2021 - The Blazing 5k
2021 distances
Running
Elite Female 5k Run (Cutoff 20:00)
Cutoff 20:00 Free Entry: 17:30 Travel Money: $50, must be 16:15 to be considered. 10 entries currently available. Subject to increase based on sponsor engagement. Result submitted for entry must be within 3 years or an equivalent race effort Soft cap at 100 runners **If time not submitted within a reasonable time, you will be pushed to the open wave until provided**
Open Race (Any and everyone is welcome! Bring your speed!)
Elite Male 5k Run (Cutoff 16:00)
Cutoff 16:00 Free Entry: 14:20 Travel Money: $50, must be 14:00 to be considered. 10 entries currently available. Subject to increase based on sponsor engagement. Result submitted for entry must be within 3 years or an equivalent race effort Soft cap at 100 runners **If time not submitted within a reasonable time, you will be pushed to the open wave until provided**
Race date Weather
Conditions on September 12, 2021 — historical Open-Meteo data.
About Des Moines
The Blazing 5k takes place in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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