Ford's Colony - Early Entry Ends Next Week!

It is hard to believe, but the 2nd Annual Ford's Colony Race is just two months away. Registration has really picked up in July. In fact we have picked up eight runners in the last 24 hours. Many are repeats from last year, but we have several new faces as well, including a man traveling from New Jersey to race.

Price Increase: The 5k and 10k race entry fees goes up by $5 on July 15. This gives you one week to get registered and save. If you know you plan to run, go ahead and sign up right now!

Registrations: The race committee, Ford's Colony Golf Course, Dental Care Center, and all of our other sponsors are very excited to host the race again, and we hope all of the RMEC will put us on your running calendar. We are well on our way to another sell out, so don't delay.

Club Discount: Don't forget to use the RMEC discount code when you register (RMEC10). This code will take 10% off, and should only be used by club members, and their immediate family. We will monitor the use of this code. If you do not use it when you register, we are unable to refund the discount. If you are a race sponsor, please email us at runrmec@yahoo.com about your complimentary race entries.

New Fun Run: Don't forget that we added a new 1.5 Mile Fun Run this year. This un-timed event will allow families and kids to race like mom and dad and cross under the same finish line arch. All this while earning a special finishers award and getting their own race shirt. All participants must register, however parents in the 5k and 10k are welcome to jog along with their children without registering twice.

"Cash" Bonuses: Are you fast? Do you have a fast friend? Raleigh Running Outfitters has agreed to offer store gift cards for premium times in this years race. Individuals in each of the following categories can win a $100 towards any purchase at Raleigh Running Outfitters:

• 5k Men: 1st person to break 17:00
• 5k Women: 1st person to break 19:00
• 10k Men: 1st person to break 37:00
• 10k Women: 1st person to break 41:00

These are aggressive time goals, but can certainly be reached. Our hope is to set some impressive course records, so in the future we can offer bonuses for setting new records. There will also be gift cards offered to the winners of each age group category as well. Stay tuned for more details on these prizes.

Facebook: The Ford's Colony Race now has a home on facebook. If you are a facebook user, you can join our group by visiting us online. It is a great way to stay in touch with the race, and talk with other runners who are racing.

Volunteers: We had an outstanding group of volunteers in last years inaugural event. We are looking forward to another eager group again in 2009. If you are racing, please encourage your family to volunteer at the race. Remember, the reason you can race, is because someone else is not. Volunteers can sign up online as well.

So don't delay. . . get registered today!

www.fordscolonyrace.com