FAQ
Mississauga Marathon
2010- Frequently Asked Questions
Why
wasn’t I asked for my t-shirt size during registration?
T-shirt sizes are first come first serve at the Runners Expo
on May 14th and 15th.
Do
participants in all events receive a shirt?
Yes
Which races receive medals?
Finishers of all races will receive a medal.
Can
I change my event?
Prior to May 1 send an email to
info@mississaugamarathon.com
or call 905-949-2931 and let us know your name and
registration number, the event you are currently registered
for and the event you would like to change to.
After May 1,
you can change your event at the Sportstats booth at the
runners expo.
Do
I get my money back if I can't run?
There are no refunds and entries are non transferable.
Where do I pick up my race kit?
At the Runners Expo at the Mississauga Valley Community
Centre, 1275 Mississauga Valley Blvd on Fri. May 14, 11am to
8pm and Sat. May 15 from 10am to 5pm.
For entrants in the 10K and 5K,
and 10K Student Relay race kit pick up ENDS at 3pm on
Saturday, May 15.
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Can
I get a friend to pick up my race kit for me?
Yes.
Please bring a signed note and or the confirmation number of
the registration from the person you are picking up for.
What is the latest date I can register?
Mailed in entries must be received at the marathon office by
May 1st and on-line registration closes at 12pm on May 13th.
at Running Room and at 5:00 PM, May 14th at Events Online.
On site registration at the Runners Expo on Saturday, May 15
ends at 3pm for the 10K and 5K. 5pm for all other events.
May
I register on race day?
You can register for the Marathon and Half Marathon at the
Runners Expo on May 14th and 15th but there is
NO registration on race day.
Race Day
registration is available for the 2K, 5K and 10K at the
Runner’s Expo before Saturday May 15th by 3pm. There is
on-site registration for the 2K at the 2K start line.
May
I pick up my race kit/chip on race day?
For the 5K and 10K, yes, before 3pm at the Expo.
For Sunday’s events, (Canon Marathon, Sure-Gro Half Marathon &
G&T Corporate relay) Race kits must be picked up in advance
at the Runner’s Expo on May 14 and 15, 2010.
Is
there baggage service from the start to finish?
Yes, for all races except the 2K. Baggage details will be
confirmed in your final instructions of your race kit.
Please note, no checking of purses, valuables or breakables
will be permitted.
Where do I pick up the shuttles for the 10K Student Relay
and Corporate Relay Challenge?
The
first runner from all corporate relay teams must
go directly to the start line on City Centre Drive/Robert
Speck Parkway.
The first runner from all Student Relay teams must go directly to the start line of the 10K Race.
All other relay members should take a shuttle to their
respective exchange points from Cawthra Community Centre –
1399 Cawthra Rd. just south of the QEW.
Be sure you board the correct bus. All buses will be signed.
School Relay buses will depart at 5:30 pm from Cawthra
Community Centre on May 15th.
Corporate Relay shuttles will depart beginning at 6:45am on
May 16th.
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How
do I get back to my car from the finish?
Shuttles will run from the finish area at Lakefront
Promenade Park to Cawthra Community Centre and to the start
line areas of all races.
Shuttles from the finish area at Lakefront Promenade Park
will run on Saturday evening until 8:30pm and on Sunday
until 3 pm.
My
family is here at the start, how can I get them to finish
area?
Spectators, for all races, wanting to get to the finish area
should park at Cawthra Community Centre and take a shuttle
to the finish. There is NO parking at the finish area.
Can
I take a shuttle to start line?
Marathon
Yes, on Sunday May 16th. There will be a
limited
number of shuttles (3) leaving Cawthra Community Centre at
5:45am. This will be on a first-come- first -served basis.
Please note that this is a service for runners. We ask that,
due to limited space, spectators not use this specific
service.
2K
Yes, on Sunday May 16th.There will be a
limited
number of shuttles leaving the finish area at Lakefront
Promenade and Cawthra Community Centre at 11:30am.
This will be on a first-come- first -served basis to the 2K
start area.
Shuttles to the 10k leave from the Clarkson Go station,
south lot at 5:30pm.
Shuttles to the 5K start line leave
from Cawthra Comm Centre at 5:00pm
Can
spectators and families use the shuttles?
Yes. Especially when going to the finish area.
There is NO parking at the finish area. Parking is available
at the Cawthra Community Centre where you can ride to the
finish line area. The Cawthra Community Centre is
approximately 2K from the finish line.
Where do I park at the finish?
There is NO parking at the finish area.
Park at Cawthra Community Centre on Cawthra Rd. north of
Atwater and take a shuttle to the
finish.
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What are the popular spectator spots?
Mississauga Rd and Burnhamthorpe Rd. – you must approach
from the west.
Orr Rd. and Southdown Rd. – approach from the west.
Jack Darling Park, Waterfront Trail
Port Credit lighthouse
St. Lawrence Park
Adamson Estate
Please be aware of road restrictions when accessing these
locations.
Are
there gels on course?
Gels at 24K, 34K and 38K for the marathon.
There are aid stations every 2K with water, Gatorade,
port-o-potties, Vaseline, band aids etc.
Are
there port-o-potties on course?
Yes, every 2K at the aid stations.
Where will timing splits
be taken?
Clocks will be placed at 5K intervals along the course and
at 21.1K. Timing mats will be at several locations to and
available through live Results at
www.mississaugamarathon.com
Where is the start line for all races?
5K – Lakeshore Rd and Front St. north, Port Credit. (just
north of the Lighthouse)
10K – Lakeshore Rd., between Meadow Wood Rd. & Johnson's
Lane, Clarkson.
Marathon and Half – City Centre Dr and Robert Speck Pkwy,
east side of Square One Mall.
2K – Hiawatha Park, Cumberland Dr. and Hiawatha Pkwy.
How
do I get to the finish line after I have run my relay leg?
A shuttle bus will wait at each exchange for all relay
runners to complete their leg and then will bring you to the
finish.
Which relay runner wears the timing chip and do we pass it
from runner to runner?
The last runner from each team MUST wear the timing chip in
order to get an official time. The chip is NOT passed from
runner to runner. The last runner will also collect the
finishers medal of each team member.
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Where do I take my pledge dollars raised?
Donations collected for our charity partners can be taken to
the Runner’s Expo or the finish line. You can also forward
your pledge money directly to any of the
charities.
When are awards and prizing given out? Where?
Awards for the 5K and 10K events are Saturday May 15 at
7:30pm.
Awards for the half marathon event are Sunday May 16 at
10:00am.
Marathon awards at 11:00pm. The awards ceremony is at the
finish line at Lakefront Promenade Park.
Do
walkers get a timed result?
Yes. All participants (excluding the 2K) get a timed result.
There is a 6.5-hour cut off time for results. (2pm)
Will I receive my
prize/award after the event?
Yes, all prizing must be picked up on the day of the event.
There is no prizing in the Walking events.
What are the qualifying times for Boston?
|
Qualifying Times* |
|
Age
Group |
Men
|
Women |
|
18-34 |
3hrs 10min |
3hrs 40min |
|
35-39 |
3hrs 15min |
3hrs 45min |
|
40-44 |
3hrs 20min |
3hrs 50min |
|
45-49 |
3hrs 30min |
4hrs 00min |
|
50-54 |
3hrs 35min |
4hrs 05min |
|
55-59 |
3hrs 45min |
4hrs 15min |
|
60-64 |
4hrs 00min |
4hrs 30min |
|
65-69 |
4hrs 15min |
4hrs 45min |
|
70-74 |
4hrs 30min |
5hrs 00min |
|
75-79 |
4hrs 45min |
5hrs 15min |
|
80 and over |
5hrs 00min |
5hrs 30min |
How
do I wear my timing chip?
A short plastic zip strip (like a twist tie) to be
attached to your shoe will be included in your runners
kit. Only participants wearing a ChampionChip will be
timed. The reading distance of the ChampionChip System
is limited. The antennas are embedded in the red mats on
the road. Therefore the chips should be located as close
to the mats as possible on the shoe of the participant.
Using the strip to attach the chip to the bottom portion
of your shoelaces makes it easier for the finish line
crew to remove them. If you tie it into your laces you
will have to untie your shoe when you finish. It is also
important to put the long end of the chip pointing
toward your toe. Bear in mind: no chip, no time.
What
is difference between Chip Time and Gun Time?
Gun Time: The time from the sound of the starters signal to
the time when the runner crosses the finish line. Also known
as the Official Time. All award categories are prized by Gun
Time.
Real Time, Chip Time: The time from
when the runner crosses the starting mats at the start line,
to the time elapsed when the runner crosses the finishing
mats. Prizing is not based on Chip Time.
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