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General Race Information How do I find the start line and finish line the day of the race? When should I get to the park and ride locations if I want to take a shuttle to the start line? Where can I find detailed race day instructions? Will there be official pace groups? Do I have to wear my timing chip? Do I have to return my timing chip? What type of sports drink and energy gel will be available on the course? What kind of weather can I expect? What happens in the case of inclement weather? Is this a Boston Marathon qualifier? Where are the porta-potties and how many are on the course? Participant Information What happens if I become injured on the course? Can my family and friends track my progress on race day? Is there a cap on the number of participants? Are skates, bikes or strollers allowed? Do I have to race walk to be in the Half Marathon-Competitive Walking division? Does the race provide transportation for relay runners? When should I get to the finish line if I want to take a shuttle to the start line? How do I find the finish line and/or start line on the morning of the race? When do the relay runners receive their shirts and medals? Are there showers for participants after the race? Registration Information How do I confirm my registration? May I switch from one race to another (Full to Half, Half to 5k, etc)? May an entry be transfered to someone else? I am injured and no longer able to attend the event, can I get a refund? How can I register my relay team? What if there are changes to my relay team? What are the minimum age requirements for the various races? When can I pick up my race packet? Can I have my packet mailed to me in advance? Is it mandatory to pick up my race packet? May someone else pick up my race packet for me? May I pick up my race packet on race day? May I register for the event on race day? Post-Race Information Where can I find race results? Where can I find previous year's race results? Will photos be taken of the event? How can I purchase photos? How do I obtain a finisher's certificate? What are the award age divisions for each race? Is "double dipping" allowed for awards? Is there an awards ceremony on race day? Hotel & Travel Information Are there any special rates on hotel lodging? Where can I find public transportation information? Where do I park for the event? I still have questions. Can I talk to a real person?
General Race Information The Marathon is 26.2 miles, the Half Marathon is 13.1 miles, the 5k is 3.1 miles and the Relay Marathon is 5 legs (first 4 legs are 5 miles each and the last leg is 6.2 miles) that complete the Marathon distance.
How do I find the finish line and/or start line on the morning of the race?
When should I get to the park and ride locations if I want to take a shuttle to the start line? We encourage all riders to be at the Park and Ride locations no later than 5:30 a.m. on race day morning!
Where can I find detailed race day instructions? Detailed race day instructions can be found by clicking on our Course Info & Maps page. Also, by early September we will have a link to our Event Guide on our homepage, which will give you even more course information.
Yes! In 2013 start line corrals will be used for both the Marathon and Half Marathon! Your corral letter is based on the estimated finishing time you provided us on your registration form. You may start with a slower corral than you have been assigned; however you cannot start with a faster corral than you have been assigned. Detailed corral information can be found by clicking on our Marathon & Half Marathon event specific pages.
Will there be official pace groups? The PaceSetters Running Club of the Fox Cities will provide group leaders to assist runners in achieving their goal time for the Marathon and Half Marathon. More information can be found on our Pacing Information page.
Do I have to wear my timing chip? Yes, you are required to wear your timing chip. It is best to wear it on your shoe (tied thru your shoelaces so that it doesn't fall off). Not only does this timing chip give us an accurate finishing time for you, but it also gives us a mechanism to find you on the course in case of an emergency. Do I have to return my timing chip? Nope! You may keep your timing chip as a souvenir! I see that you have a 6:00 A.M. Early Start on Sunday. Can a participant in any event start at 6:00 a.m.? What type of sports drinik and energy gell will be available on the course? Gatorade Lemon-Lime Endurance Formula™ will be available at every water station on all Sunday courses. GU Energy Gel will be available at 2 spots along the Sunday course, with a water station at miles 13 and 22 with a water station shortly after. GU Energy Gel flavors available are vanilla, chocolate, tri-berry, and caffeine-free strawberry-banana.
How long is the coure open?
What kind of weather can I expect?
What happens in the case of inclement weather?
Is this a Boston Marathon qualifier?
Where are the porta-potties and how many are on the course? Porta-potties will be at the start line and finish line as well as near every water station on the course, which is every 1-2 miles.
Participant Information What happens if I become injured on the course? We have 4 medical stations on the course at miles 10.5, 16.3, 20, and 23.5 as well as medical personnel on bicycles and mopeds. We also have a number of dedicated ambulances situated throughout the course in case of an emergency.
Can my family and friends track my progress on race day? All participants will receive an email at the beginning of September with information on how you and your family can track your progress. That information will also be on our website at that time.
Is there a cap on the number of participants? Yes. We are allowing up to 1,100 for the Marathon, 3,600 for the Half Marathon, 650 for the Relay (130 teams), 1,500 for the 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, and 900 for the Kids Fun Run on Friday.
Dogs (and strollers) are welcome in the Affinity Medical Group Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine 5k Run/Walk on Saturday, September 21; they do not need to be registered. For safety reasons, dogs and strollers are not allowed on the Sunday course.
Are skates, bikes or strollers allowed?
Can I wear headphones?
Do I have to race walk to be in the Half Marathon - Competitive Walk Division?
Does the race provide transportation for relay runners?
When should I get to the finish line if I want to take a shuttle to the start line?
How do I find the finish line and/or start line on the morning of the race? Directions to both the start and the finish are available on the Travel page, which easily accessed by a link on the side of our website. We do have mapquest.com links to the start and finish lines.
When do the relay runners receive their shirts and medals? All relay runners receive their shirts when they pick up their registration packet at the Expo. Each relay runner will receive their medal when they have finished their leg of the race. If you did not receive a medal at the completion of your leg, PLEASE do not come to the finish line and ask for one. We will get you one but by doing this you will take away from the pre-allotted medals for the finishers of the last leg.
Are there showers for participants after the race? Yes! Free showers are available, courtesy of the YMCA of the Fox Cities, located in downtown Neenah. After the race take one of the continuous shuttles from the Southwest corner of Riverside Park to the YMCA. You can walk to your car in Downtown Neenah from the YMCA, take a shuttle back to Riverside Park, or take a shuttle back to the Start Line.Registration Information How do I confirm my registration? Click here to confirm your registration. You must type in your name exactly how you registered.
May I switch from one race to another (Full to Half, Half to 5K, etc)? You may switch from one race to another as long as it is still open for new registrations. On Sunday, September 23, you may not switch races. In order to switch you will need to complete our Change Form. There is a $10 fee to change races. If you are increasing your distance, you will need to pay the difference in race fees in addition to the $10 change fee. If you are decreasing your distance, you will only need to pay the $10 change fee; there is no refund of fees.
May an entry be transferred to someone else? Yes! Follow this link for the form you need to complete: Change Form. The new participant will also need to fill out a registration form and mail that in along with the change form. The fee for transferring to someone else is $20. There is no fee for transferring within a relay team.
I am injured and no longer able to attend the event, can I get a refund? We do not offer any refunds as stated on the registration form you completed. This is a policy of our Board of Directors as well as a running industry standard.
How can I register my relay team? What if there are changes to my relay team? Registration forms need to be completed for each relay team member. If done online, the relay team captain needs to have all registration information for each team member (date of birth, shirt size, etc). After registering, if the team switches what leg each member is doing, there is no need to contact us. If you are substituting a new team member for a current team member, the new team member needs to complete a registration form and a Change Form. Both forms will need to be mailed in to us, and there is no fee associated with that change.
What are the minimum age requirements for the various races? While our Marathon and Half Marathon do not have a minimum age requirement, please consult your doctor before starting to train for a long-distance event. There is no minimum age requirement for the Relay, 5K or Kids Fun Run.
When can I pick up my race packet? Athletes can pick up their Marathon, Half Marathon, and Relay Marathon race packets at the Network Health Health & Wellness Expo on Friday, September 21 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. or on Saturday, September 22 from 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Packet Pick-Up is held at the Network Health Health & Wellness Expo at the University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley, 1478 Midway Road, Menasha. If you are unable to pick up your packet, you may have a friend or family member pick it up for you. Your packet contains your bib number, timing chip and other important information about the race. Be certain to read through the information carefully! Athletes can pick up their 5K Run/Walk race packets on Friday, September 21 at University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley, 1478 Midway Road, Menasha, from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. or on race day, Saturday, September 22 from 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. Children and their parents must pick up their Kids Fun Run goodie bag and t-shirt on Friday, September 21 at Time Warner Cable Field at Fox Cities Stadium, starting at 4 p.m.
Can I have my packet mailed to me in advance?
Is it mandatory to pick up my race packet? Yes, it is mandatory to pick up your race packet. It contains your bib number, timing chip and other important information about the race. Remember NO CHIP = NO TIME.
May someone else pick up my race packet for me? Yes, if you are unable to pick up your packet, you may have a friend or family member pick it up for you.
May I pick up my race packet on race day? No. You must pick up your race packet at the Health & Wellness Expo on Friday, September 21 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. or on Saturday, September 22 from 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Packet Pick-Up is held at the Network Health Health & Wellness Expo at the University of Wisconsin - Fox Valley, 1478 Midway Road, Menasha, WI.
May I register for the event on race day? The only events that you are able to register for on race day (if participant cap space permits) are the Kids Fun Run on Friday, September 21 and the 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 22. You may not register for any of the Sunday events on race day, which include the Marathon, Half Marathon, and Relay. Post-Race Information Where can I find race results? Race results will be posted on our website during the day of the race and will be updated continuously. We will also publish the race results in the Post-Crescent newspaper on Monday, September 24.
Where can I find previous year's race results? Previous year's race results can be found on our website by clicking on Race Results.
Will photos be taken of the event? How can I purchase photos? Yes! Brightroom will be taking photos thorughout the course and at the finish line, and we will have a link on our homepage within the week after the event where you can order photos. Participants will also receive an email with a link to their photos.
How do I obtain a finisher's certificate? Finisher certificates will be available on the homepage of our website starting on race day through the next month. What are the award age divisions for each race? To ensure that results are accurate before issuing awards, we will contact winners approximately 10 days after the event regarding their award. See below for age division awards for each race. Community First Fox Cities Marathon:
ThedaCare Orthopedics Plus Half Marathon:
Orthopedic & Sports Institue of the Fox Valley Relay Marathon: Each member of the top team in each division (Business/Organization, Female, Open, Family & Friends, & Costumes) will receive an individual award. Business/Organization division team winner will also receive a team award as well. Affinity Medical Group Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine 5K Run/Walk:
Guardian Kids Fun Run: Everyone is a winner!
Is "double dipping" allowed for awards? No, double dipping is not allowed for age group and overall awards. We do have Community Challenge Awards for the top 3 male and female Marathon participants who live in the following local communities: Appleton, Combined Locks, Kaukauna, Kimberly, Little Chute, Menasha, and Neenah. Marathon participants that win these are also eligible for age group and overall awards.
Is there an awards ceremony on race day? We have an awards ceremony for the Affinity Medical Group Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 21 immediately following the event. Hotel & Travel Information Are there any special rates on hotel lodging? Yes, special rates on hotel lodging can be found by clicking on our Hotel Information page.
Where can I find public transportation information? Public transportation will be available on Friday and Saturday only. Visit the Valley Transit website for more information.
Where do I park for the event? Due to limited parking at the Start Line, we encourage participants and spectators to park their cars at one of four Park and Ride locations throughout the Fox Cities. Busses will run continuously from 4:30 - 6:15 a.m. from these Park and Ride locations on race morning.
Yes! We have shuttles running continuously from our four Park and Ride locations as well as start line spectator shuttles and post-race shuttles. More information can be found on our Shuttle Information page.
I still have questions. Can I talk to a real person if call the Fox Cities Marathon office? Absolutely! Contact us directly toll-free at 877-230-RACE or locally at (920) 882-9499. We are also available via email at info@foxcitiesmarathon.org We're ready to help you in any way possible (except with crossing the finish line - that's your job!).
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