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2011 EVENT UPDATES  

KNOW YOUR BIB NUMBER FOR PRE-RACE CHECKIN

This is actually an important tip for easing the process at the pre-race checkin.  There will be several alphabetical participant lists posted on the walls near the entrance to the Expo.  Please consult one of these when entering and take note of your bib number.  You will be asked for this bib number (rather than your name) when checking in.  So it will speed things up if you already have that information readily available.

NO RUNNER DROP-OFF AT THE STARTING LINES

Please note: runner drop-off is NOT allowed at either the marathon or half-marathon starting lines.  The event permits from the State of Arizona and ADOT require that runners not be dropped-off at either starting line.  This mandate is intended to ease traffic congestion, and exceptions will not be tolerated by the authorities.

TUCSON MARATHON MEDALS: MARATHON & BEYOND HONORABLE MENTION

The finisher medals for last year’s Tucson Marathon were awarded an Honorable Mention by Marathon & Beyond Magazine (meaning Top 35 of over 400 marathons).  This year the medals and lanyards are even better, and we know the finishers are really going to love them.

RACE REGISTRATION INCREASE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19.  

The fees for race registration go up on Saturday, November 19.  So hurry up and register if you haven’t already.

TUCSON COUPLE RAISES FUNDS FOR BETTER THAN EVER 

Jim & Debra Jacobs participated in the Half Marathon to raise funds and awareness for the official race beneficiary, Better than Ever.  Click here to read more about their story!

WEAR YOUR NUMBER SHIRTS

Competitors in all events will be able to have their official race bib number printed on a technical t-shirt.  Please contact the great folks at WEAR YOUR NUMBER to inquire about this offer, but act quickly as you’ll need to place your order immediately in order to receive your shirt in time for the race.

ELECTROLYTE REPLACEMENT: It will be chilly when you board the buses for the starting line, but you should be hydrating properly on race morning as it will warm up quickly once the sun rises.

FINISH LINE

As in previous years, the Tucson Marathon and Half Marathon will finish at the Coronado Middle School (3401 E. Wilds Road, Tucson, AZ 85739).  Food from Damascus Bakeries and Whole Foods Market and refreshments from Pepsi and Tucson Water and will be provided for runners at the Finish Line on race day.  Spectators can purchase food and refreshments from one of the food vendors that will be on-site starting on race morning.

Shuttles will return competitors to their respective hotels (if provided) and parking areas.  Please look for the signs directing you to the return shuttle area.

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