Celebrate Like A Champion!
Columbus, Ohio — May 5, 2012
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Event Details
At this time we are no longer accepting changes in shirt sizes or changes in estimated finish time. If you need to make a change to your estimated finish time you can see the changes desk at the Expo (May 3rd and 4th) during packet pickup. If you would like to exchange your shirt size, shirt exchange will be located at the Columbus Commons starting at 8:30am at the information booth on race day (May 5th) and we will gladly exchange your size if available.
Date: May 5, 2012
Distances: Half Marathon, Patrón Quarter Marathon, Commit To Be Fit 5K, Mascot Chase
Participant Perks
- The best tour of Columbus on two feet
- Local bands, DJs, and cheer squads lining the course
- Technical race shirt
- Ultimate finishers medal
- Outstanding finish line food
- Champagne and Chocolate at the Extra Mile Finish Line Party
- Entry in the 2-day Health and Fitness Expo
The Events
Starting Line: Corner of Broad St. and Civic Center Drive
Capital City Half Marathon (13.1 miles) — 8:00am
The Bicentennial Edition of the Capital City Half Marathon will take runners and walkers on “the best tour of Columbus on two feet.” The race begins at the scenic Scioto Mile (at Broad Street and Civic Center Drive) and takes participants north, mostly along Olentangy River Road, to the Ohio State University campus. The course cuts across the Lane Avenue bridge and past Ohio Stadium to High Street, where runners and walkers travel through the city's most unique neighborhoods — University District, Campus Gateway, the Short North Arts District, Arena District and German Village — before finishing at the brand-new Columbus Commons. Yellow Tail Sparkling Wine and Chocolate will be served at the Byers Extra Mile Finish Line Party, which features a post-race concert by SWAGG. Half Marathon runners and walkers will be treated to 50 bands and deejays throughout the course, which will have 11 aid stations.
Patrón Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) — 8:00am
The “Quarter Marathon” is an M3S Sports signature distance that allows runners and walkers to enjoy “a half of a half.” The course features much of the same characteristics of the Half Marathon course, with runners and walkers starting at the Scioto Mile, traveling west on Long Street before heading north on Olentangy River Road. Quarter Marathon participants come across Vine Street to High Street, where they are treated to the Short North, Arena District, and Downtown before finishing at the Columbus Commons. But while the race is only half as long, the post-race celebration is the same as the Half, with Yellow Tail Sparkling Wine and Chocolate served at the Byers Extra Mile Finish Line Party. Quarter Marathon participants are entertained by an estimated 25 bands and deejays, and will enjoy five aid stations.
Commit To Be Fit 5K (3.1 miles) — 8:20am
The Commit To Be Fit 5K allows runners and walkers to enjoy the Capital City Half Marathon by participating in a 3.1-mile race in Downtown Columbus. The new 5K course takes runners and walkers along the Scioto Mile and North Bank Park before crossing the Scioto River and returning to downtown on the paths on the western shore of the Scioto. Runners and walkers will go past COSI Columbus before crossing the Scioto again, going past Bicentennial Park and finishing at the Columbus Commons. The Commit To Be Fit course has two aid stations.
Central Ohio, it's time to get active and take part in the 10TV “Couch to the Commit To Be Fit 5K”!
If you're a first time 5K runner or walker, make the commitment, get free advice from Giant Eagle dietitians and we'll give you a complimentary entry in the May 5th Commit To Be Fit 5K (part of the Capital City half-marathon). For details visit www.10tv.com/5k.
Capital Kids Mascot Chase — 11:00am
The Capital Kids Mascot Chase is a short run and walk for kids 12 and under with the mission of encouraging and celebrating an active lifestyle. The entry fee is $10 and 100% of the proceeds go to benefit the Capital Kids Afterschool program.
The event takes place as part of the Capital City Half Marathon at 11am at the Columbus Commons on May 5th. All kids should be at the Carousel by 10:45. See COLUMBUS COMMONS MAP. Parents are welcome to accompany all kids on their journey.
For their $10 entry fee, each child will receive a t-shirt and medal. T-shirts may be picked up at the Expo for the Capital City Half Marathon, or on race morning at the carousel from 9am to 10am.
Multiple Mascots from local and national organizations and restaurants will be running alongside the kids.
We will be raffling off a COSI Family pass for a day to one of the kids who participates.
Gear Check
Gear Check is located at Columbus Commons and will be open from 6:00am to 12:30pm.
Starting Corrals and Wave Start
To continue on our quest to make your race day experience remarkable at the Capital City Half and Patrón Quarter Marathon we are implementing a Corral starting system and wave start. Runners and walkers for both races will be positioned in the starting area based upon estimated finishing times.
There are six corrals: Corral A, Corral B, Corral C, Corral D, Corral E, Corral 5K.
Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon participants should LOAD INTO CORRALS BY 7:40AM. 5K participants should LOAD INTO THE 5K CORRAL BY 8:00AM. 5K participants should enter the 5K Corral from Rich or Main streets.
Half Marathon
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Patrón Quarter Marathon
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Commit To Be Fit 5K
All 5K Runners and Walkers are in Corral 5K which is located behind Corral E.
Our Corral team will allow you into the Corral that corresponds with the letter on your bib. Any issues with your estimated finishing time must be resolved prior to race day.
On race day, you will be permitted to move to a slower Corral (higher letter) but you may not move to a faster one (lower letter). Please plan extra time at the start to make sure you are in the correct Corral.
Wave Start
When the starting horn is sounded, the first corral will be released. The rest of the participants will be moved forward to the starting line. At pre-determined intervals the starting horn will be sounded and the next corral will be released. This process will continue until all of the corrals have been released. By using this staggered starting method, the pack will be spread out and allow every runner to settle into their race pace from the start to the finish line.
Course
Course Map:
Click here or on the map image at right (
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Turn-by-turn course directions: Click here ( 400 KB)
Course Support:
- The Half Marathon will be supported with 10 re-fueling stations and 1 GU station along the course.
- The Patrón Quarter Marathon will be supported with 6 re-fueling stations along the course.
- The Commit To Be Fit 5K will be supported with 1 re-fueling station along the course.
GU Brew Refueling Drink: Lemon Lime, Raspberry, Blue Pomegranate
GU Flavors: Vanilla Bean Gels, Jet Blackberry Gels
Time Limit and Rules of the Road
The course will remain open for four (4) hours, thus the course will close on a continuous pace of 18:46 per mile. Anyone who cannot maintain the 18:46-minute-per-mile pace must move to the sidewalks as the course closes to allow regular vehicular traffic through.
The following are NOT permitted in the Half Marathon, Patrón Quarter Marathon or Commit To Be Fit 5K:
Coaches, pets, skateboards, bicycles, roller blades, baby joggers, or any other types of vehicles (other than official vehicles) are not permitted on the course. These regulations are for your safety and the safety of the other participants in the race. Please do not bring or carry any of these items with you. The Staff of the Capital City Half Marathon reserves the right to disqualify participants who have any of the above items.
Runner Bibs
All registered participants will receive a bib number that must be worn on race day. Please do not alter the bib in any way. The bib must be visible and worn on the front outside of all clothing during the entire race.
Bib numbers are non-transferable — each bib must be worn by the registrant to whom it has been assigned.
MIT Pacers
Why use pacers?
Pacers are at the starting line with a focus on the needs of the runners in their group. First, the pressure of calculating the pace is removed — the pacer will keep a steady pace that takes stress off the runner — no starting off too fast. Advice and encouragement are the benefits to running with the pacers. Pacers are experienced runners (many are coaches) who want to give back to the running community — it is a voluntary position so they are here to share their love for the sport and help the runner achieve their goals. Pacers will help keep the runner motivated through conversation, stories, and/or sage advice. Lastly, it is fun to run with a group and meet others who share your goals! The MIT pacers will be conducting the following pace groups for the half: 1:45 finish (8 minute pace); 1:50 finish (8:25 pace); 2:00 finish (9:10 pace); 2:05 finish (9:30 pace); 2:15 finish (10:18 pace); 2:20 finish (10:45 pace); 2:25 finish (11:00 pace); 2:30 finish (11:30 pace); 2:40 finish (12:13 pace); and 2:50 finish (12:59 pace).
Which pace group?
A pacer cannot offer miracles — it is dependent on the runner's training. When choosing a pace group, consider your training pace — your longest run each week is usually run a minute to a minute and a half slower per mile than your race pace. Use a pace calculator and figure out what your race pace should be — then choose a group accordingly. During the race you can move to a slower/faster group depending upon your needs.
Where to find the pacers on race morning?
The Pace Leaders will assemble in the corrals and will be holding their pace sign with the expected finish time and will be wearing pacing shirts. At 15 minutes before the race they will let runners know how they will handle water stops — this is the time that runners can ask last minute questions.
Chip Timing
Your Timing Device for this event is the ChronoTrack B-Tag: A single use bib tag. In order to receive an accurate time, please confirm your bib is clearly visible on the front of the torso, unaltered and unmodified (do not fold or wrinkle), pinned in all four corners, and not covered by jackets, runner belts, water bottles, etc.)
Tag time is the most accurate form of timing available because it measures the exact time between an athlete crossing the start line and the finish line. In addition, the new timing system will eliminate pre-race chip assignment, post-race chip return, and fees for lost or unreturned chips, allowing athletes to focus more on their competition and less on the timing mechanism. That's right, no clipping, $30 charges, etc. Just put them on, run, get great results and throw them away.
Do not forget your bib on race day. Without a bib tag, you will not receive a time!
Bib numbers are non-transferable — each bib must be worn by the registrant to whom it has been assigned.
Runner Recovery
Finish Line: Columbus Commons •
Finish line map ( 2.3 MB)
Once you cross the finish line, you'll enter Runner Recovery, a secure area designated for participants only. In runner recovery you will receive your finisher's medal, refuel with fluids and refreshments, and have your photo taken. Once you leave Runner Recovery you cannot re-enter. Just outside of Runner Recovery, you can grab your gear, meet up with friends and family, and head over to the Extra Mile Finish Line Celebration!
Extra Mile Finish Line Celebration: Details Coming Soon!
Awards and Divisions
Finisher Medals
All finishers will be greeted at the finish line with a one-of-a-kind medal. Volunteers will be there to put your well-deserved medal around your neck.
Capital City Half Marathon
- Top 3 female finishers
- Top 3 male finishers
- Top 3 female masters finishers
- Top 3 male masters finishers
Each winner will receive a pair of New Balance Shoes and a New Balance Backpack.
Age Group awards will be given out to the top 3 males and top 3 females in the following categories:
- 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and Older
Age group awards will be your choice of a New Balance roll up blanket, a New Balance tumbler, or a New Balance drawstring bag *
*(limited quantities of each and are available and will be passed out on a first come – first serve basis)
Commit To Be Fit 5K
Top 5 female finishers and Top 5 male finishers will receive a pair of New Balance socks.
Patrón Quarter Marathon
Top 5 female finishers and Top 5 male finishers will receive a pair of New Balance socks.
Award Redemption
All awards will be available for pick-up starting on Monday May 7th at:*
*(There will be no awards ceremony on race day)
Second Sole
1245 North Hamilton Rd.
Gahanna, OH, 43230
Hours: Monday to Friday 10–8, Saturday 10–6, Sunday noon–5
Wheelchair Division
The Capital City Half Marathon offers a Wheelchair division. Wheelchair athletes can compete against other participants in the Half Marathon.
Race Photos
Our photographers will be shooting participants on the course and at the finish.
