Information & Updates - September 17, 2014 Edition
MVP HEALTH CARE ROCHESTER MARATHON
Sunday, September 21, 2014 - Rochester, New York  
4 More Days
until the 
MVP Health Care
Rochester Marathon!! 
This newsletter contains important 
participant information,  
so please read thoroughly!

This newsletter contains a ton of participant information relevant to Sunday's MVP Health Care Rochester Marathon. So PLEASE read it fully and carefully so you are most informed for race day!

 

We understand that some people may receive this who are not participating in the race, and we apologize for that but want to make sure we are getting all the important information to those who are.  

 

Thank you for your understanding!
PACKET PICK-UP & MARATHON EXPO   

MARATHON EXPO & PACKET PICK-UP ARE THIS WEEK (Friday & Saturday)!!!

 

Please go to Packet Pickup!

Please do not wait until day of to get your packet!

 

Packet pick-up for ALL events will be held at the MVP Health Care Rochester Marathon Expo on September 19th & 20th. The Expo will be held at the Gallery located next to Fleet Feet Sports Rochester (155 Culver Road, Rochester, NY 14620) and is being presented by Fleet Feet Sports Rochester. Be sure to check out the great deals on running apparel, accessories, footwear and official marathon merchandise.

 

Packet Pick-Up/Expo hours:
    Friday, September 19, 2014        10:00 am - 7:00 pm

    Saturday, September 20, 2014    10:00 am - 4:00 pm

 

You can also register at Packet Pick-Up for all events. 

Online Registration ends Sunday, September 21st at 6:00 am.   

  

There is no day-of registration on-site at the event!!
However, you can register online until 6:00 am race morning from your computer or cell phone, and pick up your bib between 5:30 am -7:00 am at Frontier Field.

 

It is highly encouraged to go to packet pickup and not wait until race day to get your packet. If you can't make packet pick-up on Friday or Saturday, there will be packet pick-up on Race Day at Frontier Field between 5:30 am - 7:00 am.  

 

  

RACE DAY SCHEDULE  

5:30 am - 7:00 am

Packet Pick-Up at Frontier Field for participants  

who did not get their packet at Expo

 

6:00 am - 7:00 am

Runners walk to starting line

 

7:00 am - 7:15 am

Marathon & Relay participants line up at starting line: Andrews Street Bridge

 

7:15 am - 7:25 am

Introductions & National Anthem

 

 7:30 am

Race Begins for Full Marathon & Marathon Relay

(Half Marathon participants line up at starting line after Full & Relay Start)

 

7:45 am

Race Begins For Half Marathon

 

11:00 am (approx)

Awards Ceremony for Half Marathon

 

12:00 pm (approx)

Awards Ceremony for Full Marathon & Relay Teams

 

2:30 pm

Course Closes 

RELAY TEAM INFORMATION 

Important Timing Information  

for Relay Teams

Each Relay Team member will receive a bib with the team name on it. None of these bibs will have the timing chip attached to it. Your team will also receive ONE bib with the word "TIMING" on it. This timing bib has a timing chip attached to the back and it will be attached to a belt. This belt will have to be passed & worn by each member of the team while running their respective legs. For example, if you are running "Leg 1", you will wear the belt with the timing bib and after you are done with your leg, you will then pass it to your team member who is running "Leg 2", etc. Whoever is running the final leg needs to be wearing this belt to be sure that your team time registers at the finish line.


Relay Course

The team relay course is the same as the marathon course. Participants must have a minimum of three or a maximum of four runners per team. Distances covered by each relay runner are approximately six to seven miles. If a team consists of three members, one member will be required to run two relay leg distances (they can be consecutive legs but they do not have to be). There is parking at each of the Relay Exchange Points, but the 3rd exchange (Clinton at the Erie Canal) has very limited parking.

 

Each relay exchange point will have water available for

Relay participants & porta-potties.

  

The Relay Exchange Points are as follows:

 

Leg 1: from the starting line to the St. John Fisher

Park & Ride lot is 6.5 miles.

  

Leg 2: from the St. John Fisher Park & Ride lot to the Burgundy Basin Inn is 6 miles.

  

Leg 3: from the Burgundy Basin Inn to Clinton at the Erie Canal is 7.5 miles.

  

Leg 4: from Clinton to the finish line at Frontier Field is 6.2 miles.


Relay Shuttle Buses 
Shuttle Buses will be available to take you to the relay points and to pick up Relay runners and return them to Frontier Field. Click here to find the Relay Shuttle Bus schedule. We ask that all runners are patient in terms of waiting for the shuttle buses to return you to Frontier Field. The course must be navigated by the buses as safely as possible, so your patience will be greatly appreciated. Shuttle buses will be provided to only participants that are wearing their race numbers. No spectators will be allowed on these buses.
 
PARTICIPANT
INFORMATION 
Pasta Dinner 
There will be Pasta Dinner special at our host hotel, The Strathallan (550 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14607) on Saturday, September 20th from 5:00 - 9:00 pm. The dinner will be located on the rooftop in their beautiful Ninth Floor - Cityview space. The cost is $15.00 per person and you can pay for it that night.  

Timing Details

We will be timing the race using the MyLaps BibTag System. Your timing chip is on the back of your bib. By following just a few simple directions you can help make the timing of the race go smoothly:

  • It is very important that the bib is worn on the front torso of each participant. Not on your shorts, or arm, or back or under a jacket. It MUST, MUST, MUST be visible on the front of your torso.
  • Both "net time" (the time from crossing the start line to crossing the finish line) and "gun time" (from the time the gun goes off to crossing the finish line) will be provided in the official results. All awards and placing are determined by the official "gun time". "Net time" is provided for the runner's convenience and is not used for placing or awards.
  • If you lose, forget or misplace your bib on race day, there is a $5.00 replacement fee. No chip, no time.
Parking
We suggest on race day morning that you park at Frontier Field and walk the � mile to the starting line. The finish line will be on Morrie Silver Way in front of Frontier Field, so once you finish you will be conveniently close to your vehicle. Free parking is available to all participants and spectators in the parking lots surrounding Frontier Field. Parking Lot C is located on Plymouth Avenue & Lot D is located on Morrie Silver Way.

  

The Course 
  A course map can be found on our website here.   Please note that the starting line for the Full Marathon and Marathon Relay participants is on the Andrews Street Bridge, the Half Marathon starting line will also be on the Andrews Street Bridge. The starting line is only a half mile from Frontier Field, which eliminates the need for shuttle buses to the start, which ensures everyone can park at Frontier Field.  The finish line will be on Morrie Silver Way in front of Frontier Field, so once you finish you will be back at Frontier Field conveniently close to your vehicle.

On Course Services 

Water will be available on the course at approximate 1 � - 2 mile intervals as well as at the Start/Finish area. Fluid electrolyte drink will also be available. On the Full course, it will be near miles 5, 7, 9 � , 11, 13 �, 16, 18, 21, 23 � and 24 �. On the Half course it will be near miles 5 �, 8, 10 � , 11 �. Clif Shot Gel will be available on the Full course at water stops located near miles 9 � & 18 and on the Half course near mile 7. Port-o-lets will be available at the Start/Finish area and at the relay exchange points. Bicycle patrol will be on the course on a continuous basis. Medical aid can be summoned by any of the bike patrols, road marshals, or at any water stop. The main Medical Tent will be located at the finish line. For specific information on where water stops are located, please click here.

   

Road Closures on Race Day

There will be some road closures & delays the morning of the race. The race begins at 7:30 am on Andrews Street in downtown Rochester, with the course closing at 2:30 pm. But please keep in mind that roads will be re-open as the final runner passes each checkpoint. We appreciate the efforts of the Police Departments and the Monroe County Sheriff Department, who along with volunteer road marshals will do their very best to lessen the impact to the community while keeping the runners and walkers out of harm's way.  For a detailed listing of road closures click here.     

  

Pace Leaders

Pace groups led by experienced pacers for a variety of times will be provided by Fleet Feet Sports. Run with experiences runners on a steady pace and meet your time goal. There is no need to sign up. Just look for the sign for the time you'd like to finish at the starting line. The Pacers will also be wearing Fleet Feet Sports Pace Leader shirts.  Please note: In the end, you are responsible for your own pace and finish time. The Pace Leader is a volunteer role. While the pacers are trained and experienced marathoners, anything can happen during the event.

 
 
Full Marathon Pace Leaders: 
3:30   Chris Patterson  
3:45   John Sabatine  
4:00   Kevin McPherson  
4:15   Liz Pfleghardt  
4:30   Michael Bray  
5:00   Tim Cassidy  

Half Marathon Pace Leaders: 
1:45   Jim McLaughlin 
1:50   Peter Donald 
2:00   Wendy Abbott 
2:10   Bambi Jasmin 
2:15   Kathy Reardon 
2:30   Rob Jacob 

Course Time Limit 

There is a 7-hour course limit for the Full Marathon. If you are not keeping up to pace, you will be allowed to stay on the course, but may be asked to move to the side of the road or sidewalk, so traffic can resume. At this point, the course will no longer be supported by traffic control, Road Marshals, Water Stops or finish line. So please be sure to plan accordingly. 

  

Bag Drop

Drop bags delivered from the start line to the finish line will be available courtesy of Fleet Feet Sports. By following just a few simply directions you can help make the delivery of drop bags go smoothly.

  • You must use the supplied bag as your drop bag. Bags can be picked up at the race expo on Friday or Saturday as well as at the start line. We can not accept other bags or items not in bags for delivery.
  • At the start, you will bring your drop bag to the designated area.
  • All items that you wish to have delivered from the start to the finish must fit inside the drop bag.
  • Be sure to write your bib number on the front of the bag.
  • The Drop bags will be delivered back to Frontier Field immediately after the start of the race. The Drop Bag truck will be located in the parking lot across from the stage. Show your bib number and you'll be given your bag.
  • You will not be able to claim your bag if you don't have your bib!

Any bag not claimed by 2:00 pm on marathon day will be donated to charity.

  

Post Race Services

Participant post-race recovery services and refreshments will be located at Frontier Field in the food tent at the Post Race Party sponsored by G&G Revolution.  There will also be a Fleet Feet Sports Recovery Zone located in the finish line area.  The Fleet Feet Staff and local Massage Therapists and Chiropractors will be onsite. This area is FREE and a great opportunity for a post race massage. 

 
There will be a live band at the finish line and food available for spectators to purchase. The YMCA will also be providing a bounce house for family fun!  We will have "Spectator Bingo" on race day.  Bingo boards will be available at the Expo.  Please advise friends and family who will be coming out to cheer you on to think about bringing a lawn chair or blanket to sit on.   

After Party 

After the race, the Genesee Brew House will be hosting an After Party. After the race, walk across the bridge to enjoy the after party at Genesee Brew House! Bring your race bib with you to get your first drink for FREE! There will be music, food and drink specials from noon-3pm!   

  

Results

There will be Finish Line Kiosks located near the finish line at Frontier Field. After you finish, simply type in your bib number and your results will come up on the screen. Complete results can be found following the race at www.yellowjacketracing.com.  

 

Awards Ceremony 

The awards ceremony will start at 11:00 am for the Half Marathon and at 12:00 noon for the Full Marathon & Marathon Relay. These are approximate times. The actual time of the ceremonies will be dependent on when we get the final results. Feel free to enjoy the live band, food, Fleet Feet Recovery Zone and other runner amenities while you watch your fellow competitors cross the finish line. For more information on the prizes, please click here.

 

Participant Photographs
Photos of participants crossing the finish line and various photos taken on the course will be taken by T Wellott Photography. Details on how to purchase photos will be available on the marathon website under the "Photos" link. Be sure to give us your email address when you pick up your race packet. That will enable you to look at and order your race day photos from T Wellott Photography.

Race Day Alteration Policy 

To ensure the safety of our participants during the MVP Health Care Rochester Marathon, the Medical Director and Race Director will make decisions regarding the cancellation or alteration of the race when weather or other physical conditions present a danger to participants.  A copy of this policy was sent out with the runner confirmations and can also be found at www.RochesterMarathon.com. Please be sure to review it. In the event of extreme weather, the race crew members at the water tables will be ready to inform you about conditions that may affect your safety. There will be signs posted at the water stops notifying you of these updates. Please pay attention to these and modify your pace and hydration according to your needs. These volunteers are to assist you in your safety. If you find yourself running in unfavorable conditions, please take the initiative and use your best judgment to take care of yourself on the course.   

Race Etiquette   

Please remember to be considerate of your fellow participants, especially while on the Canal Path, which is narrow. During this portion, other runners may want to pass, so be sure to move to the side if someone behind you says, "Excuse me" or "Coming through". It's proper race etiquette to let that person through. Headphones are discouraged since they distract you from being able to listen for instructions being called out by Road Marshals or Bike Patrol and from hearing when other runners are trying to get by. Please be sure to pay attention to what is going on around you during the race.

SOME FINAL REMINDERS!     

Remember on race day to wear your Bib Number with the chip attached, it is the only way your time will be accounted for!

 

Please give yourself enough time to walk the � mile from Frontier Field to the Starting Line.

 

Please work with the traffic control entities throughout the race. We want to provide you a safe course.

 

If at any time you feel you cannot complete the rest of your event, please move to the side, locate a water stop, road marshal or bike patrol and notify them of same. They will take appropriate action.

 

If a runner is in need of medical attention, please notify the closest traffic control officer, road marshal, bike patrol or water stop and let them make the 911 call. All 911 calls will be made from the Frontier Field Command Post.

 

If inclement weather occurs, please listen to course closure information from the traffic control officers, road marshals, bike patrol or water tables. They will provide further instructions.

 

After you cross the finish and receive your medal you will head to the participant post-race area. The refreshments in this area are for participants only, and with your bib number you will have access to them.  

 

Frontier Field will have some vendors open in order that your friends and family can purchase food and drinks.

Please be aware that dogs are not allowed in Frontier Field.

 

Please thank all volunteers along the course and at Frontier Field. They have given up their own day to make sure you have a safe and memorable marathon experience.

IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER!! Full Marathon, Half Marathon & Team Relay     
Run or Walk a Marathon, Half Marathon or Relay!
September 21, 2014

 

The MVP Health Care Rochester Marathon features a flat, fast course that is also a Boston Qualifier! The course is truly unique and exciting, combining the fun and energy of running through the Downtown Rochester area with the scenic path of the historic Erie Canal and Genesee River.

 
Current Registration Fees:
Full Marathon  $100
Half Marathon $75
Relay Team  $180

Start Times: 

 Marathon & Relay  7:30 am

Half Marathon   7:45 am  

 
Sign-up now!  

 
Online Registration Ends
Sunday, September 21st at 6:00 am.

There is no day-of registration at the event.  However, you can register online until 6:00 am race morning from your computer or cell phone, and pick up your bib between 5:30 am -7:00 am
at Frontier Field.


For more information on the MVP Health Care Rochester Marathon, please visit our website at

 www.RochesterMarathon.com  

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