4-Mile Classic Road Race

The 32nd Annual White River 4-Mile Classic Road Race will be held at 7:30 a.m. on 7 August, 2010. This fast-pace race is held in conjunction with the White River Water Carnival, so there will be plenty for the family to do the whole day.

The race is under the direction of the White River Roadrunners, a running club to serve the runners of North Arkansas. Information on how to become a member of the club can be found at the registration table on race day or you can call Joe Pool at (870) 793-3867 or Ken McSpadden at (870) 793-2464.

The Race is sponsored by: FutureFuel Chemical Company, Reed Physical Therapy, Rick Reed Company, and Murphy, Thompson, Arnold, Skinner & Castleberry Law Firm, Citizens Bank, Wal-Mart, Krogers, and Walgreens.

"New Course" (2009 - present) Records are: Male: James Cheruiyot- 20:14.02 - 2009 Female: Leah Thorvilson- 22:50.16 - 2009

"Old Course" (1979 - 2008) Records are: Male: Jacob Rotich - 19:26:95 - 2004 Female: Laura Baker - 23:29:30 - 2001

Course Description: The race begins on Main Street, between 9th and 10th Streets, and is downhill for about seven blocks. Runners will then make a right turn on Bayou Street and continue downhill while crossing the Golden Overpass. The route continues on Bayou Street with a couple of small, rolling hills until just past the one-mile mark.
Soon after passing this mark, runners will begin a gradual climb of approximately six-tenths of a mile up North Heights Street, followed by a right turn on Craig Street and a quick descent for about two-tenths of a mile. The course then turns right on Hill Street, where runners will soon pass the half-way point.
The route continues on Hill Street for a relatively flat four-tenths of a mile before turning left on Carter Street, just past West Elementary School. From Carter Street, runners will make a right turn onto Charles Street, which loops back around to Bayou Street. After making a left turn on Bayou Street, runners will soon begin a steep climb to go back across the Golden Overpass and finish the third mile.
Just after the three-mile mark, the course makes a left turn onto Water Street and begins a gradual increase in elevation for approximately one-half of a mile. Runners will then make a right turn onto 10th Street for a quick climb before making a final right onto Main Street for a fast five blocks downhill to the finish.

USATF certified challenging loop type 4-Mile course. Ran mostly on asphalt. One of the Arkansas Grand Prix State Championship races. USATF Certification Number: AR09007DLP.

On Friday Evening, 6:00-8:00pm, at the First United Methodist Church, 615 E. Main Street, you will be able to pickup your bag, t-shirt, and chip. We will also do registration from 6-8, day of race pricing.

On Saturday morning, registration will be from 6:00 - 7:00 a.m. on day of race, at the First United Methodist Church, 615 E. Main Street in beautiful downtown Batesville, Arkansas.

T-SHIRTS: Technical T-shirts will be provided to all pre-registered runners. Again this year we will be providing a women's cut t-shirt to all pre-registered women who request that shirt. On day of race t-shirts will be handed out to registered runners until they run out. FYI on women's cut, they run small so you may want to go up one size.

There will be water and Gatorade on the course and plenty of food and drink at the end of the race. Cave City Watermelon!

When you finish, don't forget to stop in the 'World Famous' overhead sprinkler system. It's what sets this race apart from others that you run in the heat and humidity...very refreshing!

AWARDS: Trophies will be awarded to overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female. Three deep in the Master's (40+), Grand Masters(50+), and Seniors (60+) Division for male and female. Five-deep in the following male and female age divisions:

0 - 9	10 - 14	15 - 19	20 - 24
25 - 29	30 - 34	35- 39	40 - 44
45 - 49	50 - 54	55 - 59	60 - 64
65-69	70-74	75-79	80+

TRAIN For 4

The White River 4 Mile Classic Road Race will be celebrating its 32nd running this year on August 7th. The race is one of the many events held in conjunction with the White River Carnival.

The White River RoadRunners are initiating their annual “Train for Four” training program for this year’s race. Beginning on Saturday, June, 6, the club will hold weekly training sessions for anyone wanting to train for and participate in the race. At the initial training session participants will be broke out into pace groups based on running experience and time goals. Each participant will receive a training plan to follow during the next eight weeks leading up to the race. At the Saturday morning training sessions everyone will get together for training progress updates, individual/specific training, and group runs to prepare for the race. Other group runs and training sessions will be scheduled during the week if participants want to train together.

By completing the eight week training plan, The “Train for Four” program will prepare new runners to complete the race within a 1 hour time period. It will help those with some running experience to complete the race in a 40 to 50 minute time period. The Program will begin at 8:00 am, Saturday, June TBA, at the Batesville High School track. For more information contact: Robert Barber at 251-4299, Joe Pool at 793-3867, Lisa Barber at 698-0473 or Jennifer Liles-Dorris at 793-2619. Copies of our training program: 40-Minute Goal 50-Minute Goal 60-Minute Goal

KIDS FUN RUN: There will be a FREE kids fun run for kids 10 and under at the end of the 4-mile race (approximately 8:30 a.m.). All kids who participate and finish will get a medal.

NOTE 1: There will be an early start for WALKERS that feel that they may need a little extra time. The early start time for WALKERS will be at 7:15. We will announce the line up time. See race director for any questions.

Note 2:We will have to close the course at 8:30a.m. because we have to do the kid's run, award ceremony and clean up by 10:00 for the White River Water Carnival Parade. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause for you...but we need you to run REAL fast!!!

4-Mile Classic Registration Form	4-Mile Classic Winners and Course Record
4-Mile Classic Race Results and History