Polar Bear Winter Classic

Indianapolis, IN, USA
22 Feb, 2025 (Sat)

Running

5 km, 5 mi, 13.05 km

About the event

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.

Races offered by this event

You have 12 weeks to prepare

5K Run Walk

22 Feb, 2025 (Sat) - 08:30
Running
5 km
Solo
On site
Road

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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