Full Marathon Race Information
Date: Sunday, January 19, 2014
Location: Carlsbad, California • Westfield Plaza Camino Real
Marathon Start Time:
6:15 a.m. Marathon Start
Course time limit - 6 hours (13:44-minute-mile pace)
Entry Limit: 2,000
Time Limits:
All full marathon participants who are unable to maintain the required 13:44-minute-mile pace will be redirected at Carlsbad Boulevard/Hwy 101 and Carlsbad Village Drive to the finish line via an alternate route. These participants will be using the sidewalk and will be considered pedestrians. The diverted route will be marked and supported, and will equal the full marathon distance.
Registration Fees:
$95 - Until June 15
$115 - June 16 to August 15
$125 - After August 15
Bib Number/Timing Tag:
We use the ChronoTrack's B-Tag. The B-tag is a disposable tag that is mounted on your bib number. To ensure an accurate time, race bibs must be clearly visible on the front of the torso and not covered by outer apparel, unaltered and unmodified (do not fold or wrinkle) and pinned in all four corners. Please note that bib numbers will not be mailed out. They must be picked up in person at the Health & Lifestyle Expo. Be prepared to show your photo ID to claim your bib number. Bib numbers are nontransferable* and irreplaceable if lost, and entry fees are nonrefundable* (see below for only exceptions). Click here to learn more about the Expo.
Cancellation Policy:
*All entry fees are NONREFUNDABLE and NONTRANSFERABLE with the following exceptions ONLY:
Active duty military members who are unable to participate because they are unexpectedly deployed may choose to either defer their entry to the following year's race or receive a refund less a $15 administration fee. Email request with a copy of orders to ellen@inmotionevents.com no later than 10 days prior to event day.
Any registered participant may transfer his or her entry to another person. To transfer a confirmed entry, the new registrant must complete and return the transfer form and letter of authorization from the previous registrant along with a transfer fee of $20. Please note that the Carlsbad Marathon does not maintain a wait list. Registered participant is responsible for finding the transferee and making sure the transfer is completed prior to the deadline of January 3.
Race Shirt:Every marathon participant will receive a beautiful, top-quality, long-sleeve finisher's shirt. Shirts must be picked up at the Health & Lifestyle Expo during regular Expo hours. They will not be mailed. While we will do all we can to ensure you receive the shirt size you request, unfortunately we cannot make any guarantees. Click here to learn more about the Expo including the Expo dates and times.
Race Day Gear Check:
Participants may leave their gear at the Gear Check tent located near the Expo tent. To check your gear, place your items in a well-marked bag with your bib number written legibly on it and securely tied. The Carlsbad Marathon is not liable for any lost, stolen, or damaged items. Do not check any valuables (i.e., cell phones, car keys, jewelery, etc.) Gear bags not picked up on Race day will be donated to a local charity.
Awards:
In recognition of their accomplishment, all Marathon finishers will receive a beautiful medal after completing the marathon. In addition the awards will be presented at the post-race awards ceremony to the following: The first three finishers, male and female, in the following age groups: 17 & under, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80+. A special military division will award the top 3 active duty military finishers, male and female in the following age groups: 29 & under, 30-39, and 40+. Please note: age group awards will be based on net chip time and prize money will be based on clock time.
Water Stations/Course Support:
Keep yourself hydrated! Fully staffed and equipped water stations will be positioned along the course (approximately every mile beginning at mile 2) with plenty of water and portable toilets. Ultima Replenisher will be served at approximately mile 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22 and 24 and gel will be available at approximately mile 4, 8, 13, 15, 17, 19 and 22. Please help us keep the course clean and ensure this event continues for years to come by using the provided trash boxes near the aid stations and along the course.
Medical:
Tri-City Medical Center provides all our race day medical services including a complete medical station positioned along the course at Cannon Park, a crew of doctors on bikes monitoring the course, and a field hospital at the finish line.
Drug Testing:
Athletes who participate in this competition are subject to formal drug testing in accordance with USA Track and Field and IAAF Rule 55. Athletes found positive for banned substances, or who refuse the test will be disqualified from this event and will be ineligible for future competitions. Some prescription and over-the-counter medications contain banned substances. Call the USO Drug Hotline at 800/233-0393 for information regarding drugs and for testing.
Pace Groups:
Want to make sure you run your marathon at a specific pace or that you complete the race by a certain finishing time? Let our pace team help you achieve your marathon goals. A pace team is a group of runners led by an experienced leader who run together in the marathon. The pace leader runs a steady pace and keeps track of that pace so that the group can achieve their goal of finishing the marathon at a particular time. To learn more about this unique event feature click here.
Driving Directions to Event:
The Carlsbad Marathon and Half Marathon start and finish at Westfield Plaza Camino Real located at: 2525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008.
It is easy to get to Westfield Plaza Camino Real by car, and with over 6,000 FREE and convenient parking spaces it's just as easy to park.
If you're coming from the north we recommend you take Interstate 5 South to Highway 78 East, exit at El Camino Real and head south. The mall is located on your right.
If you're coming from the south we recommend you take Interstate 5 North and exit at La Costa or Tamarack and head east to El Camino Real. Turn left onto El Camino Real and proceed until you see Plaza Camino Real on your left. Note: From La Costa Avenue, you will travel approximately 9 miles on El Camino Real before you see the mall on your left. From Tamarack, you will travel approximately 3 miles before you see the mall on your left. An alternate route from the 5 North is to take Highway 78 East, exit at El Camino Real and head south. The mall is located on your right.
