The Rock & Comet 12k/5k

Join us on 08/30/2024

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The Rock & Comet 12k/5k Race Description

The Rock & Comet 12k/5k is an awesome course traveling along one of the most scenic sections of the Silver Comet Trail, with the 12k taking you through the spectacular 800-foot long Brushy Mountain Tunnel!

The Rock & Comet 12k/5k is part of the Greater Atlanta Run Series. Please visit www.GreaterAtlantaAthletes.com for full details on The Rock & Comet 12k/5k, as well as the entire Greater Atlanta Run Series.


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    The Rock & Comet 12k/5k Where & When

  • Location: Rockmart, GA 30153
  • Race Date: 2018/08/30 12:00:00 AM (Thursday)
  • Categories:
    • 12k
    • 5k
    • Virtual 12k

The Rock & Comet 12k/5k Reviews

4.9 - 7 reviews

Review The Rock & Comet 12k/5k

Most Helpful Review
5.0/5
Course: 5.0/5
Organization: 5.0/5
Scenic race, easy course

I've never been to this part of Georgia and it was fun to run this part of the Silver Comet Trail! This year I did the 5k, but next year I will do the 12k so I can see the tunnel. I am a very slow runner and usually finish last, but I always feel welcome at the Greater Atlanta Athlete races! I signed up for the whole series this year and each one is so fun! Thank you Race Director Paul and all the wonderful volunteers who make these events great.

most helpful race review Julie H. 1/1 found this review helpful.

5.0/5
Course: 5.0/5
Organization: 5.0/5
2018 Race Review
Review On:2018-05-13 17:02:30
Scenic race, easy course

I've never been to this part of Georgia and it was fun to run this part of the Silver Comet Trail! This year I did the 5k, but next year I will do the 12k so I can see the tunnel. I am a very slow runner and usually finish last, but I always feel welcome at the Greater Atlanta Athlete races! I signed up for the whole series this year and each one is so fun! Thank you Race Director Paul and all the wonderful volunteers who make these events great.

verified participant race review Julie H. has attended 1 times
1/1 found this review helpful.
5.0/5
Course: 5.0/5
Organization: 5.0/5
2015 Race Review
Review On:2015-06-08 16:54:06
Fantastic Race

The Rock & Comet 12k was fantastic. The venue and course are absolutely top-shelf, the organization and support were even better. Year 1 was so delightful I can't wait for Year 2. Great Job GAA!

Dale K. has attended 1 times
0/0 found this review helpful.
4.5/5
Course: 4.0/5
Organization: 4.5/5
2015 Race Review
Review On:2015-06-11 02:58:57
Fun and challenging race

The Rock & Comet 12K was a great event on a far less traveled section of the Silver Comet Trail. Hopefully more people will make the trip to Rockmart next year, it's definitely worth it. Great organization, enthusiastic leadership, nice shirt. Slightly long course and very long award ceremony only disruptions to a great morning.

verified participant race review Matt C. has attended 1 times
0/0 found this review helpful.
5.0/5
Course: 4.5/5
Organization: 4.5/5
2016 Race Review
Review On:2016-05-14 12:43:15
Great Race

My granddaughter and I ran the 12K and both of us enjoyed the 12K course. The shirts are beautiful. Awards are nice-looking, unique & we plan to frame the posters. The awards ceremony moved right along. We plan to run this Series. Thanks for a beautiful & fun day. Jackie & Allyson.

Jackie P. has attended 1 times
0/0 found this review helpful.
4.5/5
Course: 4.5/5
Organization: 5.0/5
2016 Race Review
Review On:2016-05-16 14:04:13
Rock & Comet 12K

Beautiful course, great pictures, very responsive organizers both pre- and post-race (to emails, etc.). Very organized race. A few suggestions for a perfect experience: Start the 5K 15 minutes later than the 12K, use the microphone for the awards, use the built-in raffle tickets from the bibs for the door prizes- fair, quick, easy- indicate on the container that you must stay through the 12K awards to be eligible to win. There were no volunteers at either turnaround (5K or 12K).

Leslie J. has attended 1 times
0/0 found this review helpful.
5.0/5
Course: 5.0/5
Organization: 5.0/5
2017 Race Review
Review On:2017-05-13 20:00:07
Rock & Comet 5k

I enjoyed the 5k run and the fast downhill finish. The course is scenic and comfortable on the smooth surface. The many vendors are always great and setup nicely in the shade of the park. Elite Timing does a great job with times and announcements and the photography provided is always fantastic. Awards are outstanding and unique. Many loyal volunteers and runners .... just great people makes for great running experience. A memorable race !! Good post race nutrition too.

verified participant race review Paul F. has attended 1 times
0/0 found this review helpful.
5.0/5
Course: 5.0/5
Organization: 5.0/5
2018 Race Review
Review On:2018-05-13 18:28:37
Excellent Race; beautiful views, even route

The race organizers are excellent, started on time and gave great instructions. The site was so tranquil, easy to find and clean. Local law enforcement were so helpful and friendly!

verified participant race review Gene G. has attended 0 times
0/0 found this review helpful.

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Rockmart, GA Weather

The Rock & Comet 12k/5k weather history
  • Based on a 5 year average and a race date of August 30th, Rockmart, GA can expect temperatures between 64℉ and 79℉ with humidity around 79% and precipitation of 0.16".
    Last year the weather condition was Partly cloudy.
  • Rockmart, GA current weather
  • Clouds 65.2℉ Clouds

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