Please read...additional advice
Although every entrant of Bangkok Marathon has studied the details shown in the entry form or in the handbook of which a number of runners have received, there are certain small detail which should be emphasized and provided with additional explanation due to minor changes. Moreover, with the limited time on the racing day the organizing committee would not have much time to explain the details, therefore, the runners are urged to rather study them from the documents.
Running numbers & t-shirt pick up schedule
Packet pick up will be at the Marathon Desk in Lumpini Hall, Lumpini Park, Rama 4 Road.
on Nov. 20-22,2008 between 10.00 a.m. - 07.00 p.m.
* Number packets will not be issued on race day.
Attachment of Numbers
The running number must be pinned on correct positions (front & back for wheelchair) being clearly prominent, in the case of running numbers folded disfigure or unidentifiable to the officials your running result may be void.
Get in the Starting Area Runners will be in starting area:
For Marathon : in between 01.00 a.m. - 03.00 a.m. at the Sanam Chai Road
For Quarter 10.550 km. and 5 Km : They will be at start line before 06.00 a.m.
Disqualification
Any runners receiving any kind of help from anyone, of
instance a bicycle pick-up shall be stopped by an official immediately and deemed to by obstruction other competitors and their results will be void.
Pacing
Pacing by anyone or in any form is strictly prohibited.
Water Stations
Water will be provided every 2 km. distance marked by Pepsi umbrella stands which are official water stations also after 15 km the electrolyte drinks by Gatorade will be provided every 4 km. The competitors aiming for the first five places are only allowed to refresh themselves at these points. There are supplementary service points every 2 km., the amateur runners are allowed to refresh themselves at any time. There are sponge services every six km.
Medical Support
Starting from 1st km. on, there will be an ambulances manned with medical team, if you feel that you cannot go on do not force yourself but use the service. Once you have entered the ambulance it shall be deemed that you are out of the race, an official shall radio to the control center to cross your number off the list. In case of problems which can be remedied you may call for help without moving anywhere.
Runners unable to finish
Those runners who opted our from the race may use our pick-up service to the finishing line but those who used this service shall also be regarded as having left the race
Finish line approach
Please study the way to the finishing line in the diagram carefully as wrong entry may result in judging and timing problem.
Proof of age
The winners of any place under any categories shall provide evidence or proof of their true ages by genuinely valid documents e.g.I.D.cards passport to be examined by officials, failure to do so may result in the forfeit of any prizes.
Objection
Those competitors who wish to lodge and objection must do so within 15 minutes after the unofficial announcement of the results with Bht.1,000 conditional fee returnable only when the objection had been sustained.
General service Personal Belongings
The competitors reported in front of are to use the left baggage room in the Saran Rom Garden near the finish, and to reclaim their properties at the same left baggage room by 10.00 a.m. The organizers shall not be responsible for any loss, so do not deposit any valuables.
Awards Ceremony
The award ceremony will schedule around 08.00 a.m. On the stage in the nearly finish line.
Service for runners near finishing line
We have several kinds of service near the finish, and in the Saran Rom Garden such as medical care, toilets, showers, dressing rooms, food and refreshments etc.
TV broadcast (live)
The Army Television Channel 5 will televise competition from 07.00 a.m. Until 08.30 a.m. There will also be live radio broadcasting by Radio of Thailand. The video recording of the race will be shown on channel 5 later on.
Why are there different start times for marathon runners?
Marathon runners are assigned different start times depending on their speed and the time it takes them to finish a race. Previously, when all runners started the race at the same time, the slower ones who needed more time would be left behind in small number. Assigning different start times to each runner is believed to help with this issue in that the majority of runners, regardless of their speed, will catch up with one another towards the end of the race. And this generally makes for a more pleasant race. On the other hand, although previous running time records are carefully analyzed by the organizers, assigning different start times may not be as effective a measure as it should if runners fail to provide in the application truthful past records and expected running time for the race in question.
How do I know when I should start?
Marathon runners need to check the start time clearly specified on the chest number patch and be present at the begin line at that time. Starting the race at the wrong time is strictly prohibited.
Provision of false records may foul a runner.
It is also possible that certain runners may intentionally provide false records at the time of application, for instance, stating that 5-7 hours is required for them to finish the race while in fact they require only 3-4 hours, so that they may be assigned the 0200 hours start time and have a better chance of winning the race. This practice is a clear evidence of dishonesty and foul play. It will affect the general procession, spoil the mood of fellow runners and cause the staffs more problems. Please do not consider doing this under any circumstance.
Do give way.
Certainly, some runners aim not only to finish the race but also to win it. All runners need to be mindful of others and act in a sportsmanlike manner to ensure an orderly race. Slower runners are asked to stay to the left towards the side of the road throughout the race so that faster ones may conveniently pass.
Announcement of winners may be delayed.
This procedure which allows the majority of runners to finish the race around the same time is a plus for most. But it introduces considerable burden to the referees who must use great care in deciding the winners. Consequently, it is possible that the announcement of winners may be delayed. The organizers apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Runners who believe they may win should be present for the announcement.
As the championship rule will be used to decide winners and as certain amount of time is required for this, marathon runners who believe they may win should remain near the finish line for the announcement.
Do not run for others.
Running with another person's number patch and chip entails problems and confusion. Please do not run for other participants under any circumstance. This is a serious violation of rules and an apparent foul. Your honor is at stake!
Spirit will be greatly appreciated.
The organizers have applied their extensive experience to improve this event in every possible way. This is race may be likened to a test that determines the practicality of this method and its future use. Therefore, all runners are asked to kindly observe all rules and to be a helping hand that keeps "Standard Chartered Bangkok Marathon" a great and remarkable event.
