HALF MARATHON

Date: Sunday, January 25, 2009

Location: Carlsbad, California • Westfield Plaza Camino Real

Half Marathon Start Time:   7:30 a.m.
Start Rules:
• All half marathon participants (walkers & runners) start at 7:30 a.m.
• Any half marathon participant who starts earlier than the 7:30 a.m. starting time will be disqualified.
• Walkers must start in the very back of the pack allowing the runners to start first. 

Entry Limit: 8,000

Time Limits:
All half marathon participants must be able to maintain a 16-minute-mile pace or faster throughout the event. Participants who are unable to maintain the required pace per mile, will be redirected to the finish line via an alternate route using the sidewalk and will be considered pedestrians. In addition, they may be asked to surrender their bib numbers and chips to race officials.

Half Marathon Registration Fees:
$60 online confirmation or postmarked before 7/15/08
$65 online confirmation or postmarked 7/16/08- 10/15/08
$70 online confirmation 10/16/08 - 1/21/09 or postmarked 10/15/08 - 1/16/09  (if not sold out)

Register online today -- it is quick, easy and will help guarantee your spot. You can also download the entry form, complete and mail it in with a check or money order. If you decide to wait until the last minute -- and there is still space available -- you can register at the Health & Fitness Expo. The Carlsbad Marathon and Half Marathon  sell out well before the Expo, register now to save your spot!

Bib Numbers:
Bib numbers will not be mailed out. They must be picked up in person along with your ChampionChip at the Health & Fitness Expo. Be prepared to show your photo ID to claim your bib number. Bib numbers are non-transferable* 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:

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 Form 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 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.

ChampionChip:
All participants will be using "the Chip." Chips must be picked up along with your bib number, in person at the Health & Fitness Expo. Be prepared to show ID to claim your bib number and timing chip. The chips will be reclaimed in the finish line chutes. Chips must be returned before receiving a finisher's medal. Lost Chips will result in a $30 assessment fee.

T- shirts:
Every half marathon participant will receive a beautiful, top-quality, long-sleeve finisher's shirt. Shirts must be picked up at the 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.

Participants my leave their gear at the blue and white Gear Check tent located near the entrance to 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 half marathon finishers will receive a beautiful medal after completing the half 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. Energy replacement fluid will be served at even numbered water stations. An energy replacement gel will be available at select water stations. 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:
Race day medical services include a complete medical station positioned along the course, 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 half marathon at a specific pace or that you complete the race by a certain finishing time? Let our pace team help you achieve your half marathon goals. A pace team is a group of runners led by an experienced leader who run together in the half 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 half 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.

Race Day Photos:
Brightroom will be at the event taking photos of our participants both on the course and at the finish line. Here are some suggestions they have on ways to make the most of your race photos:

Display your number clearly: Wear your race number high in the center of your chest. We use the numbers to identify your photos. Also, remember to wear your number on a layer of clothes that we can see.

Hug the curb: When you approach our photography locations, move to one side of the road (don't run right down the middle).

Smile! Smile, yell or wave at our photographers – they love it!

Celebrate as you cross the finish line: Don't watch your watch as you finish, put your hands in the air, or give a high-five to your running mate – DON'T block your number by looking down at your watch.

Don't tailgate: At our photo locations and at the finish, don't run right behind someone else. Run in your own space (if you can). That way, you'll get a cleaner shot.

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