CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Half-Marathon

The start line will be at the corner of Conway and Light Streets (same as last year) at the 13-mile mark of the marathon. The half-marathon will split from the marathon at Pratt Street and merge later in the race with marathon. From that point, marathoners and half-marathon participants will run the same course to the finish line. 

Date: Saturday, October 18, 2014

Race Start: 9:45 AM

Start Line: Conway and Light Streets

Race Limit: 11,000

Restrictions: 1) Participants in the Half-Marathon must be at least 14 years old and 2) Participants must be able to complete the course in 5 1/2 hours.

Wave Start:  In order to maintain a comfortable and safe race experience for all participants, the CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Half Marathon will be using the wave start again in 2012.  Bib numbers will have been issued based on expected finish time and will correspond to the holding pen you have been assigned.  There will be five (5) holding pens this year and we ask that all participants adhere to this policy and start with their assigned wave.  Plase keep in mind that with the D-Tag system, your time will not start until you cross the startline.

Chip Timing:  The event will continue to utilize the newest timing technology. The B-tag technology offers runners a more streamlined race experience than the traditional chip system. B-Tags are attached to participant bib and clearly marked with the corresponding bib number. This eliminates the need to scan your chip at the expo. 

In addition, runners do not need to return the tag and can dispose of it at their convenience. This means no more sitting down to undo your shoe lace just after your run and it also means you no longer have to worry about the $30 charge for a lost chip.

Tips to have your time accurately recorded:

• Race bib is clearly visible on the front of the torso
• Race bib is unaltered and unmodified (Do not fold or wrinkle)
• Race bib is pinned in all four corners
• Race bib is not covered (jackets, runner belts, water bottles, etc.)

Amenities: Runners participating in the CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Half-Marathon will receive the following: Under Armour performance shirt (men’s and women’s styles available), and post-race food & beverage. A medal will be given to all finishers.