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Yes, we allow shirt exchanges at all events post race.
Maybe. Shirt inventory is ordered based on the shirt guarantee date of each event. When a race starts, all unclaimed shirts become available on a first come, first served basis.
Any items/packets left unclaimed after the start of the race on race day will be made available to registrants and for exchange. Should there be remaining items after race day, you may pickup your unclaimed items during normal business hours at Dave’s Running Shop in Perrysburg for one week following the race. Items are typically available in the afternoon on Monday following the race.
Yes, unless otherwise noted. No retractable leashes are allowed.
We strongly encourage you to pickup your award on race day.
To ensure accurate results, and photography, your bib must be worn on the front of your torso on the outermost layer. Any modification to your bib may restuls in accurate or missing results. (folding, putting on your leg, pinning to your back, wearing under a hydrapack, etc.)
Age limits for our races are based on USATF guidelines for maintaining the developmental safety of youth. Minimum age limits (age on race day) for each of our distances are as follows:
- Kids events = 2-15 (varies by event)
- 5k or less = 6
- 8k = 9
- 10k = 9
- Quarter marathon = 9
- Half marathon = 13
- Marathon = 16
- Ultra marathon = 18
- Bring your race confirmation email with QR Code and a photo ID.Your signed health waiver, as necessary.
- Your complete vaccination card, as necessary.
- Your USA Triathlon Member ID card (if a multi-sport event).
- Copy or photo on mobile device of others’ photo ID, their printed and signed health waiver, and a copy or photo on mobile device of their complete vaccination card (as necessary).
- Per USA Triathlon rules, you may NOT pickup anyone else’s packet for a multi-sport event.
REGISTRATION POLICY — We know that unexpected things happen that may change your ability to attend a race, so we make it easy for registered participants to manage their entry with multiple options. Your chosen option must be initiated and approved 14 days prior to race day of the event for which you’re registered.
- Transfer your existing entry to any qualifying Run Toledo owned, or managed event in the same calendar year. Contact us directly to support this process.
- Defer your new entry to the same event in the following calendar year. Contact us directly to support this process.
- Recoup your entry fee by transferring your race bib to another person who hasn’t signed up yet. The process is easily managed through your personal runsignup.com/profile. Learn how: Video Tutorial
Refund Policy — Should an in-person event be cancelled and the transfer or defer options are not suitable for any reason, registrants may request a refund of 75% of their entry fee.
Once runners begin crossing the finish line on race day, results can be viewed online. You can scan the QR code on your BIB, or visit the results link from the race page of our website immediately after finishing to see results.
Why does my GPS device show a different distance than the event?
If you have ever seen a discrepancy between your GPS device and the race distance, this is common.
How are Courses Measured?
Courses are measured using the shortest possible route by mapping a path that includes straight lines between the corners or s-curves of each turn in the course. If you run-the-tangents, you’re going to have faster times.
To ensure accuracy, two measurements are made that must be within 0.08% difference.
How GPS Watches Work
GPS noise is the biggest factor in watch accuracy. A GPS watch has an accuracy of around 16 feet, causing your actual position to record a longer path than the one you run. Even if you run a perfectly straight line, your watch will track you slightly to the left or right. Zoom in on your Strava map and you’ll see this GPS noise. Over the distance of a race, these small inaccuracies accumulate, leading to a longer distance showing on your watch compared to the official course measurement. The difference isn’t a reflection of a miscalculated course but rather a characteristic of GPS technology. The next time you find a discrepancy between your GPS watch and the race distance, remember it’s a common aspect of using GPS technology in running.
No. All races will be run as scheduled. Should unsafe weather conditions occur on race day, the Race Director, in consultation with the safety team, will make delay or course modification decisions as needed. Communication will occur through email, social, and onsite announcements.