SPAR presents racing under lantern light
It's almost time for the most romantic road race of the year.
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The annual SPAR Lantern race once again promises an unforgettable running experience in the safe farm atmosphere of the Irene ARC campus.
This is sure to set the perfect romantic tone in the week leading up to Valentine’s Day.
The lantern-lit route has been quoted in Tom Cottrell’s Runners Guide as being the “only true blue romantic run”.
“SPAR is really excited to be a part of the lantern race again in 2016. SPAR North Rand is known for supporting sport – and running in particular – in the region and we pride ourselves on helping build local races into running events that are highlights on the local running calendar,” said SPAR North Rand marketing director, Jerome Jacobs.
“Our title event, SPAR Women’s challenge has become the largest road event in the country while the Lantern race has become the best supported 10km night race in South Africa for the past seven years, attracting almost 4 000 runners.”
The SPAR Lantern race takes place on 10 February at the Agricultural Research Council Irene campus and offers both the 10km route and a 5km fun run.
There will be cash prizes awarded to the top runners as well as loads of SPAR grocery hamper spot giveaways. The first 10 men, 10 women and all category winners receive gold medals and the next 100 finishers will be given silver medals.
The first 3 000 to finish the 5km and 10km route will receive bronze medals. Walkers are welcome but race organisers have warned participants that this year’s route is not wheelchair friendly.
Visit www.irenerunner.co.za for more information.
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