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General Questions
How
many miles are the races?
Is
this a Boston Marathon qualifier?
What awards are given?
Where can I stay in Madison?
What charities does the Madison Marathon support?
Registration
How many runners do you expect?
What is your cancellation
policy?
Are walkers welcome?
Can I walk AND jog in the Half Marathon Walk?
Can I change events?
How old does a minor need to be to run in the races?
Is there a limit on the number of runners? When
is the last day I can register?
Packet Pick Up
When can I or someone else pick up my race packet?
Can I have my packet mailed to me?
Where should I park?
Start & Finish Lines
Can I wear headphones, bring my dog, ride a bicycle or push a stroller?
What is the weather usually like on race day?
Where should I wear my ChampionChip timing chip?
What time do the races start?
Will sweats storage be available?
Where should I park?
Is transportation available for relay runners?
Can a family member or friend cross the finish line with me?
Course
How long is the course open?
How many water stations are there? What types
of products are available?
Where are the first aid stations?
Where are restrooms located?
How will course conditions be communicated during
the race?
How many miles are the races?
The full marathon is 26.2 miles; the half-marathon is 13.1 miles; and the quarter-marathon is 6.55 miles (that's 10.54 K).
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Is this a Boston Marathon qualifier?
Yes, the 2010 course is measured and certified by USA Track & Field.
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What awards are given?
Finisher medals will be given to all participants of the Marathon, Half Marathon and Quarter marathon that complete the race.
Marathon
1st Place Male and Female – Madison Marathon Trophy
2nd thru 5th Male and Female – Madison Marathon overall winner medal
Masters Class (40+) – Top 5 Male & Female Finishers – Madison Marathon Masters winner medal
Half Marathon
1st thru 5th Male and Female – Madison Marathon overall winner medal
Masters Class (40+) – Top 5 Male & Female Finishers – Madison Marathon Masters winner medal
Quarter Marathon
1st thru 5 th Male and Female – Madison Marathon overall winner medal
Awards by Age Category
Age group award medals will be given to the top three men and women for the Marathon, Half Marathon, and Quarter Marathon, in the following age categories: 19 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 and over. One Award Per Person
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Where can I stay in Madison?
Visit our lodging link to view and book hotels in the area.
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What charities does the Madison Marathon support?
The marathon has partnered with the American Cancer Society to implement their Team DetermiNation Program. The Madison Marathon also supports other local non-profit groups. Visit the Madison Festivals charity page to learn more about our charity partners.
How many runners do you expect?
We expect approx. 2,500 marathon and 4,500 half marathon runners. The registration cap for all events combined is 8,000.
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What is your cancellation policy?
The Madison Marathon's is not able to offer refunds or transfers. Due to USATF rules, every entrant must sign a waiver and selling, trading or giving someone your entry is against USATF rules.
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Are walkers welcome?
Yes! The Madison Marathon now offers a Half Marathon walk division. Walkers are required to keep one foot on the ground at all times.
The full marathon course has a 6-hour time limit.
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Can I walk AND jog in the Half Marathon Walk
Yes and no. You can, but if you jog or run you will be disqualified for awards. USA Track & Field defines race walking as "a progression of steps so taken that the walker makes contact with the ground so that no visible (to the human eye_ loss of contact occurs. The advancing leg must be straightened (i.e., not bent at the knee) from the moment of first contact with the ground until the leg is in the vertical upright position. Disqulification for failure to adhere to the above definition is govered by Rule 230.3."
Can I change events?
Yes, runners who wish to change race events must do so at the expo on Friday or Saturday. Race changes will be available until the events are full. Runners who run a race they have not registered for will be disqualified.
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How old does a minor need to be to run in the races?
Kids Race: 3. Quarter Marathon: 12. Half Marathon: 14. Full Marathon: 16.
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Is there a limit on the number of runners? When is the last day I can register?
There are registration cap for each race:
Full marathon - 2,150
Half marathon - 4,150
Half marathon walk - 500
Quarter marathon - 1,250
Online registration will be available through Marathonguide.com from October 1, 2009 through May 28, 2010. Runners may also register at the Madison Marathon Expo on Friday, May 28 and Saturday, May 29 if events remain open at that time. Race weekend registration fees increase. Please note: There will be no race-day registration for any of the 2010 races.
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When can I or someone else pick up my race packet?
Race packets will be available Friday, May 28 from 3-7 p.m. and Saturday, May 29 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Madison Marathon Expo at Alliant Energy Center . All runners should pick up their race packets at the Expo. Someone else may pick up your packet as long as they have your name and bib number. Bib numbers will be emailed the week of the race and will also be available at the expo. There are also opportunities to connect with other runners through Facebook if you’re unable to pick up your packet on Saturday. Please note: There will be no race-day packet pick-up.
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Can I have my packet mailed to me?
We are unable to mail race packets ahead of time. All packets must be picked up at the Madison Marathon Expo on Friday, May 28 from 3-7 p.m. and Saturday, May 29 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
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Where should I park?
Free parking will be available at Alliant EnergyCenter in the south parking lot. Runners/spectators are encouraged to park in this lot on Friday and Saturday (for the expo) and Sunday (race day).
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Can I wear headphones, bring my dog, ride a bicycle, or push a stroller?
We understand that many runners need headphones to aid in their running concentration, or distraction. Headphones are allowed but not recommended for safety purposes. Dogs, strollers and bicycles are not allowed, strictly for safety reasons.
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What is the weather usually like on race day?
Average High: 70 degrees F
Average Morning Rel Humidity: 79.0%
Average Low: 45 degrees F
Average Afternoon Rel Humidity: 50.0%
Mean Temp: 57 degrees F
Typical Sky Cover: Overcast
Average Precipitation: 3.2 in
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Where should I wear my timing chip?
In order to capture accurate information as you cross a timing mat, your chip must be attached to your shoe. Timing chips will be disposable for the 2010 races, but you may drop your chip at the finish line if you wish to recycle it.
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What time do the races start?
Times are tentative: The half marathon begins at 7 a.m., the wheelie at 7:25 a.m., the full at 7:30 a.m., quarter at 7:50 a.m., kids run at 8 a.m. See the Schedule page for more information.
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Will sweats storage be available?
Yes, volunteers will collect your sweats at the start line. Your race bag doubles as your sweat storage bag. Gear pick up will be available at this location after the race. Be sure you put your bib number on your sweats bag if using this service!
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Where should I park?
Free parking will be available at AlliantEnergyCenter in the south parking lot. Runners/spectators are encouraged to park in this lot Saturday (for the expo) and Sunday (race day).
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Is transportation available for relay runners?
TBA.
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Can a family member or friend cross the finish line with me?
No. For the safety of all participants as well as for the spectators, we cannot permit any non-participants to enter any part of the race course. Runners who disregard this rule will be disqualified.
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How long is the course open?
The course is open for six hours from the start of the full marathon and closes at 1:35 p.m.
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How many water stations are there? What types of products are available?
See our Water Station page for details on locations and products.
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Where are the first aid stations?
See our Water Station page for medical locations on the course.
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Where are restrooms located?
See our Water Station page for restroom locations.
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How will course conditions be communicated during the race?
Emergency Procedures -- Colored flags will be located at each water station and at the finish line area to alert runners to changing course and weather conditions. In cases of emergency, please follow the instructions below. In rare instances, it may be necessary to either close the race course or re-route participants. If this occurs, it is being done for the safety of the participants and volunteers.
- Green Flag – Conditions are normal
- Yellow Flag – The heat index is at a point that runners/walkers should slow down and drink plenty of water.
- Red Flag – Dangerous weather. Runners and walkers should slow down and drink plenty of water. Timing of the event has been stopped and no awards will be given out after this action has taken place. Volunteers should stand by for instructions from staff/coordinators.
- Black Flag – Race has been cancelled due to extreme weather or course emergency. Events such as lightning, tornado or human disaster has or is occurring and all participants, staff and volunteers need to seek shelter immediately.
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