Where is the Start and Finish?
Start and Finish is as Lincoln Events Centre, Meijer Drive, Lincoln
Will toilets be around the route if needed?
We will have a port-a-loo stationed at a drink stations, the locations will be updated closer to the event. R-Line Electrolyte Drinks will be available and water at Drink Stations. A Drink Station will be at Rossendale Wines, sorry no wine will be available at the drink stations.
Will there be a bag drop off that is secure?
Yes; we will have a bag drop off, this will be at Race HQ at the start/finish.
Is there a time limit for the run and walk of the Half Marathon or the Marathon?
Yes; both walkers and runners have a cut off of 2:00pm. This will be 6-hour cut off for the Marathon.
Is there are prize giving?
Yes, Prizegiving will be inside the Lincoln Event Centre. Prizes will be allocated in each category for first, second and third. To receive both Category and Spot Prizes you must be present at Prizegiving.
Is there food and coffee available?
Yes; There will be food vendor with coffee on site, these will be fast foods with a variety to choose from.
What beverages are available after the event?
R-Line Electrolytes and water will be available throughout the course and at the finish. cups will be provided at drink stations and at the Finish.
Can I wear iPod and/or other types of technology to listen to music during the run?
Our recommendation is that you don’t as you can’t take instructions from marshals during the event. And you may not hear other runners or cars coming up behind you.
Are there any age restrictions for the Marathon, Half Marathon and 10km?
Yes; to do the Selwyn Marathon and Half Marathon you need to be 18 years of age on the day and 13-years for the 10km.
Can I get a refund if I withdraw prior to the event start?
No, sorry there are no refunds but you can transfer your entry to another competitor. An administration fee of $25.00 applies or you can transfer to another one of CJM’S Events Limited’s many events, with a transfer fee of $25.00. This must be completed the Sunday before the event - seven days out. You will be issued with a code to enter the next year with your entry fee as the discount.
We do offer a Withdrawal Cover, which can be purchased at the time of entry. If you can not participate for any reason you get a full refund of your entry fee if you withdraw up to 96 hours before the event. No Merchandise is refunded under this cover.
If I transfer down from the Marathon to the Half Marathon, does the price difference come off my transfer fee?
No, sorry it doesn’t as the administration work to allocate your number to the Marathon and timing system has already been done. You are then being removed from one event and then registered in the new event Half Marathon.
Are there drink stations on the run?
Yes; drink stations will be set up throughout the run and the locations of these will be updated closer to the event. Compositable Cups will be provided at the Drink Stations, this is our way of limiting plastic. These cups are a fantastic product. If you are being self sufficient with a backpack, you can top up at the Drink Stations.
Should the event have to be cancelled due to force majeure, disease or pandemic there will be no refund of entry fees as all expenses have generally been spent in marketing, set up and administration.
Do finishers receive a medal?
Yes; every finisher will receive a Finishers Medal - Marathon, Half Marathon and 10km.
Can prams be used in the event?
Sorry, prams cannot be used in the event. Some parts are narrow and with a small portion on pathways where competitors cross, prams are not suitable. Please do not front up with a pram to the event as you are putting the Race Director in the position of pulling you from the event.