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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUETIONS...
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How long is a ¼ Marathon.
A full marathon is 26 miles, 385 yards or 42.159 km. Thus, a ¼ marathon is exactly 6 miles, 975.25 yards or 10.54 km. The course is precision measured by a measuring wheel to ensure that the Durham ¼ Marathon is indeed a full ¼ marathon. There are no estimates in this race.
What are the directions to the start area?
If coming from Toronto, take the 401 to the Park Rd. Exit in Oshawa. Turn left at the lights onto Bloor street and turn left again at the next set of lights at Park Rd. Follow Park Rd over the bridge, through the lights at Gibb St. and John Street to the lights at King Street. Turn right onto King Street and follow to the next lights at Midtown Drive. Turn right and follow to the parking lot at Midtown Mall.
If taking GO Transit, take the GO train into Oshawa. Take the Oshawa-Courtice-Bowmanville-Newcastle GO Bus into Oshawa. Once Downtown, get off at the King St./Bond St. stop. Stay on King Street and head west (from where you just came) crossing Bond Street past the Scotiabank. Just before the bridge there is a path that heads south through a parking lot. Turn left onto this path and follow the path down the hill and across the foot path bridge. You should see the starting area from there.
Where should I park?If driving to the Durham ¼ Marathon, please do not park your car near the A & P as they are still open and would like to reserve the spots for their customers. You can park at the South end of the mall or you can park at the Parking Garage on King Street. Parking is free on weekends in downtown Oshawa.
Is the start and finish at the same location?
No, the Durham ¼ Marathon is known as what is called an 'out only' race. This means that you will start at one location and finish at another. The start location is at the Midtown Mall and the course finishes near the lake at Lakefront West Park. The benefit however, is that the course is a net downhill course. This means that you start at a higher elevation than where you will finish, making the course just a bit faster.
How will I get back to the start area and my car?
Starting at 11:00 am, an air-conditioned coach will start to shuttle people back to the Midtown Mall. This service is offered free of charge to all Durham ¼ Marathon participants.
Is first aid available throughout the race?
Yes, first aid providers will be present on foot and bicycle as well as providing a first-aid tent at the finish area. Also, all traffic marshal volunteers will be watching for the health of the participants to minimize any problems.
Will the event be chip timed?
Yes, the ¼ Marathon event will be chip timed and results will be available within minutes of crossing the finish line and on the web within hours.
Will I receive a shirt?
The Durham ¼ Marathon is once again pleased to offer a technical shirt to all participants. We are sure that you will be pleased with this year's design.
Will I receive a finisher medal?
The Durham ¼ Marathon provides unique and distinctive medals to the top three male and female finishers and the top three male and female finishers in each age category only. This year we are providing a unique certificate of completion to each participant.
Can I walk the course?
Yes, the course will be open until 11:30. This means that you have 2.5 hours to complete the course, which is well within the average walking time for this distance. If you plan on walking, please start the event near to the back of the pack.
Can I bring my stroller or Dog?
Yes, strollers and dogs are permitted, however, we do request that you start the race near to the back of the pack to minimize obstruction or injury to the other runners.
Can I rollerblade or bike the course?
Rollerblades and bicycles are not permitted on the course as a part of the Durham ¼ Marathon.
Are there food and drinks available for the participants?
The Durham ¼ Marathon will provide water and sport drink at the 2.5km, 5km and 7.5km mark of the course. The finish area will provide a large assortment of food and beverages and, in the past, has been one of the many features of the event that past participants have commented as exceptional. This year will be no different.
When can I pick up my race kit?
You can pick up your race kit at the Oshawa Centre starting at 10:00 am on Thursday, July 24th. Kits are also available for pick up on the 25th at the Oshawa Centre from 10:00am - 9:00pm and again on race day starting at 7:30 am.
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