The Best Races - Vacation Isle
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Event Details
This event offers several distances: a 5K, a 10K, and a Half-Marathon (13.1 miles). There is also a Family 1 Mile Fun Run and a Virtual Run option. The run takes place at Mission Point Park on Bayside Lane in San Diego, California.
The event is described as a smaller, private group run with a participant cap per wave. All paces and ages are welcome to run or walk. There is no on-site equipment or setup; coordinators are present to support runners.
Registration and Logistics
Registration fees are listed as $41.89 for the 5K, $47.26 for the 10K, $50.48 for the Half-Marathon, $41.89 for the Virtual Run, and $39.74 for the Family 1 Mile Fun Run. Waves are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, with three start waves offered. Late runners can run upon arrival, with coordinators staying for three hours after the first wave.
Packet pickup is not required. Race bibs are provided on race day, and participant swag, including a running t-shirt, is shipped to the registered US address before the event. A final update with course maps is emailed the Wednesday before the race.
Participant Experience
Official timing is optional. Participants may track their own time using an app and submit it via a form for online posting, or ask coordinators for help. No timing chips are used.
The included swag bag features a running t-shirt, a finisher's medal, a finisher's towel or giveaway, and a digital training pack. An optional technical running shirt upgrade is available. Participants also receive access to online results, a certificate of completion, and an invitation to join a local running club.
A virtual run option allows participants to run any time and place, using any tracking device, and submit results to receive a medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
