ABOUT THE AMERICAN TOBACCO TRAIL 10 MILER:
The American Tobacco Trail 10 Miler was created in 2007 to raise awareness and support for the growing trail system throughout the Triangle. Held in the early fall, the race is a perfect distance for those tapering for a fall marathon or those trying out a new race distance. Proceeds from these races will help American Tobacco Trail development and maintenance through Triangle Rails to Trails Conservancy. Do not miss this rare opportunity to race on one of the finest, most beautiful courses in the Triangle!

THE AMERICAN TOBACCO TRAIL 10 MILER RACE & COURSE:
The American Tobacco 10 Miler is a flat, fast, out-and-back course on a low-impact compacted soil surface. Click HERE to see a map of the course. Most of the course is approximately 10 feet wide although there are more constricted spots at bridges and the tunnel under Hwy 64. The course is USATF certified and sanctioned (#NC071016NW).

It has again been designated as the 2010 RRCA North Carolina State Championship 10 Mile Event, as it also was in 2009 and 2008. The race will start on the road for ¼ mile then continue on the trail almost to New Hill and then straight back to the finish line on the trail approximately 0.1 mile before the gate White Oak Church Road. Water, sports drink and bathroom facilities will be located on the course at 1.5, 4, 6, 8.5 miles.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION & DEADLINES:

Registration is now open at www.insideoutsports.com. Click "Events/Team Registration" and then select "American Tobacco Trail 10 Miler - 2010". That will begin your registration process.

Watch this site for more details and updates. Registration is limited and we will not be able to maintain a waiting list or provide any race day registration opportunities. There will be no race-day registration. Registration is $40 and includes a technical t-shirt. Race shirts are cut differently for men and women; in 2009 there were comments that the womens' shirts were kind of small.

RACE PACKET PICKUP:
Early packet pick-up will be at Inside-Out Sports in Cary from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 22.  Runners can also pick up their packets on race day at the ATT-White Oak Church Road Parking area starting at 7:30am. Timing chips will only be available for pickup on race morning at race headquarters.

AWARDS:
Awards from Inside Out Sports will be presented to the top three overall (both sexes), top three masters (both sexes), top three grandmasters (both sexes), and to the top three finishers in each of the following age divisions: (both sexes) 18 & under, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 and 75+ (no duplication of awards). RRCA will provide plaques for the overall winners. All awards are based on gun time for the respective heats. In order to receive awards, runners must have checked in and be wearing the race bib and race chip.

NO HEADPHONES:
As a USATF sanctioned race we must enforce recently amended rule 144.3(b) that prohibits the use of portable electronic devices by participants competing in long distances running races.

Any violators will be disqualified and timing will NOT be scored. For your safety and the safety of your fellow runners, please leave your headphones at home.

RACE PHOTOGRAPHY:

Carolina Snapshot will provide exclusive photography services at the race. Be sure to check their website at www.carolinasnapshot.com.

Gatorade Endurance Formula is the exclusive sports beverage of the event.

TRAIL ETIQUETTE:
Although we have a race, the trail is still open to the general public on race morning and you may see hikers, bikers, other runners, and riders on horseback. We will do everything possible to make other users aware of the event and your presence but there are some rules that you will be asked to follow in sharing the trail. Click HERE for Wake County's trail etiquette guidelines. Your cooperation and courtesy are appreciated to help make the American Tobacco Trail a pleasant experience for ALL users.

POST RACE ACTIVITIES: Following the race there will be plenty of refreshments at the American Tobacco Trail Park. Race results will be posted after the race and also at www.ncroadrunners.org.

• From Durham and points north, go south on NC 751 to Lewter Shop Road (Jean's Berry Patch). Turn left onto Lewter Shop and go 2.5 miles to White Oak Church Road. Turn right onto White Oak Church and continue for 0.5 mile. The parking area is on the left along with a blue Wake County Parks sign.
• From Pittsboro, Jordan Lake and points west, go east on US 64 to the NC 751 light. Turn left or north, and go 3.1 miles to Lewter Shop Road (Jean's Berry Patch). Turn right onto Lewter Shop and go 2.5 miles to White Oak Church Road. Turn right onto White Oak Church and continue for 0.5 mile. Race headquarters is on the left along with a blue Wake County Parks sign.
• From Raleigh and points east, take US 64 west to NC 55. Turn right or north on NC 55 and continue to the High House Road/Green Level West Road intersection. Turn left on Green Level West and go to White Oak Church Road. Turn right on White Oak Church and go 0.4 mile. Race headquarters is on the right along with a blue Wake County Parks sign.
• From Cary, take High House Road to NC 55. Go straight through the light onto Green Level West Road, and continue to White Oak Church Road. Turn right on White Oak Church and go 0.4 mile. Race headquarters is on the right along with a blue Wake County Parks sign.

Parking will be available at Thomas Brooks Park in Cary with a shuttle bus to race headquarters. Some parking is also available south of the race site at White Oak Baptist Church (1621 White Oak Church Road). PLEASE CARPOOL TO THE RACE. Due to the rural location, there will be limited parking. Please do not park along the private road next to the trail entrance. We are not responsible for any illegally parked cars being towed. More parking information will be provided on this site in the next few days.

ABOUT THE AMERICAN TOBACCO TRAIL AND TRIANGLE RAILS TO TRAILS CONSERVANCY :