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RACE INFORMATION
What is the distance of the Hobart Run The Bridge?
The Hobart Run The Bridge Fun Run is 10km for everyone.

What is the youngest age a competitor can be to compete?
The youngest age is 7 years of age.  For all children under the age 18 their guardian must enter them and acknowledge they have read and agree with the event waiver before entry will be accepted.

Can I compete if I am a Challenged Athlete?
Yes the Hobart Run The Bridge caters for Challenged Athletes and those that require a wheelchair to complete the course.  A wheelchair wave will start at 7am with the abled body runners commencing their Fun Run at 7.10am.

How long will it take to complete the event? 
As this is FUN RUN we would love to see all level of athletes out on course.  If you wish to walk, walk/run or you are pushing a pram you are very welcome.  We expect that the final participant will enter Salamanca around 8.45am so that provides plenty of time to complete the 10km course.
The important thing is that everyone finishes and has a great day.

How will my time be recorded?
t3 Events are very pleased to announce that the 2010 B&E Hobart Run The Bridge will utilise the the latest offering from RFID Race Timing Systems - the Ultra system. To read more about the system here. PLEASE NOTE: do not try to take the tag off the back of the bib!

Where will I locate my times?
Times will be posted on the event website under Results and Photos 24 hours after the event finish.  Please check the website for all results.

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ENTERING HOBART RUN THE BRIDGE
How do I enter the event?  
First step is to enter the event.  You have two options available to you to do this.
Option 1:Online entry - Log onto www.hobartrunthebridge.com.au and click on the “Enter The Event” link then click on the entering online by clicking the ENTER ONLINE NOW icon. 
Option 2: Mail entry – You can obtain a manual entry form from the website under the “Enter The Event” link.   Fill in the form and mail it to the address listed on the entry form.

What is the entry price of the event?
There are two different pricing structures.  One is for online entries and the second if for mail in entries.  The Hobart Run The Bridge event also has an early bird entry fee that expires at 5pm on 1 October 2009.  This early bird fee provides a $10 saving on the normal entry fee.

ONLINE ENTRY (click here for online entry)

Early Bird (up to 5pm 1 Oct 2009)
Adults - $30
Children (under 15) - $20

Normal Entry (5.01pm 1 Oct 2009 – 5pm 5 Feb 2010)
Adults - $40
Children (under 15) - $30

MAIL IN ENTRY (click here for the pdf entry form)

Early Bird (up to 5pm 1 Oct 2009)
Adults - $32.50
Children (under 15) - $22.50

Entry (5.01pm 1 Oct 2009 – 5pm 5 Feb 2010)
Adults - $42.50
Children (under 15) - $32.50

How do I get my timing chip and event bib?
Your event athlete packet will have a number of items in it which are vital for your big day.  Each packet will contain a race bib (with your timing chip on the back), a piece of event memorabilia and any other important information.  To pick up your packet you will have two options available to you:

Option 1
: Packet pick up in Hobart City. Packet pick up will be located at a location to be advised. This office will be open from Wednesday 3 February 2010 to Saturday 6 February 2010 between the hours of 9am and 4pm.
Please note: This option is only available to athletes who enter prior to Friday 29 January 2010.

Option 2: Packet pick up on race morning at Bellerive Oval between 5am and 6.30am. 
Due to the expected large entry numbers it is recommended that Option 1 be used where at all possible.  This will allow quicker processing of non-Hobart residents on event morning, who have had to travel longer distances.

When do entries close?
Online and mail entries close on Friday 5 February 2010 at 5pm.  Please ensure that if you are mailing your entry form in that it is received in the mail no later than Friday 5 February 2010 as mail entries not received prior to this date will not be accepted into the event.

Is there entry on event day?
Due to the expected large event participant numbers you CANNOT enter the Hobart Run The Bridge Fun Run on the morning of event day.  All entries close on Friday 5 February 2010 at 5pm.

If I am under 18 who enters for me?
Athletes who are under the age of 18 and wish to enter an event must have their entry form completed by a guardian over the age of 18.  This adult is then required to complete the waiver as part of the entry process and if completing a mail entry must sign the entry form.

I have sent my entry in but haven’t heard anything - has my entry been accepted?
Each event has a confirmed entrants list.  Click on the register now link and then click on the confirmed entrants list.  Mail in entries that are received prior to Friday 29 January 2010 will be posted on the event website on the Enter The Event page.

Are refunds available?
Yes you may get a refund minus a $10 admin fee up until one month out from event day (5pm 7 January 2010).  After this date we will have purchased all your goodies and planned for your attendance at event day so from this point we cannot provide any refunds

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EVENT CHARITY
Who is the event charity?
Variety is the official event charity of the 2010 Hobart Run The Bridge.   As Triathlon Pink is a community fundraising supporter of Variety we encourage all participants to raise funds via being sponsored for achieving their goal of completing the Hobart Run The Bridge Fun Run.

Variety Tasmania raises money needed to provide services, medical help and equipment to improve the quality of life of special children in Tasmania. In 1990 a regional branch of the Variety Club of Tasmania Inc. was established in Tasmania.
Since 1990 Variety Tasmania have raised well over $2 million for our special children. You can help Variety in their efforts by making a donation on line at admin.varietytasmania@bigpond.com

I want to raise funds for Variety?
Great thank you for helping us help the children.   To get started go to the Event Charity link on www.hobartrunthebridge.com.au and click on the Build Fundraising Page icon.  Follow the instructions on how to build your page then you are away.  All the funds you raise do direct to Variety, they do not come via the event organizers.

I want to raise funds but do not want to do so online?
You can raise funds by accepting money and then forwarding onto Variety.  For a contact at Variety please email us at info@t3events.com.au and we will put you in contact with Variety who will, in turn, send you a receipt book.  Please do not send any money into the event organizers, send it all straight to Variety.

I heard I can earn my entry fee back - how is this possible?
Organisers of the B&E Hobart Run The Bridge and their official event charity Variety The Children’s Charity are very pleased to announce the “Earn your entry back” initiative. Every person that raises $300 for the official event charity, Variety The Children’s Charity, will earn their entry fee back. To be eligible for this you need to comply with the following conditions:

1. You need to be entered into the 2010 B&E Hobart Run The Bridge

2. You need to have built your own online fundraising page at http://www.everydayhero.com.au/event/hobartrunthebridge

3. You need to have raised $300+ online at the Hobart Run The Bridge online system for Variety The Children’s Charity

Once you have raised $300 email us at info@t3events.com.au and let us know. We will then refund your entry fee.

GO ON – get stuck into it and raise much needed funds for the wonderful children of Tasmania

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CORPORATE GROUPS AND TEAMS
Is there Corporate Hospitality available?
Yes there is.  Please visit the Corporate Hospitality page for all the information

What is a group?
A group is a team of athletes who wish to participated on the day under their own team banner.  A group may be a Corporate Team, a group of friends, a sporting team or a group that enjoys training together.

Are there any limits to the amount of athletes in a group?
There is no limit to group sizes.  A group can be as little as 2 people and as large as you want your group to be.

How do I enter a group?
Groups and their members can only enter the event ONLINE.
Your team captain needs to go online to www.hobartrunthebridge.com.au and click on the ENTER NOW button.  They then need to register the group.  Remember to give the group a name.  Once the group is registered each individual can then go online and enter the event making sure that they indicate what group they are part of.

Does packet pick up/registration change?
No.  Every team member is still required to register and pick up their packet either at the race office during race week or at Bellerive Oval on race morning.  You cannot pick up another team members packet.

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TRAINING/COACHING
Please see our dedicated coaching and training section.

EVENT DAY
What happens if it rains?
We will still go ahead if it is raining but please ensure that you are careful out on course as it will be slippery and you need to be mindful that it will be easier to fall over.

What time should I get to event site on event morning?
Give yourself plenty of time to get ready particularly if you need to register and pick up your athlete pack.  To ensure a stress free time please give yourself at least one hour prior to your event start to warm up and get ready to race.

Where will the first-aid stations be located? 
Medical crews will be located along the course with our medical service tent located at the finish line of the event.  If at any time you require medical assistance please seek out a volunteer along the course or at the aid stations and alert them to your need of assistance. 

Where will the drink stations be?
Aid stations will be located every 2 kilometres on the course.  Water and electrolyte will be available at these stations.  At the completion of the run course a recovery area can be found which will have water and electrolyte/fitness water.

What roads will be closed?
All roads that are part of the course will be closed to traffic.  The Tasmanian Police Service will be present to ensure that vehicles are not permitted to operate on the run course.  As the last participant finishes each sector of the course the roads will be open to traffic.

Who runs the event?
t3 Events is an event management company specialising in mass participation sporting events, including the Hobart International Triathlon and Triathlon Pink.  For more information on t3 Events please visit www.t3events.com.au

What should I bring on event day?
Check out the event day checklist at (link to event day checklist).  Make sure you check off all these things prior to event day and that you bring them with you.

How do I know if someone is a volunteer?
t3 Events volunteers all wear an orange t-shirt and an orange cap.  They will assist you during the day so if you have any questions please find a volunteer and they will assist you with your issue

Where can I leave my personal belongings? 
Please do not leave any personal belonging at Bellerive Oval as event organizers cannot transport these items to the event finish area.  If you require any belongings at the finish area please ensure a family member or friend who is spectating takes them to the finish for you.

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VOLUNTEERING
I wish to volunteer for the Hobart Run The Bridge Fun Run?
If you wish to volunteer please go to www.hobartrunthebridge.com.au and click on the volunteer link.  Could you then please register as a volunteer.  We will be in contact with you via email as event day draws closer to let you know what you need to do.

What do volunteers need to wear?
Casual neat cool clothing is fine.  Please ensure you dress for the day so if it is raining you wear clothing that will stay dry in wet conditions.  We will provide you with an event crew t-shirt, a visibility vest and a cap and will also provide you with a poncho should it rain.

Will I be supplied refreshments?
Yes we will provide you with a coffee and a sandwich at the finish area during event day.  Remember that you may be working for a few hours before getting fed so please ensure you have a hearty meal prior to coming out for your day.

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MOTORIST INFORMATION
Will I be able to drive across the Tasman Bridge whilst the event is running?
The Tasman Bridge will be open to motorists throughout the running of the event. Athletes will utlilise 2 lanes of the bridge with the remaining lanes left open for motor traffic. Motorists will be permitted to travel in both directions across the bridge.

Which Roads will be closed during the event?
There will be a number of roads closed to traffic during the event. All roads will be open to traffic after 9.30am. For all road closures please visit http://www.hobartrunthebridge.com.au/ei-motorist.html closer to event day

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PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Will public transport be available?
Yes. Organizers of the B&E Hobart Run The Bridge have organized a special shuttle service for athletes and spectators. The buses will run from 5.30am from the Hobart Bus Mall and run to Bellerive Oval. Tickets can be pre-purchased for $5 for a one way ticket and $10 for a return ticket at the time of registration or via the t3 Events merchant hut.

The shuttle service for spectators will be available all morning from Bellerive Oval back to the Hobart Bus Mall.
To book your tickets please click here

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