How many RUNColumbus team members can I expect to register for my race?
Halfway into the 2022 season, participation by the RUNColumbus team in series races has ranged from 30 to 65 runners per event with the average number of participants being 50.
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Are there ‘official rules’ for the race series?
Yes. The Official Rules can be found here.
Why would I pay to participate in the series in addition to paying for the race registration?
The reason a runner registers for the RUNColumbus Race Series can vary. The runners we polled listed the following as the top reasons to sign up: To compete for a RUNColumbus Championship or Age Group Title. To complete a minimum of six races in the series and receive the commemorative Finishers Award. (Several runners cited …
Why would a runner pay to participate in the series in addition to paying for the race registration?
The reason a runner registers for the RUNColumbus Race Series can vary. The runners we polled listed the following as the top reasons to sign up: To compete for a RUNColumbus Championship or Age Group Title. To complete a minimum of six races in the series and receive the commemorative Finishers Award. (Several runners cited …
Can I run more than the minimum required number of series races?
Absolutely! We encourage runners to support as many local races as their schedule allows. A minimum of six series races must be complete to receive the commemorative Finishers Award and to compete for a Championship or Age Group Title and Award. Runners completing 12 series races earn the distinction of being named a RUNColumbus Road …
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Does my RUNColumbus registration cover race entries?
No. Runners register for each series race on the race’s website. Links to race websites are on the race series calendar.
Why is there a limit to the number of races each season?
Good question, and one we have grappled with quite a bit. The key factors for limiting the number of series races are as follows: To give runners that want to contend for a Championship or Age Group title a higher probability of head-to-head competition; To give runners who want to earn the distinction and recognition …
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I’m moving to a new age group during the series. How does that affect my points?
The points awarded to a runner for finish order in a race are based on the runner’s age on the date the race occurs. The RUNColumbus Race Series final standings are based on the runner’s age on the date of the last race in which the runner participates. Here’s an example. James is 29 years …
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If we offer a discount code to RUNColumbus participants, what assurances do we have that it won’t be shared broadly?
The heartbeat of RUNColumbus is to see your race grow, and in turn, increase support to your charity. Only RUNColumbus participants will receive specific information about discount codes. While RUNColumbus cannot be held liable for someone sharing the code with a non-RUNColumbus runner, we will make every effort to communicate the importance of keeping codes …
What’s the cost to have our race on the series calendar?
Absolutely nothing. Well, it does require a little bit of your time to complete the RUNColumbus Race Series online form.