 Racers in the corrals before the Tampa Hot Chocolate 5K in December 2017. Disclaimer: I'm promoting the Hot Chocolate 15K as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews Countdown to the Starting LineGet ready to run in Tampa on Sunday, December 16th! The race begins at the Tampa Convention Center. Packet pickup happens at the Expo on Saturday. Race Start Times and CorralsStart Times: 5k - 7:00AM 15k - 7:45AM Corral Assignments: Check your email for a link to your RAM Racing account. View your registration to find your corral. Then, visit the Corral Information page to find out your wave. All the info you need is in the Participant Guide online. Parking DetailsFind details on parking locations for the expo and race at https://www.tampagov.net/tcc/parking. Expo and Packet Pickup: Sat., Dec. 15, 10 to 6Tampa Convention Center East Hall 333 S Franklin Street, Tampa, FL 33602 Enjoy chocolate samples, peruse the vendor booths, and pickup your swag at the expo. Get in some holiday shopping while you're there. Plenty of Hot Chocolate branded gear and clothing and vendor goods will be on display. Special race deals, too! Vendors: AARP Community Programs, Ameriprise Financial, Bondi Band, Clearwater Running Festival, Gulf Coast Gourmet Foods, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, LASIK Vision Institute, Medsense Massagers, OIC Advance, Power Home Remodeling, Topgolf Sponsors: Allstate, nuun Charity: Make-A-Wish® IMPORTANT: No Race Day Packet PickupThere is no race-day packet pickup. You can have a friend pick up your packet if you can't make it on Saturday. #HCBRTAMPA18 #HCTAMPA #HotChocolate15K #HotChocolate5K #RunTampa #RunStPete #BibChat
Fact: Racing is Better with ChocolateWhen you race in a Hot Chocolate 15K or 5K you get all the chocolate! There's chocolate at the expo and packet pickup. Chocolate on the course! And a chocolate finisher's cup filled with delicious hot chocolate, chocolate fondue, and lots of dippable goodies. 15K finishers get a chocolate bar medal! Disclaimer: I'm promoting the Hot Chocolate 15K as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews  Runners who finish the 15K course receive a Tampa-specific medal along with their finisher's cup and hoodie. 5K finishers receive the hoodie and finishers cup. Final Price Increase is Dec. 2 at Midnight
Check Out What Hot Chocolate Runners Get:
Course Map and Aid Stations on Tampa Course Check out the race course and aid stations. 5K starts at 7 am. 15K begins at 7:45 am. Add SWAG to Your Pickup Bag with My CodeDon't forget to use code: BRHCTampa18 when you register to score a BONUS phone armband holder with the Hot Chocolate logo. Keep your phone safe while you run. Register online before Sunday, 12/2 at midnight to save cash! IMPORTANT: Packet Pickup DetailsPacket pickup is on Saturday, December 15, 2018 - 10am to 6pm at the Tampa Convention Center.
Come to the Hot Chocolate Expo to pick up your packet, which includes a race day bib and goodie bag. If you can't make it to any of the Expo, a friend or family member can pick up your race day necessities. They must have a copy of everyone's registration confirmation. Five packets per person max, please! If you're picking up race packets for others, please be sure to let them know that you've done so! Due to the sheer volume of Hot Chocolate Tampa participants, there is no race day packet pick-up. See You at the Sweetest Starting Line Dec. 16th!#HCTampaBR #BibChat #BibRavePro #WillRunForChocolate #RunStPete #runchat #RunSarasota #RunTampa #RunBrandon #RunBradenton #RunTampaBay #15K #5K #DiscountCode #RaceCode #BonusCode #RaceSWAG
Take a look at where you'll be running for chocolate in Tampa on December 16, 2019. The map below shows the #HotChocolate15K and 5K courses.
Don’t forget: You get BONUS SWAG when you use "BRHCTAMPA18" at registration. The code gets you an exclusive #HC15K armband phone holder at packet pickup. Register here: http://www.hotchocolate15k.com/tampa
#HCTampaBR #BibChat #BibRavePro #WillRunForChocolate #RunStPete #runchat #RunSarasota #RunTampa #RunBrandon #RunBradenton #RunTampaBay #15K #5K #DiscountCode #RaceCode #BonusCode #RaceSWAG Sign Up Before Midnight on October 14th
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Register now if you plan to run for chocolate in #Tampa during the Hot Chocolate 15k or 5K on Dec. 16, 2018. The price goes up at midnight tonight!
Use my BONUS Code: BRHCTAMPA18 to score a #HC15K armband holder at packet pickup. All finishers get a great zip front hoodie and chocolate finisher's cup. 15K finishers get the medal shown above. Register early to save some cash: http://www.hotchocolate15k.com/tampa. Don't forget to download your FREE McMillan 15k training plan. See you at the starting line! #HCTampaBR #BibChat #BibRavePro #WillRunForChocolate #RunStPete #runchat #RunSarasota #RunTampa #RunBrandon #RunBradenton #RunTampaBay #15K #5K #DiscountCode #RaceCode #BonusCode #RaceSWAG Need Help Training for the December 15K?The Hot Chocolate 15K #Tampa has you covered. When you register to run you receive a FREE 12-week training plan. (That's perfect timing from RIGHT NOW!) The plan is by McMillian Running. It's tailored to match the pace you submit at registration.  The training plan has tips, advice, and 12 weeks of training. You can modify it to fit your needs. Disclaimer: I'm promoting the Hot Chocolate 15K as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews Use Code: BRHCTAMPA18 for Another Bonus!Use code BRHCTAMPA18 for a BONUS #HC15K phone armband holder below. Read more details on the --> Hot Chocolate armband.
The Hot Chocolate Tampa 2018 Race CourseTake a peek at the race course for the #HC15K and #HC5k this year. As you can see below, you'll run on Bayshore Drive next to Tampa Bay. It's a beautiful time of year, and a scenic course!  (Photo credit: Ram Racing) See the Rest of Your Hot Chocolate 15K SWAGNope, free training plan and phone holder are just the start. Click the link to see the rest of the goodies you'll get with your Hot Chocolate racing experience. Register Before the Price Increases on Oct. 14Visit: hotchocolate15k.com/tampa to register and see the rest of the race details!
Run for Chocolate December 16, 2018 in TampaIf you want a fun race with lots of chocolate, great runner swag, and a beautiful location, sign up for the Allstate Hot Chocolate 15K & 5K in Tampa! Every runner receives the zip front hoodie, on course chocolate, finishers cup of goodies, and a post race party. 15K finishers also score the city-specific medal. Use my code to add more to your goodie bag. BRHCTAMPA18 gets you a #HC15K/5K branded armband phone holder. Register with the code and it will be waiting for you at packet pickup. Take a look at all the race awesomeness below, then sign up before the next price increase.
See You at the Starting Line!#HC15K #HotChocolate15k #HC5K #HotChocolate5k #HCTampaBR #BibChat #BibRavePro #WillRunForChocolate #AllstateHotChocolate #SpreadingTheChocolateLove #RunTampa #RunStPete #RunSarasota #RunBrandon #RunBradenton #RunSafetyHarbor #RunTampaBay #RunFlorida #15K #DecemberRace #FloridaRaces
Each year the Allstate Hot Chocolate 15K/5K offers bonus swag to runners who sign up early using a code. Last year it was a soft grey baseball cap with the HC15K logo. This year it's a phone holder armband. I received a HC15K armband phone holder to test. I took it out for a run the other day, and I like it. I've been worried about carrying my phone in my pocket in the high temps this summer. I'm afraid it'll overheat and malfunction. So, lately I've held my phone in my hand to keep it cool while I run. But I don't like holding my phone while I run. That's why I was happy to test running with my phone in an armband. I think it stayed cooler. And I didn't have to hold it. That's a win-win to me. The Hot Chocolate 15K/5K in Tampa is Dec. 16If you'd like a phone armband with the HC15K logo on it, register for the Tampa Hot Chocolate race on Sunday, Dec. 16th with the code: BRHCTAMPA18. Your new armband phone holder will be waiting for you at packet pickup. Keep reading for more details on the armband and it's features. It's nice (and FREE) runner SWAG.  Disclaimer: I'm promoting the Hot Chocolate 15K as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews
 The reflective stripe around the front is a nice touch. It's always good to sparkle at night. Register with "BRHCTampa18" for Bonus SWAG!Register at: https://www.hotchocolate15k.com/tampa. The next price increase is October 14th, so don't wait! #HC15K #HotChocolateTampa #HC15KTampa #HC5K #RunTampa #RunStPete #RunBradenton #RunTampaBay #RunBrandon #RunSarasota #RunFlorida #WillRunForChocolate #HCTAMPABR #BibChat #SpreadingTheChocolateLove
Watch and See What You Get This Year!Check out the official SWAG for the Allstate @HotChocolate15K and 5K in Tampa! Come run in Tampa on Dec. 16, 2018. All 15K and 5K racers receive the full-zip hoodie. It comes in merlot for women and black for men. 15K and 5K runners get:
If you complete the 15k, you'll get a city-specific medal! Want more? Use code BRHCTAMPA18 when you register to score the official Hot Chocolate armband phone holder! Claim your swag and register hotchocolate15k.com today! Price goes up Oct. 14! Disclaimer: I'm promoting the Hot Chocolate 15K as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews
The Legacy Experience Gives People Who Run Consecutive Hot Chocolate Races MORE SWAGIf you run 3, 5 or 10 consecutive #HotChocolate races (either distance) you're eligible for some awesome super #LegacySWAG! Check out the graphic below to see the goods! Visit hotchocolate15k.com/legacy for the delicious details! 
#WillRunForChocolate #RamRacing #HotChocolate15K #HotChocolate5K #CouponCode #DiscountCode #BibChat #ThisOldRunner #BibRavePro #RunStPete #RunTampa #RunSarasota #RunBrandon #RunBradenton #RunPinellas #RunHillsborough #RunPasco #RunTampaBay #RunforChocolate #SpreadingTheChocolateLove
Bonus Sunglasses at Pumpkins in the Park 5KWhen you register for the @RamRacing Pumpkins in the Park 5K with the code: "BRPUMPKINS" you'll score the bonus sunglasses shown below.
Disclaimer: I’m promotion the Pumpkins in the Park 5K and Hot Chocolate 15K as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews! A Costume Idea for All AgesYou'll get your bonus sunglasses at packet pickup. Why not use them as part of your costume? Here's a suggestion that works for runners of all ages — 3 Blind Mice! Remember, Pumpkins in the Park has a costume contest each year. The Clif Kids Spooky Sprints for kids 12 and under is at 2:30 pm. The 5K follows at 4:00 pm.  Source: The Mercury News  Source: Legendary Costumes Allstate Hot Chocolate 15K Bonus Phone Holder
The zip-front jackets are burgundy and black this year. The fully-supported 5K and 15K races offer hydration and more chocolate on course. Every 5K and 15K finishers receives a custom cup filled with hot chocolate, fondue and dippable goodies at the finish! All participants get the zip-front jacket and post-race party. Only the 15K finishers receive the city-specific Tampa medal. Get Bonus Hot Chocolate SWAG with CodeWhen you register for the Tampa Hot Chocolate 5K or 15K use code “BRHCTampa18” to score the BONUS armband phone holder shown above. You'll get it at packet pickup! This is the 3rd year for the Tampa race. If you've run each year, you're eligible for Legacy perks. #PumpkinsBR #BRPumpkins #PumpkinsinthePark5K #HCTAMPABR #HC15K #HC5K #HotChocolateTampa #BibChat #BibRavePro #RamRacing #DiscountCode #CouponCode #RaceCode #DiscountRace #RunforChocolate #
Did You Vote for New #HC15K #HC5K SWAG?All runners in Fall 2018- Winter 2019 Allstate Hot Chocolate 15K/5K receive this cozy full zip jacket in their goodie bag! The colors were chosen after several days of voting by previous participants and the public.  The 2018-2019 Allstate Hot Chocolate 15k/5k goodie bag! The men's full zip hoodie jacket will be black; women's will be merlot. The sleeves have thumbholes. There are 2 zippered front pockets. Want a Bonus? Use code: TAMPAKAREN18 for Extra SWAG in Your Goodie Bag!Who doesn't like free stuff?!? Use my code: TAMPAKAREN18 when you register for the TAMPA race on December 16, 2018. You'll receive a bonus gift at packet pickup. Last year it was a #HC15K cap. I'll let you know this year's bonus SWAG as soon as it's announced. Register Early for the Best Price to Run in Tampa on December 16, 2018!
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