RC - MoonPie 10 Mile and 5K Races - Bell Buckle

The sweetest race you’ll ever run!

 It's the Bell Buckle Chamber of Commerce’s 30th Annual RC Cola – MoonPie 10 Mile and 5K certified races! It will be held Saturday, June 20th, in historic Bell Buckle, Tennessee, and we're having a party!

Registration is online only on RunSignUp.com. Registration is currently open and is limited to the first 1,100 runners, so preregistration is encouraged.  Both the10 Mile Run and the 5K start times are at 7:00 AM.  Packet pick up is downtown Bell Buckle on Friday, June 19th, from 3-7 PM and on race day from 5:30 am to 6:45 am. Don’t worry, it goes fast!  Race shirts are guaranteed for preregistered runners up until May 20th. After May 20th race shirts are not guaranteed.

 A runner's breakfast is served post-race to all runners, along with receiving a Finisher medal to all crossing that cherished finish line!  Afterwards, you should stay for the popular RC-MoonPie Festival, which is held on the festival stage grounds behind the storefront area.

A copy of the course map is provided on the Bell Buckle Chamber of Commerce race website at www.BellBucklerc-moonpie10mileand5Krun.com.  Water stops, parking, and event day information are also available on the website, with all other pertinent information, including award presentation information. 

I love this race!  A few years ago I was running the Chattanooga Stage Race which unfortunately fell on the same weekend.  But I am true to Moonpie now.  Here is my FB write-up (although I don’t post much and not good with words)

 

 

10 Mile Race FAQ’s

When and Where will packet be held

Packet Pick up will be at the picnic pavilion behind the old gas station façade which is across the street and just to the left of the downtown strip (next door to Farm Girlz Goodz) Follow the large red flags that say "Registration"
Registration Packet Pick up for race shirt and bib will be Friday, June 19th from 3:00pm – 7:00pm and on race day, Saturday, June 20th from 5:30am to 6:45am. Please make sure you bring the QR code (via email, screenshot or print) or a proper photo id. You will NOT be able to check in without either. 
At Registration, please check in to pick up race bib which will have  time chip in it, and pick up race t-shirt.

When and Where is the start line?

Start times are the same for both the 10 Mile and 5K Races. 7am

Start lines are the same for both the 10 Mile and 5K Races located at the  top of Hinkle Hill Road which is located next to the Bell Buckle Post Office.  Hinkle Hill Road is a looped road.  Please do not enter from the Post Office side of the loop as that is marked off for handicap parking and emergency vehicles and tends to get a big congested pre-race.  Best way to enter Hinkle Hill to start line is to walk down Webb Road towards the Baptist Church and take a right at Hinkle Hill and walk up the hill to the start line from there.

Where is the Finish Line?

Finish lines are the same for both the 10 Mile and 5K Races located in the large parking lot in front of the downtown stores.  The finish line mat will be picked up at 9:30am

Will there be Finishers Medals handed out?

Finisher’s Medals will be provided to all runners crossing finish line.

Where can I find parking for the race?

Parking updates can be found on the race website Race Day Information drop down.  Parking is a bit of a early bird gets the worm scenario.  You will find free parking at the Webb School and the Bell Buckle Park on Peacock Street. The Bell Buckle Fire Department on Main Street will be offering parking for a minimal fee. Other lots can be found behind the Post Office off of Hinkle Hill, the Bell Buckle Banquet Hall, Bizzee Mart, and the lot across from Bizzee Mart.  Street parking is discouraged as it can be an impediment for runners and also be problematic in the event of an emergency vehicle needing access. Click here for parking map:
https://bellbucklerc-moonpie10mileand5krun.com/parking-info-2/

Where are the restrooms and porta potties located?

Porta potties will be placed along the alleyway behind the stores.  (The public restrooms are shut down on event days due to volume issues) There are no porta potties along the race route

How can I find the route for the race course?

Race Course Route - Directional signs will be along the route with 5K runners veering off from the 10 Mile runners at about the half-mile mark.  Mile Markers will be on signage and painted on the road.  Please check the course maps at www.bellbucklerc-moonpie10mileand5Krun.com to familiarize yourself with the particular course you will be running. 
ALL runners are responsible for knowing and familiarizing their selves with the course.  Race officials will have the courses marked but are not responsible any misdirection taken by runner.

Where will the water stops be located along the route?

Water stops for the 10 Mile Run will be provided at MM2, MM4, MM6 and MM8.  Gatorade at MM6 & MM8

Will there be a post-race breakfast?

Post Race Runners breakfast - Water will be provided at the finish line and at the pavilion area where breakfast will be served.  Due to the pavilion serving as registration & timing area, breakfast may not be ready until after 7:30 for all you 10 mile runners! The Runners breakfast will be held under the pavilion. Please look for the directional signs. 
 

Will showers be available after the race?

Showers will be available 9-11am at the Webb School gymnasium.  Signs will be placed directing runners to the gym where the showers can be found downstairs.  

Where will the Awards Ceremony be held?

Awards - the award ceremony for the Overall, Masters and Grandmasters winners for the 10 Mile Run will be held at the Stage on the festival grounds located behind the downtown shops at 10:00am.  The awards for the age category winners will be handed out next to the stage under the tent once all runners’ times are posted.

What are the Award categories?

Trophy info – Trophies are given for the top three finishers for male and female for both the 10 Mile and 5K races for Overall, Masters, (40+) and Grandmasters (50+)
Age Category Awards – Awards are given to the top three finishers for male and female in age division classes for both races as follows unless otherwise noted: 
9 and under (5K), 14 & Under (10 Mile), 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 5=75-79, 80+

Are Headphones allowed?

Headphones are discouraged for safety purposes

Are Strollers allowed?

Strollers are allowed, however, they must go the back of the start line up.

Are pets allowed?

Pets are not allowed on course.  

Are registration transfers to other runners allowed?

No transfers – once registered, runners may not transfer their registration to another runner. There is a "Gift" option that you can gift your registration and fees to someone else. No guarantee on t-shirt if done. 

Can I cancel or carry over my registration?

All Registrations are final – registrations cannot be refunded nor carried over.

Are registration transfers between races allowed?

Transfer between races – Should a runner request a transfer from one race to the other, there will be a $15 transfer fee if there is availability in the other race.

 

What happens to the race if it is raining or inclement weather?

Rain or shine – The races will be held rain or shine.  In the case of dangerous inclement weather, there may be a delay in the start time.

 

How can I resolve a problem with my registration?

Troubleshooting – There will be a tent set up next to the Registration area to help with any registration problems that may possibly occur.

 

 

 

 

5K Race FAQ’s
 
When and Where will packet be held?
 
Ø  Packet Pick up will be at the picnic pavilion behind the old gas station façade which is across the street and just to the left of the downtown strip (next door to Farm Girlz Goodz)
o   Registration Packet Pick up for race shirt and bib will be Friday, June 19th from 3:00pm – 7:00pm and on race day, Saturday, June 20th from 5:30 am to 6:45am. Please make sure you bring the QR code (via email, screenshot or print) or a proper photo id. You will NOT be able to check in without either. o   At Registration, please check in to pick up race bib which will have  time chip in it, and pick up race t-shirt.
 
When and Where is the start line?
 
Ø  Start times are the same for both the 10 Mile and 5K Races. 7am
 
Ø  Start lines are the same for both the 10 Mile and 5K Races located at the  top of Hinkle Hill Road which is located next to the Bell Buckle Post Office.  Hinkle Hill Road is a looped road.  Please do not enter from the Post Office side of the loop as that is marked off for handicap parking and emergency vehicles and tends to get a big congested pre-race.  Best way to enter Hinkle Hill to start line is to walk down Webb Road towards the Baptist Church and take a right at Hinkle Hill and walk up the hill to the start line from there.
 
Where is the Finish Line?
 
Ø  Finish lines are the same for both the 10 Mile and 5K Races located in the large parking lot in front of the downtown stores.  The finish line mat will be picked up at 9:30am
 
Will there be Finishers Medals handed out?
 
Ø  Finisher’s Medals will be provided to all runners crossing finish line.
 
Where can I find parking for the race?
 
Ø  Parking updates can be found on the race website Race Day Information drop down.  Parking is a bit of a early bird gets the worm scenario.  You will find free parking at the Webb School and the Bell Buckle Park on Peacock Street. The Bell Buckle Fire Department on Main Street will be offering parking for a minimal fee. Other lots can be found behind the Post Office off of Hinkle Hill, the Bell Buckle Banquet Hall, 82 Market, and the lot across from 82 Market.  Street parking is discouraged as it can be an impediment for runners and also be problematic in the event of an emergency vehicle needing access. Click here for parking map:
https://bellbucklerc-moonpie10mileand5krun.com/parking-info-2/
 
Where are the restrooms and porta potties located?
 
Ø  Porta potties will be placed along the alleyway behind the stores.  (The public restrooms are shut down on event days due to volume issues) There are no porta potties along the race route

How can I find the route for the race course?
 
Ø  Race Course Route - Directional signs will be along the route with 5K runners veering off from the 10 Mile runners at about the half-mile mark.  Mile Markers will be on signage and painted on the road.  Please check the course maps at www.bellbucklerc-moonpie10mileand5Krun.com to familiarize yourself with the particular course you will be running.
o   ALL runners are responsible for knowing and familiarizing their selves with the course.  Race officials will have the courses marked but are not responsible any misdirection taken by runner.
 
Where will the water stops be located along the route?
 
Ø  Water stops for the 5K Run will be provided just beyond the two mile mark. 
 
Will there be a post-race breakfast?
 
Ø  Post Race Runners breakfast - Water will be provided at the finish line and at the pavilion area where breakfast will be served.  Due to the pavilion serving as registration & timing area, breakfast may not be ready until after 7:30 for all you 5K runners! The Runners breakfast will be under the pavilion. Please look for the directional signs. 
 
Will showers be available after the race?
 
Ø  Showers will be available 9-11am at the Webb School gymnasium.  Signs will be placed directing runners to the gym where the showers can be found downstairs. 
 
Where will the Awards Ceremony be held?
 
Ø  Awards - the award ceremony for the Overall, Masters and Grandmasters winners for the 5K Run will be held at the Stage on the festival grounds located behind the downtown shops at 8:30am.  The awards for the age category winners will be handed out to the left of the stage once all runners’ times are posted.
 
What are the Award categories?
 
o   Trophy info – Trophies are given for the top three finishers for male and female for both the 10 Mile and 5K races for Overall, Masters, (40+) and Grandmasters (50+)
o   Age Category Awards – Awards are given to the top three finishers for male and female in age division classes for both races as follows unless otherwise noted:
9 and under (5K), 14 & Under (10 Mile), 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 5=75-79, 80+ 

Are Headphones allowed?
 
Ø  Headphones are discouraged for safety purposes
 
Are Strollers allowed?
 
Ø  Strollers are allowed, however, they must go the back of the start line up.
 
Are pets allowed?
 
Ø  Pets are not allowed on course. 
 
Are registration transfers to other runners allowed?
 
Ø  No transfers – once registered, runners may not transfer their registration to another runner. There is a "gift" option available where you are gifting your registration and payment. 
 
Can I cancel or carry over my registration?
 
Ø  All Registrations are final – registrations cannot be refunded nor carried over.
 
Are registration transfers between races allowed?
 
Ø  Transfer between races – Should a runner request a transfer from one race to the other, there will be a $15 transfer fee if there is availability in the other race.
 
What happens to the race if it is raining or inclement weather?
 
Ø  Rain or shine – The races will be held rain or shine.  In the case of dangerous inclement weather, there may be a delay in the start time.
 
How can I resolve a problem with my registration?
 
Ø  Troubleshooting – There will be a tent set up next to the Registration area to help with any registration problems that may possibly occur.
 
 

The Award ceremony for both the 5k & 10 Mile Run for the Top Three Overall Winners male and female, TopThree Masters male and female, and Top Three Grandmasters male and female will be held at the stage on the festival grounds located behind the downtown shops.  5k awards are at 8:30 am and 10 mile awards are given at 10am.

All age category winners can also pick up their awards at the stage area once results are official. There will be signs and a tent for these awards along side the stage. 

5K: T-Shirt

10 Mile: T-Shirt