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The Polar Bear Winter Classic is a historic road race in Indianapolis, organized by SJC Racing. Known as one of the city's oldest races, it features diverse race options, including opportunities to combine events for additional challenge. Participants receive medals and a winter hat, with an option to purchase themed Nike apparel. The event maintains its tradition of offering cash prizes and age group awards across all formats. Ideal for endurance sport enthusiasts, it is celebrated for its unique challenge and the spirit of community it fosters. More details on post-race festivities will be announced.
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5K Run Walk
22 Feb, 2025 (Sat) - 08:30
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5 km
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The Bear (5K + 5 Mile = both races)
22 Feb, 2025 (Sat) - 08:30
Running
13.05 km
Solo
On site
Road
5 Mile Run Walk
22 Feb, 2025 (Sat) - 09:15
Running
5 mi
Solo
On site
Road
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Results 2019: Indy Polar Bear 5K and 5 Mile
18 Feb, 2019 (Mon)
The Bear (5K + 5 Mil")
Caleb Kerr grinded past more than 459 runners to win in 00:40:52. Tom Anderson secured second in this year’s race with a time of 00:40:57. Kevin Gries (00:43:09) made notched third place.
For the women, it was Becca Downs (00:49:38) taking the top spot, followed by Kristina Tabor who finished with a time of 00:52:38. Finishing third was Ashley Kasten (00:53:05).
Top 5 Men
1
Caleb Kerr
00:40:52
2
Tom Anderson
00:40:57
3
Kevin Gries
00:43:09
4
Eric Van Winkle
00:43:44
5
Mark Weghorst
00:45:21
Top 5 Women
1
Becca Downs
00:49:38
2
Kristina Tabor
00:52:38
3
Ashley Kasten
00:53:05
4
Chassity Mays
00:53:22
5
Alisha Wargel
00:53:46
Complete results
5 Mile
Caleb Kerr took top honours by finishing the race in 00:40:52. He finished 5 seconds ahead of Tom Anderson. The third place went to Kevin Gries with a time of 00:43:09
For the women, Becca Downs took top honours by finishing the race in 00:49:38 . She bested Kristina Tabor who crossed the finish line 3 minutes behind her. Rounding out the top three was Ashley Kasten with a time of 00:53:05.
Top 5 Men
1
Caleb Kerr
00:40:52
2
Tom Anderson
00:40:57
3
Kevin Gries
00:43:09
4
Eric Van Winkle
00:43:44
5
Mark Weghorst
00:45:21
Top 5 Women
1
Becca Downs
00:49:38
2
Kristina Tabor
00:52:38
3
Ashley Kasten
00:53:05
4
Chassity Mays
00:53:22
5
Alisha Wargel
00:53:46
Complete results
5K
Caleb Kerr outpaced more then 951 runners to win in 00:40:52, followed by Tom Anderson who finished with a time of 00:40:57. Finishing third was Kevin Gries (00:43:09).
In the women’s race, it was Becca Downs (00:49:38) taking the top spot, followed by Kristina Tabor who finished with a time of 00:52:38. Rounding out the top three was Ashley Kasten with a time of 00:53:05.
Top 5 Men
1
Caleb Kerr
00:40:52
2
Tom Anderson
00:40:57
3
Kevin Gries
00:43:09
4
Eric Van Winkle
00:43:44
5
Mark Weghorst
00:45:21
Top 5 Women
1
Becca Downs
00:49:38
2
Kristina Tabor
00:52:38
3
Ashley Kasten
00:53:05
4
Chassity Mays
00:53:22
5
Alisha Wargel
00:53:46
Complete results
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