The Split

Enjoy blooming scenery and refreshing views as the course winds along the Spokane River, making it the perfect way to celebrate spring on the run.

Packet Pick-up:

Pre-race packet pick-up will be offered for participants on Saturday, April 12, 2025.  Location - Fleet Feet Spokane Valley (13910 E Indiana Ave D, Spokane Valley, WA 99216) / 11:00am-2:30pm
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If you are not able to pick-up your packet, someone else can pick it up for you. There will be a limited last minute bib pick-up on race morning near the start line. This race morning bib pick-up is ONLY for extenuating circumstances.

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Race Start Location:

Riverfront Park, in the Central Plaza between the Howard St Bridge & Spokane Pavilion (Havermale Island, 574 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Parking:

Plenty of street parking near the park. Meters are free on Sunday. Paid parking is also available at River Park Square parking garage and surrounding paid lots.

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Race Schedule:

7:30am - Half Marathon - Early Start
8:00am - Kids Fun Run
8:30am - Half Marathon
9:00am - 10K
9:15am - 5K
12:00pm - Courses close

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Cutoff Times:

Half Marathon: Runners are required to finish in 3 hours (before 11:30am). If you plan to finish in over 3 hours, sign up for the Early Start option.
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Half Marathon - Early Start: Runners are required to finish in 4 hours (before 11:30am). If you plan to finish in under 2.5 hours, DO NOT sign up for the Early Start option as road crossings and aid stations will not be available at the earlier times.
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As long as a runner is making reasonable progress we will most likely not pull them from the course, but they will need to follow traffic laws at that point if they are falling behind that pace.

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Gear Check:

Gear check will be available for ALL runners at the start line. In an effort to reduce waste, we ask runners to please bring your own bag to put your belongings in. We will provide a tyvek hospital type wrist band to label your bag with your bib number. You will need your bib number showing when you drop off and pick-up your bag. Gear check is only available for athletes wearing bib numbers.

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Runner Safety:

This event takes place on city roads and sidewalks. There will be law enforcement or flaggers to help runners cross roads, but please be alert when you are running and pay attention to course officials at all crossings. Any runner using headphones should make sure their have only one headphone in their ear, or use bone conduction headphones. 

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Awards:

Awards will be distributed for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall for Male and Female for each distance. Age group awards will also be provided for 1st place in age groups. Age Groups: 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
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If you are not able to stay for your award, they can be shipped to you for a $10 shipping and handling fee.

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Finish Line:

The finish line will have water and snacks. Swag will be available to purchase. Portable toilets and hand washing stations will be available in the start / finish area.

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Virtual:

The Virtual Run sign up is available between August 21, 2024 - April 13, 2025. Virtual runners complete and submit their information anytime between April 4 - April 20, 2025 to the virtual results page located here.  Virtual runners will have their items mailed to them shortly after the live race (April 13, 2025).

Become a sponsor, get exposure, and elevate your brand.  We are always looking for new race sponsors. We offer a variety of cash and in-kind sponsorship opportunities. 

CLICK HERE to learn more about sponsorship.

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Contact Email:

info@nsplit.com

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Contact Text:

208-806-1311

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Mailing Address:

Negative Split
PO Box 4221
Spokane, WA, 99220

Aid Stations / Nutrition:

Aid Stations will be equipped with water and sports drink, GU gels, and gummy bear chews. Water will be provided at the starting line.
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A limited supply of First Aid will be located at all Aid Stations on each course, and at the Finish Line.
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Half Marathon: There will be SIX Aid Stations spaced every 2-3 miles.
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10K: There will be TWO Aid Stations.
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5K: There will be ONE Aid Station.
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There will be toilets at every aid station along the course.

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Runner Safety:

This event takes place on city roads and sidewalks. There will be law enforcement or flaggers to help runners cross roads, but please be alert when you are running and pay attention to course officials at all crossings. Any runner using headphones should make sure their have only one headphone in their ear, or use bone conduction headphones. 

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Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)

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10K (6.2 Miles)

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5K (3.1 Miles)

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Kids Fun Run (.44 Miles)

Do you want to help motivate your members and also promote your business?! 

Here is how it works:

1. Sign up for the race and create a team (your business name)
2. Earn perks for your business!

• If you get 5 members or more on your team, you get your logo posted on our website (with a call to action offer) and in runner emails
• If you get 20 members on your team, you get your logo posted on website + FREE booth space  at the event to promote your business

Email Amy with any questions!

 
Refer A Friend... Earn Money:

Say Whaaat? We love our runners and we love our runners that talk about our race! We want to reward runners that get their friends and family to register. Refer 5 friends and earn a $25 refund back from your registration. Keep referring friends and run for free!

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How To Start:

When you register for the race, you will get a confirmation email with a referral link in it. Share that referral link to your friends and family. Each time someone registers with that link, it will be tracked. Once 5 people register from that link, you will receive $25 back on the credit card you used to register. Don't stop there, keep referring friends and we will refund you $25 for every additional 5 friends that register.

Effective June 10, 2023
Refunds, Transfers, and Deferrals: 

Distance Transfers:

A participant may transfer their registration to another distance that is not full within the same race at any time before the end of packet pick-up (i.e. 5k to 10k). If there is a price difference between the distances, the participant is responsible for the increased cost of the new registration compared to the previous amount paid for their registration. The race will not issue a full or partial refund if the participant is stepping down in registration cost (i.e. half marathon to 5k). All distance transfers can be completed from the online registration page under your profile.

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Live and Virtual Transfers:

All  live races will also have a virtual race option for participants choosing to participate virtually for any reason. Participants may transfer between live and virtual events if they are not full at any time before the end of packet pick-up. If there is a price difference between the virtual and live race, the participant is responsible for the increased cost of the live race compared to the previous amount paid for the registration. The race will not issue a full or partial refund if the participant already paid a higher registration fee and is stepping down in price. All event type transfers can be completed from the online registration page under your profile.

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Person to Person Transfers:

Person to person transfers will be allowed at any time before the end of packet pick-up for a $10 fee. Person to person transfers are limited to the swag available at the time of the transfer. Shirt sizes are subject to quantities on hand at the time of the transfer. A person to person transfer can be completed from the online registration page under your profile.

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Race to Race Transfers: 

Participants will be able to transfer their registration to another Negative Split produced event that is not full for a $30 fee plus any price changes to the new event. Race to race transfers are only allowed once per registration and must be used less than 365 days from the original race date. Race to race transfers are limited to the swag available at the time of the transfer. Shirt sizes are subject to quantities on hand at the time of the transfer. If there is a price difference between the two races, the participant is responsible for the increased cost of the new registration compared to the previous amount paid for the registration. The race will not issue a full or partial refund if the participant already paid a higher registration fee and is stepping down in price.

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Deferrals:

Deferrals to the following year are not allowed. Participants are encouraged to either participate in a different distance, virtually, or in a different race.

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Refunds:

Due to the long-term nature of planning for events and the many pre-sunk costs upfront for the race organization, refunds will not be allowed.

2025 Race Results

The live race will be timed by Negative Split Event Timing with chip timing.  Each participant bib will contain a timing chip stuck to the back of the bib.  The timing chip will record your start and finish times based on when you cross the timing mats.  Please make sure your bib number is visible and on the outermost layer of your clothing and facing forward to guarantee the best chip reads while crossing our mats. Similarly, your bib number is used for photo identification for your race photos.

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Virtual Race Results

The Virtual Run sign up is available between August 21, 2024 - April 13, 2025. Virtual runners complete and submit their information anytime between April 4 - April 20, 2025 to the virtual results page located here.  Virtual runners will have their items mailed to them shortly after the live race (April 13, 2025).

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Past Results & Photos

View your past race results and photos here!

Race Start Location:

Riverfront Park, in the Central Plaza between the Howard St Bridge & Spokane Pavilion (Havermale Island, 574 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Parking:

Plenty of street parking near the park. Meters are free on Sunday. Paid parking is also available at River Park Square parking garage and surrounding paid lots.

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Best Cheering Spots:

Riverfront Park
Centennial Trail along Upriver Dr.

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Best way to get around:

Spokane has made it easy to get around! Uber, Lyft and even Lime Scooters and Bikes can take you anywhere you need to go!

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Places to Stay:

Davenport Grand:
Call for Pricing

The Davenport Grand offers new and historic, leisure and business hotel located right in the heart of downtown Spokane, Washington. It’s a collection that runs the gamut from classic to contemporary, full-size to boutique, and historic to modern. Guests can also enjoy luxurious spa, wedding and business facilities as well as some of the best dining in Spokane.

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Ruby River Inn:
Call for Pricing

Locally owned and operated by Ruby Hospitality, the Ruby River Hotel features eight acres of plush river front property.  A gem in the heart of the city, the Ruby River Hotel is an unexpected urban retreat, welcoming both locals and travelers to the Spokane area for generations. With 245 over-sized guest room and suites, 3,000+ square feet of flexible meeting and event space, two outdoor pools, tennis court and onsite dining, the Ruby River Hotel is the ideal hotel choice in Spokane, Washington.

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Additional Places to Stay:
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Hampton Inn & Suites Spokane Valley (16418 E Indiana Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216)
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Residence Inn by Marriott East Spokane Valley (15915 E Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99216)
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Spokane City Center (322 N Spokane Falls Ct, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Oxford Suites Spokane (115 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Morning Coffee Spots: 

Ladder Coffee Roasters Valley (13105 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216)
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Cozy Coffee & Bistro (514 N Barker Rd, Spokane Valley, WA 99016)
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Atticus Coffee (222 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Indaba Coffee (210 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Good for Breakfast: 

Panera Bread (15716 E Indiana Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216)
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Krispy Kreme (15401 E Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99216)
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Peoples Waffle (15 S Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Bruncheonette (1011 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Weekend Fun:

Mobius Science Center (331 N Post St, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture (2316 W 1st Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Manito Park (1702 S Grand Blvd, Spokane, WA 99203)

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Bars & Nightlife:

Zola (22 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Borracho (211 N Division St, Spokane, WA 99202)
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Backyard Public House (1811 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Saranac Public House (21 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)

Choose between three race distances in beautiful Spokane, WA. Shirts and Medals are only guaranteed for participants registering more than 10 days before the race. Shirts and Medals are on a first come first serve basis for those registering less than 10 days before. If you are able to select a shirt size in registration, you will get a shirt. Once shirt sizes are sold out they will no longer be available in registration.

Registration Includes:

• Stylish finisher t-shirt
• Custom finisher medal
• Chip timing
• Epic views of Downtown Spokane
• Gear check
• Well supported aid stations along course
• Finisher snacks

Upgrade your swag by adding a commemorative hoodie during registration.

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Pricing:

Half Marathon

• 08/21/24 - 09/15/24: $75
• 09/16/24  - 11/15/24: $90
• 11/16/25 - 01/15/25: $100
• 01/16/25 - 03/15/25: $110
• 03/16/25 - 04/12/25: $125

10K

• 08/21/24 - 09/15/24: $45
• 09/16/24  - 11/15/24: $55
• 11/16/25 - 01/15/25: $60
• 01/16/25 - 03/15/25: $65
• 03/16/25 - 04/12/25: $75

5K

• 08/21/24 - 09/15/24: $35
• 09/16/24  - 11/15/24: $40
• 11/16/25 - 01/15/25: $45
• 01/16/25 - 03/15/25: $50
• 03/16/25 - 04/12/25: $55

Kids Fun Run

• 08/21/24 - 04/13/25: $25

Virtual Run

• 08/21/24 - 04/13/25: $45

The Virtual Run sign up is available between August 21, 2024 - April 13, 2025. Virtual runners complete and submit their information anytime between April 4 - April 20, 2025 to the virtual results page located here.  Virtual runners will have their items mailed to them shortly after the live race (April 13, 2025).

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