The Flash 12K/6K - The Flash 6K
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External Event
Distance
3.7 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
*** You must sign up by 11:59 p.m. Monday, February 2, 2026 if you want a shirt. See Race in Facebook Events (link above) to add your name to the Shirt Waiting List if you missed the deadline. *** The 38th Annual FLASH 12K/6K is run in memory of Tim Simpkins, Gulf Winds Track Club's original Superhero. Read David Yon's story here: www.tallahassee.com/story/news/2014/02/16/yon-column-a-heart-beats-on-for-tim-simpkins-/5526155/. The Flash 12K AND 6K are GWTC GRAND PRIX Races this year! Visit the GWTC Grand Prix Website for confirmation! Rob Klepper is the Race Director. We have a Core Team that provides him support. Text 850-933-8762 or email Rob Klepper with any questions.
Typical conditions
For events around February 2027 in St Marks, FL, United States: Typical mid-winter / cooler season in this region — dress in layers and check the official page for weather-related changes.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in St Marks, FL, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
Know a local group? Host a community run in St Marks
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