2010 Half Marathon Results
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Half Marathon Details
Runners of all ages and ability levels will enjoy crisp, cool running weather in April, in a setting that surrounds them with snow-capped peaks contrasting with spring blossoms, all along a flat and slightly downhill 13.1 mile course. The Marathon, Half marathon, and Bike Tour all start at the Olympic Legacy Bridge at the University of Utah, the site of the 2002 Winter Olympic Athlete Village. The gentle course then skirts the base of the towering Wasatch Mountains, passes by cozy neighborhoods and elegant estates, and winds through Salt Lake’s legendary wide streets, into the city center. Here, the music will absolutely rock, the energy will surge, and crowds of enthusiastic spectators will cheer participants on, all the way to the electric finish at the Olympic Legacy Plaza at The Gateway, in downtown Salt Lake.
The Salt Lake City Half Marathon is certified and sanctioned through USATF. Divisions include open, masters, and 17 age groups.
Date and Time
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Bike Tour: 6:00 am
Wheelchair and Hand cycle start: 6:10 am
Marathon Early Start: 6:15 am
Marathon start: 7:00 am
Half Marathon start: 7:00 am
5K: 7:30 am
Kid’s Marathon: 10:45 am
Registration Fee Schedule
| Event |
April 22 - May 9, '10 |
May 10 - July 30, '10 |
Aug. 1 - Oct. 31, '10 |
Nov. 1 - Dec. 31, '10 |
Jan. 1 - Feb. 28, '11 |
Mar. 1 - April 12, '11 |
Expo |
| Marathon |
$65 |
$70 |
$75 |
$80 |
$90 |
$95 |
$110 |
| Half Marathon |
$45 |
$55 |
$60 |
$65 |
$75 |
$80 |
$95 |
| Bike Tour |
$30 |
$35 |
$35 |
$35 |
$40 |
$45 |
$50 |
| 5K |
$25 |
$30 |
$30 |
$30 |
$35 |
$37 |
$42 |
Transportation to the Start Line
For Marathoners and Half Marathoners, UTA TRAX will provide free transportation for all Salt Lake City Marathon & Half Marathon participants beginning at 4:30am at the Gateway/Energy Solutions Arena stop and all along the TRAX University Line. Each TRAX train is approximately 21 minutes to the starting line. Participants must show their race bib to board free. There is NO Parking at the Marathon start line.
There are also plenty of parking lots and meters available at and around The Gateway for race participants, volunteers and spectators on race day, and meters on Saturday are Free. For more information on parking at the Gateway visit http://www.shopthegateway.com/
The Course
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Start 1.87 M 3.74 M 5.61 M 7.49 M 9.35 M 11.22 M Finish
Aid Stations
The Half marathon course will have 7 aid stations spaced approximately 1.7 – 1.9 miles apart. Each aid station will have water and Powerade.
Restroom facilities are located at the Marathon and Half Marathon starts and at all 7 aid stations including the finish line.
Medical personnel will be available throughout the course to cover minor medical issues. Each aid station will have communication to immediate E.M.T. and ambulance service.
Event Weekend
The weekend will be filled with spectacular entertainment and parties. A fun-filled pre-event Fitness Expo and Cannella’s Pasta Party will keep runners psyched for the run.
Two days prior to Marathon Saturday, The Quality of Life Expo will be held at the Salt Palace Convention Center on:
Thursday, April 15 - 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Friday, April 16 - 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
The expo features a variety of vendors specializing in running related gear, training programs, latest technology, race opportunities, nutrition, and more. All participants will be required to pick up their race packets, including their shirt, bib #, and timing chip.
The Fitness Expo will take place on the Thursday and Friday preceding the race and will showcase exciting exhibitors as well as provide two days for packet pickup.
Load up on pre-race carbs at the Cannella’s Pasta Party, scheduled for Friday, April 16 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Tickets are $15 and must be ordered online and then picked up at will call at the expo. There is limited seating, so reserve your tickets now. Cannella’s is located at 500 South 200 East in downtown Salt Lake City. (add link)
Start Line Location
The marathon start line is located at the George S. Eccles Legacy Bridge (cross streets of Wasatch Drive and South Campus Drive) on the University of Utah Campus near the Fort Douglas TRAX station. This is approximately two miles from downtown Salt Lake City. There will be restrooms, water, medical, and gear bag drop available for full marathon and half marathon only. There are also grassy areas on which to warm up and stretch prior to the race. There is no participant parking available at the starting line. It is recommended that you park at The Gateway Plaza (finish line) and ride TRAX to the starting line.
Gear Bag Drop
You can check your gear in at the gear check area, located at the Marathon and Half Marathon start area. We suggest that you use your provided goody bag from the expo to store your gear. You will be asked to use your gear check tag, located on your bib # to identify your bag. Gear bags will be transported to the finish line area and may be picked up in the finish line festival area at The Gateway Plaza.
Age Group Awards and Medallions
Award medals will be presented three deep in all age divisions for the marathon, half marathon and 5K for both male and female categories. The Awards Ceremony will take place at the Finish Line Festival Stage, located at The Gateway. Stay posted for scheduled times.
Age Group Divisions
11 & under (5K & Half Marathon Only)
12-14 (5K & Half Marathon Only)
15-18
19-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80-84
85-89
90+
Clydesdales: Males over 200 lbs. (honor system)
Athena: Females over 140 lbs. (honor system)
Finish Line and Festival
The finish line will be filled with spirit, music and celebration. The last mile of the course is a lively Celebration Station, filled with crowds of well-wishers and more energy than you thought possible! Live bands will be performing on the entertainment stages and there will be plenty of fun diversions for participants, their families and friends.
Each marathon and half marathon participant will receive a finisher medallion at the conclusion of their run. Fun interactive exhibits for adults and children, as well as great food and great music will all be part of the festivities to help celebrate and cheer on the athletes.
Bib and Packet Pickup
Bib and Packet Pick-up will be conducted at the Salt Palace Convention Center, Hall D located in Downtown Salt Lake City, 100 South, West Temple on Thursday, April 15, 2010 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, & Friday, April 16, 2010 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. (expo open until 8:00 pm)
All participants MUST pick up their bib & race packet at this location!
There will be NO race day packet pickup and packets will not be mailed!
If a participant is unable to pick-up their packet and goody bag at the Quality of Life Expo, the participant may authorize someone else to pick it up for them. This person will need to present a signed note from the participant authorizing the pick-up and a copy of the participant's ID.
Race Photography
Every marathon, half marathon and 5K runner will have their photo taken at the finish line and will have the opportunity to purchase these. Please make sure your bib number is clearly visible during your run and at the finish line to help with photo identification.
To view your race photos, please go to www.marathonfoto.com
Scoring / Timing
The Salt Lake City Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K has selected the MyLaps Timing System (formerly ChampionChip) for the scoring and timing for this year’s event.
MyLaps utilizes a computerized timing system that records each runner's actual running time. Timing starts when participants cross the starting line mat and stops at the finish line. Your finish time is calculated precisely when you cross the finish line mat. Salt Lake City Marathon provides chip timing as a service to all our participants. Cash prizes are awarded based on gun time. Division winners are based on chip time.
This new system will have the timing chip all ready permanently attached to the back of your bib number.
All participants must pick up their bib number at the Quality of Life Expo on Thursday, April 15th and Friday, April 16th.
You will not need to surrender your chip at the finish line!
If you do not wear your bib number properly, you will not be timed.
For more details go to www.mylaps.com
Half Marathon Course Prohibitions
Runners going backwards, animals, bicycles, baby joggers and roller skates are all prohibited. No wheeled vehicles are allowed.
Pace
As a courtesy to our community and with direction from the Salt Lake City Police Department we ask that our runners maintain a maximum 13 minute 45 second per mile pace. The finishing time at this pace is 3 hours. Should you fall below this pace, you may be asked to continue the run on the sidewalk adjacent to our course. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Weather
The average high temperature over the last 15 years for the date of April 17th has been 64° F.
The average low temperature over the last 15 years for the date of April 17th has been 40° F.
Volunteer
The Salt Lake City Bike Tour would not be possible, if not for our wonderful volunteers! There are a variety of volunteer activities available – something for everyone!