Race 13.1 Raleigh - Spring Set to Partner with the Girls on the Run Triangle

    RALEIGH, NC, March 14, 2015 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The fourth annual Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Race 13.1 Raleigh, NC - Spring race, which will be held June 6, 2015, is proud to be announce that Girls on the Run of the Triangle will be its Official Charity Partner for the event.

The half marathon, 10k and 5k event is the flagship race of the former Midtown Race Series and has grown each year since the inaugural race in 2012 and is expected to sell out this year with 3,000 runners. Registration is now open through the official race website at http://www.race131.com.

"We're extremely proud that a race series that started right here in Raleigh, is set to positively impact the health and lives of more than 20,000 people across eight Southeastern states this year by offering the same high quality racing experience to runners and communities in more than 20 cities," said Race 13.1 Founder and CEO, John Kane. "The support we've had from the City of Raleigh and the local running community has been integral in enabling us to produce a great event year after year, and is due much of the credit for what we expect to be the best Race 13.1 Raleigh event yet."

The Triangle chapter of Girls on the Run, a national program that "inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running." The Triangle Chapter will be the Official Charity Partner for the Race 13.1 Raleigh - Fall on September 19th in addition to the upcoming June 6th event.

"Having Girls on the Run as our Official Charity Partner for this race is a great fit because the mission of their organization is the same as Race 13.1's - promoting an active and healthy lifestyle for our communities," Regional Vice President Dan Mercer said.

"We are thrilled and grateful to be the Official Charity Partner for the Race 13.1 Raleigh races this year." said Juliellen Simpson-Vos, Executive Director of Girls on the Run of the Triangle. "This year Girls on the Run will serve its one millionth girl nationally. Here in the Triangle, we will serve our 10,000 girl! We are inviting all our GOTR Triangle alumnae to run in both of the Race 13.1 Race events as a way for them to show their continued commitment to living a healthy lifestyle while also supporting our organization."

The official start time for the half marathon is 7:00 a.m. The 5k and 10k will start at 7:15 a.m., and all three races will start and finish at North Hills. The USATF certified course will feature some of the city's most beautiful neighborhoods before heading onto the greenway along scenic Crabtree Creek.

The event will feature activities and amenities before, during and after the races that cater to the entire family. Some of these include a KidZone which will feature a bounce house, sign making stations to support a favorite runner and much more; music; sponsor tents and vendors to interact with and visit; and a finish line party to celebrate with the runners. One runner will have the chance to win a brand new Lexus courtesy of Johnson Lexus, and post-race massages will be available courtesy of Massage Envy.

Race 13.1 is one of the fastest growing half marathon race series in the United States. In 2015, they will grow to more than 20 races in eight states after a successful inaugural season consisting of five North Carolina races in 2014. The company produces first class Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k races in mid-sized cities, providing runners 'big race perks with a local race feel.' Race 13.1 is dedicated to providing best in class customer service which is made evident by the fact that, in 2014, 98% of runners reported that they would recommend Race 13.1 to a friend.

About Race 13.1
Race 13.1 is a rapidly growing Sports Marketing and Events Company based in Raleigh, NC focused on the production of half marathon road races in mid-sized cities. A customer service- focused organization, it is dedicated to providing first-class events for people where they live that are capstones of great achievement and life-changing experiences. Every Race 13.1 event highlights the best of the host city, benefits local businesses from tourism traffic, and raises money for local charities. Race 13.1 benefits entire families and communities - making a positive difference in each of its partnering cities.

About Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run of the Triangle is a successful, positive youth, character development program that creates a community full of confident girls acting on their values and opportunities. As the name implies, running is a part of the program, but the primary focus is empowerment. GOTR's experienced-based curriculum is designed to help girls in 3rd-5th grade, all across the Triangle, be joyful, healthy and confident, while activating their limitless potential.

Race 13.1's charity partners will receive 100% of the proceeds from donations by participants at registration as well as additional fundraising opportunities through the Race 13.1 platform.

For more information about Race 13.1 Raleigh, NC, visit http://www.race131.com or contact Dan Mercer at 919-614-2883 or [email protected].

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