Cardiff Kook Run

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Sun 9th Feb 2020

Encinitas
2,000 participants
By Encinitas Turkey Trot

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Roll out of bed and kick-start your Sunday with a 5k, 10k, or Kids-K race. Perfect for runners of all abilities, the course loops around the iconic 'Cardiff Kook' statue and runs above some of the world's most popular surf breaks. Come for the epic beach views or for the treasured finisher's medal.

How to enter the Cardiff Kook Run

10k
Run 10km
10:30am Sun 9th Feb 2020
$39–$59
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5k
Run 5km
8:10am Sun 9th Feb 2020
$29–$49
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Kids-K
Run 1km
7:40am Sun 9th Feb 2020
$10
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Cardiff Kook Run routes

Kicking-off from the famous 'Encinitas' sign on Coast HWY 101, the picturesque looped route then runs adjacent to the Pacific Ocean and passed the iconic 'Cardiff Kook' Statue. From here, you will look down upon some of the world's best surfing areas, before heading down to So. Cardiff State Beach.

There truly is no better way to start your Sunday than running alongside the Pacific Ocean with wind in your hair and friends by your side. With a choice of three distance this event is great for novices and seasoned pros alike.

Event Details

What’s Included

Chip timed bib
Exclusive race t-shirt
Finisher's medal
Cash Prizes (1st - $300, 2nd - $200, 3rd - $100)
Costume Prizes (1st - $250, 2nd - $150, 3rd - $100)

Raceday Logistics

Schedule:

0600: Registration opens

0700: Opening day announcements

0730: 10k race start

0740: Kids-K race start

0810: 5k race start

0920: Race course closes & Awards Ceremony

Please ensure you arrive at least 45 minutes before your race start to ensure their is plenty of time for registration and a sufficient warm-up.

Packet Pick-Up:

The organiser's strongly encourage participants to collect race packets in advance, as the event will be quite crowded on the day. Details of these collection periods can be found below:

Where: Road Runner Sports (Carlsbad) 5617, Paseo Del Norther #100 Carlsbad, CA 92008

When:

Friday February 7th

1pm - 7pm

Saturday February 8th

1pm - 7pm

Kit List

If you wish to take part in the Costume Contest then you must register at the registration table before 7am. Normal running gear is, of course, not considered a costume, so please be as inventive as possible!

The costume awards ceremony will take place after the 10k, with cash prizes for the top 3.

1st - $250

2nd - $150

3rd - $100

Spectators

Spectators are more than encouraged to come along and cheer on the runners. After the race, stick around for the awards ceremony before treating your friends or family who took part to a hearty meal.

Volunteers

Volunteers are crucial to bringing races alive and Encinitas Turkey Trot are on the lookout for more help.

If you want to get involved then please email: [email protected]