The Course
Alberta Jeep Dealers Half Marathon Course Map
Elevation Map
Half the Battle...Twice the Fun...21.1KM or 50,000 steps...
Whether you’re training for your first 21.1 km challenge or you’re a half marathon veteran, this is a fun race to run! Our flat and fast course starts off with a tour of downtown Calgary, a jaunt through the heart of the Calgary Stampede Grounds, a trip through the Calgary Zoo and a visit to some of Calgary's friendly neighbourhoods...all in one run!
This is our fastest growing event as more and more people discover their love of running. The 1/2 marathon is challenging but not daunting and can be your annual training benchmark as you prepare for your first or next marathon. The Alberta Jeep Dealers 1/2 marathon is a must run for everyone. There is no better place to be then in Calgary at the beginning of the Stampede. Running the 1/2 marathon means a guilt free week of stampeding as all your training pays off, allowing you to slide back into your favorite Stampede gear for a week of Stampede fun!
The Alberta Jeep Dealers 1/2 Marathon welcomes walkers!
Entry Fee
$55 - Early Bird, until Feb. 29
$65 - Regular, Mar. 1 - June 15
$75 - Late, June 16 – June 30(shirt size not guaranteed)
$85 - Package Pick-up, July 4&5(shirt size not guaranteed)
Entry Fee Includes
A short sleeved technical Brooks running shirt featuring the Half Marathon's Race logo (women's sizing is available - please order size accordingly), a finishers’ medal, food and drink at the finish line, a souvenir Race Program, admission to the Fitness Expo, medical support on course and at the finish line, 6 company sponsored aid stations providing water, Gatorade, sponges, and sanitary facilities; live entertainment, and over 1,100 enthusiastic volunteers working for you.
Race Day Schedule - Sunday July 6, 2008
5:30am - Bag Check7:00am - Marathon Walkers (New for 2008 - all marathon walkers will start at 7:00am with marathon runners)
7:00am - Marathon Runners
7:00am - Half Marathon Runners & Half Marathon Walkers
7:25am - Wheel Chair Athletes 10K
7:30am - 10K & 4x10K Runners & Walkers
9:30am - Timbits Marathon
Confirmation
Confirmation of your race entry will be e-mailed to you once payment has been processed. Printed confirmation or photo id is required at the race package pick-up. To ensure your entry has been received, look for your name on our website: Registration Confirmation.
‘ChampionChip’ Timing
All runners will be using ChipTiming. You will pick up your chip at package pick up and return it at the finish line. A deposit is not required. Chips not returned are the responsibility of the runner and a $40 charge will be administered for unreturned chips.
Race Cap
For logistical reasons and to ensure the best possible event, all events will be capped. This makes it essential for those who wish to participate to ENTER EARLY! We expect the 1/2 marathon to sell out.
Race Date
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Start / Finish
All race day activities will start and finish at Millennium Park, 11 Street and 9 Ave. SW. The course is open for 6½ hours. Walkers are invited and encouraged to participate in all events. Please seed yourself accordingly.
Awards
All Marathon finishers will receive a finishers' medal as they cross the finish line. A certificate of completion will be available to download off our web site.
Fastest overall male and female:
1st $1,000
2nd $750
3rd $500
4th $250
5th $200
Fastest male (40+) and female (40+) master: $300
First three male and female runners in the following age categories: 19 & under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+; will be awarded medals.
Course Records
Male – Abel Ondeyo, Milton, ON 1:07:10 (2006)
Female – Emily Kroshus, Calgary 1:18:37 (2006)
Cancellations
ENTRY FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. Once we accept your entry you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate. You may not give or sell your number to anyone else.
Race Portraits
The HSBC Calgary Marathon is proud to have Action Sports International as the official photographer of the HSBC Calgary Marathon race weekend. ASI is the industry leader in professional sports photography and their goal is to capture an athlete's greatest moment on film!
Official photographs will be taken along the course and at the finish line by strategically placed ASI photographers. To get the best pictures possible, keep your race number uncovered and in clear view at all times. Action Sports International will then email proofs of your photographs with ordering information within one week after the race.