only available to participants, will be your ticket to unlocking discounts on dining, entertainment, shopping and more! Check out all of the exclusive perks that you can take advantage of during your November 12-15 weekend experience on our website and at the “Runner Perks” booth at the Health & Fitness Expo!
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Hakkasan (MGM Grand) Sunday, Nov. 15
Tom’s Urban (New York New York)
VIP entry (10:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.) and 1-hour well open bar (10:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.) for wristbanded participant + 1 guest.
Buy-one-get-one any draft beer OR 20% off individual food bill.
Omnia (Caesars Palace) Saturday, Nov. 14 VIP entry (10:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.) and 1-hour well open bar (10:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.) for wristbanded participant + 1 guest.
Las Vegas Monorail
Foxtail (SLS Las Vegas) Thursday - Sunday, Nov. 15
Spa at the LINQ
Free entry for wristbanded participant + one guest; well open bar for wristbanded participant only from 10:3011:30 p.m.
25% off Monorail Passes when purchased online through our Runner Perks page on the website.
· $150 for a 50 Minute Marathon Recovery Massage · $195 for an 80 Minute Marathon Recovery Massage · $80 for a 50 Minute Runner Relief Pedicure *Access to the ONLY Himalayan Salt Room on the Strip included in all packages NOVEMBER 12-15, 2015
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RACE DAY CHECKLIST 6 DAYS BEFORE | EASE UP ON RUNNING Cram sessions will only tire your legs out at this point. Dial back your miles and intensity to ensure you’ll be fresh for the big day. 3 DAYS BEFORE | CONCENTRATE ON THE Z’S It can be tough to get solid sleep the night before. (Thanks, pre-race jitters!) So front-load on your snooze sessions. 2 DAYS BEFORE | START CARBOLOADING Fill up your tank by making sure you have high-carb foods throughout the day. This is the fun part. MORNING BEFORE | SHAKE IT OUT Do a light, easy run (3 miles tops to get the blood flowing. Extra credit: Warm up your legs in the 5K to earn a Remix Challenge medal! EVENING BEFORE | LAY OUT YOUR GEAR You don’t want to discover you left your socks at home an hour before the race! Plus this makes for an excellent Instagram photo op (#StripatNight ) NIGHT BEFORE | TRY NOT TO GET TOO CRAZY Yeah, it’s Vegas—but you still have to run tomorrow. Drink more water than booze!
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RACE MORNING | SLEEP IN You’ll be up late racing (and celebrating!) tonight, so spend the a.m. off your feet. RACE AFTERNOON | EAT BREAKFEST FOR LUNCH Nighttime races can be tricky from a fueling perspective. Eat a meal for lunch that has been successful for you in training. If that’s breakfast, go for that, but amp up the serving size just slightly. 2.5 HOURS BEFORE | HEAD OVER TO THE START You don’t want to miss the pre-race concert. (Trust us.) Plus, this will give you plenty of time to go back and grab your bib if you forget it the first time. :30 MIN BEFORE | FIND YOUR CORRAL Take a water bottle and cover-up with you to keep you hydrated and warm (as the temp drops after sunset, you may just end up running with that extra layer). In less than an hour, you’re going to be running through Vegas—and killing your race!
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Remember when 4 miles was a long run? It’s no longer if you’ll finish the race, but when. As you grow as a runner, so should your goals, and Forerunner 230/235 give you all the numbers you need to reach them. Plus they have smart features1 like auto uploads so you can share your progress. Learn more at Garmin.com/forerunner Forerunner. For Runners. When paired with compatible phone; see Garmin.com/ble 2Available only on Forerunner 235.
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SMART NOTIFICATIONS / WRIST-BASED HEART RATE2
NIGHT RUNNING
RUNNING AT NIGHT Racing at night presents some interesting challenges for the athlete. You are no longer “In Sync” with your daily biorhythms, and the timing affects sleep, diet, and equipment selection. The best advice is to try and simulate race conditions, 2-3 days prior to the event. Sleep-in a little, and stay up later, to adjust your ‘internal clock’.
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Acclimatize to race time by staying up later, and sleeping-in Go for a 2-3 mile run at race time, for a day or two before the event Biggest meal pre-race should be breakfast, then a light lunch [pasta, rice, waffle] Start with a light sweater tied around the waist and
Meal planning is also complex, since you want to start the race on an empty stomach, but still have enough fuel. Finally, remember that as this race progresses it actually gets colder [especially in the desert], making it difficult to dress appropriately. The following tips will help you plan for your night run, and have a great Rock ‘n’ Roll experience.
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add ‘layers’ as needed Consider a light-weight hat, gloves and a headlamp [it will be dark] PLEASE fill out the Medical Information on the back of your number bib
P.Z. PEARCE, M.D.; National Medical Director Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series
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OFFICIAL CHARITIES BRKTHRU We find new ways to raise awareness, increase outreach and facilitate collaboration in an effort to promote mental fitness brkthru.net City of Hope HSC - a new fundraising team that participates in endurance events for City of Hope’s research and treatment programs hopesweatcures.org Cure SMA Cure SMA is the leading organization dedicated to a treatment and cure for spinal muscular atrophy cureSMA.org Nevada Homes for Youth Nevada Homes for Youth is dedicated to providing substance abuse treatment programs and resources for at-risk teens struggling with addiction nevadahomesforyouth.org
St Jude Heroes The mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. Consistent with the vision of our founder Danny Thomas, no child is denied treatment based on race, religion or a family’s ability to pay stjude.org Team Lifeline Team Lifeline is the endurance training program that proves that you can go the distance – for yourself and for others. It’s about getting you ready to cross the finish line while raising awareness and funds to bring joy to sick children. teamlifeline.org
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