FAQ'S
REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK UP QUESTIONS
HOW DO I REGISTER?
You may register either online, in person at any of the packet pickup locations, or at the race site on race day.
WHAT IS THE EASIEST WAY TO REGISTER?
Registering online is the easiest way to sign up.
CAN I REGISTER AT A PACKET PICKUP LOCATION?
Yes! You can register on your phone or computer any time and your packet will be ready for pickup immediately.
CAN I PICK UP A PACKET FOR A FRIEND OF FAMILY MEMBER?
Yes. Please have their name and date of birth.
WHERE DO WE PICK UP OUR PACKETS?
See the Packet Pickup page for details.
AM I GUARANTEED A RACE SHIRT?
All pre-registered participants signed up at least 2 weeks in advance are guaranteed the race shirt size they requested during the registration process. Late sign-ups are not guaranteed the shirt size of their choice, shirts will be given on a first come first serve basis. We will do our best to get everyone the shirt size they want.
WILL I BE ABLE TO CHANGE MY SHIRT SIZE?
You will not be able to exchange your shirt until after the race. We will have an area for shirt exchange after the race for those wishing to exchange their shirts. Before the race you will be given the shirt size you ordered during registration.
HOW CAN I GET A RACE SHIRT IF I DO NOT WANT TO PARTICIPATE?
You may register as a Virtual Runner to receive a race shirt. You do not have to compete if you do not wish to do so. You may pick up your shirt at any of the packet pickup locations or pay to have it shipped to you.
WHAT WILL WE RECEIVE AT PACKET PICKUP?
You will receive your race shirt and race bib.
WHAT TYPE OF TIMING IS BEING USED?
Start 2 Finish will be timing the event. We will use our state-of-the-art MyLaps Electronic Timing System. Your timing chip will be on the back of your bib number. You must wear you bib number on the FRONT of your outer most garment.
RACE DAY QUESTIONS
WHERE IS THE RACE LOCATED?
David Taylor Corporate Center - 10101 David Taylor Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262
WHAT TIME DOES THE RACE START?
The half marathon starts at 6:30am. The 10K and 5K both start at 6:45am.
WHERE IS THE RACE START?
Please see the Course page of the website.
WHAT IF IT IS RAINING/SNOWING ON RACE MORNING?
The race will happen rain or shine.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO FIND A PLACE TO PARK?
Around 5-10 minutes. There is plenty of parking in the business park.
WHERE DO I PARK?
All parking will be available at the race site
ARE BABY JOGGERS/BABY STROLLERS ALLOWED IN THE RACE?
Yes, please start towards the end of the pack.
ARE WALKERS ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE?
Yes, please start towards the end of the race pack. The course closes at 10:00am. Please make sure you can walk the course in that time frame. Police may ask you to get on the sidewalk after the course closes. Volunteers and race staff will not be available for support after course closure.
ARE RUNNERS ALLOWED TO RUN WITH DOGS?
Dogs are not allowed.
CAN WE PARTICIPATE AS A RELAY TEAM?
No.
WILL YOU HAVE PACE LEADS?
Yes! The following pace leads will be provided by Charlotte Running Club and RunCLTRun: 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45
WILL AWARDS BE GIVEN?
Yes, please see the Awards page for more information.
If you have any other questions, please contact Start2Finish Event Management @ (844) 572-3383 or support@s2fcharlotte.com.