Race and Entry Information

Registration

Registration Period starts NOW through Friday,
October 7, 2011. Register online or download the form. You can also register at the Guam Visitors Bureau, Hornet Sports and Cars Plus.

Race Packets

Race packets will be available for pick-up on Thursday, October 13, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., October 14, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the main pavilion at Gov. Joseph Flores Memorial Park at Ypao Beach. Please present a photocopy of the confirmation email you received upon completion of your entry registration. Final race packet pick-up is Saturday, October 15, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Guam Micronesia Island Fair. ALL RACE PACKETS MUST BE PICKED UP NO LATER THAN 7 P.M. OCTOBER 15, 2011. RACE NUMBERS AND TIMING DEVICES WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Each packet will contain race bib, event t-shirt, race information sheet and timing device.

Runner Hospitality Tents

Running groups interested in renting a tent at the Start/Finish area of the race (Gov. Joseph Flores Memorial Park, Ypao Beach, Tumon) are able to do so. Cost for a 15'x15' tent is $250.00 (tables, $20.00 each, and chairs, $5.00 each, are also available). Space and equipment are limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Deadline to reserve a tent is September 16, 2011. Please submit reservation or inquiries direct to info(koko)guamkokoroadrace.com.

Weather Conditions

Precautions should be taken against heat and humidity. Proper hydration and nutrition prior to the race is extremely important as the temperatures in Guam will likely be in the high 80s with humidity in the 80 to high 90 percent range. A long distance event with these conditions can be dangerous for those who are insufficiently prepared. If this is your first time participating in a running event of this length in a warm and humid climate, take fluids at each aid station.

Race Rules and Course Instructions

Timing device must be securely fastened to your race bib, shoelace, or clothing. Failure to do so will result in inaccurate or missing result time.
Race numbers must be worn on the front of each runner and clearly visible at all times. Race numbers are not transferable. Failure to comply with this rule will result in disqualification. Race numbers and timing devices cannot be picked up on race day. NO EXCEPTIONS.
No In-line skates, strollers, pets, bicycles, headphones, earbuds or personal music devices are allowed on the race course.
Runners are urged to stay within the clearly marked race course for safety. Please allow reasonable clearance for runners approaching from the opposite direction.
Runners MUST pass through the timing frames at the START and FINISH lines along the race course in order to record time of completion. Failure to do so may result in no record of completion and possible disqualification.
Water and electrolyte-enhanced sports beverages will be available at each of the eight Aid/Hydration Stations.
All runners must reach the turnaround point in no more than two hours and must complete the race within four hours. The race course will be opened to vehicular traffic promptly at 9:00 a.m.
Once you have crossed the Finish Line, you will be directed by a race official to proceed away from the Finish Line. For the safety of all runners, the Finish Line must be kept clear. Be courteous and make room for all approaching runners.
Runners without an official race number may not cross the Finish Line.

Ekiden Relay Instructions

All Ekiden Relay runners must wear the official tasuki or sash on each leg of the relay.
Ekiden Relay runner “A” will start with their tasuki or sash and pass it on to Ekiden Relay runner “B” at the pre-determined exchange point. Ekiden Relay runner “B’ will then pass their tasuki or sash on to Ekiden Relay runner “C” at the second pre-determined exchange point. This process is then repeated until the tasuki or sash is received by the final Ekiden Relay runner “D.” The final runner MUST wear the tasuki or sash until he or she crosses the Finish Line. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
Do not forget to bring your team tasuki or sash on race day. Ekiden Relay tasuki or sash will not be re-issued on race day.
All Ekiden Relay runners MUST wear their tasuki or sash when they pass through the timing frame BEFORE handing their tasuki or sash to their teammate. The tasuki or sash MUST be passed to the next runner within the 20-meter exchange zone after passing through the timing frame. Failure of any Ekiden Relay team member to cross through the timing frame and pass on the tasuki or sash within the 20-meter exchange zone may result in team disqualification.
All exchange points are designed to provide a seamless route in and out of the timing frame and through the tasuki or sash exchange zone.

Ko'ko' Road Race Exchange Points - Diagrams

Race Day Schedule of Events

4:00 a.m. - Race greeting/instructions
4:20 a.m. - Pre-race warm-up
4:30 a.m. - Relay Runner B bus departs for Exchange Point 1
4:40 a.m. - Relay Runner C departs for Exchange point 2
4:50 a.m. - Runners proceed to Start Line
5:00 a.m. - RACE START
5:10 a.m. - Relay Runner D departs for Exchange Point 3
6:15 a.m. - First expected finisher
7:30 a.m. - Awards Ceremony begins
9:00 a.m. - Transportation shuttle departs

Transportation To and From Start Line

Complimentary shuttle bus service to the Start Line will be available for all race participants. See below for schedule. Spectators will be transported on a space available-basis. Return shuttles will depart Gov. Joseph Flores Memorial Park, Ypao Beach after the Awards Ceremony at approximately 9:00 a.m.

Transportation Shuttle

Pick Up Time	North Shuttle	South Shuttle	Pick Up Location
3:20 AM		X	Onward Beach Resort
3:30 AM	X		Sand Castle
3:35 AM		X	Sheraton Laguna Resort

Return Time	North Shuttle	South Shuttle	Pick Up Location
9:00 AM	X	X	Ypao Beach Park

Transportation of Ekiden Relay Runners to Exchange Points

Ekiden relay runners for legs 2 through 4 will be transported to their respective exchange points beginning at 4:30 a.m. on race morning from Gov. Joseph Flores Memorial Park, Ypao Beach (Hilton side parking area). Buses will be clearly marked with the exchange points they are destined for. Pick-up service will begin at 5:30 a.m. for runners who have completed their exchange. Please see transportation schedule below.

EKIDEN RELAY SHUTTLES

Destination Departure Time

Exchange 1 - 4:30 a.m.
Exchange 2 - 4:40 a.m.
Exchange 3 - 5:10 a.m.
Return To Ypao - 5:30 a.m. to 6:10 a.m.

Parking

No parking will be allowed in Gov. Joseph Flores Memorial Park, Ypao Beach, beginning Saturday, October 15 at 10:00 p.m. Vehicle access will be limited on Pale San Vitores Road between the Pacific Islands Club and Ypao Road beginning at 2:00 a.m. Sunday, October 16, 2011. For those driving to the event site, please use alternate routes. Parking at Start Line is prohibited.

	Registration Fee
	Until 8/31	Until 9/16	Until 10/7

Half Marathon
Local Resident/ Military	$30	$40	$50
International	$50	$60	$70

Ekiden Relay
Local Resident/ Military	$60	$75	$100
International	$75	$100	$125
School Division	$20	$20	$20

2011 Guam Ko'Ko' Road Race - Ekiden Relay & Half Marathon