DO YOU LIMIT THE NUMBER OF RUNNERS IN EACH RACE?
The Half Marathon and 10 Miler are limited to 1,250 runners.  The 5K is limited to 400 runners.

 

WILL YOU HAVE PACERS?
There are no pacers for the Half Marathon, 10 Miler, or 5K events.  Runners will self-seed in corrals based on their anticipated finish time. Corrals with pace signs will be marked in the start chute. The faster runners will be in the front, the slower runners will be in the back.

 

CAN I HAVE CELL PHONES, FRIENDS, STROLLERS, DOGS ON THE COURSE?
We encourage you to invite friends and family to cheer you on along the course, but they are only allowed to run with you if they are registered runners. Per USA Track & Field rules, elements that could impede the safety of runners, such as bikes, skates, skateboards, strollers and pets on the course, are not allowed. The safety of our runners is our number one priority. By signing or clicking ’I Accept’ on any Northshore Half Marathon registration race waiver, you are agreeing to abide by the Rules of Competition.

 

CAN I WEAR HEADPHONES?
Yes, music devices with headphones are permitted to use on the course; however, participants must be alert to their surroundings at all times and must pay attention to important announcements made at the start and along the course. 

 

CAN I SWITCH RACES?
Yes, you may switch to any race.  Fees may apply for any race distance change.  Race bibs are assigned according to what race you are registered for.  If you do not officially change your registered distance, your time scoring will not be accurate and you may not receive the appropriate finisher medal.  

The Transfer Event option can be found by logging on to RunSignUp, navigating to Profile > Upcoming Events > Manage Registration > Transfer Event. The Transfer Event option can be either located on the top of the page or on the left of the page. 

 

WHAT IF I LOSE SOMETHING THE DAY OF THE RACE?
Lost & Found is located near the awards area.  After the event, please contact info@northshorehalfmarathon.com to see if items were turned in.  Clothing items left in the start areas and along the course are immediately donated to charity and are not kept in Lost & Found.

 

GEAR CHECK

IS THERE A PLACE TO DROP BAGS AT THE START LINE?
No. Due to the close proximity of the parking area, no gear check is provided. 

 

PARKING

WHERE SHOULD I PARK ON RACE DAY?
There is plenty of parking on Race Day near the start/finish line. Park entrance fees are included in your race registration.  Parking attendants will be on-site race morning directing traffic and ensuring you park appropriately. 

 

START & FINISH

WHERE DOES THE RACE START AND FINISH?
The Half Marathon, 10 Miler, and 5K will start and finish in Fontainebleau State Park near the large pavilions along the waterfront.  If you enter the park on the main road and continue straight, you can't miss it.  Detailed maps are posted online and emailed to all registered runners prior to the event.

 

WILL THERE BE CORRALS?
Yes. The corrals are self-seeded by anticipated pace per mile. The faster runners will be in the front, the slower runners will be in the back around the traffic circle.

 

WHERE CAN I MEET MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS AFTER THE RACE?
The easiest way to find your family and friends after the race is to have a plan beforehand.  Picking an area near the pavilions in the post-race area or in the parking lot by your vehicle are good options.