RCAF Run 2023

REGISTRATION

Q: Can I change my distance or transfer my registration to a new participant?

A: You may transfer your event via your Race Roster Participant Dashboard. Please note the transfer deadline is April 30.

Q: Can I get a refund if I am unable to participate in the RCAF Run?

A: All entry fees are non-refundable. You can, however, transfer your registration to another person no later than April 30.

Q: What is included with event registration/race kit?

A: Registration in the 5K, 10K and Half Marathon includes an exclusive race shirt and finisher's medal. Registrants for the 3K will receive a finisher's medal but do NOT receive a race shirt. Race bibs for any distance are NOT provided.

Q: Can I pick-up my race kit in-person?

A: At this time, ALL race kits will be mailed to the address indicated in your registration. There is no in-person collection options available currently. If options become available at a later date, participants will be notified with additional options.

Q: When will my race kit be shipped?

A: Race kits will begin shipping to registered participants in March 2023 and will continue to be shipped as participants register. Packages should be delivered within 14 days of registration. International shipping, or remote locations, may take longer. If you have not received your package within a reasonably timely manner, please contact us at rcafrun@outlook.com.

VIRTUAL EVENT

Q: What is a virtual race?

A: A virtual race is a race you can run at any location, at your pace, outside or on a treadmill, alone or with a group of friends.

Q: How long do I have to complete my virtual race?

A: You can complete your virtual race any day, any time during the race completion period (May 18 - June 04, 2023)

Q: How do I record my participation with the ASICS Runkeeper app?

A: To complete your virtual race with the Runkeeper app, you will need to:

i) Download the app and create a free Runkeeper account prior to racing.
ii) You will receive an email when the completion window has begun.
iii) This email will have a "Start Virtual Run" button. You can also find the button on your Race Roster Participant Dashboard.
iv) Once selected, the Runkeeper app will automatically launch.
v) Select "Start your race" on the app and start racing!

Q: How do I record my participation via a connected GPS device?

A: To complete your virtual race with a GPS device, you will need to connect it to the Runkeeper app.

i) Download the Runkeeper app and create a free Runkeeper account prior to racing. You can connect your device to the app through the app settings.
ii) You will receive an email when the completion window has begun. This email will have a "Start Virtual Run" button. You can also find the button on your Race Roster Participant Dashboard.
iii) Once selected, the Runkeeper app will automatically launch.
iv) Select "Link recent activity" on the app, and select the appropriate activity to act as your virtual race."
v) The selected activity must already be on your Runkeeper profile, so please ensure you are already connected to the app prior to your race attempt.

Q: How do I record my participation manually?

A: You will need to:

i) Go to the results page of the event you're participating in. From the results page, click the "Submit a virtual result" button.
ii) To confirm your registration enter in your last name and confirmation number, or by signing into your Race Roster account.
iii) Once your registration is confirmed you will be prompted to enter your results and the results of anyone else that was included in your intiial registration. You are able to come back at a later time to post additional results.
iv) After your results are submitted, you will be able to view your results details and finisher certificate. Click on your name for your result details and finishers' certificate.

CFB Borden is happy to offer RCAF Run participants the opportunity to partake in the camaraderie of an in-person 5K Run at their 15^th annual Health and Fitness Day.

Details:

Date: Friday, 26 May, 2023

Location:

• CFB Borden
  Buell Fitness and Aquatics Center

Time:

• On-Site Check-In: 0630
  
  
• Welcome Remarks: 0715
  
  
• Run Begins: 0730

Additional Notes:

• This is a non-competitive event.
• It is an in-person opportunity to gather with fellow participants and RCAF supporters to complete your run.
• Course/Route will be setup to support a 5K run
• Participants will not receive Run Bibs nor have their run times tracked for them. This is something that will need to be manually tracked by individual participants should they so desire.

Race Kits:

• Register BEFORE 01 May, 2023, your Race Kit will be shipped directly to you.
• Register ON OR AFTER 01 May 2023, your Race Kit will be available for pick-up on-site at the event on 26 May 2023.

22 Wing/CFB North Bay is happy to offer RCAF Run participants the opportunity to partake in the camaraderie of an in-person 5K or 10K Run as part of their annual Wing Commander’s Challenge Run.

Details:

Date: Friday, 26 May, 2023

Location:

• 22 Wing/CFB North Bay
• Fitness and Wellness Center

Time:

• On-Site Check-In: 0930
• Welcome Remarks: 0945
• Warm-up: 0950
• Run Begins: 1000

Additional Notes:

• The RCAF Run is a non-competitive event.
• It is an in-person opportunity to gather with fellow participants and RCAF supporters to complete your run.
• Course/Route will be setup to support a 5K/10K run
• Participants will receive Run Bibs. There will be a chronometer at the start/finish line, however their run times will not be tracked for them. This is something that will need to be manually tracked by individual participants should they so desire.

Race Kits:

• Register BEFORE 01 May, 2023, your Race Kit will be shipped directly to you.
• Register ON OR AFTER 01 May 2023, your Race Kit will be available for pick-up on-site at the event on 26 May 2023.