10/27/2024

Pumpkin Run 5K

Mentor, Ohio

Brittany Kiehl

Finish Time:  36:15

Overall Place:  255th Place / 409

Division Place:  15th Place / 27

Race Recap By Brittany Kiehl:

Overall, a fun race experience. The first part of the course was on a bike path along a busy road. It was a little worrisome running with traffic instead of against it. Some runners were using the road to pass others. There were times I wanted to pass walkers but was nervous of being hit by a vehicle. My favorite part of the course was the short part along a trail. It was so beautiful with the fall foliage. You received your medal and shirt at the start of the race. I’m a fan of receiving your medal after you race. However, the race was sold out so not everyone received a medal. At the end of the race they had hot chocolate, candy, and granola bars. There was also a costume contest and awards for overall/ age group winners. I also loved the Halloween themed shirts and medals. You could also pay extra for a sweatshirt with the medal design.