Hello once again to the folks who have signed up for the Virtual Hair of the Dog.
While we can't meet in person, we're keeping our New Year's tradition going by holding the Hair of the Dog as a virtual event, for both people and pooches. See way below for the detailed course maps. We'll put out mile markers on the 8k so that you can run or walk the course any time between Friday, January 1st and Sunday, January 3rd.
If you're doing the event with a pooch, please remember to clean up as needed!
In Person Packet Pickup at Fleet Feet Tucson and Fleet Feet Oro Valley:
You can snag your race number and your doggie-themed running face covering at either of the Fleet Feet locations at any time during the rest of December.
East Side Location:
7301 E Tanque Verde Rd
Tucson, AZ 85715
520-886-7800
Oro Valley Location:
7607 N. Oracle Rd.
Oro Valley, AZ 85704
520-219-2323
Hours:
Monday - Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday Noon - 5pm
* December 31: 10am - 3pm
When you pick up your race goodies, bring this email with you to take advantage of the HOTD 10% in-store discount.
Buff styles are first-come, first-served.
Last-minute in-person registration is cash or check only.
Out of town participants:
We'll mail all out-of-town participants the race buff and souvenir number.
Goodies and Discounts for All Participants:
- Super-cute, doggie-themed, running buff face covering
- Souvenir race number
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Le Buzz: $5 discount for any Le Buzz item at either location, through January 31, 2021
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Fleet Feet: 10% off any Fleet Feet purchase through February 28, 2021
- All finishers eligible for Fleet Feet gift cards
We will give a portion of entry fees to our friends at the Humane Society, but you can also add a donation when you register online.
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After you do your virtual 8K or 1 mile run, go the HOTD results form and enter your time to be entered into the HOTD Fleet Feet Raffle prize drawing.
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Thanks to LeBuzz for offering discounted treats this year! |
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HOTD Last Minute Registration Information |
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Online registration is open until midnight on December 30, 2020. Folks can register in person at either Fleet Feet, with payment by cash or check.
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Le Buzz Caffe $5 HOTD Coupon |
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We're happy to once-again partner with local bakery and restaurant Le Buzz Caffe to offer a $5 off discount to all Hair of the Dog registrants. Bring your race number to either Le Buzz anytime in January to receive the discount.
Le Buzz is the unofficial meeting site for cyclists, hikers, climbers, horse lovers, dog lovers, readers, writers, poets, bikers, doctors, anchormen, movie star wannabes, firemen, gardeners, teachers, nurses, moms, dads, cowboys, lawyers, fitness gurus, rascals …
Offering Take -Away Breakfast, Lunch, Full Espresso Bar, House Roasted Coffee, Baked Goods. Two Locations. Outdoor patio dining now open.
Tanque Verde and Catalina Highway
9121 E. Tanque Verde Road
6 am - 3pm
Plaza Palomino at Swan and Ft Lowell
2930 N Swan Rd
6 am - 2 pm
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10% Discount + Annual Sock Sale |
Fleet Feet is having their popular Holiday Sock Sale: Buy 3 pairs and get 1 pair of FREE socks. Stop by either of their locations from December 13 - December 24th.
When you pick up your race goodies, bring this email with you to take advantage of the HOTD 10% in-store discount.
East Side Location:
7301 E Tanque Verde Rd
Tucson, AZ 85715
520-886-7800
Oro Valley Location:
7607 N. Oracle Rd.
Oro Valley, AZ 85704
Phone: 520-219-2323
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Hair of the Dog FAQ
Q: Why can't we do this race in person?
A: A few reasons:
1) On a practical level, this event requires permits from Pima County and the City of Tucson, and we cannot get the appropriate permits to hold the event at its normal staging venues.
2) On a health care level, Pima County and the state of Arizona are seeing the highest spike of COVID-19 cases in the nation. As much as we want to celebrate the New Year with an in-person running party, we cannot justify the potential risk to the running community.
Q: Are all of your races going to be virtual from now on?
A: We hope not. We miss throwing running parties and seeing our friends laughing, smiling, and having fun together.
Q: What does Virtual mean anyway?
A: Instead of meeting in person, you will be able to walk or run on your own, at your own place, in a location of your own choosing. Ideally, you would walk or run an 8k or 1-mile on New Year's Day but if you want to get it done beforehand, that's fine too. All you have to do is post your time and distance to a spreadsheet. And you're done. Well, then keep an eye out to see if you won gift card raffle prizes.
Q: Where do I find the spreadsheet?
Q: I live in Tucson, how will I get my Hair of the Dog souvenirs?
A: For those who live in and around Tucson, you can stop by either of the Fleet Feet Tucson locations throughout the rest of December. When you pick up your race goodies, bring this email with you to take advantage of the HOTD 10% in-store discount.
And yes, friends and family can pick up your stuff for you!
Q: I don't live in Tucson, how will I get my souvenirs?
A: For those who live outside of Tucson, we will mail you your souvenirs to the address listed on your registration. If you need to change your address, please email us at info@runtucson.net by December 30th.
Q: Will there be any raffles?
A: Yes -- Fleet Feet Tucson is providing a host of gift cards to give as random prizes.
Q: How can I win a prize?
A: Everyone who submits a walk or running result at any distance is eligible for a raffle prize. Once you've shared your virtual results with us through the online form, your name will be entered in the raffle and you will receive an email letting you know YOU WON!
Q: Can friends still register?
Registration ends on December 30th.
Q: What if I still have questions?
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If you wish to run the official course, please note that all roadways and paths are open to traffic, so you must follow all traffic and pedestrian requirements at all times.
The Doggie Dash or Dogless Mile: begins and ends at the NW corner of the baseball fields just south of Tanque Verde, following a counter-clockwise route alongside the fields. We are not allowed to mark this course, but the route is outlined below.
HOTD 8k: Starting in front of the amphitheater, the 8k out and back course winds through the parking lots (safely, following traffic laws and being mindful of speedbumps), then heads south on the multi-use path. At the Pantano Wash, turn left and head southeast, all the way to the turnaround just south of Broadway. The 8k then returns to the finish.
For those worried about specific mileage, below is the official USATF course measurement as marked by Lucas Tyler.
We cannot set up a staging area, but we will put out HOTD Mile Markers to remind you of the race distances.
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Nephew Sebastian working on Mile One |
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Turn Around, past the apartment complex south of Broadway |
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For information about our events, the RRCA, and The Workout Group, contact Randy Accetta
(520) 991-0733
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For information about in-person, online, or group coaching, contact contact Tia Accetta.
(520)891-4369
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