3 cycling, running, and ultra events in Thompson, Connecticut

The Red Coat Retreat 5K will be one of the signature events of Thompson’s commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary. The run will bring together residents, visitors, and history enthusiasts to celebrate local heritage while promoting community health and spirit.

Race Course Map Link: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6642809449/

Age group Awards to 12 and under, 13 - 18, 19- 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60+.

• 40+ and 50+ riders will get separate medals and have a separate podium. 1 prize list for the entire field.

Neutral Support provided by Competitive Edge Racing.

USA Cycling license required for all events. Riders without USA Cycling licenses can purchase a one-day license at registration for $15. Pre-registration is available online through BikeReg.com until 24 hours before first race. Online service fee based on Bikereg.com standard service fee rates applies. Number pickup and day of registration will be available from 7:30am until 20 minutes before scheduled start time for all fields; add a $10 surcharge to day-of entries per day.

Helmets are required at all times during the weekend and jerseys must have sleeves (no tank-tops or vests). There is no warming up on the course at any time; infractions will subject riders to disciplinary action and/or disqualification from the event.

Circuit race will be run under road racing rules with the exception that lapped riders may work with riders on the lead lap. Neutral support will drive behind the field to provide support; there will not be a pit and no free lap will be available.

Directions can come from Google using the following address: https://www.google.com/maps/dir//thompson+speedway/data=!4m6!4m5!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x89e423b4e4319599:0xd6d50a5cb0172a60?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiVvMqJjP3zAhVGrZUCHaLvDxwQ9Rd6BAhJEAQ

For more information on the race weekend, log online to http://www.fastalracing.com or you can e-mail promoter Alan Atwood at [email protected].

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