Frequently Asked Questions
March 15, 2010
PACKET PICKUP / EXPOTIQUE
CAN I CHANGE MY MIND ABOUT WHICH DISTANCE TO RUN?
Switching events is not allowed. To maintain the integrity of the event, we will not be able to accommodate switches from one distance to another.
WHAT IF I REGISTER AND THEN BECOME INJURED OR AM UNABLE TO ATTEND THE RACE?
Your race entry is non-refundable. There are no refunds for canceled entries. In addition, we are unable to transfer entry fees to other Nike races.
CAN I TRANSFER MY REGISTRATION TO ANOTHER RUNNER?
No, your registration, racing bib and timing chip are non-transferable.
CAN SOMEONE ELSE PICK UP MY RACE PACKET ON MY BEHALF?
No, each registered individual must pick up her own race packet. You must bring the confirmation email you will receive in October. You must also bring your ID to packet pick-up. No packets can be picked up without showing a valid ID.
WHERE CAN I PICK UP MY RACE PACKET?
Race packets will be available for pick up only at the Expotique at Union Square on October 14th, 15th, and 16th. Please bring your confirmation email and valid ID.
CAN I PICK UP MY PACKET ON RACE DAY?
No, there will not be packet pick-up on race day. All participants must pick up their packet in person at the Expotique on October 14th, 15th, or 16th. Please bring your confirmation email and valid ID.
PARKING / TRANSPORTATION
WHERE DO I PARK FOR THE EVENT?
In 2010, there will be no shuttles from AT&T park. Instead, participants are encouraged to park at the Fifth and Mission garage located just three blocks south of Union Square. Directions and rates are available at fifthandmission.com. Parking will be available in various additional parking garages within a half-mile of Union Square for a fee. Race organizers are not affiliated with these garages and do not guarantee availability or pricing.
WHAT TYPE OF POST-RACE RUNNER TRANSPORTATION IS OFFERED?
Transportation from the finish line back to Union Square will be available for a fee of $15 at the Expotique.
JFK/The Great Highway
Shuttle Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
Public Transportation
Visit sfmuni.com or call 415.673.MUNI
*Subject to Change
WILL TRANSPORTATION BE AVAILABLE FOR FRIENDS/FAMILY? HOW CAN I PURCHASE TICKETS?
Spectator tickets may be purchased on the round-trip race course shuttle for $15. This shuttle provides transportation from Union Square to designated Family Cheer stations along the course, to the finish line and then back to Union Square. These tickets can be purchased at the time of online registration or during race weekend at the Expotique. Spaces are limited. For more information on the Family Cheer stations, visit the ticket booth at the Expotique.
*Subject to Change
CAN I STILL PURCHASE A TRANSPORTATION TICKET IF I DID NOT PURCHASE ONE WHEN I REGISTERED FOR THE RACE?
Yes, you can purchase participant or spectator(s) transportation tickets at the Expotique ticket booth race weekend. CASH and CHECK only, while spaces are available.
PARTICIPANTS
CAN WALKERS PARTICIPATE IN EITHER THE MARATHON OR HALF MARATHON?
Yes, walkers are welcome in either event. However, all participants must complete the race within 6.5 hours. To complete the full marathon by 1:30pm, you must maintain a pace of 14 minutes per mile (or faster). Participants in the full marathon who have not reached Lake Merced by 12:00pm will be turned around, but will be allowed to complete the rest of the course. Walkers who are not on pace to complete the event before the course closes at 1:30pm will be picked up and transported to the finish by our SAG (Support and Gear) buses. Click here to find out about this year's pace teams. Click here to see our pace points.
HOW MANY RUNNERS DO YOU EXPECT TO PARTICIPATE THIS YEAR?
There will be approximately 20,000 participants.
CAN MEN PARTICIPATE?
Yes, the Nike Women's Marathon welcomes all runners and walkers.
HOW CAN I VOLUNTEER?
We welcome your participation as a volunteer! The event will need thousands of volunteers to staff the aid stations, work the Expotique and offer support to the runners at the start and finish. To volunteer, email nikevolunteer@tricalifornia.com. All volunteers will receive an official race volunteer t-shirt.
THE RACE & COURSE
WILL THE FULL MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON START AT THE SAME LOCATION?
Yes, the full marathon and half marathon both start at Union Square and follow the same course. Half marathon participants will split from the full marathon participants after mile 11.
HOW MANY WATER STATIONS AND PORTO-LETS WILL BE AVAILABLE?
There will be 14 aid stations along the course. Porto-lets will be available at all aid stations.
WHAT IS THE TERRAIN OF THE COURSE?
The Nike Women's Marathon and half marathon courses will remain the same as the courses have been since 2005. The race will kick off in Downtown San Francisco at Union Square and head through the financial district past the famous TransAmerica building. It will then proceed along the San Francisco Bay past Fisherman's Wharf, Aquatic Park, Ghirardelli Square, Fort Mason and Marina Green while revealing breathtaking views of Alcatraz and The Golden Gate Bridge. The course then weaves through the Presidio and Sea Cliff districts, out to the Great Highway, through Golden Gate Park and south around Lake Merced, finishing just north of the Great Highway along the Pacific Ocean. Click here to see the course map.
SHOULD I BE WORRIED ABOUT THE HILLS ON THIS COURSE?
There are no cable car hills on the Nike Women's Marathon course. Many runners find the hills a welcome challenge that offers the reward of spectacular hilltop views of the bay. The course is extremely scenic, covering most of San Francisco coastline.
IS IT A LOOP COURSE OR OUT AND BACK?
The course is a point-to-point race. It begins in downtown San Francisco at Union Square and finishes along the Great Highway at San Francisco's Ocean Beach. Click here to see the course map. Post-race transportation back to the start line is available during online registration.
IS THE COURSE CERTIFIED BY USA TRACK AND FIELD?
Yes, the course is USATF certified.
CAN THIS RACE COUNT TOWARD BOSTON MARATHON QUALIFICATION?
Yes, the Boston Marathon will recognize qualifying times from the Nike Women's Marathon.
WHERE CAN I FIND A COURSE MAP?
This year's course map can be found here.
DO I NEED TO COMPLETE THE COURSE BY A SPECIFIC TIME?
Yes, the marathon and half marathon courses will be open for 6.5 hours. You must finish your race by 1:30pm to receive an official time, Tiffany & Co. Finisher's Necklace and a Nike Dri-FIT Finisher's T-shirt.
WHAT IF I CANNOT COMPLETE THE COURSE IN 6.5 HOURS?
Participants who are unable to complete the full marathon within 6.5 hours will be transported to the finish line by race officials.
HOW MUCH OF THE COURSE SURFACE IS ASPHALT?
The course is about 80% asphalt. Click here to see our pace points.
WHERE CAN MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY CHEER ME ON?
There are various spectator-friendly vistas on the course. Check back soon for information on our Spectator Cheer Stations. Spectator transportation shuttles will also take family and friends to select Family Cheer stations on-course from Union Square before heading to the Finish Line. You can purchase spectator tickets during online registration for $15.
THE EVENT
WHO IS PRODUCING THE EVENT?
For the seventh year, Nike has engaged On Board Entertainment and, in their fifth year, Tri-California Events to produce this event.
AWARDS
WHAT PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED AND IN WHAT CATEGORIES?
The Nike Women's Marathon will recognize and award the top three female runners to cross the finish line in both the full and half marathons. These overall winners will be determined solely by the order in which they cross the finish line, as opposed to chip times. Therefore, female runners who would like to compete for the top three spots should plan to line-up as close to the starting line as possible. This is an open race and there will not be separate start times or a designated "elite" pack.
In addition to the first, second, and third place winners, the Nike Women's Marathon will recognize the top male and female finishers in each age group. Chip-time will be used to establish age group winners and awards will be mailed within 1-2 weeks.
AGE GROUPS:
Under 19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80+
WHEN AND WHERE WILL THE AWARD CEREMONY BE HELD?
Awards will be presented to the top (3) female finishers in both the marathon and half marathon. All division awards will be mailed after the event. The half marathon award ceremony will be held on the main stage at the Nike Women's Marathon finish at 10:00am; the full marathon award ceremony will be held at 11:00am.
DO ALL RACERS RECEIVE A MEDAL OR CERTIFICATE?
Each finisher of the Nike Women's Marathon and half marathon will receive the following: A Nike Dri-FIT finisher T-shirt and an official finisher's necklace designed by Tiffany & Co.
I DIDN'T RECEIVE A 2010 FINISHER'S NECKLACE. HOW DO I GET MY NECKLACE FOR COMPLETING THE RACE?
Runners who contact us by January 31 can get their finisher's necklace by sending us their official 2010 results (found here). Only runners who hit all of the mats along the course will be sent the 2010 finisher's necklace. Runners who contact us after January 31 are not guaranteed a necklace.
THE CAUSE
WHAT IS TEAM IN TRAINING?
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training (TNT) is the world's first, largest, and best charity sports training program. Participants raise funds to help find cures for leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. In exchange, they receive personalized coaching, training clinics, and the support and camaraderie of a team. Participants can choose from more than 60 accredited events in the U.S. and abroad. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society provides airfare and accommodations to their event destinations. A key element of the TNT experience is training in honor of a local blood cancer survivor whose courage provides motivation and inspiration. To learn more about TNT or to attend an informational meeting in your area, visit teamintraining.org or call 1.800.482.TEAM.
HOW LONG HAS NIKE BEEN A SPONSOR OF TEAM IN TRAINING?
Nike and TNT have enjoyed a very rewarding partnership since 2002, and look forward to a long run.
HOW MUCH MONEY HAS TEAM IN TRAINING RAISED OVER THE YEARS?
Since Team In Training's inception in 1988, more than 400,000 participants have raised over $1 billion to support the Society's research and patient services programs. Last year, TNT raised $14 million dollars through the Nike Women's Marathon.
IS TEAM IN TRAINING TARGETED TO ANY PARTICULAR LEVEL?
People of all ages – from novices to seasoned athletes – participate in Team In Training. Novice athletes succeed in the program with the help of personalized coaching as well as a supportive and friendly team environment. Everyone participates in honor of a patient, which provides a strong motivation to succeed.
ARE ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS TRAINING WITH TEAM IN TRAINING (TNT) FOR THE NIKE WOMEN'S MARATHON?
No. Although 1/4 of all participants have trained through TNT, many runners have trained on their own and raised funds through The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Make Cures Happen program.
CAN I REGISTER THROUGH TNT?
Yes, please visit teamintraining.org/nikewm for more information.
TRAVEL
IS THERE A HOST HOTEL?
There is no specific host hotel. San Francisco offers a wide variety of lodging options in a wide range of prices.
The San Francisco Convention and Visitor's Bureau can also recommend hotels:
San Francisco Convention & Visitors Bureau
201 Third Street, Suite 900
San Francisco, CA 94103-3185
Phone: 415-974-6900
TDD: 415-227-2619
Fax: 415-227-2602
onlyinsanfrancisco.com
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm
Closed weekends and major holidays
SHOULD I STAY CLOSE TO THE START LINE OR FINISH LINE?
We recommend that you stay within walking distance of San Francisco's Union Square, where the Expotique is held before the race on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and where the race will start. There will be transportation back to Union Square from the finish line for a fee of $15. Accommodations near the finish line are limited.
HOW CAN I FIND OUT ABOUT RESTAURANTS IN SAN FRANCISCO?
Contact the San Francisco Convention and Visitor's Bureau for recommended restaurants, or visit eatshopguides.com.
San Francisco Convention & Visitors Bureau
201 Third Street, Suite 900
San Francisco, CA 94103-3185
Phone: 415-974-6900
TDD: 415-227-2619
Fax: 415-227-2602
onlyinsanfrancisco.com
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm
Closed weekends and major holidays
REGISTRATION
WHEN WILL REGISTRATION OPEN FOR THE 2010 NIKE WOMEN'S MARATHON?
Registration for the 2010 Nike Women's Marathon will once again be held through a random drawing process. Runners can begin registering for the random drawing beginning Monday, April 5th at 9am PDT. Registration for the random drawing will close on Friday, April 16th at 11:59pm PDT.
CAN I REGISTER AS PART OF A GROUP?
Group registration continues to be one of the most popular features of registration for the Nike Women's Marathon. In past years, we have required the Group ID to be an email address of one of the group members. This year, to help lessen the chances for errors, we will provide the opportunity to obtain a Group ID before the random drawing. There are four steps:
STEP 1. Designate ONE person in your group to be the group leader
STEP 2. Group leaders must complete the Group ID Application form
STEP 3. Once the Group ID has been obtained, the group leader MUST send the Group ID to everyone in the group
STEP 4. Between April 5th and April 16th, every member of the group needs to input the Group ID in the appropriate box on their own random drawing application
WHAT IS THE RANDOM DRAWING PROCEDURE?
Participants must register online through SignMeUp.com between Monday, April 5th and Friday, April 16th to qualify for the random drawing. Only one registration will be allowed per person and duplicate registrations will be removed prior to the random drawing. Names will be drawn by a randomized and automatic computer program, and only runners selected for the 2010 Nike Women's Marathon will have their credit card charged for the race registration fee. Once credit card payment has been verified, accepted participants will be notified via email at the end of April. Note: If your credit card is not authorized, you will not be selected! Participants not selected by the random computer drawing will also receive an email in late April with this notification.
WHY ARE YOU UTILIZING A RANDOM DRAWING?
The Nike Women's Marathon has become a sellout event. Due to the high demand for registration, we believe a random drawing format makes registration fair for all interested participants.
HOW CAN I VERIFY THAT I AM OFFICIALLY REGISTERED?
Once registration announcements have been sent in late April, visit NikeMarathon.com to see results of the random drawing selection. If you cannot find your name, make sure you have entered your information correctly in the query fields. If you still cannot find the registration, please email nikemarathon@tricalifornia.com or call us at 1-866-RUN-NIKE.
WILL I RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION OF MY ENTRY INTO THE RANDOM DRAWING?
You will not receive an email confirming your entry into the random drawing. Instead, you will see a screen at the end of the registration process confirming your successful entry. You will receive an email at the end of April indicating your status as a 2010 Nike Women's Marathon participant.
WILL THERE BE AN ELITE DIVISION?
The Nike Women's Marathon will not provide an early, elite start. As in past years, and in accordance with USATF rules, overall winners will be determined based on gun time. Therefore, female runners who would like to compete for the top three spots should plan to line-up as close to the starting line as possible.
POST-RACE INFORMATION
WHERE CAN I FIND RACE RESULTS?
After the race, results will be posted at NikeMarathon.com within a few days.
WHERE CAN I FIND PREVIOUS YEARS' RACE RESULTS?
The 2004 race results can be found HERE.
The 2005 race results can be found HERE.
The 2006 race results can be found HERE.
The 2007 race results can be found HERE.
The 2008 race results can be found HERE.
The 2009 race results can be found HERE.
WHO CAN I CONTACT IF I HAVE FURTHER QUESTIONS?
Please email nikemarathon@tricalifornia.com or call (866) RUN-NIKE with any additional questions.
CAN I CHANGE MY MIND ABOUT WHICH DISTANCE TO RUN?
Switching events is not allowed. To maintain the integrity of the event, we will not be able to accommodate switches from one distance to another.
WHAT IF I REGISTER AND THEN BECOME INJURED OR AM UNABLE TO ATTEND THE RACE?
Your race entry is non-refundable. There are no refunds for canceled entries. In addition, we are unable to transfer entry fees to other Nike races.
CAN I TRANSFER MY REGISTRATION TO ANOTHER RUNNER?
No, your registration, racing bib and timing chip are non-transferable.
CAN SOMEONE ELSE PICK UP MY RACE PACKET ON MY BEHALF?
No, each registered individual must pick up her own race packet. You must bring the confirmation email you will receive in October. You must also bring your ID to packet pick-up. No packets can be picked up without showing a valid ID.
WHERE CAN I PICK UP MY RACE PACKET?
Race packets will be available for pick up only at the Expotique at Union Square on October 14th, 15th, and 16th. Please bring your confirmation email and valid ID.
CAN I PICK UP MY PACKET ON RACE DAY?
No, there will not be packet pick-up on race day. All participants must pick up their packet in person at the Expotique on October 14th, 15th, or 16th. Please bring your confirmation email and valid ID.
PARKING / TRANSPORTATION
WHERE DO I PARK FOR THE EVENT?
In 2010, there will be no shuttles from AT&T park. Instead, participants are encouraged to park at the Fifth and Mission garage located just three blocks south of Union Square. Directions and rates are available at fifthandmission.com. Parking will be available in various additional parking garages within a half-mile of Union Square for a fee. Race organizers are not affiliated with these garages and do not guarantee availability or pricing.
WHAT TYPE OF POST-RACE RUNNER TRANSPORTATION IS OFFERED?
Transportation from the finish line back to Union Square will be available for a fee of $15 at the Expotique.
JFK/The Great Highway
Shuttle Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
Public Transportation
Visit sfmuni.com or call 415.673.MUNI
*Subject to Change
WILL TRANSPORTATION BE AVAILABLE FOR FRIENDS/FAMILY? HOW CAN I PURCHASE TICKETS?
Spectator tickets may be purchased on the round-trip race course shuttle for $15. This shuttle provides transportation from Union Square to designated Family Cheer stations along the course, to the finish line and then back to Union Square. These tickets can be purchased at the time of online registration or during race weekend at the Expotique. Spaces are limited. For more information on the Family Cheer stations, visit the ticket booth at the Expotique.
*Subject to Change
CAN I STILL PURCHASE A TRANSPORTATION TICKET IF I DID NOT PURCHASE ONE WHEN I REGISTERED FOR THE RACE?
Yes, you can purchase participant or spectator(s) transportation tickets at the Expotique ticket booth race weekend. CASH and CHECK only, while spaces are available.
PARTICIPANTS
CAN WALKERS PARTICIPATE IN EITHER THE MARATHON OR HALF MARATHON?
Yes, walkers are welcome in either event. However, all participants must complete the race within 6.5 hours. To complete the full marathon by 1:30pm, you must maintain a pace of 14 minutes per mile (or faster). Participants in the full marathon who have not reached Lake Merced by 12:00pm will be turned around, but will be allowed to complete the rest of the course. Walkers who are not on pace to complete the event before the course closes at 1:30pm will be picked up and transported to the finish by our SAG (Support and Gear) buses. Click here to find out about this year's pace teams. Click here to see our pace points.
HOW MANY RUNNERS DO YOU EXPECT TO PARTICIPATE THIS YEAR?
There will be approximately 20,000 participants.
CAN MEN PARTICIPATE?
Yes, the Nike Women's Marathon welcomes all runners and walkers.
HOW CAN I VOLUNTEER?
We welcome your participation as a volunteer! The event will need thousands of volunteers to staff the aid stations, work the Expotique and offer support to the runners at the start and finish. To volunteer, email nikevolunteer@tricalifornia.com. All volunteers will receive an official race volunteer t-shirt.
THE RACE & COURSE
WILL THE FULL MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON START AT THE SAME LOCATION?
Yes, the full marathon and half marathon both start at Union Square and follow the same course. Half marathon participants will split from the full marathon participants after mile 11.
HOW MANY WATER STATIONS AND PORTO-LETS WILL BE AVAILABLE?
There will be 14 aid stations along the course. Porto-lets will be available at all aid stations.
WHAT IS THE TERRAIN OF THE COURSE?
The Nike Women's Marathon and half marathon courses will remain the same as the courses have been since 2005. The race will kick off in Downtown San Francisco at Union Square and head through the financial district past the famous TransAmerica building. It will then proceed along the San Francisco Bay past Fisherman's Wharf, Aquatic Park, Ghirardelli Square, Fort Mason and Marina Green while revealing breathtaking views of Alcatraz and The Golden Gate Bridge. The course then weaves through the Presidio and Sea Cliff districts, out to the Great Highway, through Golden Gate Park and south around Lake Merced, finishing just north of the Great Highway along the Pacific Ocean. Click here to see the course map.
SHOULD I BE WORRIED ABOUT THE HILLS ON THIS COURSE?
There are no cable car hills on the Nike Women's Marathon course. Many runners find the hills a welcome challenge that offers the reward of spectacular hilltop views of the bay. The course is extremely scenic, covering most of San Francisco coastline.
IS IT A LOOP COURSE OR OUT AND BACK?
The course is a point-to-point race. It begins in downtown San Francisco at Union Square and finishes along the Great Highway at San Francisco's Ocean Beach. Click here to see the course map. Post-race transportation back to the start line is available during online registration.
IS THE COURSE CERTIFIED BY USA TRACK AND FIELD?
Yes, the course is USATF certified.
CAN THIS RACE COUNT TOWARD BOSTON MARATHON QUALIFICATION?
Yes, the Boston Marathon will recognize qualifying times from the Nike Women's Marathon.
WHERE CAN I FIND A COURSE MAP?
This year's course map can be found here.
DO I NEED TO COMPLETE THE COURSE BY A SPECIFIC TIME?
Yes, the marathon and half marathon courses will be open for 6.5 hours. You must finish your race by 1:30pm to receive an official time, Tiffany & Co. Finisher's Necklace and a Nike Dri-FIT Finisher's T-shirt.
WHAT IF I CANNOT COMPLETE THE COURSE IN 6.5 HOURS?
Participants who are unable to complete the full marathon within 6.5 hours will be transported to the finish line by race officials.
HOW MUCH OF THE COURSE SURFACE IS ASPHALT?
The course is about 80% asphalt. Click here to see our pace points.
WHERE CAN MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY CHEER ME ON?
There are various spectator-friendly vistas on the course. Check back soon for information on our Spectator Cheer Stations. Spectator transportation shuttles will also take family and friends to select Family Cheer stations on-course from Union Square before heading to the Finish Line. You can purchase spectator tickets during online registration for $15.
THE EVENT
WHO IS PRODUCING THE EVENT?
For the seventh year, Nike has engaged On Board Entertainment and, in their fifth year, Tri-California Events to produce this event.
AWARDS
WHAT PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED AND IN WHAT CATEGORIES?
The Nike Women's Marathon will recognize and award the top three female runners to cross the finish line in both the full and half marathons. These overall winners will be determined solely by the order in which they cross the finish line, as opposed to chip times. Therefore, female runners who would like to compete for the top three spots should plan to line-up as close to the starting line as possible. This is an open race and there will not be separate start times or a designated "elite" pack.
In addition to the first, second, and third place winners, the Nike Women's Marathon will recognize the top male and female finishers in each age group. Chip-time will be used to establish age group winners and awards will be mailed within 1-2 weeks.
AGE GROUPS:
Under 19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80+
WHEN AND WHERE WILL THE AWARD CEREMONY BE HELD?
Awards will be presented to the top (3) female finishers in both the marathon and half marathon. All division awards will be mailed after the event. The half marathon award ceremony will be held on the main stage at the Nike Women's Marathon finish at 10:00am; the full marathon award ceremony will be held at 11:00am.
DO ALL RACERS RECEIVE A MEDAL OR CERTIFICATE?
Each finisher of the Nike Women's Marathon and half marathon will receive the following: A Nike Dri-FIT finisher T-shirt and an official finisher's necklace designed by Tiffany & Co.
I DIDN'T RECEIVE A 2010 FINISHER'S NECKLACE. HOW DO I GET MY NECKLACE FOR COMPLETING THE RACE?
Runners who contact us by January 31 can get their finisher's necklace by sending us their official 2010 results (found here). Only runners who hit all of the mats along the course will be sent the 2010 finisher's necklace. Runners who contact us after January 31 are not guaranteed a necklace.
THE CAUSE
WHAT IS TEAM IN TRAINING?
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training (TNT) is the world's first, largest, and best charity sports training program. Participants raise funds to help find cures for leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. In exchange, they receive personalized coaching, training clinics, and the support and camaraderie of a team. Participants can choose from more than 60 accredited events in the U.S. and abroad. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society provides airfare and accommodations to their event destinations. A key element of the TNT experience is training in honor of a local blood cancer survivor whose courage provides motivation and inspiration. To learn more about TNT or to attend an informational meeting in your area, visit teamintraining.org or call 1.800.482.TEAM.
HOW LONG HAS NIKE BEEN A SPONSOR OF TEAM IN TRAINING?
Nike and TNT have enjoyed a very rewarding partnership since 2002, and look forward to a long run.
HOW MUCH MONEY HAS TEAM IN TRAINING RAISED OVER THE YEARS?
Since Team In Training's inception in 1988, more than 400,000 participants have raised over $1 billion to support the Society's research and patient services programs. Last year, TNT raised $14 million dollars through the Nike Women's Marathon.
IS TEAM IN TRAINING TARGETED TO ANY PARTICULAR LEVEL?
People of all ages – from novices to seasoned athletes – participate in Team In Training. Novice athletes succeed in the program with the help of personalized coaching as well as a supportive and friendly team environment. Everyone participates in honor of a patient, which provides a strong motivation to succeed.
ARE ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS TRAINING WITH TEAM IN TRAINING (TNT) FOR THE NIKE WOMEN'S MARATHON?
No. Although 1/4 of all participants have trained through TNT, many runners have trained on their own and raised funds through The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Make Cures Happen program.
CAN I REGISTER THROUGH TNT?
Yes, please visit teamintraining.org/nikewm for more information.
TRAVEL
IS THERE A HOST HOTEL?
There is no specific host hotel. San Francisco offers a wide variety of lodging options in a wide range of prices.
The San Francisco Convention and Visitor's Bureau can also recommend hotels:
San Francisco Convention & Visitors Bureau
201 Third Street, Suite 900
San Francisco, CA 94103-3185
Phone: 415-974-6900
TDD: 415-227-2619
Fax: 415-227-2602
onlyinsanfrancisco.com
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm
Closed weekends and major holidays
SHOULD I STAY CLOSE TO THE START LINE OR FINISH LINE?
We recommend that you stay within walking distance of San Francisco's Union Square, where the Expotique is held before the race on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and where the race will start. There will be transportation back to Union Square from the finish line for a fee of $15. Accommodations near the finish line are limited.
HOW CAN I FIND OUT ABOUT RESTAURANTS IN SAN FRANCISCO?
Contact the San Francisco Convention and Visitor's Bureau for recommended restaurants, or visit eatshopguides.com.
San Francisco Convention & Visitors Bureau
201 Third Street, Suite 900
San Francisco, CA 94103-3185
Phone: 415-974-6900
TDD: 415-227-2619
Fax: 415-227-2602
onlyinsanfrancisco.com
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm
Closed weekends and major holidays
REGISTRATION
WHEN WILL REGISTRATION OPEN FOR THE 2010 NIKE WOMEN'S MARATHON?
Registration for the 2010 Nike Women's Marathon will once again be held through a random drawing process. Runners can begin registering for the random drawing beginning Monday, April 5th at 9am PDT. Registration for the random drawing will close on Friday, April 16th at 11:59pm PDT.
CAN I REGISTER AS PART OF A GROUP?
Group registration continues to be one of the most popular features of registration for the Nike Women's Marathon. In past years, we have required the Group ID to be an email address of one of the group members. This year, to help lessen the chances for errors, we will provide the opportunity to obtain a Group ID before the random drawing. There are four steps:
STEP 1. Designate ONE person in your group to be the group leader
STEP 2. Group leaders must complete the Group ID Application form
STEP 3. Once the Group ID has been obtained, the group leader MUST send the Group ID to everyone in the group
STEP 4. Between April 5th and April 16th, every member of the group needs to input the Group ID in the appropriate box on their own random drawing application
WHAT IS THE RANDOM DRAWING PROCEDURE?
Participants must register online through SignMeUp.com between Monday, April 5th and Friday, April 16th to qualify for the random drawing. Only one registration will be allowed per person and duplicate registrations will be removed prior to the random drawing. Names will be drawn by a randomized and automatic computer program, and only runners selected for the 2010 Nike Women's Marathon will have their credit card charged for the race registration fee. Once credit card payment has been verified, accepted participants will be notified via email at the end of April. Note: If your credit card is not authorized, you will not be selected! Participants not selected by the random computer drawing will also receive an email in late April with this notification.
WHY ARE YOU UTILIZING A RANDOM DRAWING?
The Nike Women's Marathon has become a sellout event. Due to the high demand for registration, we believe a random drawing format makes registration fair for all interested participants.
HOW CAN I VERIFY THAT I AM OFFICIALLY REGISTERED?
Once registration announcements have been sent in late April, visit NikeMarathon.com to see results of the random drawing selection. If you cannot find your name, make sure you have entered your information correctly in the query fields. If you still cannot find the registration, please email nikemarathon@tricalifornia.com or call us at 1-866-RUN-NIKE.
WILL I RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION OF MY ENTRY INTO THE RANDOM DRAWING?
You will not receive an email confirming your entry into the random drawing. Instead, you will see a screen at the end of the registration process confirming your successful entry. You will receive an email at the end of April indicating your status as a 2010 Nike Women's Marathon participant.
WILL THERE BE AN ELITE DIVISION?
The Nike Women's Marathon will not provide an early, elite start. As in past years, and in accordance with USATF rules, overall winners will be determined based on gun time. Therefore, female runners who would like to compete for the top three spots should plan to line-up as close to the starting line as possible.
POST-RACE INFORMATION
WHERE CAN I FIND RACE RESULTS?
After the race, results will be posted at NikeMarathon.com within a few days.
WHERE CAN I FIND PREVIOUS YEARS' RACE RESULTS?
The 2004 race results can be found HERE.
The 2005 race results can be found HERE.
The 2006 race results can be found HERE.
The 2007 race results can be found HERE.
The 2008 race results can be found HERE.
The 2009 race results can be found HERE.
WHO CAN I CONTACT IF I HAVE FURTHER QUESTIONS?
Please email nikemarathon@tricalifornia.com or call (866) RUN-NIKE with any additional questions.
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