FAQs
All general 3W FAQs can be found HERE.
For this race specifically:
This is my FIRST event. I have a lot of questions...
THAT IS AMAZING! We're so happy to have you join us. Did you know that 30% of racers report that is their first time racing, too? Email the race director if you ever have a question that isn't answered here.
The other runners participating next to you are some pretty remarkable people and we KNOW that they will be encouraging and supportive if you have questions on race day - just ask someone standing next to you! You may just make a new friend!
You call this a "13er." What is the true distance of the race and why does my GPS read something different?
The '13er' course is a true 13.1 miles, also known as a 'half marathon."
The 5k course is 3.1 miles. The 10k is 6.2 miles.
All courses are measured using industry-standard, MECHANICAL equipment (e.g. Jones Counter). By this measurement, the actual surface of the course is measured, not digital estimations which are used in GPS technology. For this reason, your GPS watch recorded distance may vary from the true 3.1 or 13.1 miles of the actual course.
I can't remember if I'm actually registered. How can I check?
To look up the participant list for any race, click on the "REGISTER" button for that event. On the registration page you will find a blue tab labeled, "Find a Participant." Click there and you will be able to search the list of registered runners. This applies to runners who registered through our site.
If you didn't get a confirmation email, chances are that your email address was typed into the software erroneously. In that case, please email us and we'll help make the fix!
I’m a walker and will take longer than the course cutoff time. Does this mean I can’t participate in the fun event?
Absolutely not! Walkers are welcome, and we want you to be able to enjoy the Colorado 13er with us. The 13er course has a 3 hour 10 minute time limit, with the finish line closing at 9:40 AM.
If you don’t expect to finish within that window, you may take advantage of our 5:30 AM early start. Early starters should pick up their packet in advance and check in with the timer before heading out so we know you are on the course.
May I participate with my stroller?
Check the specific 'course info' page regarding elevation and course surface. Strollers are welcome but we recommend you have a jogging stroller to accommodate the packet gravel parts of the course. If you can push it, you can bring it!
If your child stays in the stroller the whole race, no, you do NOT have to register them as a separate participant.
Our rule is, if they are using their own two feet to participate in one of our races, then, YES, you do need to register them. This is due to safety, participant counts for city permits and calculation of materials needed for the race!
May I participate with my dog?
No. Please leave your furry friend at home. We run through part of a nature preserve that DOES NOT allow dogs!
Do you have pacers on the course?
Nope. You're welcome to wear your watch. :)
I picked up my shirt and now I'd like a different size. What can I do?
Bring your unworn shirt to the race. As soon as the race starts, we open 'shirt exchange' with any shirts that were unclaimed. You can trade out your unused shirt for a different size, as long as supplies last.
