EVENT GUIDE O C T O B E R 3 1 , 2 015 #RNRPHILLY
RunRocknRoll.com Welcome to the one half 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.
#rnrphilly | @RunRocknRoll
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DESTINATION PHILADELPHIA
“Must sees” to make your weekend even more memorable
4 SET LIST
18 RUNNER PERKS
Check out the race weekend schedule
Special perks for all participants
6 COURSE MAP
20 HISTORY OF THE RACE
Check out this year’s epic course!
8 HALF MARATHON START LINE MAP
Venue map for the Half Marathon
10 FINISH LINE MAP
36 LOCAL TRAILS Warm up on some of Philly’s best paths
24 DESTINATION PHILLY
38 LEGACY RUNNERS
Our local experts provide some must sees
38 years running!
24 TOYOTA HEADLINER CONCERT
12 SPECTATOR TIPS
Get ready to ROCK with GIN BLOSSOMS
Make sure your entourage is ready to go too!
28 COURSE BANDS
Tips on getting to and from the race
Tips to be ready for race day
Past champions, records and brief history
Venue map of the finish line & festival
16 PARKING & TRANSPORTATION
34 RACE DAY CHECKLIST
44 OFFICIAL SPONSORS
See who will be rockin’ on the course!
30 RACE WEEKEND ENTERTAINMENT Other events going on in town to fill your weekend!
WRITERS: Luke Wright, Kevin Buffalino PHOTOGRAPHERS: Victah Sailor, Paul Nestor, Ryan Bethke, Philadelphia CVB GRAPHIC DESIGN & LAYOUT: Joel M. Young
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PHILADELPHIA SET LIST HEALTH AND FITNESS EXPO
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Hall F 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 THURSDAY, OCT. 29TH
HEALTH AND FITNESS EXPO
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Hall F 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 FRIDAY, OCT. 30TH
12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Expo admission is FREE & open to the public.
Expo admission is FREE & open to the public.
RACE DAY EVENTS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 HALF MARATHON START Start Line: Benjamin Franklin Parkway, West of 22nd Street
7:30 am
FINISH LINE FESTIVAL*
EAKINS OVAL, FAIRMOUNT PARK Opening Act Power i
8:30 am - 10:00 am Awards Ceremony
10:15 am - 10:30 am GIN BLOSSOMS
10:30 am - 11:45 am Costume Contest
11:45 am - 12:00 pm *Timeline is subject to change
RACE RESULTS Official race results will be posted online at competitor.com by 7:00 PM PST. 4
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Visit our website for a complete list of fantastic event opportunities!
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TIP #1 Enjoy the festival and your achievement! Don’t forget to grab your free Michelob ULTRA, and rock out to Gin Blossoms at Eakins Oval Stage!
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TIP #2 Pick a letter (A-Z) and have your friends/family meet you there after the race.
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Spectator Tips
YOUR ROCK ‘N’ ROLL ENTOURAGE
START/FINISH LINE: The race starts and finishes at Eakins Oval, near the Philadelphia Museum of Art, which is within walking distance from many downtown hotels, public parking garages, train and subway stations. Please refer to the parking and transportation document on the website for more information.
TRACK YOUR RUNNER
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ALONG THE COURSE
If you want to catch your runner and some rockin’ live music, check out these great spectator points: Eakins Oval – The start and finish lines are at Eakins Oval, directly in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. All of the pre and post race activities will take place at this location. The start line is just east of Eakins Oval and the runners will then head towards Center City on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The runners will also pass Eakins Oval at mile 5 on their way to Kelly Dr. along the Schuylkill River. Center City – If you are staying at any of the Center City Hotels, you can view the runners as they head east on Market Street between 21st ™
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Street (mile 1.2) and Juniper Street (mile 1.9). MLK Dr. - You can also catch them as they run along Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. between miles 9 and 13. For this stretch, participants will run alongside the Schuylkill River. Spectators can then watch participants finish their 13.1 mile journey and the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
PLAN YOUR FAMILY REUNION
With 18,500 finishers expected, it is very important to discuss a post-race reunion plan with your runner before the race. Designated alphabetical signs will be posted in the Family Reunion area at the Finish Line Festival.
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.
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Race Day Transportation
GETTING TO THE START & FINISH LINE PARTICIPANT PARKING & DROP OFF For detailed information, please refer to the Parking & Transportation documents you have been emailed and on the Event Details page of our website. runrocknroll.competitor.com/ philadelphia
TO THE START LINE
The race starts and finishes at Eakins Oval, near the Philadelphia Museum of Art, which is within walking distance from many downtown hotels, public parking garages and public transportation options.
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PAID PARKING
There is a variety of downtown parking garages that are within walking distance to Eakins Oval. Please refer to the parking and transportation document on the website for more information about available downtown public garages.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: SEPTA There are two SEPTA subway lines that will bring you to City Hall, which is located just one mile from the start and finish lines. • The Market/Frankford Line (Blue Line) runs east and west. Take this line to the 15th
Street/City Hall stop. • The Broad Street Line (Orange Line) runs north and south. Take this line to the Race/Vine stop or the City Hall stop. Visit septa.org or call (215) 580-7800. Amtrak Amtrak provides extensive train service to Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station located at 30th Street and Market. For schedules and fares, contact Amtrak at (800) 872-7245 or Amtrak.com.
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RUNNER PERKS
SHOW YOUR BIB Show your bib or finisher’s medal at any of these participating locations to receive exclusive runner deals and discounts throughout race week! PHILADELPHIA FLYERS Philadelphia Flyers | Wells Fargo Center • Flyers vs. New Jersey Devils on Thursday, October 29 • Flyers vs. Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday, November 10 • Flyers vs. Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday, November 17 $35 for a Mezzanine Ticket or $70 for a Lower Level Ticket Use Promo Code: FLROCK SHAKE SHACK Shake Shack | 3200 Chestnut Street & 2000 Sansom Street • Free Single Scoop of Custard on Saturday, October 31 UBER • Save $20 on your first Uber ride with code ROCKIN15 October 19-November 6 18
CITY TAP HOUSE 2 Logan Square • $5 Saucony Creek and Southern Tier beers post race with $.50 from every pint going to the American Association for Cancer Research, October 31 COREPOWER YOGA • Free class at Dilworth Park (Broad & Market Streets), October 29 from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm • Free class at The Philadelphia Dance Academy (219 Cuthbert St.), Nov. 1 from 10 am - 11 am PHILADELPHIA FILM FESTIVAL 1412 Chestnut Street • Save $2 on any film (excluding opening and closing night) with code ROCKNPFF15 when ordering online, October 22 - November 1 ™
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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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Past Winners
HISTORY OF THE RACE The American Association for Cancer Research Rock ‘n’ Roll Philadelphia Half Marathon is consistently known as one of the fastest half marathon courses in the world, attracting some of the world top elite runners every year. The race joined the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon series in 2010 and has since set multiple records, including the United States All-Comers record for men and women in 2011. Past male champions include: Americans Ryan Hall (2009) and Khalid Khannouchi (1999, 2000). Also included on this list are two time champions Mathew Kisorio (2010, 2011, course record 58:46) and Stanley Biwott (2012, 2013) of Kenya. Past Women’s champions include: New Zealand native Kimberley Smith, who currently holds the women’s course record and US All-Comers record with a time of 1:07:11 (2011), and Deena Kastor (2005), who set four Master’s Women’s records in 2014.
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Explore Philadelphia
PHILLY 101
NEVER BEEN TO PHILLY BEFORE?
Or maybe you’ve been here, but haven’t explored as much as you like. Here are 15 must-sees, must-dos and must-tastes. Of course, you probably can’t tackle this entire list in one weekend, so that just means you’ll have to race back soon.
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Explore Philadelphia 1. LIBERTY BELL 6th & Market Streets, nps.gov/ inde It’s cracked, but mighty. 2. INDEPENDENCE HALL Chestnut between 5th & 6th Streets, nps.gov/inde Where it all began. 3. READING TERMINAL MARKET 12th & Arch Streets, readingterminalmarket.org
5. PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART 26th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway, philamuseum.org So worth that run up the steps. More than 3,800 and counting. Just look up. 6. PHILADELPHIA ZOO 3400 W. Girard Avenue, philadelphiazoo.org America’s first zoo — and still one of its most innovative.
Foodie paradise in the form of cheesesteaks, roast pork, soft pretzels, soul food, Amish goodies and more. 4. LOVE STATUE 15th Street & John F. Kennedy Boulevard A photo must —especially with the picturesque Parkway in the background.
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Headliner GIN BLOSSOMS
GET READY TO ROCK WITH GIN BLOSSOMS AT THE TOYOTA ROCK ‘N’ ROLL CONCERT SERIES FINISH LINE CONCERT EAKINS OVAL PHILADELPHIA, PA STAGE SCHEDULE Saturday, October 31, 2015 7:30am Race Begins 8:30am – 10:00am OPENING ACT - Power i 10:00am-10:15am Set Change 10:15am – 10:30am Awards Program 10:30am-11:45am GIN BLOSSOMS 11:45am-12:00pm Costume Contest
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Course Bands
BANDS ON THE COURSE
DAY 2 BAND
JEAN THERAPY Both Retro & Modern~ Jean Therapy
blends rockin’ riffs, complex rhythms, and vocal improvisation with a retro jazz-style rock & pop sophistication… the perfect prescription to fill a room with vibrant sound. There is a tongue-in-cheek nostalgia to this unique cover band;s repertoire. It’s fun. It’s adult. It’s unexpected. Jean Therapy celebrates the sophistication of master musicians like Steely Dan, Joni Mitchell (Shadows & Light), Santana, Burt Bacharach, Stevie Wonder & Sergio Mendez with their pwn modern interpretations of yesteryear tunes.
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THE SUCCESSFUL FAILURES
Formed in 2005 and named for a 1901 Jack London short story, Minions of Midas, The Successful Failures slimmed down from a quartet to their initial threesome. The finest pleasure for music fans is to watch great bands get even better, and Chesterfield, NJ’s The Successful Failures have perfected their already deeply respectable/respected craft on their new fifth LP,Captains of Industry, Captains of War (FDR). All their formidable strengths have been streamlined and crystalized on Captains; already one of the most dependable, refreshingly honest and smart rock ‘n’ roll bands in the U.S., they still seamlessly mix melodic classic power-pop, garage rock, and ageless rock ’n’ roll with more roots-inflected rock and winsome, harmonic pop. ™
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“Unplugged is not an option” is not just a motto for Day 2. It’s a way of life. Day 2 is a band of five guys with diverse musical backgrounds coming together to play a powerful palette of rock ‘n’ roll, with tunes ranging from 60’s hits by The Surfaris and the Stones to current chart-toppers by the likes of the Foo Fighters and 3 Days Grace.
Race Weekend Entertainment Audubon to Warhol: The Art of American Still Life In an unusual match-up of artists, the Philadelphia Museum of Art weaves together Audubon’s classic hand-colored engravings, Hartnett’s magical trompe l’oeils, Warhol’s humorous pop art and other masters of still life in one exhibition. Through January 10. 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, philamuseum.org
HAPPENING NOW: EVENTS, FESTIVALS & EXHIBITIONS Terror Behind the Walls Spine-tingling thrills and chills lurk behind every corner as the undead roam the halls and pop out of the cellblocks at Eastern State Penitentiary. Eerie lighting, Hollywood-style special effects and make-up and professional actors have earned the historic prison kudos as one of the nation’s best haunted houses by Forbes and The New York Times. Through November 7. 2027 Fairmount Avenue, easternstate.org
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Speaking Out for Equality The Constitution, Gay Rights, and the Supreme Court – This exhibit at the National Constitution Center explores the gay-rights movement through the constitutional “conversations.” Supreme Court cases, public discourse and even clips from movies and TV shows reflect the national mood at various points along the journey. Through January 3. 525 Arch Street, constitutioncenter.org
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Vatican Splendors Making its exclusive East Coast stop at The Franklin Institute, the 10,000-squarefoot exhibition brings to light the historical and cultural significance of the Vatican. Objects on display: artwork by Michelangelo, Bernini and Guercino; relics discovered at the tombs of Saints Peter and Paul; and a touchable cast of Saint John Paul II’s hand. Through February 15. 222 N. 20th Street, fi.edu
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Down the Rabbit Hole Celebrating 150 Years of Alice in Wonderland – When Alice began her fantastical journey 150 years ago, the world rushed to follow her adventures in wonderland. The Rosenbach of the Free Library of Philadelphia celebrates the sesquicentennial of the surreal tale with a host of exhibitions and programs that explore the literary classic. Through May 15. 2008 Delancey Place, rosenbach.org Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival and Parade A colorful procession featuring giant puppets, dancing skeletons and traditional Mexican music sets the stage for an afternoon of music, food and Mexican traditions honoring the souls of loved ones. Nov. 1. S. St. between 4th & 10th St., southstreet.com
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Respect the Distance
RX TO ROCK
ADVICE FROM THE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MEDICAL DIRECTOR, P.Z. PEARCE, M.D.
For many of you, this will be your first half marathon. Whether this is your first or fiftieth race, congratulations on your commitment to fitness and a healthy lifestyle! Whether you choose to run, walk or just rock, the following tips will help to ensure you have a fun and safe Rock ‘n’ Roll experience.
TRAIN
HYDRATE
SALT
PLEASE
It’s too late to start now, but you need to respect the distance you’ve chosen to walk or run. There are many different training programs available to you. Be sure you chose one that had you complete at least 2/3 of the race distance several times during your training period. If not, slow down and participate at a comfortable pace.
If you have not calculated your fluid needs for this race, there are two strategies which will ensure you don’t under or over-hydrate. The easiest is to only drink when you are thirsty. If you want to be a little more scientific, limit fluid intake to 4-8 oz of sports drink every 20 minutes.
Losing salt through sweating and complex hormone changes during exercise can result in lowering your serum [blood] sodium level. This will not only affect your performance, it may lead to muscle cramping, headache, dizziness and confusion. Have some sports drink along the course to quench your thirst, or follow your preplanned schedule.
Fill out the medical information section on the back of your bib number. While serious medical problems are quite rare, knowing any medical problems you have, medications you are taking or allergies to medications is extremely helpful to our Medical Volunteers. Our goal is to treat all of our athletes like Rock Stars.
If you have questions, stop by the Rock ‘n’ Roll Sports Medicine Team booth at the Expo or visit one of our Medical Tents on race day. We would be happy to assist you. Have fun, be smart, and stay within your limits. In other words, Rock On… 32
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Race Day Checklist
The final two days before a race are very important. Follow this checklist to ensure that you get the most out of the hard training you’ve done.
—By Matt Fitzgerald
every race.
48:00 | DO A SHORT, FAST WORKOUT
For example, run three miles easy, then run 6 x 30-second relaxed sprints.
47:00 | START CARBO-LOADING
Be sure to consume high-carb foods and beverages at every meal.
31:00 | GET A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP
Getting adequate sleep is critical the final days before a big race.
22:00 | DO A SHORT, EASY WORKOUT It relieves mental and physical tension and keeps the body primed for performance.
21:00-10:00 | KEEP CARBO-LOADING
Maintain your high-carb diet throughout the last day before you race. Choose familiar foods that have always worked well for your body in the past. Now is not the time to experiment.
20:00 | GET YOUR GEAR TOGETHER
Take some time to get all of your gear together; create a race gear checklist that you use for 34
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18:00 | PLAN FOR RACE MORNING
Make a concrete plan for race morning that includes a wake-up time and a route to the race venue
3:00 | WAKE UP EARLY
Set an early alarm to give your body plenty of time to get up to speed. Try to climb out of bed at least three hours before the start horn blasts.
2:45 | EAT YOUR PRE-RACE MEAL
It is important to wake up in plenty of time to consume and digest a high-carb pre-race breakfast three hours before your race start.
2:15 | MAKE SURE YOUR GEAR IS READY
Go through your gear checklist one last time. Be sure not to forget the small essentials such as sunscreen and your race number.
0:30 | WARM UP THOROUGHLY
Start your warm-up about half an hour before your race start. Begin with easy jogging, then do some dynamic stretches such as walking lunges and arm circles.
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THE SCHUYLKILL RIVER TRAIL is a partially paved,
multi-use trail that will total 130 miles when complete. To date, there are about 60 miles, including a 28-mile stretch from Schuylkill Banks in Philadelphia to Mont Clare in Montgomery County that passes through both rural scenery and quaint neighborhoods on its way to Valley Forge National Historical Park and beyond. If that’s still not enough, follow the multi-use Perkiomen Trail that runs the remaining 20 miles to Green Lane Park, one of three Montgomery County parks it connects along with Lower Perkiomen Valley Park, Central Perkiomen Valley Park and Pennypacker Mills.
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RUNNING 38 YEARS!
Congratulations to the following 27 participants who will be participating in this event for the 38th consecutive year in 2015! First Howard Don Lorraine Joshua Vincent Stan Michael Nancy Mary Mark Frederick C Bob Michael Gary Tina David Charles Prince Peter Rory Dennis Robert Gerald Glenn Larry George Al
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