We regret to announce that there will not be a Granite Grinder this year.
We hope to bring the Grinder back in 2012. Our Hill Country Trail Race at Serenbe 15k & 5k will still be taking place again this year, Nov. 12th, 2011.
Thank you.

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2010 Race Results


5k Overall Results

Half Marathon Overall Results

Half Marathon Female Overall Results

Half Marathon Female Category Results

Half Marathon Male Overall Results

Half Marathon Male Category Results

Race Photos Available HERE




COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This race has it all! No mile is the same as the next! Running across the giant granite slab sections will seem like you are on a different planet! The river side trails, and stream crossings add to the fun! The root covered single tracks provide challenging uphill and downhill passages through the trees. The grassy meadow crossings will take your breathe away! All will enjoy the adventure and scenery of this race, and even the most experienced runners will be put to the test!

TECHNICAL T-SHIRT
All participant receive a New Balance short sleeve technical moisture wicking fabric t-shirt with Granite Grinder race logo.

Half Marathon Fees
$40 until midnight January 31st.
$50 until midnight March 31st.
$60 until midnight April 14th $60 Race day registration.

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5k Fees
$25 until midnight January 31st.
$28 until midnight March 31st.
$30 until midnight April 14th. $30 Race day registration.

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March Promotional Events
New Balance Rep and Run to be held at Sandy Spring location Phidippides Wednesday March 10th, and at Ansley location Phidippides Thursday March 11th. Runners meet at these locations at 6:15pm for a group run, followed by food and drink provided by Phidippides/New Balance. New Balance shoes will be available for test runs.

HOTEL
Runners can get the special rate of $79.95 at Hawthorne Suites if asking for the Granite Grinder Rate! Hotel is directly across the street, 200 yards from race starting line. Hotel bar open Friday night, breakfast served 6:30-9:30am on Saturday. For reservations, call direct 770-761-9155
Date
Saturday, April 17, 2010 @ 8:00 AM local time

Address
Georgia International Horse Park
1996 Centennial Olympic PKWY NE

Registration Closing Date
Wednesday, April 14, 2010 @ 11:59 PM

On-Site Registration Discounts
Starting February 1st, $10 off 15k entry and $5 off 5k entry when visiting any Phidippides location and signing up in the store. Discounts applied to current rate on that date. For store locations, go to: www.phidippides.com.

Race Number Pick Up
Race number pick up starts at 6:30am the morning of the race near the starting line.

VIDEO SHOOT! January Promotional Event
On January 28th, past runners of the Granite Grinder are invited to come talk breifly about their race experience on video. Video shoot will take place at Ansley Phidippides during the group run at 6:15pm. If interested please contact justin@goodrunproductions.com.

Early Race Number Pick Up at Phidippides
Runners registering on Active.com will have the option to pick up their bib number at any Phidippides store. Runners will receive 15% off the purchase of any New Balance merchandise when picking race numbers up in store. In store number pickup available from Feb 1st until April 14th. For store locations, go to: www.phidippides.com. Runner's can also receive 20% off the purchase of any New Balance merchandise when registering in store.

Water Station Info
6 water stations will be along the course. Each station will have both water and sports drink.

Restrictions
No Headphones allowed for race participants.

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Awards as follows:
Male & Female Overall 3-Deep, Grand Masters - Top Finish, Masters - Top Finish, 3-Deep 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 & over.

Direct Race Questions to:
Race Director: Justin Rosenbleeth · 404-627-6349 · justin@goodrunproductions.com
Co-Race Director: Chris Tilton · 404-992-9945 · chris@goodrunproductions.com
Co-Race Director: Mike Babcock · 678-772-6828 · mike@goodrunproductions.com

Sign up for the Granite Grinder at Active.com

Download mail-in registration form and map

Download Granite Grinder Course Map

Download Granite Grinder Elevation Map



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NEW 2010 SPONSORS CURRENTLY BEING RECRUITED. FOR SPONSOR INFO, CONTACT:
Race Director: Justin Rosenbleeth · 404-627-6349 · justin@goodrunproductions.com
Co-Race Director: Chris Tilton · 404-992-9945 · chris@goodrunproductions.com
Co-Race Director: Mike Babcock · 678-772-6828 · mike@goodrunproductions.com



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