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Where do I pick up my bib, chip and race shirt?

DUBAI
Saucony Store in Dubai Mall on Saturday afternoon November 12 between 2 pm and 5pm.

ABU DHABI
Saturday November 12 - Zayed Sports City between 9.30am and 12 noon, you will find us in Haddins Gym.
Sunday November 13 - Striders Intervals session, Abu Dhabi Hilton Car Park - 6.30pm.
Wednesday November 16 - Predictor Run.
Thursday November 17 - The Yas Viceroy Hotel between 7 and 8pm.

AL AIN Runners can pick there kit up on race day.

THERE WILL BE NO BIBS and CHIPS DISTRIBUTED on RACE DAY except for International runners flying in. International RUNNERS Please contact - admin@abudhabistriders.com for us to hold your bags.


Where is the location of the start-finish line at Flash Forum?
The start is opposite Gate 7 of the Yas Marina Circuit, just after entering Yas Island from the tunnel, via Al Raha Beach. Alternatively, if coming from Abu Dhabi or Dubai via Sheikh Zayed Road, then Saadiyat Link simply follow the signs for 'Yas Tourist Drive'. Flash Forum will be on your right after passing the hotels complex.
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I have entered for the race but am now unable do it. Can I get my money back?
Once you have completed the online registration process a refund of your entry fee is not permitted.

Will there be somewhere at the event where I can leave my bag and valuables?
There will be a bag drop area but no responsibility is taken by the organisers for lost property.

Will the course be available for me to view before the race?
There are maps of the course available on the website, runners are encouraged to review and where possible familiarise themselves with the course by running or even driving the course.

Can I give my race bib to someone else?
No, you can not transfer or give away your bib. Each bib is our way of identifying individual participants and this is therefore important for the safety of all competitors.

I have my own timing chip, can i use it in the race?
Yes, you can use your yellow championship chip from Premier Timing.

Will there be support on the course if I can't finish?
Yes, there will be support on race day. Two ambulances, medics and marshals at various location along the track will be able to assist.

Is there a cut-off time?
Runners on the course after 3 hours will be asked to move to the pavement to complete the run.

Are there water/aid stations and how far apart are they?
There will be multiple water stations along the course from the 3km mark.

Will there be distance markers?
There are distance markers every 1km.

What happens if I miss the race start?
Competitors missing the race start may still run the track, but will not qualify for a race time.

Will there be food and drink available after the race?
There will be basic fruits and refreshments in the post race recovery area and a fundraising brunch will be held in the gardens of The Yas Hotel. Tickets for the brunch are now available for purchase.

Can I run the course before the race to practice?
We encourage you to come along and run the course.

Will there be toilets out on the course?
There are toilets in the start-finish compound and also at the 11km mark.

I have young children. Are there any child care services that I can use while I am running?
There are no child care facilities available on race day.

Other notes:
  • All athletes must compete on foot (no baby strollers, roller blades, skateboards, wheeled vehicles nor use of any animal).
  • All athletes enter and run entirely at their own risk.


If you have any questions, please email us at admin@abudhabistriders.com
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