Frequently Asked Questions
What is the date of the race for 2012?
The race will be run on Sunday, 7th October 2012.
What is the start time of the race?
The race will start at 11:00am. This time allows people from all over Ireland to easily travel to the race as a day trip.
What race is being held?
The race is a three-quarter-marathon (19.664 miles / 31.646 kilometres).
When do entries open?
On-line entries will open on 16th January 2012, limited to first 1,000 entrants.
There is no postal entry facility.
Where is race HQ?
The race based will be Glasson Hotel and Golf Club (www.glassongolfhotel.ie).
Race parking, number and timing chip collection, start and finish areas will all be based at this location.
The address of the Glasson Hotel & Golf Club is:
Killinure,
Glasson,
Athlone,
Co. Westmeath.
Directions and Google Map HERE
The phone number for the Glasson Hotel & Golf Club is: +353 (0) 90 6485120
When do I collect my race number?
Race registration will be provided on race day from race HQ between 8.30am and 10:30am. Race registration will close promptly at 10:30am.
Are the race distances certified?
Race distance has been measured accurately using a Jones Counter and is certified.
Will chip timing be used?
Yes, chip timing will be used to ensure accuracy of race results.
What is the race route?
Information on the race route provided on the ‘Race Info’ page
What is the entry fee?
| Entry Date | Entry Fee |
|---|---|
| Before 29th February 2012 | €29pp |
| 1st March to 30th April 2012 | €34pp |
| 1st May to 30th June 2012 | €39pp |
| 1st July to 31th August 2012 | €44pp |
| 1st September to 3rd October 2012* | €49pp |
Limited to 1,000 entries
*Souvenier race t-shirts not guaranteed in size requested for entries after 1st September 2012 due to lead time for ordering and delivery of tee-shirts
Are there elite entries available?
A limited amount of elite entries will be made available.
Required recent half-marthon standard required for elite entry consideration is 70 minutes for men and 82 minutes for women or similar.
What happens when I enter on line?
Your credit card or laser card details will be processed and debited for the entry fee amount. You will receive an e-mail detailing your Receipt Number. Please bring this e-mail to race registration to collect your race number and chip.
What is provided with the race registration pack?
You will receive a race number (to be worn on the front), a race chip, the official race t-shirt and final race instructions.
We will be providing a technical race t-shirt – we want to make sure it is something you will cherish and use.
One of our key objectives is to minimise race entry fees for athletes and as a result we do not intend to provide a comprehensive "goody" bag preferring to keep the costs down and the quality of the event itself up.
Do I get a refund or deferment if I can't run?
Sorry, we are unable to provide a refund unless requested within 14 days of your entry (Before 15th Sept only) or deferment if you can't run.
Can I transfer my number if I can't run?
We will take entry transfers up until 15th September 2011. A €10 administration charge will be charged.
The transfer process will be manual - e-mail info@athlone3quarter.com with details of change requested by 15th September 2011
Where do I pick up my Race Number?
Race numbers and timing chips will be available for collection on the morning of the race at the Glasson Golf Hotel.
Will the course be marked?
The route will be very clearly marked and marshalled.
There will be very clear signs at each km/ mile interval and at each quarter marathon point where interval timing will be provided to give you results including 1/4 marathon splits.
Where can I leave baggage?
A baggage area will be provided at Glasson Hotel and Golf Club. Items left in this area are to be labeled with your race number.
Although every effort will be made to keep this area secure, the race organisers will not accept responsibility for items left in this area.
Where will refreshment stations be located?
Refreshment stations will be provided approximately every 4 miles on the route.
What will be provided at each refreshment station?
The following refreshment stations are planned for the 2012 event:
- Station # 1 (approx 4 mile marker)
- Station # 2 (approx 8 mile marker)
- Station # 3 (approx 12 mile marker)
- Station # 4 (approx 16 mile marker)
The following will be provided at refreshment stations:
- Bottled water (possibly energy drinks at refreshment station 2 & 3)
- Fruit segments
- Sweets
At the finish line there will be:
- Water in plastic cups
- Fruit segments
Al la carte meals available in Glasson Golf Hotel at discounted rates to racers
If you wish to place a personalised drink/gel on the course please contact info@athlone3quarter.com
Where will the toilets be located?
Toilets will be provided at the race start/finish area. There will also be a portable toilet provided close to each refreshment station.
Are changing facilities provided?
Yes- Changing and shower facilities are provided in the Glasson Golf Hotel
Are massage facilities available after the race?
Yes - there will be at least 4 qualifed therapists providing massage after the race
Where will the First Aid stations be located?
Two first aid ambulances will be on hand for the duration of the race. One will be based at the start/finish area and the second will be based at an appropriate point on the race route.
When will the results be available?
We will process results as soon as possible after race finish. The focus will be on identification of prize winners immediately after race.
We aim to have printouts of results available soon after you finish but our prime objective is to have a full set of results available online on the official race website (www.athlone3quarter.com) by Sunday evening.
Will pacemakers be used?
Our intention is to use pacemakers for the course as the ideal marathon preparation event.
Pacers will be running at the equivalent of 3, 3.30 and 4 hour pace.
Pacing will be based on the following:
What prizes will be awarded?
2012 Prizes will be in the following categories:
- 1st Male & Female: €300 + commissioned trophy + €100 bonus for course record
- 2nd Male & Female: €200
- 3rd Male & Female: €100
Category prizes were provided in 2011 Salomon and TriZone - Details of 2012 category prizes will be provided shortly but they will extend to :
- First two male finishers over 40, 50 and 60
- First two female finishers over 40, 50 and 60
What eligibility rules are used for veteran categories?
Your category will be based on your age on race day.
Are iPods and MP3 players banned?
We request that you do not use personal music devices for safety reasons. This is not something we can actively monitor and we appreciate your co-operation to maximise race safety.
Yes. The full course will officially close at 5pm. We will allow 2 hours for each section (1/4 marathon) of the course to be completed. This is sufficient time for someone to walk the course, so we feel this is appropriate and walkers are very welcome to participate if they are confident of meeting these cut-off times. Race signage, marshals and timing equipment will be removed in accordance with this schedule.
What food will be available at the Glasson Golf Hotel after the race?
Who can I contact for further help?
E-mail: info@athlone3quarter.com
Phone: Barry on 087-2424237
