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Frequently Asked Questions
 

When does Registration open? February 14, 2012- Valentine's Day.

When does Registration close? Online registration will close September 12, 2012 at midnight.

Can I switch race distances after I have signed up? Yes, you can at the Expo. There will be no refunds. If you move up in distance please be prepared to pay the price difference.

I know a guy who wants to sign-up and run in the race. Are guys allowed? Yes, as long as he wears a pink tutu, garter belt or boa...his choice! Well, OK pink socks or a pink shirt will do just fine too. We promise not to pull him off the course :)

Can I pick up someone else's race packet? Yes, as long as you have permission from that person. Written permission not required.

Can I pick up my race packet on race day? No, you must pick it up at the Expo unless pre arranged. We understand that some people are coming from out of town. Contact us.

How does team packet pick up work? We have changed the team packet pick up this year. Each team member can pick up their packet individually or multiple packets can be picked up at once. All participant's packets (including members of a team) will be sorted individually by last name. If you are picking up multiple packets, please be prepared with the participants last name. The team captain is not required to be present to pick up packets.

What time does the race start? The Half Marathon & 10K will start at 8:45 AM on 9th and Market. The Little Girl 1K starts at 11:45 at Thea's Park.

Can I start the half marathon early? No, there is one start time.

Will there be professional photographers on the course? Yes. Our official photographer is from On The Run Events.

Is the race chip timed? Yes. Chip start, chip finish. Timing provided by Rogue Multi-Sport Timing Services.

How many miles is the Half Marathon? 13.1 Miles

How many miles is the 10K? 6.2 Miles

Can you walk the Half Marathon? Yes. You must be able to maintain a 18 minute pace to complete the course in the allotted time of 4 hours. If you have not finished in 4 hours, the course will be open to traffic and you must move to the sidewalk and obey all pedestrian laws. The timing mats will remain at the finish until the last participant has come in.

Can you walk the 10K? Yes

Where can I park? See parking options on the Parking/Shuttle page

How far is the Start from the Finish line? About 3/4 of a mile.

Is there a gear check at the start? Yes, located next to the start line. Your gear will be transported to the finish area for you to pick up when you finish.

Are there porta potties at the start? Yes and plenty of them! There will also be porta potties at each water stop along the course.

Can I wear headphones during the race? Yes, be safe and don't turn them up so loud that you can't hear volunteers or police. We recommend leaving one head phone out of one ear.

Will there be pacers? Yes, by the Half Fanatics! Find out more information.

Will there be energy gel on the course?
Yes, GU electrolyte gel will be on the course at approximately mile 7.3. GU2O will be offered at each water stop as an electrolyte replacement drink.

Are strollers allowed on the course? Yes, strollers are allowed and so are wheelchairs. But no roller blades, skateboards, dogs (unless guide dogs), or bicycles (expect for course marshals or lead cyclists).

Are we missing something? Please let us know and we will gladly make the addition. Email HERE<<

   
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