Event Description
Register today for the inaugural Santa Fe "The City Different" Half Marathon. This is an event you won't want to miss! Enjoy this beautiful run in the historic city of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Custom finisher medals for all half marathon participants. Don't forget! We offer a 10K, 5K and Kids K! Register now and join in on the fun!
Event details and schedule
SANTA FE HALF MARATHON
EVENT INFORMATION
Event Schedule: May 25, 2019
Event Location (Start: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K):
Fort Marcy Park Recreation Center
490 Bishops Lodge Rd.
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
Start Times:
Half Marathon: 7:30 a.m. (3.5 Hour Cut-off)
10K: 8:00 a.m.
5K: 8:15 a.m.
Kids K: 10:00 a.m.
Packet Pickup:
REI
500 Market St. Suite 100
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Time: 2:00-6:00 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS RACE-DAY REGISTRATION; HOWEVER, ALL PRE- REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS MUST PICKUP THEIR EVENT PACKETS AT "PACKET PICK-UP."
If you are not able to pick up your packets in person at the above location and times, you must plan for a representative to pick up your packet. Any out of town participants may pick up their packet on race morning at the registration area at Fort Marcy Park if you are unable to do so at Packet Pickup.
START TIMES:
Half Marathon Start: 7:30 a.m. (Note: There is a 3.5-hour cutoff.)
Note: The HALF MARATHON START is located at Fort Marcy Park.
Note: When on the course you MUST make sure you stay within the orange traffic cones for your safety and the safety of others. There are volunteers and police officers along the course as well as course signage: mile markers and directional arrows. It is important that you pay attention to the signs, volunteers and sheriff officers while on the course.
The Wingman Pacers will be running with you at the Santa Fe Half Marathon. The Wingman Pacers are Active Duty and Veteran service men and women who provide a volunteer pacing service for full and half marathons. They will be at the race to 1) Help organize race participants at the starting line in groups based off of race completion goals, 2) pacers will be wearing a shirt that identifies them as pacers and will be carrying a pacing sign with their group’s planned completion time, and 3) pacers will be there to help motivate runners and coach them to help runners of all levels achieve their goals.
Pacers will be running with the following planned completion times (hr: min):
1:45 2:00 2:15 2:30 2:45
Look for the Wingman Race Pacers at the starting line!
10K Start: 8:00 a.m.
Note: The 10K START and FINISH is located at Fort Marcy Park. See map/route link below.
Note: When on the course please make sure you stay within the orange traffic cones for your safety and the safety of others. There are volunteers and sheriff officers along the course as well as course signage: mile markers and directional arrows. It is important that you pay attention to the signs, volunteers and officers while on the course.
5K Run or Walk Start: 8:15 a.m.
Note: The 5K START and FINISH is located at Fort Marcy Park. See map/route link below.
Note: When on the course please make sure you stay within the orange traffic cones for your safety and the safety of others. There are volunteers and sheriff officers along the course as well as course signage: mile markers and directional arrows. It is important that you pay attention to the signs, volunteers and officers while on the course.
Kids K Run: 10:00 a.m.
The Start/Finish of the Kids K will be located at Fort Marcy Park. The Race Director will announce when it is time to report to the start. Please arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to the start. This is a non-timed event. All participants will receive a finisher’s medal.
IMPORTANT REMINDER: ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST FOLLOW AND ABIDE BY ALL EVENT SIGNAGE AND COURSE DIRECTIONS INCLUDING TRAFFIC CONES. DO NOT CROSS OVER STREETS OR ROADS THAT DO NOT HAVE TRAFFIC CONES. IF A PARTICIPANT FAILS TO FOLLOW COURSE CONES AND SIGNS, HE OR SHE MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. THERE ARE SANTA FE POLICE OFFICERS LOCATED THROUGHOUT THE COURSE AS WELL AS VOLUNTEERS. PLEASE THANK THEM FOR THEIR HELP AND SUPPORT.
Saturday Start Information
All races will start promptly at the designated times. Allow plenty of time to get to the Start Line in order to seed yourself according to your projected pace time. If you are driving to the race plan to arrive early.
This race is a Gun Start with a Timing Chip finish. The "official time" will start when the gun goes off. All participants who want to be timed as well as being factored into the results MUST wear a timing bib/chip (see “RESULTS” information below).
Please note: Should severe weather that creates dangerous conditions for participants cause cancellation of the race there will be no refunds.
Race (Bib) Number Requirements
Each participant will receive a Race (Bib) number that must be worn on race day. DO NOT alter your race number in any way. Your bib number must be visible and worn on the front outside of all clothing during the entire race so that it may be clearly seen. Bib numbers are non-transferable and MUST be worn by the runner to whom it is assigned.
Can I run with an iPod/headphone?
Yes. USATF, the national governing body of the sport, amended its ban on headphones, iPods and similar devices. However, athletes competing for prize money are not allowed to use electronic devices such as headphones and earpieces. If you choose to wear headphones, we strongly encourage you to use one earpiece/headphone in ear for your safety and others. By wearing only one earpiece/headphone, it will allow you to hear race officials, other participants, course volunteers and traffic officials during the event.
Can I run with my Garmin GPS device?
Yes, participants may wear their Garmin GPS watches and/or Nike Plus devices. However, these items do not count as “second timing devices" and will not be recognized by the event as official times or distances.
What is NOT allowed on the course?
The use of video devices, cell phones (Note: cell phones that are used for music must follow the same guidelines as “iPod/headphone” information above. If for some reason you use your cellphone for any other reason, we ask that you pull-off to the side to allow others to pass), computers, cameras or any similar devices by participants in the event is prohibited. The use of wheeled devices by participants or any other person authorized to be on the course shall be strictly limited to authorized course marshals on bicycles. Baby joggers, baby strollers, skateboards, rollerblades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled device will not be permitted.
Do you have a Lost & Found in case I lose something at the Event or on the racecourse?
Yes. We will have a Lost & Found for items that were lost and found on race day. If you are missing a personal item, please call: 505.217-4774.
I am injured and/or cannot run the event (family commitment, work obligation, etc.). Can I get a refund, donate my entry or transfer my entry to someone else?
No. Sale and/or transfer of race entry/bib is strictly prohibited and will result in the disqualification and/or banning of any individuals involved from future events. All entry fees are non-refundable and cannot be deferred toward a future event.
If I provide medical documentation of my injury or pregnancy, will you give me a refund?
No. Please refer to our official event rules and guidelines.
Can I defer my entry to the next year if I am unable to run this year?
No, participants cannot defer their entries to the next year if they are unable to run.
Can a friend pick up my packet for me if I cannot attend Packet Pickup?
Yes. Your friend can pick up your packet for you.
What is NOT allowed on the course?
For everyone’s safety baby carriers, baby backpacks, inline skates, motorized scooters, bicycles, skateboards, and animals of any kind are prohibited from the course.
Strollers and baby joggers are permitted on the 5K course only. Strollers and baby joggers must start at the back of the pack and your child must always be secured in the stroller.
Inclement Weather Policy
Weather forecasts will be monitored prior to the event paying special attention to the possibility of heavy rain, thunder and lightning, high winds and extreme temperatures. If necessary, athletes will be made aware of these predictions on the RunFit website: www.irunfit.org so that participants can properly prepare for severe weather during the race as well as possible course alterations. Severe weather updates will also be sent to participants via email as necessary.
The Race Director will monitor the weather and decide if any action will be taken to modify the race. Possible changes include altering the start time for the race or in extreme situations, cancellation of the event. Please listen closely to all public address announcements at the starting line of the race.
Visible lightning will cause the race to be postponed for a minimum of 15 minutes. Additional sightings will continue to delay the race in 15-minute increments.
If extreme heat is predicted, extra water will be provided to the athletes, prior to, during and after the event. The medical team will be alerted that athletes may require additional medical attention during and after the event due to the high temperatures.
Medical Support
Medical staff members will be ready to assist you at any time. Radio communications personnel will be positioned at every aid station along the course.
The event officials have the right to withdraw any runner from the race that appears in distress or at risk. If you have a health or medical problem at the Finish Line, you will be directed to the Medical Area. Please cooperate if you are asked to go for a checkup. Only runners requiring medical assistance will be permitted in the Medical Area. If you feel that you need help at any point, please ask for it! Note: If you are unable to finish the race for any reason, please notify a race official of your bib number so medical personnel are aware.
Finish Information
When you cross the finish line you will be greeted by volunteers and a Santa Fe Half Marathon Finisher Medal
Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Awards and Prizes
Over-all and division award winners will be handed out immediately after the completion of each event. Please check he result board near the finish to see if you are an Age Group and/Overall award winner. You MUST be present to receive your award. Please note: NO AWARDS WILL BE MAILED. Overall awards to the top 3 men and women will be determined by gun time.
Half Marathon
Overall prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women determined by gun time.
AWARDS: Awards will be issued to the top three finishers: 19 and Under, 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+.
Award times will be determined by gun time
10K
Overall prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women determined by gun time.
AWARDS: Awards will be issued to the top three finishers: 19 and Under, 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+.
Award times will be determined by gun time
5K
Overall prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women determined by gun time.
AWARDS: Awards will be issued to the top three finishers: 6-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-15, 16-19, 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+.
RunFit Kids K
All registered participants (11 and Under) are eligible to participate in the RunFit Kids K. The start of RunFit Kids K will begin at 10:00 a.m. All participants will receive a medal at the finish. NOTE: THE KIDS K WILL START AND FINISH AT FORT MARCY PARK -MAGERS FIELD. See information above for more details.
Results
Timing of the event will be done using RunFit’s RACE|RESULTS Timing System. Efforts will be made to post unofficial results at the finish line within 15 minutes of each participant finishing the race. Results will be posted near the finish immediately during and after the event as well as online at WWW.IRUNFIT.ORG. Participants who would like their official time posted and be included in the results MUST wear a timing bib/chip. No timing chips will be given to Kids K participant since this is a non-timed event. Please note: Awards will be presented immediately after each event. All awards must be picked up on the day of the event. No awards will be mailed.
Post Race
The Santa Fe Half Marathon Post Race activities will be held at Magers Field
Review the Course and Support
There are 6 fluid and replacement fluid stations supplied by Gatorade (Miles 4.3, 6, 8, 10, 10.5 and 12) throughout the Half Marathon Course – approx. every 2 Miles beginning at mile 2.5 (Water Only). Restroom facilities will be located near mile 6 and 10.5 and the start/finish. Medical and first aid personnel will be stationed at the finish and at various points along the course.
Water will be provided for the 5K and 10K events:
5K: Mile 2
10K: Mile 1.3 (approx.) & 3.7 & Mile: 5 (approx.)
Santa Fe Half Marathon:
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2419298599
Santa Fe 10K:
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2419315912
Santa Fe 5K:
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2419331173
Over 50 volunteers are needed to make the Half Marathon run smoothly. Volunteers are still needed to help! Please contact Stephen Pino-RD at (505) 217-4774 to volunteer for race day.
Proceeds:
A portion of the event proceeds benefits RunFit, a before, during or after school running program for children.
History of RunFit:
RunFit launched the spring of 2006 as a bold joint initiative aimed at curbing the growing epidemic of childhood obesity by creating a running program for children at after-school (or before school) programs across New Mexico.
RunFit is designed to help youth of all sizes, fitness and ability levels utilize the discipline of running to improve health, build character and uplift the spirit. After-school programs such as RunFit play a vital role in the lives our communities by keeping kids’ safe, creating healthy habits and helping working families.
RunFit is a fun, free and intensive program which motivates and trains elementary school students to run one mile to 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) without stopping, through active participation on an after school (or before school) running team. Participants learn to set and achieve challenging personal goals and are awarded with incentives for attendance and improvement and culminating in local running events.
Thank-a-volunteer campaign!
The Santa Fe Half Marathon is fortunate to have some of the friendliest and hardest-working volunteers around. More than 50 volunteers help us on race morning to ensure you feel welcomed, are fully informed; have a safe, successful and positive running experience, and more! When you have a chance, give a hearty, fun-loving thanks!
RunFit 13.1 X 2 Marathon Challenge:
RUNFIT is proud to announce the return of the 13.1 X 2 RUNFIT MARATHON. This popular RunFit edition gives participants the opportunity to participate in two events: Albuquerque Half Marathon (April 13, 2019) and/or the Santa Fe half Marathon (May 25, 2019) and/or the NM Chips and Salsa Half Marathon (September 8, 2019) and by doing so, receive a custom 13.1 X 2 RunFit Marathon finisher medal at the finish of the Santa Fe Half Marathon or NM Chips and Salsa Half Marathon.
RunFit 13.1 X 3 Marathon Challenge:
RunFit introduces the RunFit 13.1 X 3. Run the Albuquerque Half Marathon (April 13, 2019), Santa Fe Half Marathon (May 25, 2019) and the New Mexico Chips and Salsa Half Marathon (September 8, 2019) and receive a custom 13.1 X 3 RunFit Marathon finish medal at the finish of the NM Chips and Salsa Half Marathon.
The 13.1 X 2 RUNFIT MARATHON CHALLENGE and the 13.1 X 3 RUNFIT MARATHON CHALLENGE was created in response to those looking for a challenge and a lifetime accomplishment.
RunFit Events:
Please don’t forget other RunFit events including the NM CHIPS AND SALSA HALF MARATHON, September 8, 2019. WWW.IRUNFIT.ORG
Race Questions and Information
RunFit: Santa Fe Half Marathon
(505) 217-4774
Email: stephenpino@hotmail.com
