Mattoni 1/2Marathon Karlovy Vary 

Saturday May 21 2022|nábřeží Osvobození

Start: 6:00 pm,

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Saturday, May 21 2022|nábřeží Osvobození

Start: 4:00 pm

You can pick up your start number with your ID, no need to show covid pass according to the government rules. 

Each runner must pick it up on his own or with a power of attorney signed by a lawyer. It is possible also authorized another person to collect your start number on-line via your Runners ID (more info here).

For a smooth and safe course of the race, we ask you to follow these basic rules:

•  Keep the distance of 2 meters where possible,
•  Use the disinfection that will be available,
•  Keep your mouth and nose covered if you are indoors,
•  If you do not feel well, do not enter the race,
•  Consider your overall health,
•  Observe the current regulations of the government of the Czech Republic.

Your start number must be fixed visibly on your chest.

Safety-pins will be included in the envelope containing your start number.

Timekeeping will be tracked through chips, which are attached to the back of the start number, and which must not be removed at any time during the race. NO CHIP = NO TIME! Chips are disposable.

Time limit is 3 hours from the start of the race (starting signal). The limit time is listed for each kilometer in the map of the race. All runners behind this time must leave the course and end their participation in the race for safety reasons.

It is strictly forbidden to use any means of transport, or to go on the course with a child’s pram, run with dogs or carry children. Participation in the race is at participants’ own risk. More information about race rules. 

1. The half marathon isn’t a sprint. It’s more than 21 km.
2. Go for a sports-health check-up before the race.
3. Keep an eye on the weather forecast and dress as if the temperature were 5 °C higher. You can put on an old coat or t-shirt at the start. All clothing left in the start lanes will go to the needy.
4. Fix your start number to a visible place on your chest and complete the details required on the reverse side. This will make it easier to provide health assistance if necessary.
5. Use the designated toilet areas.
6. Adhere to the instructions of the organisers.
7. Make sure you look around you before throwing away your cup, spitting or blowing your nose.
8. If you can’t go on any more, first cross to the edge of the course before stopping. This will prevent collisions and unexpected encounters.
9. The refreshment stations are many metres long. Use the whole length of the space and don’t stop right at the first table.
10. You can run with headphones if you want, but many bands and music points are located along the course so it would be a pity to miss them.
11. Share your joy about completing the run with your fans only after you’ve crossed the finish line.
12. Everyone’s a winner. Enjoy the run and the happiness regardless of the time.

Take part in the race only in excellent health and after adequate preparation. We recommend that you undergo a specialist check-up and pay close attention to your current state of health.

TBC

The start number can be picked up only in person during the opening hours of the Running Expo - opening hours and place will be updated.

With the RunCzech App you can easily pick up your start number, receive all benefits from race partners and learn important race information. It will also serve as a public transport ticket. Your friends and family can also find useful information in the app.

Will be updated.

The start of all races is on the street T. G Masaryka, in the city center, easily accessible by foot. Public transport is free on the race for all runners who show their start number either in RunCzech app or the real one. We recommend to park your car outside the city centre as there will be several traffic closures. For more information about the parking or traffic please use Waze app.

If you are running a half marathon for the first time, you can read running tips on appropriate clothing, drinks and nutrition on the day of the race on our website in the First-timers section.

Will be available at the start, the finish, in the technical area and along the course. If you need to call an ambulance, ask a volunteer or call the emergency services on number 155 and tell them your start number.

If you are not feeling well or have recently been ill it’s best to not take part in the race. You are entering the race at your own risk. 

Along the course there will be several medical points and ambulance points. Also, there will be mobile bike groups with AED.

On the back of your number fill in all important information about your state of health for the case of medical assistance.

Are placed at every refreshment point, in the technical area and in the start/finish area.

Located in the technicl area.

There will be several stations on the track. Please, throw all the waste in the marked places and directly into containers. This ensures efficient recycling.  For hygienic reasons there will be no sponges at this race.

There will be several stations on the track. Please, throw all the waste in the marked places and directly into containers. This ensures efficient recycling.

Are clearly visible according to the goal finish times: 1:30, 1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:10, 2:30. You can find them in each corridor.

The division into corridors is determined by the expected time in registration and the timeliness of your registration. Your corridor is according to “Corridor/Group” on your start number. Available only for runners with the start number.

Located in the technical area. Hand over your belongings to a volunteer standing at the appropriate box corresponding to the last two digits of your bib number. Maximum accepted size of bags 25×45×70 cm. Larger luggage cannot be accepted for capacity and safety reasons.

Changing room, bag deposit, toilets, medal engraving - all this can be found in the technical area. Entry is only possible for participants with a start number and will be checked. Place and opening time will be updated.

1) Team members are not allowed to swap start numbers. 

2) Under no circumstances is it allowed to change the order of the runners on the individual legs. You must run in the order that your names are listed on the application form.

Please follow the instructions of the organizers and volunteers to make the whole race run smoothly!

Thank you and Good luck!

PLEASE PAY ATTENTION TO THE GRAPHICAL ILLUSTRATION OF THE CHANGEOVERS!

Wait for your team-mate (A) in the corridor at the changeover in front of the carpet that measures your time. As soon as you (B) see your team-mate, run together towards the carpet. This carpet is laid on the ground and is black. The incoming runner (A) finishes in the area beyond the carpet, you continue on to the next changeover or to the finish line.

• 5k by walk
• 10k by bus - 17:40 station on nábřeží Osvobození
• 15k by bus - 17:30 station on nábřeží Osvobození

Relay 1/2 Marathon

1st changeover 5. Km – tbc

2nd changeover 10. Km – tbc

3rd changeover 15. Km – tbc

Changeover 2Run

1st changeover 10km - tbc

The changeover points are indicated on the map of the course in the previous section. 

A wristband that is handed over by members at individual handover points. The first relay member will find this wristband in his/her envelope. The wristband does not return after the race is over.

The relay race and 2Run start at the same time as the runners in the main race, at 6:00 pm.

Results will be published after the race as soon as possible. The ranking is done according to the official time which is counted from the start of the race. You can contact us if there is a mistake in your result within 5 working days after the race. Don’t forget to provide the name of the race, your start number and as many details as possible.

Order your photographs online at www.marathon-photos.com.. Available approximately 3 days after the race.