We have 3 weeks to go before The 6th annual Arizona Distance Classic Half Marathon and Oro Valley Hospital 5k on March 28, 2010. The event is the ULTIMATE Celebration of the Active lifestyle.

If you are receiving this email you are already registered or we thought you might want to join the ULTIMATE Boutique Event in the region. REGISTER NOW!

To check if you are registered or to get another copy of your email confirmation and bib number which you need for packet pickup you can go directly to our registration page.

ULTIMATE RUNNING WEATHER - the Average low temperature in March is 50 degrees and the high is 74 degrees.

ULTIMATE COURSE - This is the nicest half marathon course in the country. In addition to running through Honeybee Canyon (the largest collection of Saguaro Cacti in the region), the course features spectacular views of all 5 mountain ranges, the Rincon Mountains, the Tucson Mountains, the Santa Rita Mountains, the Santa Catalina's and the Tortollas.

ULTIMATE DESTINATION - It's not a secret anymore! 2009 had a record number of participants, an incredible amount of spectators, and an unmatched amount of community support. In 2010 we seek to to show you and 3000 of your closest friends why Runner's World Magazine called the Classic the region's "best kept secret".

ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE - We limit the field to 3000 participants to create a "one of kind" experience. Plenty of parking at the start and finish, great aid stations, a fantastic spread of finish line food.

RACE INFORMATION - The Website contains all of the information you might need. However, send us an email if you have any additional questions or concerns.

We are proud to announce that all of the aid stations on the Arizona Distance Classic Course will serve Ultima Replenisher.

ZERO SUGAR. NOTHING ARTIFICIAL. Our bodies need electrolytes before, during and after exercise. Ultima Replenisher is a natural sports drink with zero sugar. It contains a full complement of electrolytes. Ultima also contains complex carbs for energy, water-soluble vitamins and vitamin enhancers for day-to-day health maintenance, and antioxidants to protect body systems from free radicals (toxins). Ultima uses no artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners.

If you are looking to try out what what you will find on our course, you can find Ultima at All About Running and Walking in Oro Valley.

New this year, Jason Lewis and his team from Mizuno will be out at All About Running and Walking for a packet pickup party. The hours are from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm on Friday, and 8:00 am - 5:00 pm on Saturday. John Corbett and the rest of his crew from All About Running and Walking will have great deals and take care of your last minute needs. Mizuno will have the mobile fitting tech lab there and you will be able to "test drive" the latest Mizuno footwear.

Make sure you bring your race confirmation email with your bib number to make picking up your packet a breeze.

We have recently launched the new Facebook Fan Page for the Arizona Distance Classic. Check it out and add your own photos and comments.

We will see you in 3 weeks.

Corra y Ande Con Pasion!

David