| The First Chandigarh Running And Living Marathon - 42.195km |
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DATE: 31 stJanuary 2010,
Chandigarh
TIME: 6.30 AM
Registrations closed
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The First Chandigarh Running And Living Half Marathon - 21.097 km
DATE: 31 stJanuary 2010,
Chandigarh
TIME: 7.00 AM
Registrations closed
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Chandigarh Running And Living 5km run
DATE: 31 stJanuary 2010,
Chandigarh
TIME: 9:30 am
Registrations closed |
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| Award ceremony 10:45 am |
The runs are organised by the Chandigarh Administration and are by runners for runners, to provide a great experience to all. Running is yet another reason why Chandigarh is a great tourist destination, and the Chandigarh Marathon is an ultimate reason to come to this picturesque city. We at Running And Living Infotainment are proud to be associated with this running experience. Our goal is to make this special for you.
 Chandigarh is not called "The City Beautiful" for nothing.
Where else would you get to start from a Rock Garden and run via beautiful gardens, flat wide roads, past the Rose Garden, past a Lake, Two Governors’ Raj Bhawans, and through a Golf Course? Only in Chandigarh.
Run the prettiest City Marathon in India – start Running And Living in Chandigarh. Link up with our running groups across the country and make some new friends and excellent support groups on anything to do with running, to enable you to become a coach for others to get inspired and follow.
Experience the thrill of a
lifetime as you cross the finish line.
The course is flat, cold and well supported. The Full Marathon will remain open for 6:30 hours from 6:00 am with Sports Drinks, Water, Ambulance Care and the Chandigarh Traffic Police and our enthusiastic volunteer support.
An attractive medal, certificate with timing for each finisher of the Full and Half Marathons and a medal and certificate for each 5km finisher. Each finisher is a winner and we know how you feel. We are runners too!
Plan to be at the start (at the Rock Garden Parking area) at least 30 minutes before the start of your race.
The award ceremony will happen near the Rock Garden at 10:15am after the 5km race ends on the 31st of Jan. There will be some Full marathoners still finishing and they need to be cheered on by all of you. It is a grueling distance and every finisher is a special winner. |
| PRIZE MONEY:
ONLY for those with Chips and only for those who finish the half marathon in Under 2 hours and the full marathon in under 4 hours Under: |
| There is only an OPEN category of prize money which is as follows: |
| Full Marathon Open |
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Full Marathon Indian Athletes only |
| 1st |
Rs 150,000/- |
Rs 50,000/- |
| 2nd |
Rs 75,000/- |
Rs 25,000/- |
| 3rd |
Rs 50,000/- |
Rs 10,000/- |
| 4th & 5th |
Rs 10,000/- Each |
Rs 5000/- Each |
| 6th & 10th |
N/A |
Rs 2500/- Each |
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| Half Marathon Open |
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Full Marathon Indian Athletes only |
| 1st |
Rs 75,000/- |
Rs 25,000/- |
| 2nd |
Rs 30,000/- |
Rs 15,000/- |
| 3rd |
Rs 15,000/- |
Rs 5000/- |
| 4th & 5th |
Rs 5000/- Each |
Rs 2500/- Each |
| 6th & 10th |
N/A |
Rs 1000/- Each |
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| Maximum Total Prize Money |
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Rs 587,500 |
Should any Indian come in the top 5 in the open category, they will receive the open category prize money and the prize money towards that rank within the Indian athletes category will not be given out.
The final prize money (gross of taxes) TDS will be @10.3% for international athletes and @30.9% for Indian athletes. |
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| Our partners who have already signed on for the first Chandigarh Running And Living Marathon: |
| Running shoes partner |
Fitness Partner |
Radio Partner |
Financial Services Partner |
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| Event Consultant partner |
Timing Planet Partner |
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| TIMING CHIP SYSTEM FAQ'S |
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What is RFID Chip timing?
RFID Chip Technology
RFID stands for Radio Frequency Identification This signal is interpreted by a control module and converted to a 20 digit code. This unique code identifies the transponder as well as whatever is attached to the transponder.
The RFID Chip
RFID Chip is a miniature transponder in a specially designed plastic housing and can be used under all conditions (wet, dry, cold and hot).
Where do I get my chip, and where do I return it?
Your chip is supplied to you for the event, at the Chip timing counter located at the Chandigarh Running And Living Marathon Expo. Chips must be returned at the completion of the event at the finish line and you collect your refund of the Rs 200 security deposit
 How do I wear the Chip?
You will be wearing a short plastic strip, containing the chip on your ankle of any leg. No chip, no time. Only runners wearing a RFID Chip will be timed. The reading distance of the RFID Chip System is limited. The antennas are embedded in the blue mats on the road, therefore the chips should be tied around the ankle as low as possible as shown in the picture.
How does the Chip work? |
All runners must ensure they run across the blue mats at the beginning of the race. Also at the end of the run - no matter how tired you are - CONTINUE TO RUN ACROSS ALL MATS. |
Can you explain Chip Time versus Gun Time?
Gun Time: The time from the sound of the starter's signal to the time when the runner crosses the finish line. Also known as the Official Time. Real Time, Chip Time: The time from when the runner crosses the starting mats at the start line, to the time when the runner crosses the finishing mats.
What are the advantages of Chip timing?
- Fast and accurate results at each event
- Net times: the RFID Chip can register every individual start time, even when participants are at the back of the pack.
- Split times
- Free flowing finish, no more restricted space at the finish
- Check points along the course
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| Registration and the Marathon
Expo: |
| The fee is Rs 500/- for the Marathon and Rs 400 /- for the Half Marathon.All full and half marathon runners pay a deposit of Rs 200/- for the timing chip along with the registration fee. This deposit will be paid back at the finish point when the chip is returned. This chip is compulsory and NOT optional for the half and full marathoners.
 Rs 100 for the 5km runs. Government School students showing proper ID can register free for the 5km run
Payment and registration, and signing of the waiver form can be completed on line now as below
OFFLINE REGISTRATION:
For those of you who have not been able to register online so far for some technical or card related issue, we have an off line registration facility in Chandigarh and NCR at :
- Chandigarh:
- CGA Elemention Gym, CGA Golf Range, Sector 6, Chandigarh. Tel : 0172- 2747300
- Lake Side Cafeteria – Chef Lake View
- Sector 17 Tourist Information Centre
- NCR:
- Elemention Gym, Green Boulevard, B9A Basement, Sector 62 NOIDA.Tel : 0120- 4571671
- Elemention Gym, Infinity Tower C Ground Floor, DLF Phase II, Gurgaon. Tel : 0124- 4147400
- Elemention Gym, Friends Club, 17 Friends Colony West, Delhi. Tel : 011- 46512090
- Pay your money by cheque favouring "Runningand Living Infotainment Pvt Ltd" or cash and you will need to fill in a simple registration form and get a receipt from Running And Living issued at these locations.
- It is critical that you clearly fill out an email address where information can reach you, for race information updates as well as post race information and photographs. We want you to have free access for all information about your run.
You will get your bib, goodie bag and great information and great deals on running gear at the expo.
Branch Details
| Name Of Branch |
Address |
| ICICI Bank Ltd , Sector 9 |
SCO 9-10-11 , Sector 9D , Madhya Marg Chandigarh |
| ICICI Bank Ltd , Sector 35 |
SCO485-486 , Sector 35 C , Chandigarh |
| ICICI Bank Ltd , Panchkula 11 |
Showroom No. 6 , Sector 11 , Panchkula |
| ICICI Bank Ltd , Phase 7 |
SCF 21-22 , Phase 7 , SAS Nagar , Mohali |
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| Marathon Expo |
The bib pick up for all races will happen at the race expo. |
There will be no bib pick up on race day
There will be loads of great information provided by specialists in their field which will be of great value
to you. So if you are planning to run, block off some time for coming to the expo – you will get to know the way to the race location and will also meet several other runners and make new friends. |
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| The expo: |
| Location |
CGA lawns in Chandigarh Sector 6 at the base of Sukhna Lake, outside Elemention Gym |
| Telephone |
0172 - 2747300 |
| Timings |
10am to 5pm on January 29 th 30 th |
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| Come at the start of the expo to make sure you get as much info and are well rested for the big day |
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Directions:
At the base of Sukhna Lake as you head North past the Golf Course entrance and going on the lane through the greens of the course on either side. Turn right when you reach the base of the lake and go down around 600m. |
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| The EXPO will include rich information provided by |
- Reebok trainers on footwear with great deals on running shoes
- Running Injury free - by a leading doctor
- Running and Gymming - Getting to your personal best - Club Elemention
- All about running - Q&A on the course, water and sports drink stops, toilets, first aid and more - last days do's and don'ts and anything else by Rahul Verghese
- Salesof water bottle belts, running shorts, T shirts and undergarments
- Photo souveniers
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Get as many of your
family and friends to join us all at the looping course so that they can cheer you on at
several points and get you to your personal best time and make it you're your most fun race as you see
their placards, they photograph you and cheer loudly for you, as well as for the other runners.
The medical team, water, toilets, sports drinks and time check will be there at various points, as will the
Chandigarh traffic Police - we want you safe and injury free with treatment close at hand if required.
(see the map). Please call for an ambulance or aid if you ever do feel dizzy or unsteady.
We know what it's like when you are full of water, and you need to go, or if your final days easting
have not fully agreed with you.
Routes have been planned along with the sports department and police to maximise running through the open spaces of the city while minimising traffic blockages and so, there are a few loops which runners need to study and be aware of. Timing mats have been placed at all U turn points for the half and full marathoners.
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| Half Marathon - Please go over the various loops at the Old Barricade Circle Carefully and understand the routing |
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| Full Marathon - Please go over the various loops at the Old Barricade Circle Carefully and understand the routing |
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Race Rules:
No refunds of registration amount or transfer of registrationnumber to anyone else
Need to be above 18 years to register for the full or half marathon
Need to be above 5 years to register for the 5km run
All participants need to agree and fill the waiver document on line or offline |
| Training: |
For those of you training for your first full marathon, Congratulations
Check out a world class schedule for 1st time marathoners by Hal Higdon - noted marathoner and race training guru
If you are training for your 1st Half Marathon, look no further for a
great schedule , 5k
training program for the first timer , 10k training program for the 1st
timer
There are last week and last day tips to runners available at http://runningandliving.com/Keen_Runner.html
The final 3
weeks: Check out the last 3 week
schedule at one of the training programs on our site which suits your level of training and your goals. . Remember - train well and you will finish smiling. All the very best and congratulations on your decision. |
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 Getting there:
Please plan to come 1 hour before your run to manage the various traffic blocks and avoid congestion. Car pool while coming in - to stay green and not jam the parking area. Park opposite the rock garden across the road and at the Lake club and Lakeside parking
Baggage
storage - within your own vehicle
Slow runners -we will be there - whatever time you finish - you are the hero that day, Don't worry
about anything but completing your enormous achievement that you have embarked upon |
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Before and at the
finish:
- Smile for the cameras.
- Medals will be given to each finisher at the finish line, and certificates a few minutes after you finish.
- Hydrate and have your snack.
Collect your certificate with your name, and timing (for half and full marathon only) will be handed over at the certificate counter. You need to return your timing chip and get back your deposit of Rs 300/- that you paid during registration. Check for photographs and mementos at the finish |
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Post the finish :
Congratulate yourself again and 2 days after check out the event photographs which you can download from our website.. |
Congratulations on your achievement:
Check your results - official corrected timing and position among those who wore their chips till the end and wore them correctly
See your photographs and re-live your great achievement
Photos at http://picasaweb.google.com/rahulsverghese/RockGardenAndGolfClubGate
More photos at http://picasaweb.google.com/rahulsverghese/ChandigarhMarathonRockGarden
Expo + Lake Turn on 31st |
| E mail us at contactus@runningandliving.com to share your experiences, send us your photograph,
write a poem on running or send us a question and we
would love to get back to you. |
| Happy
Running |
So Get Fitter, Younger, Refreshed and
Energised, to Unleash your Potential
Or to cut a long
story short
Get FYREd UP!
Start running and
living today!! |
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