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$150 For all registrations to include early 2009 registration Sept 12 12:00noon thru 8:00pm at race packet pick-up in the DECC
Elite Women
There are two divisions. Elite Open (1) and Elite Masters 35+ (1M).
Age Classes
Refer to the table above to reference the wave for which you have qualified. * Note - each skater's best performance from the immediately preceeding three events will be the current qualification. If there is a three year break in participation, the most recent qualification will be used.
Wave A qualified men may opt into their respective elite division without incurring a wave change fee.
Wave A or B qualified ladies may opt into their respective elite divisions without incurring a wave change fee. There are no age group awards in the elite divisions. Top 10 age class winners will be awarded medallions for each age class and each gender.
AWARDS
There are no age group awards in the elite divisions.
The top 10 finishers in each gender specific age class will be awarded an engraved medallion, denoting their accomplishment, at the NSIM awards ceremony. The Half Marathon Award ceremony will commence at 4:00pm in Pioneer Hall at the DECC. The Full Marathon award ceremony will begin at 5:00pm. Awards must be picked up at this time. Awards will not be mailed. Monitor this web site for any new information. There are no age group awards in the elite divisions. Age class participants will be awarded medallions for the top 10 places in each age class and for each gender.
14 & Under
15-17
18-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80-84
85-89
ELITE PURSE
MEN
|
PLACE |
OPEN |
13 - 34 |
35 - 44 |
45 - 54 |
55 + |
|
1 |
1000 |
300 |
300 |
300 |
300 |
|
2 |
700 |
200 |
200 |
200 |
200 |
|
3 |
300 |
100 |
100 |
100 |
100 |
|
4 |
200 |
90 |
90 |
90 |
90 |
|
5 |
100 |
80 |
80 |
80 |
80 |
|
6 |
90 |
70 |
70 |
70 |
70 |
|
7 |
80 |
60 |
60 |
60 |
60 |
|
8 |
70 |
50 |
50 |
50 |
50 |
|
9 |
60 |
40 |
40 |
40 |
40 |
|
10 |
50 |
30 |
30 |
30 |
30 |
LADIES
|
PLACE |
OPEN |
MAST / VET 35+ |
|
1 |
1000 |
300 |
|
2 |
700 |
200 |
|
3 |
300 |
100 |
|
4 |
200 |
90 |
|
5 |
100 |
80 |
|
6 |
90 |
70 |
|
7 |
80 |
60 |
|
8 |
70 |
50 |
|
9 |
60 |
40 |
|
10 |
50 |
30 |
AGE LIMITS
Skaters under 13 years of age must have their entry approved by the Executive Director.
ENTRY FEES ARE NONREFUNDABLE
The race will be held rain or shine. Absolutely no transfers of race numbers will be allowed. No refunds can be given for any reason. Wave changes must be approved by NSIM personnel and will cost $10 by Aug 31st / $20 after Aug 31st. Only select wave changes after August 31st.
WATER
Water will be provided to each skater at the start (cups) and finish as well as along the course at 3 different water stops in 10 oz. bottles. However, if water is an issue for you we highly recommend bringing your own. Water stops are at mile 6, 13 and 19.
DEADLINE
Online registration will run through 12:00midnight Wed Sept 10th. 'In-person' registration will again commence at noon Sept 12th at race packet pick-up at the DECC in Pioneer Hall.
WAVE CHANGES
Changes in waves will be handled on a individual basis. Each skater qualifies for their wave, based on their previous race performance(s). Wave changes may be granted, in unusual circumstances, by request to the Executive Director. Wave change fees are: $10 by Aug 31st / $20 after Aug 31st.
FINISHER SHIRTS
A traditional cotton Finisher shirt will be awarded to all skaters who have completed their event, in Pioneer Hall at the DECC. Finisher shirts will not be awarded to those that did not participate or finish. No size changes on race day! NEW FOR 2008 - NSIM has added an optional short sleeve synthetic performance Finisher T-shirt for $15.00. The new performance Finisher shirt must be pre-ordered by August 31.
WAVES
Wave starts will begin at 7:30 with the Elite Open Men. The remainder of the wave starts are at 2-3 minute intervals. For skaters in waves 1-9, the first digit of your bib number denotes the wave for which you have qualified, and required to start in.
26.2 mile Marathon Start Sequence:
7:20 United States & Canadian National Anthems
7:25 Clear the course
7:28 Call to start
7:29 60 second warning
7:30 Elite Open Men
7:33 Elite 13-34(Senior) / 35-44(Master) Men
7:35 Elite 45-54(Veteran) / Elite 55+(Grand Veteran) Men
7:37 Elite Open Ladies
7:42 Wave A Men
7:44 Wave B Men
7:46 Elite Master(35+) Ladies
7:48 Wave A / Wave B Ladies
7:51 Wave 1
7:54 Wave 2
7:57 Wave 3
8:00 Wave 4
8:03 Wave 5
8:06 Wave 6
8:09 Wave 7
8:12 Wave 8
8:15 Wave 9
13.1 mile Half-Marathon Start Sequence:
6:35 United States & Canadian National Anthems
6:40 Clear the course
6:43 Call to start
6:44 60 second warning
6:45 Half-Marathon Mass Start
RACE SAFETY
Helmets are mandatory at all times while on the race course. Wrist, Knee and elbow protection are also recommended. Inline skates only. No quad skates, roller skis, ski poles, baby strollers, baby joggers, automobiles, skateboards, bikes, bandits, pets, or little red wagons. For safety reasons, headphone use is prohibited.
DULUTH CHILDRENS KIDS SPRINTS
The 10th Annual Kids Sprints will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 12th on Harbor Drive on the east side of the DECC. Registration starts at 4 p.m. The kids sprints are free to all kids 14 and under. Each racer will also be allowed a free spaghetti dinner with a paid adult. Sponsored by SMDC Duluth Childrens programs and Play it Again Sports.
RACE PACKETS & CHIPS
Race packets may be picked up from noon Friday, Sept. 12, until 10 p.m. at Pioneer Hall in the DECC and Saturday at the bus loading area from 5:00 to 6:30 a.m. Chip timing equipment will be available Friday. "Chip volunteers" will be on hand to answer any questions.
PIZZA LUCE SPAGHETTI DINNER
The PIZZA LUCE all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner at the DECC is served Friday, Sept. 12, from 5 to 9 p.m. Tickets are available through the mail and at the door. The public is welcome. Adults - $9.50 in advance Children 5-12 - $6 in advance, under 5 - free.
RACE DAY FOOD BY SUPER ONE FOODS
A fabulous array of bananas, apples, oranges, cookies and yogurt and 20,000 bottles of water all generously donated by SUPER ONE FOODS will be available at the finish line. Please support SUPER ONE FOODS and FRANKLIN FOODS. They are second to none.
MINNESOTA POWER CORPORATE CHALLENGE
DIVISIONS
Large Corporations
Large Corporations
For teams competing for a corporation employing 100 or more people. Only the top 5 skaters will count toward the team’s total time, regardless of the number of skaters entered on the team. This is a coed competition. A minimum of one lady or one male skater must comprise the “top 5” of each team.
Small Corporations
For teams competing for corporations employing fewer than 100 people.
Only the top 3 skaters will count toward the team’s total time. A coed condition must be maintained in this division as well.
Race Teams / Skate Clubs (Waves A, B & 1-9)
Any Race Team, Skate Club or other formal or informal group of skaters can create a Team for this division. Requirements are:
1) have a minimum of one skater of each gender
2) five finishers must comprise a legitimate result for the competition
3) only non-elite NSIM qualified skaters in this division
Non-Profit Teams (Waves A, B & 1-9)
Any formal or informal group of skaters representing a school, church, or other bona fide not-for-profit entity. Coed in nature, five skater minimum, non-elite qual’d skaters only.
Age Class Teams (Waves 1-9 ONLY)
Any formal or informal group of skaters may submit a Team roster for this competition. Coed, five skater minimum, NSIM qual’d wave 1-9 skaters only.
RULES
All Teams must submit a Team roster identifying all members and the Team captain(contact person) The ‘corporation’ Teams must be currently employed by or immediate family members of….. Only non-elite qual’d skaters may participate in the Minnesota Power Corporate Challenge.
CORPORATE CHALLENGE AWARDS
Each winning Team will receive a trophy. The ‘corporate’ winners will also have their Team name engraved on a trophy that is kept at the Minnesota Power Corporate Headquarters. The top 5 skaters of each of the winning divisions will also win a medal. It's fun and it's free. Please contact the office at 218-723-1503 to acquire an entry form for the challenge or download the form here.
HALF MARATHON
The NorthShore Inline Marathon is proud to announce it's Fifth Annual Half Marathon for 2008. This race will take place on the same legendary course as the full marathon 13.1 miles from the finish line and will start at 6:45 a.m. Registrations can be completed on this web site. All age groups in both genders. Buses will be provided from the DECC and will start loading at 5:00 a.m. The field is limited to the first 1,000 skaters to register. To participate in the 1/2 marathon you must be 11 years old on or before race day. The Half Marathon is presented exclusively by WDIO / WIRT Television.
MINNESOTA POWER SKATE & FITNESS EXPO
The skate and fitness exposition will be held in conjunction with packet pickup and the spaghetti dinner. Representatives from the skate and fitness industry will be there to exhibit, answer questions, and sell the latest in products and services. The event is free and the public is welcome.
TRAINING PROGRAM
We are proud to have Zephyr's MarathonSkating.com as the Official Training Program of the 2008 Northshore Inline Marathon. This six-week online program provides information in five areas (Training Schedule, Skating Technique, Marathon Secrets, Nutrition, and Strengthening) hosted by skating experts from around the country. The online information is supplemented by a chat with these experts and an online bulletin board for skaters to ask and answer questions. The program is $70 to skaters registered for the 2008 Northshore Inline Marathon. The program has been substantially updated and is better than ever. Whether you want to skate the marathon for the first time or improve your best time, Zephyr's MarathonSkating.com is your solution.
JOINTS IN MOTION
The NorthShore Inline Marathon is proud to be in partnership with the Arthritis Foundation's "Joints in Motion" program. You can learn more about their programs at www.arthritis.org.
PARKING & BUSSES
Friday and Saturday daily parking at the DECC is available for a $4 fee. The DECC also offers overnight parking for single vehicles ($10/night) & RV’s (electric hook-up ($35) or non-electric sites ($25)). More information is available at www.decc.org or by calling (218) 722-5573, ext.283. There is some free parking in the area, however it is limited. No parking will be available at the start area! All participants, other than those staying in Two Harbors, are strongly urged to take the shuttle busses which leave the DECC starting at 5:00 a.m. Those skaters in the earlier waves must be on the earlier busses. Recreational skaters should not board the busses until 6:15 a.m. The last bus will depart from the DECC at 6:45 a.m. There will be two shuttles returning to Two Harbors at 10:30 a.m. and noon.
EVENT QUESTIONS
Phone: 1.218.723.1503 NorthShore Inline Office
Fax: 1.218.723.1463
E-mail: nsinline@northshoreinline.com
LODGING
Visit Duluth
21 West Superior Street Suite 100 Duluth MN 55802
Phone: 1.218.722.4011 or 1.800.4.DULUTH (1.800.438.5884)
Fax: 1.218.722.1322
Website:
http://www.visitduluth.com
Email: cvb@visitduluth.com
AIR TRANSPORTATION
Northwest Airlines is the official airline of the marathon. For special travel discounts reference world file # NSDYJ. Northwest domestic reservations available 800-328-1111.
DIRECTIONS
The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) is located on the Duluth Waterfront, exit 256b from I-35. The address is 350 Harbor Drive.
From the South take I-35 north and exit at Lake Ave. & 5th Ave. West (exit 256B), at the stoplight turn right, take the next immediate right down to Railroad Street, turn right onto Railroad Street then right into the DECC parking lot. The parking fee is $4.
From the North use Lake Ave. (exit 256B), at the stoplight turn left onto Canal Park Drive, immediately get into the right lane and turn right onto Railroad Street. After driving under skywalk turn left into DECC parking lot. The parking fee is $4.
Adrenaline will surge on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at 7:30 a.m. as the gun signals the start of the largest inline marathon in the U.S.A.! Following the same scenic course Grandma's marathoners have run along for the past 30 years, nearly 4,000 inline skaters will test their endurance in the 13th Annual NORTHSHORE INLINE MARATHON.
