Celebrate Like A Champion!
Columbus, Ohio — May 5, 2012
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Event Details
Date: May 5, 2012
Distances: Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 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
Starting Times
- 7:30 AM Kids Mascot Chase
- 8:00 AM Half Marathon
- 8:00 AM Quarter Marathon
- 8:20 AM Commit To Be Fit Fun Run and Walk
Starting Line: Corner of Broad St. and Civic Center Drive
Gear Check
Details Coming Soon!
Starting Corrals and Wave Start
To continue on our quest to make your race day experience remarkable at the Capital City Half and 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.
2012 Corral times TBA.
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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Elevation Chart: Coming Soon!
Turn-by-turn course directions: Coming Soon!
Course Support:
- The Half Marathon will be supported with 10 re-fueling stations and 1 GU station along the course.
- The Quarter Marathon will be supported with 6 re-fueling stations along the course.
- The 5K will be supported with 1 re-fueling station along the course.
Refueling Drink: Coming Soon!
Gu Flavor: Coming Soon!
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 18:19 minutes per mile. Anyone who cannot maintain the 18:19-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, Quarter Marathon or 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
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 finishers 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.
Awards for The Capital City Half Marathon
1st, 2nd and 3rd overall men and women (Half Marathon Only)
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.
