FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 2009 schedule of events?
Friday, January 23
Health & Fitness Expo...............................2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday, January 24
8 a.m Mile Races Start
Health & Fitness Expo...............................10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, January 25
Marathon Start...........................................6:00 a.m. Half Marathon Start.....................................7:30 a.m.
Health & Fitness Expo................................7 a.m. to noon

Are there course time limits?
Yes, for the full marathon you must be able to complete the course in 6 hours. This means you must maintain a 13:44-minute-per-mile pace or faster. For the half marathon, you must be able to complete the course in 3.5 hours. This means you must maintain a 16-minute-per-mile pace or faster.

How do I switch from the full marathon to the half marathon or vice versa?

To switch from the full marathon to the half marathon, you must do so no later than January 4. To make this switch you must email ellen@inmotionevents.com and include your full name, age, and that you want to switch from the full marathon to the half marathon. After January 4, you cannot switch your race. Please note you will not be refunded the difference in price between the full marathon entry fee and the half marathon entry fee.

To switch from the half marathon to the full marathon, you must do so no later than January 4. To make this switch you must call 760.692.2900 with a credit card to pay the current entry fee difference between what you initially paid for your half marathon entry fee and the current full marathon entry fee. After January 4, you cannot switch your race.

Where does the Health & Fitness Expo take place?
The expo is held in a 20,000-square-foot "big top" tent just steps from the start finish line at Plaza Camino Real.

Where does the Keebler Kids Marathon Mile take place?
The Keebler Kids Marathon Mile takes place in Carlsbad at LEGOLAND® California. This great theme-park is located at One Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008.

How do I get my bib number and timing chip?
Your bib number, timing chip, goodie bag and T-shirt will all be available for pickup at the expo on Friday or Saturday. You must provide a photo ID to pick up your bib number and timing chip. You will use your bib number to pick up your race T-shirt.

How do I get my T-shirt?
Shirts must be picked up at the Expo during regular Expo hours. Shirts will not be mailed. At the Expo, you will first pick up your bib number and timing chip and will then use your bib number to pick up your T-shirt and goodie bag. While we will do all we can to ensure you receive the shirt size you request, unfortunately we cannot make any guarantees.

I can't pick up my bib number before race day. Can I pick it up race morning?
If you are unable to pick up your bib number and timing chip before race day, you must select the Race Day Pickup option and pay an additional $20 convenience fee when registering.

Can I have someone pick up my bib number and timing chip for me?
Yes; however, they must come with a copy of your picture ID - no exceptions.

What is the refund policy?
All entry fees are NONREFUNDABLE and NONTRANSFERABLE with the following exceptions ONLY:

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 Request From and a letter of authorization from the previous registrant along with a transfer fee of $20 no later than 10 days prior to event day.

Active duty military members who are unable to participate because they are unexpectedly deployed may choose to either defer their entry to next year’s race or receive a refund less a $15 administration fee. To qualify you must submit a copy of your official military orders along with a written request no later than 10 days prior to event day.

What do I receive with my paid entry fee?
Each full and half marathon participant will receive:
• a long-sleeve, top-quality, technical fabric T-shirt
• a gorgeous and substantial finisher's medal
• a goodie bag filled with samples, coupons and valuable information
• a finish line food bag filled with tasty and nutritious refueling foods at the finish line and much more!

What are the race distances?
Full marathon - 26.2 miles
Half marathon - 13.1 miles
Keebler Kids Marathon Mile - 1 mile

Can walkers do the full or half marathon?
Yes; however, they must be able to complete the event within 3 1/2 hours. This means they must be able to maintain a 16-minute-per-mile pace or faster.

What amenities are offered on the marathon and half marathon course?
Support stations are located at approximately every mile on both the full and half marathon course. Each support station includes porta-potties and water. In addition, Ultima Replenisher is available at miles 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, and 24.

Will medals be presented to full and half marathon finishers?
Yes, gorgeous finisher medals are presented to each marathon and half marathon finisher upon completion of the race in the finish line chute. Participants who are disqualified because they were not able to complete the event in the time allowed are excluded. (See "How do I know which start to take?" above for more information)

Can I make my miles count and raise money for charity?
Yes. Click here to learn about the Carlsbad Marathon official chartites.

Is the Carlsbad Marathon a Boston Marathon qualifier?
Yes. The Carlsbad Marathon is a qualifier to Boston. Click here to learn the current Boston qualifying times.

Is the Carlsbad Marathon USAT&T sanctioned?
Yes. The Carlsbad Marathon and Half Marathon are both run on certified and sanctioned courses.

What are the categories for age group awards?
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+.

Note: Awards/prize money will be based on clock time not net chip time.

What is the average weather on race day?
45 degrees Fahrenheit at the start warming by 15 to 20 degrees by noon.

When will the results be posted?
Results will be available race day and posted in the post-race massage tent (also the registration tent). Results will also be available online.

What is the Half Marathon Triple Crown and how do I qualify for it?
A trio of Southern California half marathon race directors have formed an alliance to create a Half Marathon Triple Crown award to honor participants who finish all three half marathons in the same calendar year.

In addition to the Carlsbad Marathon/Half Marathon, the threesome includes the La Jolla Half Marathon and the America's Finest City Half Marathon.

To qualify for the Triple Crown, simply register for and complete (within each event's time limit) the Carlsbad Marathon OR Half Marathon, the La Jolla Half Marathon, and the American's Finest City Half Marathon all in the same calendar year and we'll take care of the rest!

Special commemorative medals will be waiting for all who qualify at the Triple Crown booth located at the finish area of the America's Finest City Half Marathon.

I have a questions not addressed here, who do I contact?
Please call us at 760.692.2900 or send an email to info@inmotionevents.com

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