Frequently Asked Questions

• How much is registration?

50 mile - $90 before 4/1, $95 before 4/26, $105 at packet pickup

50K - $80 before 4/1, $85 before 4/26, $95 at packet pickup

Marathon - $70 before 4/1, $75 before 4/26, $85 at packet pickup

Half Marathon - $60 before 4/1, $65 before 4/26, $75 at packet pickup

8K - $35 before 4/1, $40 before 4/26, $50 at packet pickup

• Is there a time limit in which the event must be completed?

All races have until 6pm to finish

• Where does the race start? Where does it finish?  

The start and finish will be at Willard Middle School (205 N. Miller Rd, Willard, MO) 

• What time do I need to check in by?

All runners should check in at least 30 minutes prior to their race start on race morning.

• What time does the race start?  

50 Mile - 6:00AM

50K - 6:00AM  

Marathon - 7:00AM  

Half Marathon - 7:30AM  

8K - 7:45AM

• When & where can I pick up my packet?
• Packets can be picked up Thursday, April 23 from 3:00PM to 7:00PM at Fleet Feet Sports (1254 E Republic Rd. Springfield, MO 65804)
• Packets can be picked up Friday, April 24 from 3:00PM to 7:00PM at Fleet Feet Sports (1254 E Republic Rd. Springfield, MO 65804)  
• Race Day Packets can be picked up at race start from 5:30AM to 6:30AM.

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• I registered but can't participate - can I still pick up my swag?  

Yes, please stop by and pick up your bib and event swag at packet pickup (dates and times above).

• I won't be able to participate.  Can I transfer my registration to next year or give it to a friend? 

Yes, you can defer your registration to next year or transfer it to a friend.  The runner receiving the transfer must sign the waiver at packet pickup in order to receive the bib.

• What kind of race swag do we get?
• All registrants get technical T-shirts with awesome Frisco railroad art.
• All finshers get a Frisco custom medal
• All ultra finishers (50K and 50 mile) will get a unique Frisco trophy.
• All 50K participants recieve an additional RRCA Regional Championship event award and medal
• First male/female in all individual races get a Frisco trophy for OVerall, Master (40+), Grand Master (55+)
• The top 3 male and female finsihers in the 8k, half marathon, marathon and 50k will receive awards in the following age groups:
  (<20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)

• What if I need to drop to a shorter distance?

Dropping distance before race day- If you need to drop your distance before packet pick up please contact the race director, Rod at rkpennington@mchsi.com
 

Dropping distance at packet pick up- please notify the volunteers that you need to drop your distance and they can issue a bib change.
 

Dropping during the race - All runners may drop to a shorter distance during the race - they MUST notify the volunteers at the nearest aid station and the timing company after they cross the finish. Runners will receive swag for the distance they complete. Runners who drop distance during the race are not eligible for awards. If you must drop and not finish the race, please check in at the timing trailer and let them know you are not still out on the course.

• What are the cut-offs?

Course closes at 6pm

• What about inclement weather?

The inherent risk of an April event is that weather in this area of the United States can be highly unpredictable. On average, temperatures and conditions are perfect for distance running; 30-50 degrees with little precipitation. The flip side is that it can be pushing 70 or even 80 degrees one day and in the teens and icy a few days later.  Weather forecasts are being monitored paying special attention to the possibility of heavy rain, thunder and lightning, high winds and extreme temperatures. The Race Director, Board of Directors, and representatives from the Willard Police Department, Willard Fire Department, and the Greene County Office of Emergency Management will monitor the weather and make a decision if any action will be taken to modify the race.  Possible changes include: altering the start time for the race or in extreme situations, cancellation of the event. Please listen closely to all public address announcements at the starting line of the race.

Visible lightning will cause the race to be postponed for a minimum of 15 minutes. Additional sightings will continue to delay the race in 15 minute increments.  Rest assured that a little rain won’t deter us.  A little challenge just makes crossing the finish line that much more worth it!

Race personnel reserve the right to delay, cancel, or suspend the race due to inclement weather. Participants must abandon the race if ordered to do so by the race personnel, medical staff, fire or police officers. 

In the event of cancellation, please understand that refunds cannot be provided. This event is a fundraiser to benefit the Frisco Highline Trail of Ozarks Greenways.

• Can my dog run with me?

Unfortunately, no.  Due to safety concerns on the trail and the rural nature of the course, we no longer allow dogs to run our event.

• Can I have a pacer?

Pacers are not allowed for any events.

• How can I help?

The Frisco Railroad Run wouldn’t be possible without the support of the many volunteers who help us do essential tasks—like staff aid stations- we’ll feed you and give you an awesome t-shirt! 

• Still have questions? Want to offer suggestions?

Email the Race Director, Rodney, at rkpennington@mchsi.com or post in our Facebook group.