R-Line Electrolyte Drink is the official race drinks supplier and will be providing drink at the finish line. To try out some of R-Line’s range for up to half price, click here, or check out their full range of sports drinks, gels, beetroot, and protein bars, click here.
FEES
Early Bird 14 January to 30 April 2016
Half Marathon Run/Walk $45.00
10km Run/Walk $35.00
5km Fun Run/Walk $20.00
Kids Commando Challenge $15.00
Standard 1 May to 25 September 2016
Half Marathon Run/Walk $55.00
10km Run/Walk $40.00
5km Fun Run/Walk $25.00
Kids Commando Challenge $15.00
Late 26 September to 2 October 2016
Half Marathon Run/Walk $70.00
10km Run/Walk $55.00
5km Fun Run/Walk $40.00
Kids Commando Challenge $20.00
Late entries will still be available online for all events until midnight Thursday 29 September. Thereafter late entries for all events will be taken at Flagstaff Club during Registration hours on Saturday and Sunday up to 30 mins before race time.
DISCOUNT OFFER
Enter 5 or more TOGETHER into a combination of any of the Half Marathon, 10km, 5km or Kids Commando Challenge events and you will receive a discount as follows:
5 or more entries receive a 5% discount
10 or more entries receive a 10% discount
20 or more entries receive a 20% discount
Please note these discounts do not apply to early bird entries.
ENTRIES CLOSING DATE
All entries close Sunday 25 September 2016
REFUND POLICY
There are no refunds for non starters or non finishers. When you register you accept the terms and condition of entry. Entries can be transferred to another person/event. If transferring to another event e.g. from the 10km to Half Marathon or from the 5km to 10km the fee difference must be paid. There are no refunds for changing to a lower fee event. Contact the Half Marathon Office on 0800 426 425 or email [email protected] with any changes.
ENTRY CHANGES
Race changes, race transfers and entry information changes after Sunday 25 September 2016 must be completed in person at Flagstaff Club Registration Centre.
RACE CONFIRMATION
Online entries will receive an e-confirmation. Confirmation for manual entries will be posted out with race instructions a week before event date.
Medals given to every finisher in all events.
For your staff, clients, group or club this event is a great team building opportunity. There are 2 team challenges available.
Enter a team of 4 runners or walkers (male or female) for the Half Marathon or 4 runners or walkers (male or female) for the 10km event. Teams must include 3 employees of the Company and the Company name must appear in the team name. The Fairview Mazda Trophies will be awarded to the first placed teams in both these events.
Enter your entire Corporate/Group/Club into this challenge. Team members (male or female; runner or walkers) can be entered into any of the events (Half, 10km or 5km), all team members don’t need to be entered in the same event/distance. To enter into this challenge you therefore must have a minimum of 2 in the Half Marathon, 3 in the 10km and 4 in the 5km. The fastest times of the 2 members in the Half, 3 members in the 10km and 4 members in the 5km will be added together. The winner of this challenge will be the team who has the fastest aggregate time. The prize being a trophy plus 500 Cook Dollars from The Cook Café & Bar that can be used for either a Christmas function, a dinner, a lunch or a package to be discussed with The Cook-Cafe & Bar. Terms and conditions apply.
You can enter your own teams online and pay by credit card. If you require help please contact us on 0800 426 425.
If you require a tax invoice after payment has been made please contact us.
If you want us to collate all race packs and race numbers for pick up by one person on event weekend please let us know by 26th September 2016 and we will arrange for this to be done.
If you wish to bring your own gazebo, bbq etc please advise us and we will add you into our site plan. There is no charge for the site. Closing date for site bookings is Monday 26th September 2016.
Team Discounts
Enter a team of 5 or more and receive a 5% discount.
Enter a team of 10 or more and receive a 10% discount.
Enter a team of 20 or more and receive a 20% discount
We will be having Pace Runners again for the Half Marathon to assist competitors to reach their goal. Each pace runner will be wearing a special T Shirt with the goal time printed on the back. Pace runners times will be 1hr 50, 2hrs, 2hrs 10 and 2hrs 20.
The 1st-3rd male & female walkers in the Half Marathon event will be recognised in the Merit Prize List. Participants in all events MUST walk the entire event distance. We rely on your honesty - please.
Prize giving will take place at 12.30pm at the race finish. You must be present to collect any of the spot prizes. All spot prizes are randomly selected. Major spot prizes will be announced at prize giving. Randomly selected finishers will be handed a letter for minor spot prizes on the finish line. These can be redeemed from the spot prize table in Flagstaff Club. In the event of adverse weather the prize giving will be cancelled and all prizes will be posted out.
The following prizes will be awarded on stage. If you have won a Merit Prize and do not collect at prize giving it is your responsibility to contact the Event Director within 30 days after event date to organise collection.
| 1st - 3rd | Open |
| 1st - 3rd | Master 35 - 44 |
| 1st - 3rd | Master 45 - 54 |
| 1st - 3rd | Master 55 - 64 |
| 1st - 3rd | Master 65+ |
Trophies awarded to:
| 1st | U16 and U20 Male and Female in 10km |
| 1st | U20 Male and Female in Half Marathon |
| 1st - 3rd | Male Walker |
| 1st - 3rd | Female Walker |
Masters age group winners who finish in the top 3 open men or open women in the Half Marathon & 10km events will be awarded ONE PRIZE ONLY, that being the prize of the greatest value.
Merit prizes total $8000
SPOT PRIZES TO BE WON TOTAL $15,000
Overall finish time will be recorded by Timing Sports via a transponder attached to your shoe. You MUST hand in your transponder before leaving the finish area. Failure to hand in your transponder will result in a charge of $50.00. Official timekeeping ends 3hrs 30 after race start. Results will be posted on the website shortly after the event.
Parking is available in the field adjacent to Flagstaff Shops - enter off Endeavour Avenue and follow the instructions from parking marshalls. Parking is also available in streets surrounding Flagstaff Park. Refer to location maps on website. We also ask that consideration be given to local residents when parking.
There are no road closures in place. All roads are open to traffic AND NORMAL ROAD RULES MUST BE OBEYED. Please be aware of residents exiting and entering their properties. Please watch for traffic at all times.
Buggies, prams and strollers will be allowed in the 5km event only. They will start after the walkers. No dogs, skateboards or rollerblades will be allowed on the course.
Located within 5kms of Flagstaff Park.
Hamilton Half Marathon is proudly supported by:
Novotel Tainui and Ibis Tainui who are the event official accommodation providers.
It is our pleasure to offer entrants in the Hamilton Half Marathon 2016 the following rates at both our Hamilton Hotels. We certainly look forward to confirming rooms for this event.
$139.00 Room Only
$157.00 Room & Breakfast for One
$175.00 Room & Breakfast for Two
$95.00 Room only
$110.00 Room & Breakfast for One
$125.00 Room & Breakfast for Two
* The above rates include 15% GST and are per room and per night.
Guests are able to make bookings via our website and we welcome them to do so, the benefit in doing this is instant confirmation of their reservation and the opportunity to purchase additional options such as breakfast and upgrades.
To book rooms online, guests simply need to use the link: http://www.accorhotels.com/gb/hotels-offers/promotion-45538-novotel-ibis-hamilton.shtml
Wheelchairs Half Marathon
Half Marathon Run / Walk
10km Run / Walk
5km Fun Run/Walk
Kids Commando Challenge
Register NowFlagstaff Club will be open from:
12 noon to 3pm
from 7am
For collection of race numbers, race packs and timing transponders. Late entries will also be taken.
T Shirts are available for purchase. To collect your T Shirt with your race pack you must pre order by Monday 19th September 2016. Orders will be taken on race day and posted out to competitors. A postage charge will be added.
Water will be provided at approximately 4km intervals and at the start/finish.
Will be available