Pittsfield Independence Day Race 1986
Race Information:
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Date of Race: July 4, 1986
Location: Pittsfield, MA
Race Type: Road Run
Promoter: Berkshire Medical Center
Sponsor: Berkshire Medical Center
Scoring By: Northeast Sport Timing Service
Weather: Gray skies and cool, high 60's
Recurring Race: Independence Day Road Race
Results: Partial (from Berkshire Eagle, July 5 1986)
Race Description:
1986 was the inaugural race of the soon-to-be classic Pittsfield Independence Day 5k road race. The turnout of 256 was a pleasant surprise, drawing not only seasoned veterans, but many first-time racers. By account of the Berkshire Eagle, the 1986 Independence Day Parade saw the largest turnout ever (up to that point), which likely contributed to the higher-than-expected race turnout.