2015 Runner`s Guide - Baytown Bud Heat Wave 5 Mile Run

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2015
Runner’s
Guide
Welcome
On behalf of our host venue, J.L.
Wismer Distributing, the City of
Baytown, the Baytown Tourism
Office, our sponsors, volunteers –
coordinated by The Bridge Over
Troubled Waters, Inc. -- and race
beneficiary, the Baytown Special
Rodeo Association, welcome to the
26th annual Baytown Bud Heat Wave.
We’re excited that you’re coming
to Baytown from at least six states
outside of Texas, over 60 Texas cities
or towns and as a member of more
than 40 different running or triathlon
clubs and training groups to take
part in an event that’s part of the
City’s Independence Day celebration.
Running Alliance Sport is indebted
to Jim Ferris and Jayo Washington
of Wismer Distributing and On The
Run co-owner Jay Lee for working
with us to bring this iconic Texas road
race back four years ago after a long
absence.
The greater Houston area is blessed
with great events and event
producers, but we’re glad that you’ve
chosen to spend a part of your
Fourth of July with us – and help us
support the Baytown Special Rodeo
Association as they create a special
day each September for a group of
special needs children in our local
communities.
We want you to run hard and well –
with a smile, of course, but we’ll be
waiting at the finish with beverages
from Wismer Distributing, cold
watermelon, sausage on a stick
prepared by White Water Cowboy
BBQ Company – courtesy of Ditta
Meat, a free post-race massage from
Premier Sports Chiropractic, a cold
towel and brand-new for 2015 – a
medal like you’ve come to expect at
all Running Alliance Sport events.
Running Alliance Sport and Wismer
Distributing hopes that you’ll use
your very functional medal to pop
open a nice cold Budweiser sometime
in your future.
We’ll celebrate your finish with
professional finish line recognition
and photographs by RaceShots.Net
before moving to the Distributorship
for our awards ceremony, which
kicks-off with our annual Patriotic
Costume Contest, presented by RAS
and The Bridge.
Also brand new this year is the On
The Run Six Pack Contest (please see
page 13) and it’s all punctuated with
our second annual Sausage Eating
Women's Overall
2011 - Shannon Miller, 30:12
2012 - Raquel Tidwell, 30:50
2013 - Hope Layman, 31:46
2014 - Jessica Bitterly, 31:55
Men's Masters
2011 - Rich Dissly, 28:59
2012 - Peter Lawrence, 28:53
2013 - Peter Lawrence, 27:55 (3rd overall)
2014 - Peter Lawrence, 28:18 (2nd overall)
Women's Masters
2011 - Laura Bennett, 33:12
2012 - London DeLoach, 37:52
2013 - Krista Blevins, 32:23
2014 - Lisa Korsten, 36:27
2014
Men's Overall
2011 - William Blancett, 26:39
2012 - Sesar Figueroa, 26:05
2013 - Maximo Mendoza, 26:37
2014 - Jacob Phillips, 26:32
Bud Heat Wave - July 4, 2015 - BudHeatWave.org
Contest -- presented by Wismer,
White Water Cowboy BBQ Company
and Ditta Meat -- where defending
champion and two-time Ironman
Gordon Christie of Katy will take on
eight challengers, including four who
will come from the four running clubs
or training groups that registered the
most participants.
Thank you again for joining us.
Don’t forget to like all of our races on
Facebook and follow us on Twitter @
BudHeatwave, but most importantly,
tell a friend about your experience
with us here today.
We hope to see you this fall for one
or more of the three races that make
up the fifth annual Texas Bridge
Series and next March’s 13th annual
Seabrook Lucky Trail Marathon, Half
Marathon and Relays.
In This Guide
Get Ready:
• Packet Pick-Up Schedule
• Race Timing
The Race:
• Race location, schedule & parking
• Contingency plans for bad weather
• The course
• FAQ
The After Party:
• About the party
• Awards
• Costume Contest
• Sausage Eating Contest
• Six Pack Contest
About:
• About Running Alliance Sport
• Our Mission
• Thank You
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Packet Pick-Up
Packet Pick-Up Schedule
Wednesday, July 1, 2015
12 PM- 6 PM
Speedy's Fast Track
11440 Hempstead Rd.
Houston, TX 77092
713-957-8803
Thursday, July 2, 2015
& Friday, July 3, 2015
12 PM- 5 PM
On the Run Clear Lake
2427 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
281-480-5388
Race Day Packet Pick-Up
6:00 AM
Near the starting area on site.
Be prepared to give volunteers THE EXACT NAME
YOU REGISTERED UNDER, not your bib name,
nickname, maiden or married name if you did not
use it to register.
NEW GROUP PACKET PICK-UP FORM:
If you are picking up packets for a group of people
(4 or more), you can submit the names of those you
are picking up for and we will try to prepare the
bundle in advance. Be sure and let us know what
DAY and TIME of scheduled packet pick-up you will
be coming by.
The deadline to submit your request for group
packet pick-up is June 30, 2015 at 5pm, no matter
what day you plan to pick up. If you miss the
deadline you can still pick up multiple packets,
we just won't have time to gather them for you in
advance.
Click here for the group form or go to
http://www.budheatwave.org/packet-pickup.html
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Race Timing
We will be using IPICO timing system.
The timing tag will be distributed in
your race packet along with your bib.
you cross the finish line. NO TAG, NO
TIME! If you forget your timing tag,
you will need to pay $10 to replace it.
Attach your IPICO Sport Tag to your
shoe (see instructions below).
DO attach your Sport Tag
firmly to the top of your shoe.
Do not forget the timing tag on race
morning. You will need to wear it to
receive an official finish time when
DO NOT put your Sport Tag
in your pocket or wear
on your arm during the race.
Instructions
Step 1
Thread the wire twist ties
under your laces.
Step 2
Thread the IPICO Sports Tag
onto the wire twist ties.
Step 3
Secure the IPICO Sports Tag
by twisting the wire twist ties
firmly together.
After the race, your Sport Tag is disposable. You can keep them as a
souvenir and bring it to Speedy’s Fast Track you’ll recieve $25 in FREE
Go-Kart Rides, Laser Tag and/or Mini-Golf! See details on the next page.
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The Race
July 4, 2015
Race Start Location
Lee College
511 S. Whiting Street
Baytown Texas 77520
Race Finish Location
Wismer Distributing Co.
600 S Main St
Baytown, TX 77520
Approximately 1/2 mile from start
Schedule
6:52 Welcome from J.R. Miller, president of the
Baytown Special Rodeo Association (the race’s beneficiary)
6:54 Welcome from Mary Pinney, co-race director of another fine
Baytown race, the Jail Break Run in February
6:56 Presentation of Colors by Felix Lugo, 82nd Airborne, US Army
6:57 National Anthem by Spring native Waverly Walk
Inaugural Medal Arrives To Dazzle!
Back in 1979 when the
first 241 hardy runners
took on this five mile
Independence Day run,
there was no medal at the
end, just awards, a great
party, and lots of beer.
This year, for the first time,
Running Alliance Sport is
honoring every finisher of
this crazy hot grinder with
a unique, attractive and
useful finisher’s medal that
does more than just gather
dust! With its colorful
ribbon/carry strap, you
can get use out of this
year’s
accomplishment
every time you open a
bottle with it!
7:00 Start of the race
Parking
Ample runner parking (Lot 10 and 11)
is available at the start location in Lee
College.
Avoid driving on Lee Dr., Market St., and
Decker Dr. as these streets will be closed
before the race.
Red arrow on map represents part of race
route, check our website for detailed map.
Very limited street parking is available
near the finish.
Make sure you don’t park in a Tow Away
Zone.
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The Race
Contingency plans for bad weather
Rain- The event will NOT be cancelled due to rain
alone unless the downpour is such that athletes,
police, and volunteers lose visibility making situations unsafe. If this occurs we will wait until the
rain subsides and follow the same procedure listed for lightning conditions (minus the 30 minute
rule). Athletes will be informed of such a change
via announcements on race morning.
Lightning - In the event of lightning the race will
be postponed by 30 minutes every time lightning
is spotted and thunder is heard within 6 miles of
the event. Please note that every time lightning
strikes and thunder is heard within 6 miles of the
race site we must delay the start by 30 minutes.
Tornado Warning - If at anytime before (race morning close to start time) or during the event, a tornado warning is issued, the race will be cancelled.
On Course Cancellation - If the race is canceled
due to storms (lightning and/or excessive rain) or
tornado warnings while it is in progress we will do
everything in our power to alert everyone on the
course. All police, SAG, and medical personnel will
be made aware and do all they can to warn and
SAG in all participants. We will also do everything
in our power to assist those that are still on course.
Those that are on course without means of rescue
should seek immediate shelter via open stores,
buildings, garages, homes and/or any other means
of protection from the dangerous conditions. If it
gets bad and we are not there to help you off the
course please do everything you can to keep yourself safe and take shelter.
Because of agreements with the Texas Department of Transportation and various municipalities
regarding a fixed amount of time to have roads
closed or in use or the time of public safety or law
enforcement officials, Running Alliance Sport, at
any time, reserves the right to shorten the distance
of any of its races to comply, especially in dealing
with inclement weather conditions that may make
any course unavailable or unsuitable for runner
participation.
Disclaimer
Do not run this race if you are
unprepared. The combined heat and
humidity on the 4th of July in Baytown
makes the Baytown Bud Heat Wave a
very strenuous and taxing race. Entrants
should only seek participation in this
event if they are well conditioned and
cautious in their race strategy.
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The Race
Course
The Baytown Heat Wave is run mostly on flat, concrete /
asphalt-surfaced streets through the southwestern section
of Baytown. The course encompasses Bicentennial Park, the
City Hall Complex and residential areas
of this section.
Course Markers
Bibs
All participants must wear their bib on the front in a way so
that course officials can see it. The bib is non-transferable.
No official finishing time will be awarded if someone else is
wearing your bib.
Race Etiquette
Visible mile markers will be positioned along the course.
Volunteer course monitors will be positioned to
provide help and directions along the course.
Line up at the starting line according to how fast you plan
to run or walk the event. Slower runners and walkers should
move to the back of the race pack. Run or walk no more than
two abreast.
Water Stations
Race Time Limit
There will be aid stations approximately every mile along
the race course. These will offer water, Gatorade and/or
sponges/towels, and/or water hoses. Medical aid will be
available at the finish line and a sag wagon will monitor the
race.
Photography
90 minutes
Finish line
Keep moving after you cross the finish line. Results will be
posted onsite and also at the official website at
http://www.budheatwave.org.
Official race photographer will be on the course and at the
finish.
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FAQ
Q. Can I pick up my friend’s packet?
A. Yes you can. You only need their name to
do so.
Q. The shirt in my packet doesn’t fit, can I
exchange it for a different size?
A. We post deadlines for both bib name and
shirt size selection, and order shirts in advance according to what you selected if you
register by those deadlines. We estimate the
remainder. If we have any extras after the race
you are welcome to exchange, but if the race
fills, extras for exchange are unlikely.
Q. Will there be some type of shuttle back to
the park after the finish for those of us that
participate alone and will need a ride back to
their vehicle?
A. Start and finish are about 1/2 a mile apart.
No shuttle, you can park close to the finish and walk to the start, or the other way
around.
Q. Will there be a place to leave a drop bag for
the race?
A. Yes. You can leave a drop bag before the
race and pick it up after the race.
Q. I registered but now I can’t make it, can I
get a refund or defer my registration to next
year?
A. There is NO RAINCHECK for this event.
Your entry fee for this year’s event CANNOT
be transferred to next year’s event, and there
are NO REFUNDS, no exceptions. This policy
stays in effect whether you are injured, have
an unexpected business or family emergency,
pregnancy, etc. There are NO exceptions.
Seriously.
You CAN donate your entry to charity, and get
a cash donation receipt. Just let us know!
Q. Okay, but can you mail my race packet to
me or can I pickup my packet after the race,
even though I’m not going to run?
A. No. All unclaimed race packets will be
given to late registrants at the race.
Q. I left early, but it looks like I won an award.
Can you mail it to me?
A. No, we do not mail out awards after the
race. You may be able to pick up your award
at a designated location, usually one of the
packet pick-up spots. Check with us via the
Contact form.
Q. My mom would like to participate but
would like to know if walkers are allowed?
A. Due to the distance of the course and the
heat, we discourage all those that are slower
and are not trained to be in the heat for
extended periods of time. That said, I have
seen walkers that can out perform runners all
the time. So the answer is (it all depends on
your mom’s pace) if she is at a 13-15 min pace,
I would say she will be fine, however, if she is
at a 20 min pace, I would say maybe a shorter
distance race for her would be better.
Q. Will there be Port-a-potties on the course?
A. Yes, every Aid Station will have Port-apotties.
Q: Can I have my favorite pet/dog run with
me?
A: No. The only exception is for service dogs
for those who need them.
Q. Can I wear my headphones?
A. The RRCA (our insurance provider) has a
written guideline against the use of personal
music devices in running events, as such we
strongly discourage the use of headphones in
our races.
Q. I’m running, can my spouse/family volunteer?
A. Yes, we can use all the help we can get.
They can sign up for the volunteer schedule
here.
Q. Will there be showers at the finish?
A. Yes, just as in the past.
Q. Do I need to pay extra if my family/supporters attend the after party?
A. Definitely not!
Q. When will the race results be posted?
A. Usually the same day on our website, barring unforeseen acts of providence.
Q. Are baby joggers/strollers allowed?
A. Yes, please be aware and stay clear of other
runners.
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Brilliant protein nutrition for
uncompromising vitality.
It’s our passion!
Come visit the PowerCrunch tent during the
after party. They will be handing out free
samples and raffling off their Proto Whey
protein powder, shaker cup and full size bars!
www.powercrunch.com
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The After Party
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The After Party
Awards
Cash prizes:
Top Overall Male and Female - $125
Second Overall Male and Female - $75
Third Overall Male and Female - $50
Top Overall Masters Male and Female - $50
Commemorative Award:
First Three (3) Males and Females in the
following age groups will each receive a
special commemorative award:
14 and under
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80-84
85-89
90-94
Awards will be handed out the day
of the race only. No awards will be
mailed.
of the packet pick-up locations.
Check with us after the race via
Contact form.
If there is an unforeseen
circumstance that prevents awards
from being picked up on race day,
awards may be picked up at a
designated location, usually one
Overall winners (top male and
female) will be based on gun time.
Age group awards for top males
and females will be based on chip
time. No double-dipping.
Four Year Legacy Runners
Aguirre, Victor, 62, Katy
Barfoot, Jack, 48, La Porte
Bell, Britt, 66, Kemah
Bell, Susan, 50, Kemah
Bennett, Pam, 55, League City
Bitterly, Michelle, 48, Baytown
Boyd, Bruce, 58, Houston
Bradley, Randy, 52, Spring
Brown, Alison, 50, Houston
Casey, Debbie, 60, Baytown
Chapa, Oscar, 55, Baytown
Collins, Nathaniel, 77, Houston
Conklin, Dave, 58, Houston
Cooper, Steve, 42, Houston
Estrada, Paul, 36, Houston
Greivenkamp, Laura, 54, Seabrook
Harris, June, 58, Houston
Holland, Melanie, 54, Nome
Hunter, Anh, 40, Houston
Jones, Kevin, 47, Baytown
Jones, Vicki, 63, Houston
Kincl, John Kelly, 49, Baytown
Latimore, Robin, 48, Houston
Latimore, Todd, 49, Houston
Mescall, Ruth, 59, Baytown
Miley, Keith, 52, Pasadena
Miley, Terri, 46, Pasadena
Moffatt, David, 53, Friendswood
Myers, Martha, 65, Baytown
Padilla, Don, 65, Deer Park
Pearsall, Theresa, 61, Houston
Peden, Chris, 50, Friendswood
Peden, Jackie, 49, Friendswood
Ploss, Chris, 30, League City
Rake, Joshua, 23, Webster
Rake, Pete, 54, Webster
Ringer, Jennifer, 44, Houston
Ripkowski, Ryan, 17, Dayton
Rodgers, Paul, 54, Bayou Vista
Schreiter, Keith, 39, Houston
Smart, Miranda, 36, Dayton
Smith, Gregory, 55, La Porte
Smith, Teresa, 54, La Porte
Stanford, Karen, 57, Crosby
Tate, David, 17, Seabrook
Torregrossa, Jack, 57, Galveston
Torres, Alfonso, 56, League City
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The After Party
Patriotic
Costume Contest!
We encourage all runners to wear some red,
white and blue during the Bud Heatwave! For
those who like to show off their creativity we
have a Patriotic Costume Contest.
This fun tradition will start off our award
ceremony at 8:30am in the following categories:
• Mens (1st & 2nd place awards)
• Womens (1st & 2nd place awards)
• Group (2-12 runners: 1st & 2nd place
awards, one trophy per award)
Contest Rules
Contest will start at 8:30am on the stage. Keep
an eye on your watch as you may not hear the
announcements.
All contest participants must be registered for the
race. This includes wearing your bib during the
race and contest.
Costumes must be worn while running the entire
race. Part of the fun of the wearing a costume is by
making other smile on the race course. Plus you’ll
have the best race pictures ever.
Judging will be based upon:
Originality - unique, different, shock value etc
Accessorizing - add some flair to your costume
Audience Applause:
We will call to the stage Mens, Womens, and
concluding with the Group contest.
Groups:
Groups will consist of 2-12 runners and may not
include someone participating in the mens or
womens category (you can not participate in
more than one).
Groups will stand on stage together, if all the
groups do not fit on stage we will have the groups
exit the stage after the audience applause. Judges
will keep track of the groups by number.
Judges will take the audience applause in
consideration but judges have final decision on
winners.
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Do you have an injury
that needs to be
evaluated and treated?
Premier Sports Chiropractic
works with athletes
of all levels and types.
Treating and helping prevent
injuries so you can reach your
optimal potential.
Providing patient-centered
conservative care to athletes in the
Clear lake and Friendswood area.
SEABROOK
(281) 942-9011
2100 Nasa Parkway, Suit 100
Seabrook, TX 77573
13.1 Reasons to become a member
of Bay Area Running Club!
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8.
Running partners
New friends
Social events
Volunteer opportunities
Training advice
Experienced mentors
All paces welcome
Freebies/giveaways
9. Networking with the greater
Houston running community
10. Award-winning individuals and club
(Back-to-back-to-back-to-back “4-Peat”
HARRA Series Club Champions!)
11. Charity opportunities
12. Organized group runs
13. HARRA 500 Houston Marathon Program
13.1. 10% discount at On The Run!
Register today at On The Run in Clear Lake
or online at BARCHouston.com
FRIENDSWOOD
(832) 895-1106
133 W Parkwood Ave, Suite A
Friendswood, TX 77573
The After Party
Ditta Meat’s Sausage Eating Contest
The contest will start immediately after the awards
are given. There will be a total of 8 Participants,
first come first serve. Email [email protected]
to enter. (You may enter race day if there are any
spots available.)
Contest Rules
• Total 8 participants: Must be 18 years of age.
(Runners only).
• Each participant must have a coach. The
coach is there to provide support assist with
the water and assist in encouraging the
participant to continue to eat. The coach
cannot touch any of the sausages or assist in
the eating of the sausage. This will result in a
disqualification.
• The coach will raise the white flag if his/her
participant can no longer continue.
• Contestants may not touch the sausages
until the starting signal.
• Only entire sausages eaten will be counted.
In the event of a tie, it will be decided by ¼’s.
• Contestants will have 6 minutes to down
all the sausage on in their tray, with a
maximum of 6 sausages.
• Contestants will be provided 3 bottles of
water during contest.
• When the 6 minute time limit is up
contestants may not put any additional
sausages in their mouths. They will then
have 30 seconds to swallow what is in their
mouths. Any contents left in contestant’s
mouths at the end of the 30 seconds will not
be counted.
• Partially eaten sausages will not be counted
except in the case of a tie.
• Visible signs of sickness or vomiting will
result in disqualification.
• Top three finishers will receive trophies.
On the Run’s Six Pack Contest
Show us your six pack! Crowd response will
determine one male and one female winner
(in case of a tie the six pack official judge will
determine the winner.
Have fun and remember creativity and originality
will be important in winning over your audience.
One male and one female winner will each be
awarded with a $25 gift card from On The Run.
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Our Mission
Calling the greater Houston area
home, Running Alliance Sport (RAS)
is a not-for-profit event production
company that has a passion
for producing quality running
events which in turn support local
communities and its charities.
RAS successfully works with city
governments in Seabrook, Kemah,
La Porte, Baytown, Galveston and
Net proceeds from the Baytown Bud
Heatwave go to Baytown Special
Rodeo Association. The mission of the
Baytown Special Rodeo Association
is to provide an annual fun filled,
western themed day of activities and
Tiki Island to produce five races
annually from March to November
that engages nearly 500 volunteers,
sends over 5,550 runners and
walkers across finish lines and has
donated over $400,000 to local
charities since its inception in 2011.
For more information, please visit
RunningAllianceSport.org.
entertainment for mentally and/or
physically challenged children and
their families. We strive to instill in
each child a sense of community and
the belief that they are special and
important.
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Thank You
Wismer Distributing!
facebook.com/WismerDistributing

2015 Runner`s Guide - Baytown Bud Heat Wave 5 Mile Run

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