Running
Half Marathon
21.1 km
Start: Oct 19, 03:30 AM
Pre-registration Half Marathon: 85.00 EUR
Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half Marathon and 5K
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Road runs in United States, Kinston
Distances
Running
5K
5 km
Start: Oct 18, 04:00 AM
Pre-registration 5K: 45.00 EUR
About
The annual Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half Marathon & 5K, brought to you by Ironclad Races Inc. and title sponsor Mother Earth Brewing. Proceeds benefit local nonprofits and charities, with races held in historic Kinston, NC.
Catering & aid stations
Aid stations every 2 miles: Station 1/mile 2 – water and Tailwinds; Station 2/mile 4 – water and Tailwinds; Station 3/mile 6 – water, Tailwinds and limited GU; Station 4/mile 8 – water, Tailwinds and limited GU; Station 5/mile 10 – water, Tailwinds and limited GU; Station 6/mile 12 – water and Tailwinds.
Pacers
The half marathon starts at 7:30 am, followed by a final race brief at 7:10 am. The 5K starts at 8:00 am with a final race brief at 7:45 am. Pacemaker groups operate on the course for the half marathon; refer to the event site for specific pacer/target times per start wave.
Results
View official resultsSurface mix
- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in Kinston
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan52°36°
↑ 07:20
↓ 17:21
Feb56°38°
↑ 06:58
↓ 17:53
Mar63°44°
↑ 07:21
↓ 19:19
Apr72°53°
↑ 06:38
↓ 19:44
May79°61°
↑ 06:07
↓ 20:09
Jun85°69°
↑ 05:56
↓ 20:28
Jul88°73°
↑ 06:08
↓ 20:26
Aug86°71°
↑ 06:31
↓ 20:00
Sep81°67°
↑ 06:54
↓ 19:19
Oct73°56°
↑ 07:18
↓ 18:36
Nov63°46°
↑ 06:47
↓ 17:05
Dec56°39°
↑ 07:13
↓ 17:00
Sign up now
Register on the official organiser website.
Sign up nowWhat's included in entry
- Race bib
- Performance T-shirt
- Custom finisher's medal
- Event goody bag
Prices & signup
- Half Marathon85.00 EUR
- 5K45.00 EUR
FAQ
Where can I find information about race day details?
Race book released closer to event - emailed to runners & linked below.
Will there be shirts for runners?
Yes. Shirts will be on a terrific soft performance shirt that you will love!
What do the medals look like for the 5k?
See below for our fabulous 5k finisher medals!
Where can I find course maps for the races?
2025 Half marathon route (note change due to construction.)
If I am unable to attend the race, can the race committee mail my race shirt, finisher’s medal, finisher’s award or bib?
We are so sorry, but we are unable to mail race shirts as well as finisher’s medals and awards because individuals must earn these by completing the course on race day within the designated amount of time. This rule helps us to keep the race affordable for runners and allow us the opportunity to maintaining our mission of donating to local nonprofits.
How do I register for the Half Marathon or 5K?
Registration for the Half Marathon can be found at https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=33953&eventId=352627 Registration for the 5K can be found at https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=33953&eventId=352628
What are the race start times?
The half marathon starts at 7:30 am. The 5k starts at 8:00 am.
What are the cutoff times for the races?
The half marathon cut off time is 3.5 hours. The 5k race has no cut off time, but we ask that you maintain a 20-minute pace for the first 1.5 miles.
Where and what time is packet pickup?
Packet pickup will be at the Mother Earth Brewing Tap Room on Friday night before race day from 5:00-9:00 pm and on race day at Grainger Stadium from 6:15-7:15 am.
Will there be registration available on race day?
No registration is available on race day.
Will there be a race brief available?
A race brief with details will be sent via email to all runners the week of the race. There will also be a final race brief on race day in front of the stadium at 7:15 am for the half marathon and at 7:45 am for the 5k.
What will be available at the aid stations?
Aid Stations are every 2 miles.Station 1/mile 2 – water and TailwindsStation 2/mile 4 – water and TailwindsStation 3/mile 6 – water, Tailwinds and limited supply of GUStation 4/mile 8 – water, Tailwinds and limited supply of GUStation 5/mile 10 – water, Tailwinds and limited supply of GUStation 6/mile 12 – water and Tailwinds
What are the age groups for the awards?
Overall awards are based off the cannon start. Age group awards will be based on chip time. 5k: Top 3 M overall, Top 3 F overall, Top 3 M plus top 3 F overall in age groups: 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & over Half: Top 3 M overall, Top 3 F overall, Top 3 M plus top 3 F overall in age groups: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & over Age group awards can be picked up at the awards table. No age group awards will be mailed.
Will there be photographers on the course?
Yes! We will have photographers throughout the course as well as in the stadium before and after the race. Our pictures are all FREE for the taking from our website and our Facebook page soon after race day. So get your smile on!
Can I transfer events (such as half marathon to the 5k or the 5k to the half marathon)?
Yes, however there is a deadline of October 10th and participants are asked to manage this by following this link and going to their profile in Run Sign Up: https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062922-transfer-to-another-event
Can I defer my entry to next year’s race?
Yes, however there is a deadline of October 10th and participants are asked to manage this by following this link and going to their profile in Run Sign Up: https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062915-defer-registration-claim-deferral
Can I transfer my bib to another person?
Yes, however there is a deadline of October 10th and participants ate asked to manage this by following this link and going to their profile in Run Sign Up: https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000063217—transfer-a-registration-to-another-person-bib-exchange
Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:52:47 PM
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