FAQ's...
PLEASE READ ALL FAQ'S PRIOR TO CONTACTING US AS MANY QUERIES WILL BE ANSWERED HERE
We'll be adding more information as the clock ticks down but for now...
Q: WHAT DOES MY ENTRY FEE INCLUDE
The €30 / €40 / €50 entry fee includes timing chip, race number, technical event t-shirt AND bespoke event medal.
Q: WHAT TIME DO THE RACES START?
Half marathon: 12.30 pm
10k distance: 12:45 pm
5k distance: 13:00 pm
NB - times subject to change and are tide dependent!
Staggered start times for each event which will generate a great atmosphere around the end line as all participants will be arriving back together. There will be refreshments for all at the end of the race, perfect after such a challenge.
Q: WHEN DO I GET MY NUMBER and T-Shirt?
Race pack postage:
Participants have 2 options:
1) Race pack postage: Simply select this option when completing your registration & we will post your t-shirt, race number & timing chip (timing chip is implanted in race bib).
2) Collection: If you do not opt for postage you MUST collect your pack on Friday 17th July Time: 5pm - 9:00pm: Venue: The Club Rooms, Castlegregory (Purple building beside SPAR).
N.B NO RACE PACK COLLECTION ON RACE DAY AND NO EXCEPTIONS
NB: On advice from our timing company - please note, to avoid confusion, each entry will require separate postage i.e. if entering 3 participants each will require a separate postage, even if they are all going to the same address.
Note: No postage available outside of Ireland! International participants only can collect on the day - please email us to arrange
Q: CAN I TRANSFER THE NAME OF MY ENTRY TO ANOTHER PARTICIPANT?
A: Yes, provided you notify us by email at [email protected] NO LATER THAN MIDNIGHT ON THE LAST WEDNESDAY BEFORE RACE DAY so the name allocated to your timing chip can be amended.
Q: CAN I SWITCH RACE DISTANCES?
A: Yes, you can switch distances provided you notify us by email at [email protected] NO LATER THAN MIDNIGHT ON THE LAST WEDNESDAY BEFORE RACE DAY so the system can be updated
Q: CAN I DEFER MY ENTRY TO THE FOLLOWING YEAR?**
A: NO. We will offer a full refund up to 8 weeks prior to the date of the event. You must notify us by email before the 8 week cut off at [email protected]
Q: CAN I CANCEL MY ENTRY?**
A: Yes, We will offer a full refund up to 8 weeks prior to the date of the event. You must notify us by email before the 8 week cut off at [email protected]
**(No refunds or deferrals after this date as race numbers will be allocated & t-shirts ordered, all of which are non-refundable)
** Please note, in the event the event is cancelled /disrupted, participants will be offered deferred entry, donation or refund. The organisers are not responsible for any losses incurred.
Q: CAN I WALK?
A: Walkers are welcome for the 5k & 10k (no walkers on the Half Marathon or anyone with a time over 3 hours)
Q: CAN I DRIVE TO THE START.
A: Yes. There will be ample parking at the start / finish area at Fahamore for the event. Carpooling is advised to make your journey easier - keep an eye on our social media platforms closer to the date for details if so. Please follow stewards and one way system carefully.
Q: ARE THERE TOILETS?
A: Yes! We will have portaloos toilets in the car park right opposite the start / finish line. (No toilet facilities on the beach)
Q: ARE THERE WATER STATIONS:
A: Yes, there will be a water station at 5K, 10K and 16K and at the start/finish line
Q: WHAT DO I GET AT THE FINISH?
A: Refreshments, water, fruit, snacks and a sense of complete euphoria/achievement/relief (Delete as applicable!)
Q: WHERE CAN I GET MY RESULTS?:
A: Results will be published on the our website, social media sites and live on www.myrunresults.com.
Q: ARE IPODS/MP3'S ALLOWED ?
A: We advise against using them on safety grounds. Our race vehicles and ambulances must use the course, and must be able to alert participants of their presence.
Q: WHAT IS THE LAYOUT OF THE COURSE:
A: The course is set on one of the country's longest sandy beaches. The race does not move off the beach at any stage. The beach is 99% flat, solid sand but due to the nature of the sea there may be patches of gravel, softer sand & small stones, but the beach is so wide at low tide these will be easily avoidable. The beach is also intersected on occasion by small mountain streams, the size of which is weather dependent - footwear may get wet. Correct footwear is advised. The race will start & finish at Fahamore in the Maharees. Also note: please be aware that due to the size of the beach your course may end up being longer than the half marathon / 10k, 5k length, depending on the course you take.
The route will be marked to correct lengths by easily identifiable flags, however, participants own discretion with regards to what area of the beach to use (i.e. avoiding stones / pools of water etc.) may result in slight variations in distances.
Q: HOW WILL I IDENTIFY THE COURSE?
***PLEASE READ CAREFULLY***
A: The route will be clearly marked by easily identifiable red flags and km markers .
To keep distances accurate, please run on the sand dune side of the flags at all times (i.e. flags on your right going out, and flags on your left coming back). This will prevent any discrepancies in finishing times & distances that may occur by running a shorter route near the water as the beach is curved, so running closer to the seas = a shorter run!
Q: WHAT IS IT LIKE RUNNING ON A BEACH?
A: Firstly, the beach is so wide and flat when the tide goes out that it is solid enough to drive on, so this not a soft beach, and provides a great surface for running on as it is flat, wide and solid. However, please keep in mind when preparing that due to the changing nature of the sea and the beach, you may encounter small pools of water, gravel patches, areas that may be softer, stones, seaweed and there are 3 small mountain streams intersecting the HM course. The beach is so wide however that participants can choose their own course around any obstacles that may appear.
Q: ARE THERE AGE LIMITS?
A: For the HM the lower age limit is 16 years old but under 16's may take part in the 5k/10k with parental consent, supervision & waiver signed by parents on entering child. Please contact us on [email protected] with any queries
Q: I HAVE A QUESTION:
A: Please feel free to email any further queries to us on [email protected]. We are here to ensure this unique event is a super and enjoyable run for all so we will be delighted to deal with any questions you may have.
HEALTH & SAFETY:
* Sunscreen is advised
* Blowing sand can be painful to eyes, consider protective eye wear.
* Some of the beach may be uneven, pay heed to the surface at all times.
* There are small streams on the course, runners may get wet.
* iPODs / MP3s - we advise against using these as you need to be able to hear what is happening around you as the beach is very busy in July.
* Appropriate footwear is advised.
Q: WE'RE PLANNING ON MAKING A WEEKEND OF IT, WHAT'S ON?
A: If you log on to www.castlegregory.ie or on https://www.dingle-peninsula.ie/ you will see lots of information about the area as well as accommodation & local restaurants etc. Definitely worth making a weekend of it!
We'll be adding more information as the clock ticks down but for now...
Q: WHAT DOES MY ENTRY FEE INCLUDE
The €30 / €40 / €50 entry fee includes timing chip, race number, technical event t-shirt AND bespoke event medal.
Q: WHAT TIME DO THE RACES START?
Half marathon: 12.30 pm
10k distance: 12:45 pm
5k distance: 13:00 pm
NB - times subject to change and are tide dependent!
Staggered start times for each event which will generate a great atmosphere around the end line as all participants will be arriving back together. There will be refreshments for all at the end of the race, perfect after such a challenge.
Q: WHEN DO I GET MY NUMBER and T-Shirt?
Race pack postage:
Participants have 2 options:
1) Race pack postage: Simply select this option when completing your registration & we will post your t-shirt, race number & timing chip (timing chip is implanted in race bib).
2) Collection: If you do not opt for postage you MUST collect your pack on Friday 17th July Time: 5pm - 9:00pm: Venue: The Club Rooms, Castlegregory (Purple building beside SPAR).
N.B NO RACE PACK COLLECTION ON RACE DAY AND NO EXCEPTIONS
NB: On advice from our timing company - please note, to avoid confusion, each entry will require separate postage i.e. if entering 3 participants each will require a separate postage, even if they are all going to the same address.
Note: No postage available outside of Ireland! International participants only can collect on the day - please email us to arrange
Q: CAN I TRANSFER THE NAME OF MY ENTRY TO ANOTHER PARTICIPANT?
A: Yes, provided you notify us by email at [email protected] NO LATER THAN MIDNIGHT ON THE LAST WEDNESDAY BEFORE RACE DAY so the name allocated to your timing chip can be amended.
Q: CAN I SWITCH RACE DISTANCES?
A: Yes, you can switch distances provided you notify us by email at [email protected] NO LATER THAN MIDNIGHT ON THE LAST WEDNESDAY BEFORE RACE DAY so the system can be updated
Q: CAN I DEFER MY ENTRY TO THE FOLLOWING YEAR?**
A: NO. We will offer a full refund up to 8 weeks prior to the date of the event. You must notify us by email before the 8 week cut off at [email protected]
Q: CAN I CANCEL MY ENTRY?**
A: Yes, We will offer a full refund up to 8 weeks prior to the date of the event. You must notify us by email before the 8 week cut off at [email protected]
**(No refunds or deferrals after this date as race numbers will be allocated & t-shirts ordered, all of which are non-refundable)
** Please note, in the event the event is cancelled /disrupted, participants will be offered deferred entry, donation or refund. The organisers are not responsible for any losses incurred.
Q: CAN I WALK?
A: Walkers are welcome for the 5k & 10k (no walkers on the Half Marathon or anyone with a time over 3 hours)
Q: CAN I DRIVE TO THE START.
A: Yes. There will be ample parking at the start / finish area at Fahamore for the event. Carpooling is advised to make your journey easier - keep an eye on our social media platforms closer to the date for details if so. Please follow stewards and one way system carefully.
Q: ARE THERE TOILETS?
A: Yes! We will have portaloos toilets in the car park right opposite the start / finish line. (No toilet facilities on the beach)
Q: ARE THERE WATER STATIONS:
A: Yes, there will be a water station at 5K, 10K and 16K and at the start/finish line
Q: WHAT DO I GET AT THE FINISH?
A: Refreshments, water, fruit, snacks and a sense of complete euphoria/achievement/relief (Delete as applicable!)
Q: WHERE CAN I GET MY RESULTS?:
A: Results will be published on the our website, social media sites and live on www.myrunresults.com.
Q: ARE IPODS/MP3'S ALLOWED ?
A: We advise against using them on safety grounds. Our race vehicles and ambulances must use the course, and must be able to alert participants of their presence.
Q: WHAT IS THE LAYOUT OF THE COURSE:
A: The course is set on one of the country's longest sandy beaches. The race does not move off the beach at any stage. The beach is 99% flat, solid sand but due to the nature of the sea there may be patches of gravel, softer sand & small stones, but the beach is so wide at low tide these will be easily avoidable. The beach is also intersected on occasion by small mountain streams, the size of which is weather dependent - footwear may get wet. Correct footwear is advised. The race will start & finish at Fahamore in the Maharees. Also note: please be aware that due to the size of the beach your course may end up being longer than the half marathon / 10k, 5k length, depending on the course you take.
The route will be marked to correct lengths by easily identifiable flags, however, participants own discretion with regards to what area of the beach to use (i.e. avoiding stones / pools of water etc.) may result in slight variations in distances.
Q: HOW WILL I IDENTIFY THE COURSE?
***PLEASE READ CAREFULLY***
A: The route will be clearly marked by easily identifiable red flags and km markers .
To keep distances accurate, please run on the sand dune side of the flags at all times (i.e. flags on your right going out, and flags on your left coming back). This will prevent any discrepancies in finishing times & distances that may occur by running a shorter route near the water as the beach is curved, so running closer to the seas = a shorter run!
Q: WHAT IS IT LIKE RUNNING ON A BEACH?
A: Firstly, the beach is so wide and flat when the tide goes out that it is solid enough to drive on, so this not a soft beach, and provides a great surface for running on as it is flat, wide and solid. However, please keep in mind when preparing that due to the changing nature of the sea and the beach, you may encounter small pools of water, gravel patches, areas that may be softer, stones, seaweed and there are 3 small mountain streams intersecting the HM course. The beach is so wide however that participants can choose their own course around any obstacles that may appear.
Q: ARE THERE AGE LIMITS?
A: For the HM the lower age limit is 16 years old but under 16's may take part in the 5k/10k with parental consent, supervision & waiver signed by parents on entering child. Please contact us on [email protected] with any queries
Q: I HAVE A QUESTION:
A: Please feel free to email any further queries to us on [email protected]. We are here to ensure this unique event is a super and enjoyable run for all so we will be delighted to deal with any questions you may have.
HEALTH & SAFETY:
* Sunscreen is advised
* Blowing sand can be painful to eyes, consider protective eye wear.
* Some of the beach may be uneven, pay heed to the surface at all times.
* There are small streams on the course, runners may get wet.
* iPODs / MP3s - we advise against using these as you need to be able to hear what is happening around you as the beach is very busy in July.
* Appropriate footwear is advised.
Q: WE'RE PLANNING ON MAKING A WEEKEND OF IT, WHAT'S ON?
A: If you log on to www.castlegregory.ie or on https://www.dingle-peninsula.ie/ you will see lots of information about the area as well as accommodation & local restaurants etc. Definitely worth making a weekend of it!
