Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is The North Face Whistler Half Marathon?
A: Saturday June 2nd 2012, 7:30am start
Q: Where does the event start and finish?
A: Both the start and finish lines are located at Whistler Olympic Plaza
Q: Will this be an annual event?
A: Yes – it will be held on the first Saturday of June each year
Q: How much are the registration fees?
A: Until February 29 = $78 (including all taxes and fees)
March 1 onwards = $88 (including all taxes and fees)
Q: Is the event open to walkers?
A: Yes, walkers are welcomed and encouraged, however there is not a separate race category with prizing for walkers
Q: Do I get a shirt included in my registration fees
A: Yes all registrants will receive a tech race shirt from The North Face
Q: Can I get a map of the race course?
A: Yes, it is available for download from our website at www.whsitlerhalfmarathon.com
Q: What will be happening at the awards ceremony, presented by North Shore Credit Union?
A: The awards ceremony will be the official presentation of top finisher awards, but also we will have a whole lot of wonderful door prizes for anyone to win. It will be a fun atmosphere filled with plenty of good memories. Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza
Q: Are there any Carbo Load Dinners the night before the race?
A: The Carbo Load Dinner, is $29 per person including all taxes and gratuities.
Q: Will there be medals for finishers?
A: We work with a local artist, Chili Thom, to create a limited edition poster, the only way to get the poster will be by being part of the event!
Q: Will there be awards for top finishers overall and also in each age category?
A: Yes, there will be awards for top finishers, plus a cash purse.
Q: Are there other distances that people can run such as a 10km?
A: New for 2012 the Little Rippers kids run will take place following the half marathon event
Q: Can I wear headphones to listen to music during the race?
A: Although it is not prohibited, we discourage use of headphones as the course is NOT on closed roads for the entire duration and the use of headphones significantly increases risk of conflict with other road and trail users, and the use of headphones may negatively affect personal insurance coverage.
Q: Will there be a website that friends and family can follow me along the route using GPS technology?
A: Not at this time, but is something we will look at for future years as the technology develops.
Q: Is the race course surface all paved?
A: Yes
Q: What is the minimum age I need to be to register?
A: Minimum age of participants is 17 years old, as of race day.
Q: Can I take my baby jogger/stroller in the race?
A: No, due to increased risk and limited space, baby joggers and strollers are not permitted.
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A: Saturday June 2nd 2012, 7:30am start
Q: Where does the event start and finish?
A: Both the start and finish lines are located at Whistler Olympic Plaza
Q: Will this be an annual event?
A: Yes – it will be held on the first Saturday of June each year
Q: How much are the registration fees?
A: Until February 29 = $78 (including all taxes and fees)
March 1 onwards = $88 (including all taxes and fees)
Q: Is the event open to walkers?
A: Yes, walkers are welcomed and encouraged, however there is not a separate race category with prizing for walkers
Q: Do I get a shirt included in my registration fees
A: Yes all registrants will receive a tech race shirt from The North Face
Q: Can I get a map of the race course?
A: Yes, it is available for download from our website at www.whsitlerhalfmarathon.com
Q: What will be happening at the awards ceremony, presented by North Shore Credit Union?
A: The awards ceremony will be the official presentation of top finisher awards, but also we will have a whole lot of wonderful door prizes for anyone to win. It will be a fun atmosphere filled with plenty of good memories. Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza
Q: Are there any Carbo Load Dinners the night before the race?
A: The Carbo Load Dinner, is $29 per person including all taxes and gratuities.
Q: Will there be medals for finishers?
A: We work with a local artist, Chili Thom, to create a limited edition poster, the only way to get the poster will be by being part of the event!
Q: Will there be awards for top finishers overall and also in each age category?
A: Yes, there will be awards for top finishers, plus a cash purse.
Q: Are there other distances that people can run such as a 10km?
A: New for 2012 the Little Rippers kids run will take place following the half marathon event
Q: Can I wear headphones to listen to music during the race?
A: Although it is not prohibited, we discourage use of headphones as the course is NOT on closed roads for the entire duration and the use of headphones significantly increases risk of conflict with other road and trail users, and the use of headphones may negatively affect personal insurance coverage.
Q: Will there be a website that friends and family can follow me along the route using GPS technology?
A: Not at this time, but is something we will look at for future years as the technology develops.
Q: Is the race course surface all paved?
A: Yes
Q: What is the minimum age I need to be to register?
A: Minimum age of participants is 17 years old, as of race day.
Q: Can I take my baby jogger/stroller in the race?
A: No, due to increased risk and limited space, baby joggers and strollers are not permitted.
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