Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
Q: Can I transfer my registration to another person or roll over my registration to the next year?
A: There are absolutely no transfers, roll overs, or refunds given for any reason, including medical reasons. However, you can change your registration from one event to another. For example, if you registered for the
marathon, you may change your registration to the half marathon.
If you wish to change from the half marathon to the marathon, you would need
to pay the difference between the price you paid for the half marathon and
the current price for the marathon.
Q: Can I pick up my Bib and Chip on Sunday?
A: There is no Day-of-Race Bib and Chip Packet Pick-up. All Bib
and Chip Packets must be picked up on Friday November 28th or
Saturday November 29th at the Westin Seattle.
Q: Can I register Day-of-Race?
A: There are
no Day-of-Race registration or event changes. You may register at
the Westin Seattle on Friday November 28th 11:00am-8:00pm or Saturday
November 29th 11:00am-8:00pm. Event changes may be made at this time as
well.
Q: When can I pick up my Bib and Chip?
A:
Bib and Chip Packet Pick up is on Friday November 28th 11:00am-8:00pm or Saturday
November 29th 11:00am-8:00pm at the Westin Seattle.
After picking up your packet, go through the EXPO to pick up your
participant shirts and Goody Bags. The Seattle Westin is located at 1900 Fifth Avenue in downtown Seattle.
Q: Can someone else pick up my packet?
A: Yes. All you have to do is give them a note signed by you giving them permission.
Q: Where is the Start Line?
A: Seattle
Center in front of the Experience Music Project (EMP), between Broad
and Harrison on 5th. A map is located in the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2008 Official Event Guide and our event information pages.
Q: Will I get an E-mail with my results?
A: If you provide an email address you will receive an email with your results within 10 minutes of crossing the finish line.
Q: Will there be pacers?
A: We will have the Super Jock 'n Jill/Chuckit Pacer Team for the Full and Half Marathon. They will be providing pacers for a Half Marathon finish time of 1:30, 1:45. 2:00, 2:20 and 2:45. Full Marathon paces will be provided for finish times of 3:30, 3:45, 4:00 and 4:45. These times are several Boston Qualifying times for different age groups, check the Boston Athletic Association website for more details. If you would like to find out info about the pacers you may do so by inquiring at the SJJ booth in EXPO from 11:00pm-8:00pm Friday November 28th and 11:00am-7:00pm Saturday November 29th. If you want to meet the pacers you can do so on Saturday at 3:30pm at the SJJ booth in EXPO.
Q: Do I get a shirt with my entry or do I have to pay
extra for it?
A: Registered participants will receive a
long sleeve technical fabric shirt with their entry. These shirts
are picked up at the Westin Seattle when participants pick up their
bib and chip. Additional souvenir type Finisher shirts may be
purchased, as well as other merchandise including hats and
sweatshirts, online at www.seattlemarathon.org, at EXPO and the
Victory Recovery Area in the Seattle Center Exposition Hall.
Q: Where do I pick up my Finishers Shirt?
A: Finisher Shirts will be available for pickup in the Bib & Chip Packet Pickup area. Please pick up your packet first then your finisher shirt. Then proceed to EXPO to get your goody bag and participant shirt.
Q: Where can I buy a Finishers Shirt?
A: Finisher Shirts will be available to buy at the merchandise booth at EXPO as well as the merchandise booth in the Victory Recovery area, however you are not guaranteed a shirt unless you have preordered. Limited sizes and quantities available.
Q: What do I do if I don't have a confirmation
card?
A: All packets are organized by event and then
alphabetically by last name. You will not need a confirmation card
to pick up your packet. However, if you are picking up a packet for
a friend, you will need his or her confirmation card or a note.
Q: When and where is the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2008
EXPO?
A: The Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2008 EXPO is
Friday November 28th 11:00am-8:00pm and Saturday November 29th 11:00am-7:00pm at the Westin
Seattle's Grand Ballroom.
Q: Where do I park on Sunday Morning?
A:
Wherever you can find parking. Street parking is free on Sunday, and
there are also several lots in the area.
Q: Can the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2008 be used as a Boston Qualifier?
A: Yes, please visit the Boston Athletic Association website for more details.
Q: How hilly is the course?
A: The course is
moderately hilly with long stretches of flat. There is a course map
with an elevation chart included in the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2008 Event Guide. You may also view the elevation chart here as a PDF (1380k) or a brief synopsis as a JPG (33k).
Q: How far is the Start Line from the Westin
Seattle?
A: About ¾ of a mile.
Walking route to the Start from the Westin Hotel:
You may also walk to the Start of your event by heading North on 5th Ave. Follow the Monorail track (running above 5th Ave.) to the start at 5th and Harrison. The start is approximately 8 blocks from the Westin.
Q: How far is it to the airport from the finish
line?
A: About 15.59 Miles. Estimated time without
traffic, 26 minutes.
Q: How is this race being timed?
A: All
events will be timed using the Winning Time Chip Technology. Each
participant will be given a special, unique transponder that will be
used to record your start and finish time. All results are based on
Gun-time, however an "actual time" will be given to each participant
as well as split times along the course. The chip must be returned at the finish line, a $30 fee
will be charged for each unreturned chip.
Q: Where are the splits times recorded along the course?
A: Split times will be recorded at the half way point for each event.
Q: May I use my Champion Chip?
A: No. This
race is timed using the Winning Time Chip. It will be given to you
when you pick up your packet and must be returned when you cross the
finish line. The two systems are not compatible.
Q: Where can I sign up to volunteer?
A: This
web site, or call the Seattle Marathon Association office to sign up
as a volunteer or you may sign up outside of the main doors going
into the Grand Ballroom at the Volunteer Sign Up Table on November
28th & 29th at the Westin Seattle.
Q: What should I wear during the Run/Walk?
A: Breathable clothing such as Polypropylene and Coolmax are
materials that wick away moisture and keep you at a comfortable
temperature. Avoid cotton. Be aware that long runs may cause
chafing. Wear appropriate clothing.
Q: Where can I put clothing for after the race?
A: There will be an area for checking clothing at Memorial
Stadium in the north side bleachers. A bag for clothing check will be provided in your goody bag.
Q: What is the weather going to be like?
A:
Historically, late fall weather in Seattle has cloudy but calm skies
and temperatures in the low to mid 40's. Always expect rain.
Q: What time does the race start?
A:
Marathon at 8:15am, Half Marathon at 7:30am, Marathon Walk at 7:15am, Half Marathon
Walk at 7:45am on Sunday November 30th at 5th & Harrison. The Kids Marathon
is at 10:00am on Saturday November 29th at 5th & Republican. The 5K
Run is at 9:00am on Saturday November 29th at Myrtle Edwards Park.
Q: How long is the course open?
A: Due to traffic and safety concerns, it is necessary
to officially re-open all event routes to regular vehicular traffic
at 2:15 p.m. This allows for a 7-hour Marathon Walk Finish and a
6-hour Marathon run finish. There will be limited on-course aid
stations, Course Marshalls, and police support after the course
closes. Participants may continue along the course after the
official closure by obeying all standard traffic control devices.
Finish line staff and essential services will remain until every
athlete has completed the event. Additionally, all marathon
participants still on the I-90 floating bridge after 11:00 a.m. will
be bussed to the end of the bridge and allowed to Finish the marathon
(allows a 25 min/mile pace for walkers and an 18 min/mile pace for
runners).
Q: What time are they handing out awards?
A:
Half Marathon Men's & Women's Overall awards at 9:30am; Half
Marathon Age Division awards at 11:00am; Marathon Men's Overall
awards at 1:30pm; Marathon Women's Overall awards at 12:00pm; Marathon Age
Division awards at 1:30pm. All awards ceremonies will be in the Victory Recovery Area at the Seattle Center Exposition Hall.
Q: What awards will be given out?
A: The top
3 men and women overall, the top Master Man and Woman and the top
three active military men and women will be given awards. Also, Age Division Awards in
5-year age groupings will be given. There will be awards for
wheelchair participants.
Q: What time and where is the pasta dinner?
A: The Carbo Load dinner is at 6:00pm on Saturday November 29th at the Westin
Seattle.
Q: How long is a Marathon?
A: A marathon is
26.2 miles; a half marathon is 13.1 miles.
Q: Are dogs allowed at the recovery area/finish/course?
A: No. Dogs are not allowed anywhere on the course, at the finish in Memorial Stadium or in the recovery area.
Q: Do you give awards to walkers?
A: No, we only have awards for the Run events, however walkers receive the
same finishers medal and amenities as the runners.
Q: Is the finisher medal the same for walkers and runners?
A: Yes, the medal is the same.
Q: What is the energy drink that will be provided at the
Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2008?
A: Lemon - Lime Gatorade Endurance Formula.
Q: What happens if I become injured after I enter and can not participate?
A: There are no medical comps, rollovers or refunds, nor can you
transfer your registration to another person.
Q: What happens if I am unable to participant in the event after I register?
A: There are no refunds.
Q: What other running and multi-sport events are going on?
A: Visit Active.com for a calendar of upcoming events.
Q: Is the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2008 an AIMS event?
A: Yes, and there are many more AIMS events.
