7 Sunshine Coast Marathon 2013 Competitor Guide by 7SunshineCoastMarathon

42.2km / 21.1km / 10km / 5km / 2km

EVENT ORGANISERS

Photo Courtesy of APN

AUGUST 25, 2013

WELCOME As Minister for Sport and as the Member for Buderim I am again excited to support the second annual 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon for 2013.

CONTENTS Page 4

Information Event 2013

5-6

Start times + timing chips

It is heartening to see many locals getting involved and the great community support towards raising much-needed funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities and The Westpac Foundation.

7-9

Course maps + road closures

The marathon is a fantastic opportunity to show off the beautiful Sunshine Coast to the thousands of competitors that participate every year, while helping the local area. I am actively working with the Government to get more Queenslanders to get involved in recreation and sport activities. It is important to give children access to sporting opportunities wherever they may be, which can be achieved by helping to support sport from the grass roots level. The Honourable Steve Dickson MP - State Member for Buderim Queensland Minister for National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing

Race precinct + pre-race information

Parking

Start, finish, recover

Sunshine Coast attracts worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best

Ambassadors 2013

Corporate need for speed

Our Everyday Heroes

Train, Run, Celebrate

17-18

Cutoff times + pacers

20-21

Prize money + entertainment

7 Sunshine Coast Marathon timetable

FAQ + check list

THE GUIDE Welcome to the second annual 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon & Community Run Festival. It gives us great pleasure to bring you yet another wonderful opportunity to enjoy everything the region has to offer while raising money for charity. Last year’s stunning debut attracted almost 5000 runners over five distances and $150,000 was given back to local charity groups including the event’s major beneficiary Ronald McDonald House Charities. In our second year we’ve attracted even more runners from across Australia and 20 different countries. The already scenic beachfront course has been extended taken out the back streets and corners making it even faster and more picturesque than ever. It’s also a fully recognised AIMS qualifying event allowing runners to submit their times to qualify for international marathon events such as the Boston Marathon. We’ve added extra events including Cricky’s Onesie Runsie and the Trade Secret Thong Run to provide families, businesses and the community to enjoy the evening atmosphere of the Sunshine Coast while raising significant funds for charity. We’re grateful for the ongoing support from our major sponsor partners including Channel 7 Queensland, McDonald’s and Westpac and recognise the essential backing of the Queensland Government, Sunshine Coast Regional Council, Sunshine Coast Destinations and the Sunshine Coast Airport in helping make this a must-do event and destination. It’s with this support we’ve been able to build on the event’s inaugural success to attract regional, national and international guests. I’d like to take the opportunity to thank new and returning competitors, their support crew and families, the hundreds of volunteers who make this event possible and the Sunshine Coast community, which has embraced this as an iconic event for its ability to show off the region as one of the country’s favourite holiday and now event destinations. I wish everyone an enjoyable run festival and the best of luck in your chosen event.

Jason Crowther 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon event organiser Atlas Multisports managing director www.atlasmultisports.com.au

YOUR GUIDE

SOCIAL MEDIA

Competitor information

Facebook + Twitter

In only its second year the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon & Community Run Festival is fast becoming an iconic south east Queensland sporting event.

Stay in touch with pre- and post-race announcements via our Facebook page. You’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions, receive event updates, the fundraising tally, exclusive sponsor specials for competitors and training tips.

Offering five distances and attracting thousands of runners of all ages and abilities it offers people the chance to enjoy perfect winter running conditions, a festival atmosphere and much more. Whether you’re attempting your first fun run, seeking to achieve a personal best or out to support your business or a charity we congratulate you on your effort so far and wish you the best for a great race. We hope you enjoy this comprehensive competitor booklet. It provides you with the essential information to enjoy your weekend and how to make the most of the event. Whether you’re a runner, walker, spectator or volunteer, the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon Competitor Guide has maps, timetables, answers to frequently asked questions, registration information and much more.

Results

Every runner eagerly awaits their results. Preliminary results will be made available as soon as possible after each distance via Sports Timing Australia and a link will be shared via social media and the website. Complete times and runner certificates will be made available within 24 hours of the completion of the event. Please see www.sunshinecoastmarathon.com.au for the results link.

www.facebook.com/sunshinecoastmarathon www.twitter.com/7SCMarathon

Instagram Share your 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon experience with the rest of the running community via photos on Instagram. Follow us at www.instagram.com/atlasmultisports and #sunshinecoastmarathon

Photos Once again Marathon-Photos are the event’s official photographers aiming to get each participant in action as well as crossing the finish line. Runners need to display their race number on the front of their shorts or shirt to be identified. A link to race day photos will be available on sunshinecoastmarathon.com.au.

Fundraising On behalf of the event’s major beneficiaries Ronald McDonald House Charities and the Westpac Foundation thank you to all the runners and their supporters for their efforts so far. Last year we gave back more than $150,000 for local community groups and plan to exceed that in 2013. You can see the tally, top fundraisers and donate to a competitor via the Everyday Hero Sunshine Coast Marathon page.

THE GUIDE

REGISTRATION

Race Start Times

Race Numbers

It is recommended you arrive at the race precinct with at least an hour before your race start. Leave yourself enough time to find a park, walk to the race precinct, drop your belongings at the bag tent, go to the toilet and find your way to the start area. Remember roads are closed so if you may have to wait for an earlier event to pass before being allowed to cross the road.

All runners must wear their allocated a race number during their event. Your race number has a ChronoTrack B-Tag attached to it, which is your timing device for the event. Competitors can check they have been allocated the correct bib and number when exiting registration.

Please listen to course marshals and be respectful of volunteers who are doing a specific job to ensure the day runs smoothly for everyone involved.

Each bib has a coloured panel that corresponds with your event and race distance. You must wear your race number to have your time recorded and acknowledged as a competitor. Unfortunately we are unable to provide replacement race numbers if you forget to bring it on race day.

Aim to get to the start area 10-15 minutes before your scheduled gun time to settle your nerves and soak up the atmosphere.

Race Number Instructions:

Friday August 23

Time

Cricky’s Onesie Runsie

5:00pm

Trade Secret Thong Run

5:10pm

Sunday August 25

Time

Wheelies Race

5:55am

Channel 7 Marathon

6:00am

McDonald’s Half Marathon

6:20am

Westpac 10km

9:00am

Love & Partners 5km

10:15am

QLD Government 2km

11:00am

Registration + Race Number Collection Registration and race number collection must be done prior to Sunday August 25. There will be no registration facilities on race morning. Each person must collect their own race pack. If a friend or family member is picking up the registration pack please provide a proof of registration or confirmation of entry. Please have some form of identification ready, drivers license or passport. Registration location: Mantra Mooloolaba Beach, reception and ground floor function rooms. Corner of Venning Street and Mooloolaba Esplanade, Moolooolaba. Registration times: Friday August 23: 1pm - 7pm and Saturday August 24: 11am - 5pm There is plenty of parking available for competitors picking up registration. There’s restricted parking along the beachfront, in an openair carpark off Brisbane Road or underneath the Mantra Mooloolaba, where entry is via Coles Supermarket.

Late Registrations + Transfers Late entries, race changes and race transfers for ALL races will be available but only at the late registration desk at the Mantra Mooloolaba Beach. Transfers and registrations will only be accepted for those events which have not reached maximum capacity. Please note there is no same day registration, transfer or number collection for any races.

Make sure your race number is clearly visible on the front of your shirt or singlet. Do not cover it with a jacket, runner belt, water bottle etc.

Your race number needs to be pinned in all four corners. Do not fold, bend or wrinkle it.

Do not try and peel off the timing chip, which is attached to the back of your race number.

There is a tear-off tag at the bottom of your race number that you can attach to a bag with your belongings to leave at the baggage tent.

Any medical conditions that may affect you during the event should be clearly detailed on the reverse of your race number, along with emergency contact details.

Your race number does NOT need to be returned after the race.

STILL WANT TO ENTER? Walk or run there’s a distance for everyone.

Online entries are open until Thursday August 22, closing at 5pm. www.sunshinecoastmarathon.com.au If you still want to run and take part there’s

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registrations open for all distances until Saturday August 24. Entries for the Onesie Runsie and Trade Secret Thong Run will be accepted up until 15 minutes before the start gun. All children under 12 in the 2km must be accompanied by a paying adult. You can run with your child if you’ve already run in a previous distance. Just wear your existing bib number!

COURSE MAPS

MARATHON

Marathon runners will complete four laps and will collect three wrist bands before finishing. Half marathon runners will complete two laps and are not required to collect wrist bands.

WESTPAC 10KM

LOVE & PARTNERS 5KM

10km runners will complete one lap. 5km runners complete a half lap. Runners for ALL distances start facing south.

ROAD CLOSURES

Alexandra Headland Mooloolaba Esplanade to Buderim Avenue Beach Terrace to Brisbane Road

Alexandra Headland Alexandra Parade and Aerodrome Road (between Buderim Avenue and Sixth Avenue

QLD GOVERNMENT 2KM

4.30am7.30am

4.30am12.30pm

in both directions)

Maroochydore Sixth Avenue (both directions between Aerodrome Road and Melrose Parade)

Maroochydore Sixth Avenue (south between Melrose Parade and Memorial Avenue)

Maroochydore Melrose Parade (between Sixth Avenue and Alexandra Parade)

Maroochydore Memorial Avenue and Beach Parade Kingsford Smith Parade (between Sixth

4.30am12.30pm

Avenue and Alexandra Parade)

4.30am12.30pm

Cotton Tree The Esplanade Duporth Avenue to Picnic Point Esplanade

4.30am12.30pm

Slip lanes - 40km/hour speed limit

4.30am12.30pm

● Duporth Avenue travelling north from Beach Road to Picnic Point Esplanade ● Alexandra Parade from Pacific Terrace to Okinja Road

4.30am12.30pm

travelling north (provides access to Mari Street Parking).

PARKING

RACE PRECINCT

Race Precinct

Special Access Parking

The Race Precinct is located adjacent to the finish line in the Alexandra Headland park, north of the Alex Surf Club and Skate Park. Here you will find toilet facilities, the information tent, volunteer tent, bag drop off, presentation area, merchandise tent and markets.

Limited parking is available for disabled athletes and supporters with restricted mobility within the event precinct. Disabled parking stickers must be displayed or shown to course marshals to access this area in front of the Alex Surf Club.

The VIP tents, corporate area and public grandstand overlook the finish line and home straight.

Pedestrian Access

The Daydream Leisure Marketplace is north of the race precinct and is accessible from both ends of the park and open to all members of the public from 8am-2pm.

Parking Parking for the event is available directly opposite the event precinct on Mari St, Alexandra Headland. Access to Mari St can be gained from a left turn from Pacific Terrace on Alexandra Parade and following a slip lane especially designed for this event.

The race precinct is in easy walking distance to a number of Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland and Maroochydore hotels. Please ask the reception at your hotel or place of accommodation for directions to the precinct to allow enough time to walk before race start. It is recommended athletes and their support crew walk where possible to avoid unnecessary traffic delays. The start line is a 10minute (1km) walk north from Mantra Mooloolaba Beach, the official race hotel.

Course Management The course will be manned by Queensland Police and a specialist road management company, along with SES and volunteers.

A gold coin donation is asked for upon entering, with all proceeds going directly to the Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club. Other on-street parking is available around Alexandra Headland.

Road closures and detours will be in clearly shown, please follow all directions given by the event management team and be patient as they assist your movement around the course without disrupting or endangering runners or the general public.

Please be mindful of businesses and residents within the area when parking. Please treat them kindly, park in designated areas, do not block drive ways or park on any verges. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.

Public Transport

All buses within this area will be redirected between 4am and 1pm on Sunday, August 25.

MERCHANDISE

START AND FINISH LINE

Finisher Medals Every runner who finishes the event, no matter what distance, will be rewarded for their efforts with a limited edition medal. The medals represent a wonderful achievement no matter what place you finished and can be collected when exiting the recovery area.

Finish Shirts Finishing a half or full marathon is no easy feat. Runners who complete the race will receive a limited edition finisher shirt recognising the event, year and distance. Runners must show their bib to collect their respective shirt in the recovery area.

Daydream Leisure Marketplace Start Line Runners will head south for their respective distances with turnarounds clearly marked on the course maps (see pages 7-9). The start line will be clearly visible with a giant red arch above the timing mat. The arch is south of the Alex Surf Club.

Finish Line All runners will enter the finish chute on their final lap (depending on distance) and run under the red finish arch over the timing mats to record their time. Please proceed through the chute to the recovery area for refreshments, medals and t-shirts (half and full marathon only). If you need medical attention please alert your nearest volunteer who will assist you to the first aid tent immediately.

Toilets Toilet facilities found at the start line and along the course.

Recovery Area Water, Infinit Nutrition, podiatry services, massage and First Aid will be available immediately after the finisher chute. Volunteers will be on hand to guide runners into the area which is immediately to your left as you exit the finish chute.

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Buskers, food and a chillout zone where competitors and supporters can sit and relax during and after their events can be found within the Daydream Leisure Marketplace, north of the skate park.

Information Tent Runners can get answers to last minute questions at the Information Booth, which will be clearly signposted and located adjacent to the Alex Surf Club.

Presentations The first three male and female runners of each race will be presented with their awards within 15 minutes of the third place getter crossing the line. Presentations will be made at the dais adjacent to the merchandise tent. Age group winners will be notified by email and prizes can be collected from the merchandise tent.

Sunstate Scooter Draw All competitors are entered in the random draw to win a Piaggio Zip 50cc Scooter and six months registration thanks to Sunstate Motorcycles in Maroochydore. Feel like youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on a permanent holiday with the super cute and very economic scooter. The winner will be drawn in the presentation area on the completion of all races at approximately 12.30pm. The winner does not need to be present to claim the prize.

Merchandise A selection of limited edition 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon 2013 merchandise will be available at registration and the Allez Sport tent within the race precinct. A range of menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s running singlets and t-shirts, will be available for purchase until stocks last. A range of Brooks footwear specials along with nutrition, eyewear, visors and socks will also be available for purchase.

ELITE FIELD

Name: Michael Shelley

Name: Joel Kiplimo Race: Marathon PB: 2:11:54

Name: Patrick Nispel

Name: Claire Geraghty

Race: 10km

PB: 27:49

PB: 34:25

Race: Half marathon

Name: Margie Atthow Race: 5km PB: 17:17

PB: 1:07:37

This year’s elite field has grown thanks to international recognition

Sunshine Coast attracts World’s best Speed, climate and atmosphere have attracted some of the world’s best distance runners to the second 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon. The course was recently certified by the internationally recognised marathon body AIMS and the prize purse also doubled helping to attract further enquiries from international and elite runners. “To receive such high levels of enquiry from elite runners across the world to come and compete at our event in only its second year is exciting,” Atlas Multisports managing director Jason Crowther said. “We want the course to be appealing to beginners and social runners who want to enjoy the spectacle and atmosphere but we also see it as being an enjoyable and fast course for professional and elites too.”

In the half marathon Brisbane runner Patrick Nispel, who set a new personal best of 1:07:37 at last month’s Gold Coast Asics Half Marathon, will use the event to further consolidate his preparation for the Melbourne Marathon in October and his long-term goal of representing Australia at the 2016 Olympics. Gold Coast-based Commonwealth Games marathon silver medallist Michael Shelley will add some extra speed and a little glamour to the 10km event with a personal best time of 27:59 and previous wins at the prestigious City2Surf and Gold Coast Half Marathon. Event organisers haven’t ruled out the potential of one day holding a race that attracts a calibre of runners that could challenge Australia’s best marathon time.

“There is no doubt that the course is fast and exciting. With the right conditions and Leading runners include marathoner, Kenyan temperature it’s not impossible to think that it Joel Kiplimo, who previously won the could one day allow a runner to break the Blackmores Sydney Marathon in 2011 and has a elusive 2:10 mark on Australian soil,” Mr personal best time of 2:11:54 for the distance. Crowther said. Fellow Kenyan Sam Kipkoech (2:13:01) who won the Brisbane Marathon this month in 2:31 is expected to be among the lead runners while in the women’s event Sunshine Coast runner Roxie Fraser hopes to defend her 2012 title.

“These are ambitious yet achievable goals for this event, but it’s an exciting prospect. We hope it helps create an iconic community event that thousands of people continue to enjoy for years to come.”

Sunshine Coast joins list of BQ qualifiers The 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon is a qualifying race for international races such as the Boston Marathon. Race entries for the world's oldest annual marathon event are capped and require would-be competitors to complete a highly competitive application process. To find out what your qualifying time is see the Boston Athletic Association’s website.

AMBASSADORS 2013

Name: Rebecca Ohlwein Charity: Heart Foundation Name: Casey Munro

Distance: 5km

Name: Hayden Smith

Name: Jordan Mercer

Name: Josh Minogue Charity: Youngcare

Charity Ronald McDonald

Charity: Noosa Seahorse Nippers

Charity: Melanoma Institute

House Charities

Distance: 10km

Distance: Half marathon

Distance: 10km

Distance: Half marathon

Ambassadors run for a reason For the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon ambassadors training for their “The event gives me an opportunity to promote exercise and get respective sports might be one thing but it’s quite another for those not involved in what has fast become an iconic community event,” Smith used to the mental and physical demands of endurance running. says. But it hasn’t stopped any of them from setting high expectations of themselves with surf life savers such as Josh Minogue and Jordan Mercer looking forward to the half marathon and 10km events respectively. Mercer, fresh from her third consecutive win at the world paddle board championships in July, even toyed with the idea of running the full marathon before opting to give her body a bit of a rest after the sixhour 52km paddling event. The current lifesavers join former Kellogg’s Ironman Hayden Smith and professional triathlete Casey Munro, who are relishing a speedy showdown with some of the coast’s young guns.

“I ran the full marathon at the inaugural event last year and loved it. I hope the event can help make Australians that little bit healthier.” Minogue, who has twice finished 3rd in the gruelling Coolangatta Gold, has expressed an interest in switching to the long course triathlon scene. He has entered the inaugural Sunshine Coast 70.3 in September and will use the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon running festival to test his legs. Other ambassadors include Active Living managing directors Dan and Nadine Sullivan, who have incorporated pre-dawn walks up Mount Coolum and Tough Mudder as part of their race preparation and upand-coming triathlete Rebecca Ohlwein, who will lead an all female team of elite athletes in the 5km event.

It’s the early bird that catches the fundraiser Getting up early is no problem for husband and wife personal trainers Dan and Nadine Sullivan. The directors of Activeliving The Wellness Company regularly incorporate challenging walks up iconic Sunshine Coast landmark Mount Coolum to take in the spectacular 360-degree views and sunrise. Recently they had an extra purpose, encouraging participants to donate money for Ronald McDonald House Charities. More than 55 people joined them for the walk, helping to raise $300 towards their $1500 goal. “If there weren’t charities like Ronald McDonald House all these children and their families would go through these traumatic events without any support,” Nadine said. “We’ve got about 60 people taking part in the event and there’s such a joyous feel about it. It’s not competitive, everyone just wants to be part of it because it’s local. It’s given them a goal and an extra purpose to get out, get fit and healthy and enjoy where we live. Seeing that enthusiasm from people is what inspires us to continue doing what we do.” PHOTO: Lisa Rosevear. The Active Living Wellness Team on top of Mt Coolum.

LOVE & PARTNERS CORPORATE CUP Corporate Need for Speed SPM Investment founder and director Mark Darling doesn’t run a typical investment company. The self-described sports fanatic may have worked 80-hour weeks for more than 20 years to build his business but his love for sports coupled with the Sunshine Coast lifestyle has seen him start to channel some of that intensity into health and fitness. In the inaugural 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon, Mark proudly led Team SPM to win the Love & Partners Corporate Cup with a combined time of 2:05:14. The team was made up of 13 competitors, including his three children all aged under 10 who placed highly in their age categories. “Having these kind of sporting outlets has not only helped me improve my health and fitness but it’s had a tangible impact on the business,” Mark said.

National Road Cycling team Pensar SPM) is his own philanthropic way of giving back to the community. Love & Partners Corporate Cup 2012 Results Place

Team

Time

Team SPM

02:05:14

Love & Partners

02:09:56

Riverside Christian College

02:17:28

“We recently changed our business hours to allow people time to enjoy the great things the Sunshine Coast has to offer whether it’s going to the beach before the sun sets or fitting in an exercise class,” he said. “It’s great to see how it’s impacted on productivity and enjoyment. Staff are getting into the cycling and running. You can’t put a value on having a healthy and happy workplace.” Last year 120 teams took part in the inaugural Corporate Cup.

“We did so well in the running, it was a real thrill to see the kids getting involved and doing well Some of this year’s biggest corporate teams and it’s been great to see our employees, include: Ray White, Westpac, McDonald’s, families and clients wanting to take part as well.” Halcyon Homes, Mantra, SPM Investment Group, Atlas Multisports, Miss Motivate and Mark’s involvement with local events and Brown Consulting. athletes (he is the naming sponsor of the

Love & Partners 5km Corporate Cup Teams with a minimum of five runners are able to enter with the combined time of the first five team members taken into account to find the winning team. The team with the lowest total is the overall winner. The winning team receives a perpetual trophy and a plaque.

EVERY DAY HEROES

From Zero to Hero for Haddan

Why we run for a reason

Brisbane media advisor Kate Haddan didn't set a lofty ambition when setting out to raise money for her first half marathon.

Last year the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon returned in excess of

The 29-year-old who is raising money for the Cerebral Palsy League of Queensland started out with a modest target of $500. But when that was surpassed within 24 hours she lifted the bar, not once, not twice but several times over.

beneficiary Ronald McDonald House Charities. The marathon is just

$150,000 to local community groups including the eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s major

one way we can raise valuable funds and awareness for those who need our help. We thank all those Everyday Heroes for putting in the time and effort to raise money as well as those who have supported

"I was blown away by the response, support and encouragement from my family and friends," she said after raising $5500 with a week still to go before race day.

them every step of the way. We couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it without your help.

Kate's charity recognises the support the organisation provided her younger brother Freddie, who passed away in 1999 aged 11 from the debilitating disease. "I've got some great friends, family and colleagues and I think they see this as a way to pay tribute to my brother who so many had a lot to do with," she said. "I get quite emotional about it but it's happy tears. I think he's had something to do with it and my training. I am so excited about running my first half marathon. It's about doing something I've never done before. "The money raised can help so much. $1000 will buy someone with cerebral palsy a walker and $150 will pay for an hour of therapy. It's so nice to see how much that means and what that provides for people like Freddie."

READ ALL ABOUT IT

Pre-Race Preview The event’s print media partner, The Sunshine Coast Daily will publish a comprehensive race preview on Friday August 23. The six-page special will include stories on competitors and the event as well as course maps, an event timetable and road closures. Be sure to pick up your copy from your local newsagents or supermarket to get full coverage of the event.

Post-Race Wrap Pick-up a copy of The Sunshine Coast Daily on Monday August 26 for a full wrap up of the weekend’s race results and pages of photos. Last year’s edition sold out so don’t miss out on seeing if you or your team made headlines. Enjoy extended coverage and photo galleries at www.sunshinecoastdaily.com.au

Event memento Enjoyed your race? Celebrate your running holiday and your efforts with an event t-shirt or singlet. The limited edition running gear is available online or instore at Allez Sport Mooloolaba before, during and after the race. If you miss them at the expo drop in and see the guys at 34 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba.

EVENT TIMES

Queensland Government 2km Run

McDonald’s Half Marathon

Start Time: 11am

Start Time: 6.20am

Official Cut Off Time: 1 hr (participants must be finished by midday)

Official Cut Off Time: 3 hours

Finisher Reward: Each finisher will receive a commemorative medal.

Entrants gift: Each entrant receives a 2013 Sunshine Coast Marathon visor.

Please note: Entrants under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult for the entire event. Parents can run with their children free of charge if they have participated in an earlier event. They must retain their bib number for the duration of the 2km event.

Love & Partners 5km Run

Finisher reward: Each finisher receives a commemorative medal and finisher’s shirt. Please note: Entrants must be a minimum of 15 years of age on race day.

Start Time: 10.15am

Channel 7 Marathon

Official Cut Off Time: Entrants must be finished by midday.

Start Time: 6am

Entrant Gift: Each entrant receives a 2013 Sunshine Coast Marathon drink bottle.

Official Cut Off Time: 6 hours

Finisher Reward: Each finisher receives a commemorative medal.

Entrants gift: Each entrant receives a 2013 Sunshine Coast Marathon visor.

Please note: Entrants under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult for the entire event.

Finisher reward: Each finisher receives a commemorative medal and finisher’s shirt.

Westpac 10km

Please note: Entrants must be a minimum of 18 years of age on race day.

Start Time: 9am Official Cut Off Time: Entrants must be finished by midday. Runners must make the 6.4km mark by 11am (Picnic Point turn around). Entrant Gift: Each entrant receives a 2013 Sunshine Coast Marathon visor. Finisher Reward: Each finisher receives a commemorative medal. Please note: Entrants must be a minimum of 12 years of age on race day.

Cut off times Each event distance has an official cut off time to ensure the festival runs smoothly, runners aren’t impeded and the roads are reopened to the public as required by event permits. It is the participant’s responsibility to ensure they finish within the official cut off time to avoid disqualification. Course officials have the authority to warn participants or remove them from the course should their safety be jeopardised or event progress compromised.

Cricky’s Onesie Runsie (1km) Start time: 5pm, Friday August 23 Start and finish at Loo With A View, Mooloolaba Entrant gift: Trade Secret Onesie Please note entries are capped at 100 runners. The Trade Secret Family Thong Run (1km) Start time: 5.10pm, Friday August 23 Start and finish at Loo With A View, Mooloolaba Entrant gift: Trade Secret Thongs Runners are encouraged to wear a “Onesie”. Please note entries are capped at 500 runners.

PACING AND RACE ETIQUETTE

Pacers

Etiquette

Pacers may look like they’re having fun with their big smiles and bright balloons attached to their back while surrounded by a group of seriousfaced runners. But it’s a job that requires the utmost concentration and responsibility as they carry the goals and expectations of people around them, it requires some serious mental and physical strength not to mention a generous sense of humour.

When you are in a group around a pacer (pace bus) treat it like a football or cricket team. Everybody has the same goal, and like a team, everybody looks out for each other.

Among the pacers at this year’s 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon is renowned Brisbane distance runner Bruce "Digger" Hargreaves, 60, who will lead the 4hrs30min group in what will be his 125�� marathon.

● Runners are encouraged not to jostle or push nearby runners.

Learn how to get the most out of following a pacer by using this helpful FAQ guide compiled by Bruce. Q: How do I find or recognise a “pace bus” on race day? A: Pace Runners can be identified by their “Pacing Flag/Balloon” which shows the pace group’s (pace bus) target time. You can find them positioned in an appropriate position in the start pack, which reflects their proposed finish time.

If you set a realistic goal and execute a suitable training program then a pacer will be an asset to you by stopping you going too fast too early (or too slow too early).

When running in a group remember:

● Give fellow runners enough running room. ● Try to avoid stopping suddenly or changing direction without warning to avoid anyone tripping and falling. ● At drink stations, particularly early in the race, it will be very crowded, but it’s important that not only do you get a drink, but your fellow runners get a drink. If you are close to the drink table take a drink in each hand and pass the second drink to a fellow runner who may have missed the table. ● Do not monopolize the pace runners’ time. All Pace Runners will talk to you and their experience will be helpful to you but be wary of sharing the brain’s trust around. ● You can help a pace runner by calling out kilometre markers when reached. ● Calling out that an aid station is up ahead.

● Remember pace runners are athletes just like you except they are there to help you achieve your goal. On rare occasions when they run into difficulty and can not finish the race if you are feeling okay don’t hesitate to share or take over his/her duties particularly if you’re running well.

Get to know your pacer

Q: Will a pace runner go by “gun” or “chip” time?

Marathon

A: Where there are two pacers, the lead pacer will be targeting “gun time”, when the starting gun is fired. The second pacer will run according to “chip time” and will start their watch when they cross the timing mat at the start line.

Time

Pacer