The first Spring Lake 5 Race held in 1977 attracted a few hundred runners in this sea shore town of Spring Lake, New Jersey. On May 28, 2011 the race will again be held and some 10,000 plus will participate in the event.
Entry to the race was open just about a week ago and the limit of the 10,000 runners was reached today according to Race Director, Phil Hinck. There are still opportunities to enter through one of the many charitable organizations that are partnering with the event - information on these charities can be found on the Official Spring Lake 5 Web Site.
The 5 mile race starts and finishes on Ocean Avenue and winds its way around the town. In addition to the large field it always attracts a very competitive field of runners.
Start Photos from The top of the Fire Truck Ladder - Finish Photos through 1:08:05 - Finish Photos 1:08:05 and Up
It is the kick off for the Jersey Shore Grand Prix of Races which also includes the Asbury Park 5K, Sheehan Classic in Red Bank and the Pier House 5K in Long Branch..
On Friday evening before the big raxce there are kids races which attracts several thousand kids on Ocean Avenue in town.
For many this event kicks off the summer racing season at the Jersey Shore with many events being held in surrounding communities including: Avon, Bradley Beach, Sea Girt, Ocean Grove, Wall, and more.
A calendar of events can be found on the Jersey Shore Running Club Web Site.
Examiner Articl on last Year's Race
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I was shut out of Spring Lake 5 but would still like to run.. Who should I contact?
Go to the SL5 Web Site
http://www.springlake5.org/
they have several charities that are offering entries.
The links for charity partners are not working.
Links on he SL5 site were just checked and are working.
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