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Participant Guide 1 Table of contents Table of contents 2

Letter from Executive Race Director Carey Pinkowski 3 Start line procedures 22 Information presented by Tata Consultancy Services 22 Schedule of events 4 McDonald’s Runner Update Centers 25 Finish line procedures 25 Pre-race information Mariano’s Runner Refreshment 25 Participant Packet Pick-Up 5 Bank of America Marathon 27th Mile Post-Race Party 25 Bib number 6 Runner Reunite area 26 Timing device 6 Massage therapy 26 Race day runner results 26 Health & Fitness Expo Location & Expo hours 7 Post-race information Exhibitors 7 Race results 26 Main Stage presentations 7 Age divisions and awards 27 Volkswagen Course Talks 7 Race day photos 27 Nike Pace Team 8 Event sustainability 27 Health & Fitness Expo transportation 8 Hilton Pasta Dinner 11 Promotions & hospitality Nike store - official merchandise 28 Course information Commemorative merchandise 28 Event Alert System 11 American Airlines - official airline 28 Aid Stations 12 GO Airport Express 29 Course time limit 13 - official headquarters hotel 29 Timing checkpoints, clocks and mile markers 13 Live broadcast and media coverage 29 Prohibited devices on course 14 Bank of America Customer & Military Family Upgrade 30 Spectator viewing areas 14 Cheer on runners with Bank of America 30 U.S. Trust Cheer Zone 31 Medical information Merrill Lynch Cheer Zones 31 Medical support 14 Join Nike race weekend 31 Emergency contact information 15 Participant and spectator hospitality 31 Runner Transport service 15 Nike Northside/Southside Challenge American Red Cross Patient Connection Program 15 at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon 32 Charity Block Party 32 Race day information City Scents flowers for sale 32 Race day timeline 16 Transportation and parking 16 Additional information Security checkpoints and bag screening 17 map 23 & 24 Gear Check: Wave 1 and Wave 2 17 Event rules 33 Directions to Gear Check locations 18 Course map 38 Participant changing facilities 19 Packet Pick-Up Ticket Back cover Pre-race fluids, supplies and toilet facilities 19 Wave Start and Start Corrals 20 Directions to Start Corral locations 20 3 Schedule of events 4

Dear Participant, Schedule of events

Race weekend is just around the corner and what you’re holding in your hand—the 2013 Bank Friday, October 11 of America Chicago Marathon Participant Guide—includes all the key information you need to Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness Expo; Packet Pick-Up know to be prepared for a great race on October 13. McCormick Place; North Building, Hall B1 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. As my team and I work year-round in planning the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, our number one priority is that you have a safe and successful experience. In order to achieve Saturday, October 12 that goal, we rely on you being an informed participant. The Participant Guide is a step-by- Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness Expo; Packet Pick-Up step manual that will help you plan ahead: from your visit to the Health & Fitness Expo at McCormick Place; North Building, Hall B1 McCormick Place, to your arrival in Grant Park on race morning, and during your time spent on 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. the course and beyond the finish line. Hilton pasta dinner Of particular importance, I want to make sure you are aware of the following updates to our Hilton Chicago race weekend procedures: 720 S. Michigan Ave. 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. • You must pick up your own Participant Packet at the Health & Fitness Expo; you cannot have a family member or friend pick up your Packet for you • The only bag that you can check at Gear Check will be your clear plastic Sunday, October 13 event-issued Participant Bag Grant Park • On race day, you will only be able to access Grant Park through one of four Marathon Wheelchair Start 7:20 a.m. designated security and bag screening checkpoints located off of Michigan Avenue Marathon Handcycle Start 7:21 a.m. (please plan to arrive early on race morning to account for the additional time it Wave 1 Start 7:30 a.m. will take to pass through these checkpoints) Wave 2 Start 8 a.m. • As in years past, general spectators will not have access to the race start and Spectator Access to Grant Park Begins 9 a.m. finish areas within Grant Park on race day; we recommend that spectators support runners from elsewhere on the course, and meet runners after the race at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon 27th Mile Post-Race Party designated Runner Reunite Area in Grant Park’s Butler Field Grant Park, Butler Field 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. We’re looking forward to seeing you soon in Chicago. If you have any questions about the event, please contact our office at 312.904.9800 For a detailed race day timeline, refer to page 16. or send us an email at [email protected]. Thank you to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon official sponsors Sincerely,

Carey Pinkowski Executive Race Director Bank of America Chicago Marathon 5 Pre-race information Pre-race information 6

Pre-race information • When you arrive at the Health & Fitness Expo, you will be directed to the Participant Packet Pick-Up area where staff members will assist you at one of the 16 Participant Packet Pick-Up check-in stations. Packet Pick-Up Ticket • To check in, you must present your photo ID (driver’s license, state ID or passport), along The back cover of this Participant Guide serves as your Packet Pick-Up Ticket for the with one of the following documents: your Packet Pick-Up Ticket (the back cover of this 2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Do not discard. The Packet Pick-Up Ticket is Guide), or the emailed version of your Packet Pick-Up Ticket (whether in mobile or your individual proof of entry into the race and must be presented, along with one form of printed form). photo ID, at the Participant Packet Pick-Up area of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon • If you misplaced or did not receive a Packet Pick-Up Ticket or Email, go directly to Health & Fitness Expo to receive your Participant Packet (bib number and timing device), the Participant Services Desk where a staff member will, upon verification of your Participant Bag and Nike participant running shirt. registration, check you in. • You will then be directed to a numbered pick-up station to receive your Review your Packet Pick-Up Ticket for accuracy, including your: name, address, age, gender, Participant Packet. and Start Corral assignment. This information is critical for accurate scoring and mailing • Proceed to the Participant Bag Pick-Up area to receive your Participant Bag and Nike of results. participant running shirt; shirts will be distributed according to the size indicated on your Packet. Report any corrections or changes to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon office no later than September 30, 2013. Bib number Your 2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon bib number is a unique identifier and must Since 2010, Nike’s Bank of America Chicago Marathon participant running shirts have been made out of 100% recycled polyester. be worn and visible at all times on race day. Your bib number indicates your Gear Check Tent location (White, Red, Blue or Gray) and Start Corral assignment (Wheelchair, American Event contact information Development, A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L or M). Bank of America Chicago Marathon Phone: 312.904.9800 Bib number requirements Email: [email protected] • Your bib number must be fastened to the front of your running attire and visible to gain access into Grant Park and your Start Corral on race morning, and must remain visible Participant packet throughout the entirety of the race Your Participant Packet includes: • Do not physically alter your bib number in any way • Bib number • Fill out the back of your bib number with your emergency contact and • MYLAPS BibTag timing device medical information • Gear Check tag and fastener • Your bib number is non-transferable and must be worn only by you, the • Complimentary post-race 312 Urban Wheat Ale beer ticket* registered participant • The sale and/or transfer of your bib number is strictly prohibited and will result *For participants age 21 and over in disqualification

Packet pick-up instructions Timing device All Participant Packets and Participant Bags must be picked up in person at the The 2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will use the MYLAPS BibTag timing device to Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness Expo during regularly scheduled hours. record your net finish time. The timing device is permanently attached to the back of your bib These items will not be available for pick up on or after race day. number. Important: Do not remove the timing device from your bib or fold it in any way. • New in 2013: You must pick up your own Participant Packet and Participant Bag at the You must wear your bib number on your outermost layer of clothing throughout the entirety of Health & Fitness Expo. Individuals will no longer be allowed to pick up these items on the race to record an official finish time and finish place. Your time will be recorded from the behalf of others. If there is an unavoidable conflict that will prevent you from picking up point that you cross the timing mats at the start line until you cross the timing mats at the your Packet, please email [email protected] to seek a resolution. finish line. The MYLAPS BibTag is a single-use device that does not need to be returned upon finishing the race. 7 Health & Fitness Expo Health & Fitness Expo 8

Bank of America Chicago Marathon Nike Pace Team Health & Fitness Expo The Nike Pace Team will help you set the pace on race day. Nike Pace Team leaders—nearly 100 experienced marathon runners—will run The Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness Expo features more than 200 health according to the following finish time goals: and fitness industry exhibitors offering Bank of America Chicago Marathon merchandise and the latest in running footwear, apparel, nutrition and technology. The Health & Fitness Expo is 3:00, 3:05, 3:10, 3:15, 3:20, 3:25, 3:30, 3:35, 3:40, 3:45, 3:50, 3:55, 4:00, 4:10, 4:25, 4:30, 4:40, free and open to the public. 4:55, 5:00, 5:10, 5:25 and 5:45

Location Visit the Nike Pace Team booth at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness McCormick Place, North Building, Hall B1 Expo for more information and to sign up to be part of a pace group. Nike Pace Team leaders 2301 S. Martin Luther King Dr.* will be available to talk about race day strategy, how to locate your group within the Start Chicago, IL 60616 Corrals, and to answer general questions about the Nike Pace Team.

*For driving, parking and public transportation purposes, use the above address for the best access to the Health & Fitness Expo and nearby parking options. The publicly listed mailing address for McCormick Place (2301 S. Lake Shore Dr.) is not Upon joining a Nike Pace Team, you will receive a pace bib to wear on your back during useful for parking or GPS guidance devices. the race that will indicate your pace group (e.g. 4:00) and identify you as a member of the Nike Pace Team. There is no cost to participate. Sign-up is available only at the Health & McCormick Place is the largest convention center in North America to be certified with a new international Fitness Expo. sustainable standard. This certification was introduced in 2012 to promote responsible environmental and social practices in the event industry. Pace times are limited to Start Corral assignments. Your Start Corral assignment may not Health & Fitness Expo hours allow you direct access to a particular Pace Team. Friday, October 11 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday, October 12 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Health & Fitness Expo transportation Free shuttle bus service Exhibitors Free shuttle bus service to the Health & Fitness Expo will be provided to and from the For a list of Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness Expo exhibitors, go to following four locations: www.chicagomarathon.com/expovendors. • Downtown: Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Ave. (8th St. entrance) Main Stage presentations • South Loop: CTA Red Line Stop serving Red, Orange and Green lines, State St. and Roosevelt Rd. To view a complete schedule of events for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Magnificent Mile: Nike Chicago, 669 N. Michigan Ave., behind the store to the east Fitness Expo Main Stage, go to www.chicagomarathon.com/expomainstage. Plan your visit to • on St. Clair St. at Erie St. the Health & Fitness Expo around the opportunity to learn more about the course, learn last- : Fairmont Chicago, 200 N. Columbus Dr., Columbus Dr. one block minute tips, see the latest in running gear and technology, and hear from industry experts and • south of Wacker Dr. special guests.

Shuttles will operate every 15 – 20 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Volkswagen Course Talks October 11, and 8:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 12. The final pick-up time from Volkswagen will help you beat your personal best at the Bank of America the Health & Fitness Expo will be at 8:30 p.m. on Friday and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. Chicago Marathon with VW Course Talks. Learn about Aid Stations, mile markers and additional course details to help you prepare for race Nearly 50,000 visitors took advantage of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness Expo day. Presentation times and speaker information will be posted on the shuttle service in 2012. Taking the free shuttle is a great way to make your trip to the Health & Fitness Expo more sustainable. schedule near the Health & Fitness Expo Main Stage. 9 Health & Fitness Expo Health & Fitness Expo 10

Health & Fitness Expo parking CTA transit tips Parking will be available to all Health & Fitness Expo attendees at McCormick Place Parking The CTA can get you where you need to go on race weekend at the Lot A. Bank of America Chicago Marathon, whether to the Health & Fitness Expo at McCormick Place or the race start and finish areas in Grant Park. Driving directions to McCormick Place Parking Lot A For spectators, the CTA is a convenient and cost-effective way to travel to multiple viewing locations along the course. From O’Hare International Airport (22 miles), northwest or the north Follow I-190 East to I-90 East. This turns into I-90/94 East (Dan Ryan Expressway). Keep to To plan your trip or to request a complimentary CTA system map, go to transitchicago.com. the right and follow to I-55 North (Stevenson Expressway). Exit at Martin Luther King Drive (Exit #293D) and follow signs to Lot A entrance ramp located immediately to your left. CTA fare information From the west Cash Take I-290 East (Eisenhower Expressway) to I-94 East (Dan Ryan Expressway). Keep to the Cash fare is accepted on CTA buses only, exact fare (coins and bills accepted). No cash right and follow to I-55 North (Stevenson Expressway). Exit at Martin Luther King Drive (Exit transfers available. #293D) and follow signs to Lot A entrance ramp located immediately to your left. • Full Fare: $2.25 • Reduced Fare: $1.10 (Applies to children ages 7 to 11 and seniors 65+ and customers with disabilities with a valid RTA Reduced Fare Permit.) From Midway Airport (10 miles) or southwest Take I-55 North (Stevenson Expressway). Exit at Martin Luther King Drive (Exit #293D) and follow signs to Lot A entrance ramp located immediately to your left. Ventra™ card • Full Fare: $2 (bus); $2.25 (rail); $5 (from O’Hare)* • Full Fare Transfer: $0.25 From the south or Indiana via I-80/94 • Reduced Fare: $1.00 (bus); $1.10 (rail) From I-80/94, exit at I-94 West (Bishop Ford Expressway) and proceed on I-94 West (Dan • Reduced Fare Transfer: $0.15 (Reduced fare applies to children ages 7 to 11 and seniors Ryan Expressway). Follow to I-55 North (Stevenson Expressway). Exit at Martin Luther King 65+ and customers with disabilities with a valid RTA Reduced Fare Permit) Drive (Exit #293D) and follow signs to Lot A entrance ramp located immediately to your left. *$5 O’Hare rate applies to customers paying with the Ventra Ticket, Ventra Card with stored value, Transit Card, Chicago Card From Indiana Skyway or Chicago Card Plus Take I-90 West (Indiana Tollway turns into the Chicago Skyway). Merge onto I-90/94 West (Dan Ryan Expressway). Exit at I-55 North (Stevenson Expressway). Exit at Martin Luther King Purchase a Ventra Card for $5 at CTA station vending machines, participating Ventra Retail Drive (Exit #293D) and follow signs to Lot A entrance ramp located immediately to your left. Locations, by calling 1.877.NOW.VENTRA or online at ventrachicago.com, then register your card to have the $5 immediately refunded as transit value to pay for rides. Just tap and board, and your card will be deducted full fares and transfers on CTA and Pace. Pay for up to 7 full- From North Lakeshore Drive (US-41) fare rides at once. From , exit at 31st Street and turn right (west). Turn right again on Martin Luther King Drive. Turn left on 24th Place. Follow signs to Lot A. You can also load transit value and passes to your Ventra Card at CTA station vending machines, participating Ventra Retail Locations, online and by phone. Passes offer unlimited From South Lakeshore Drive (US-41) rides on CTA buses and trains for a specified period of time and include: 1-day: $10; 3-day: From Lake Shore Drive, exit at 31st Street and turn left (west). Turn right on Martin Luther $20; 7-day: $28. Cards cannot be shared. King Drive. Turn left on 24th Place. Follow signs to Lot A.

Ventra ticket From Congress Parkway Single-ride ($3) and 1-day ($10) Ventra Tickets are available at CTA station vending machines. From Congress Parkway, turn right onto Michigan Avenue. Proceed south to Cermak Road (E. These disposable tickets cannot be reloaded. Single-ride Ventra Tickets include one full fare 22nd Street). Turn left on Cermak Road, to Martin Luther King Drive. Follow signs to Lot A. and two transfers. Visit ventrachicago.com for more information.

For more information, contact McCormick Place Transportation at 312.791.6166, or visit www.chicagomarathon.com/mccormickplace. 11 Course information Course information 12

CTA transit directions to the Health & Fitness Expo at McCormick Place Expo via public address announcements and color-coded signs From downtown Chicago • On race day, stay tuned to the current EAS status via public address announcements From Jackson station on the Blue or Red Line trains, or from the Adams/Wabash station on and color-coded signs/flags at the start and finish areas and at each of the 20 Aid the Brown, Green, Orange, Pink and Purple Line trains, walk east to Michigan Avenue and Stations along the course board a southbound #3 King Drive bus. Buses run every 10 - 15 minutes. • If necessary, additional emergency information will be communicated via email and/ or text message From Ogilvie Transportation Center From the Washington Street exit, take the #20 Madison bus, #56 Milwaukee bus, #60 Blue Familiarize yourself with the Event Alert System prior to race day, remain alert for directions Island/26th bus, #124 Navy Pier or #157 Streeterville/Taylor (Monday-Friday only) bus from race officials, announcers and volunteers, and take precautions to prepare properly for eastbound to Michigan Avenue, then transfer to the southbound #3 King Drive bus directly to varying conditions on race day. McCormick Place. Buses run every 10 - 15 minutes. Aid Stations CTA does not issue transfers when paying with cash. Purchase Ventra Cards or Tickets at the Clinton Green/Pink line station vending machine, two blocks north of Ogilvie. 20 Aid Stations are located along the course approximately one to two miles apart. Each Aid Station consists of the following amenities in this order: From Union Station Medical Tent with access to a Runner Transport vehicle* From the Jackson Boulevard exit, board the #7 Harrison (Monday-Friday only) or #126 Jackson • Toilet facilities bus on the east side of Canal at Jackson Boulevard and go eastbound to Michigan Avenue. • Gatorade Endurance Formula (lemon-lime flavor) From Canal Street, board #60 Blue Island/26th, #124 Navy Pier, or #157 Streeterville/Taylor • Water (Monday-Friday only) bus on Canal south of Adams and go eastbound to Michigan Avenue. • Public address announcer Then transfer to the southbound #3 King Drive bus directly to McCormick Place. Buses run • every 10 - 15 minutes. *Runner Transport vehicles provide non-emergency transportation back to Grant Park in the event that a participant is unable to complete the race. CTA does not issue transfers when paying with cash. Purchase Ventra Cards or Tickets at CTA station vending machines or participating Ventra Retail Locations. PowerGel® Energy Gels will be featured at Aid Station 13 (Mile 17.8). Available flavors will be in both caffeinated (Chocolate and Hilton Pasta Dinner Strawberry Banana) and non-caffeinated (Vanilla, Orange Dream and Carbo-load at the Official Bank of America Chicago Marathon Headquarters Hotel—the Hilton Pomegranate Blueberry Acai) offerings.* Chicago—on Saturday, October 12, from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Advance registration is available online at chicagomarathon.com. Walk-ins will be accepted as space allows. Price per person *Specific flavors may be subject to change and not necessarily guaranteed on race day. is $35 for adults and $15 for children (ages 3 – 12). Infants and toddlers may attend for free with the purchase of an adult ticket. The Hilton Chicago is located at 720 S. Michigan Ave. Aid Stations 15-18 (miles 20-23.5) will offer bananas.

Familiarize yourself with the locations and offerings at each Aid Station and prepare for slower Course information traffic in these areas. The Aid Stations are approximately two city blocks in length and tables Event Alert System with Gatorade Endurance Formula and water line both sides of the street. Continue moving The color-coded Event Alert System (EAS) will communicate the status of race conditions through the Aid Station if the first tables are too crowded to obtain fluids. leading up to and on race day. EAS levels range from Low (Green) to Moderate (Yellow) to High (Red) to Extreme (Black) based primarily on weather, as well as other conditions. Collecting recyclable materials, corrugated cardboard and plastic jugs is an important aspect to the operation of all 20 Aid Stations. In 2013, look for Aid Stations collecting compostable materials, including water and Gatorade cups, banana peels and stacking sheets. • Email and website communication during race week will inform you of the current EAS status and provide preparation tips based on advance weather forecasts • Updates will be made at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness 13 Course information Medical information 14

Aid station Location Mile Items* Prohibited devices on course 1 State St. between Randolph St. and Madison St. 1.6 G, W Wheeled devices are not permitted for use on the Bank of America Chicago Marathon course 2 LaSalle St. between Ohio St. and Huron St. 3.2 G, W by anyone other than registered and authorized wheelchair and handcycle participants. 3 Stockton Dr. north of LaSalle St. 5.0 G, W Prohibited devices include non-registered wheelchairs and hand-cycles, baby joggers, strollers, 4 Cannon Dr. north of Fullerton Pkwy. 5.8 G, W skateboards, rollerblades and bicycles. 5 Broadway St. between Aldine Ave. and Belmont Ave. 8.0 G, W 6 Clark St. between Belden Ave. and Webster St. 9.3 G, W Music devices with headphones are permitted for use on the course; however, participants 7 Wells St. between North Ave. and Burton Pl. 10.5 G, W must be alert to their surroundings at all times, and must pay attention to important 8 Wells St. between Grand Ave. and Hubbard St. 11.8 G, W announcements made in Grant Park and along the course. 9 Franklin St. between Washington Blvd. and Madison St. 12.5 G, W, GC 10 Adams St. between Racine Ave. and Throop St. 13.9 G, W Spectator viewing areas 11 Ogden Ave. between Van Buren St. and Jackson Blvd. 15.3 G, W As in years past, general spectators will not have access to the race start and finish areas 12 Jackson Blvd. between Sangamon St. and Green St. 16.4 G, W within Grant Park on race day. These areas will only be accessible to participants displaying 13 Taylor St. between Racine Ave. and Loomis St. 17.8 G, W, PG their event-issued bib numbers, event staff with proper credentials, and ticketed guests (where 14 18th St. between Blue Island Ave. and Throop St. 19.2 G, W applicable). Individuals who are not registered for the race will not be able to escort runners to 15 Halsted St. between Canalport Ave. and Cermak Rd. 20.2 G, W, B the start line or greet runners at the finish line. 16 Archer Ave. between Wallace St. and Canal St. 20.9 G, W, B 17 Wentworth Ave. between 29th St. and 31st St. 22.3 G, W, B We recommend that spectators support runners from elsewhere on the course, and meet 18 Michigan Ave. between 34th St. and 33rd St. 23.5 G, W, B runners after the race at the designated Runner Reunite area at the Bank of America Chicago 19 Michigan Ave. between 28th St. and 26th St. 24.2 G, W Marathon 27th Mile Post-Race Party in Grant Park. 20 Michigan Ave. between 18th St. and 16th St. 25.1 G, W The 27th Mile Post-Race Party/Runner Reunite area of Grant Park (Butler Field) will open *G = Gatorade Endurance Formula; W = Water; GC= Gatorade Endurance Carb Energy Chews; PG= PowerGel®; B = Bananas to spectators at 9 a.m. To access this area, spectators must pass through security and bag screening at Gate #1 (Jackson Drive and Michigan Avenue) or Gate #2 (Congress Parkway and Course time limit Michigan Avenue). The Bank of America Chicago Marathon has a course time limit of 6 hours and 30 minutes, whereupon the course will re-open to vehicular traffic. You must maintain a 15-minute per Recommended spectator viewing areas: mile pace (approximately) or faster and complete the full marathon distance—start line to • To view runners closest to the start of the race, go to Grand Avenue, between Columbus finish line—within the event time requirement. Those who finish outside of the time limit Drive and State Street, near Mile 1, or anywhere along State Street, between Grand will not be recorded as official finishers and may not receive full on-course support from Aid Avenue and Jackson Boulevard. Stations and traffic safety personnel. • To view runners closest to the finish of the race, go to the Bank of America Cheer Zone at Michigan Avenue and Roosevelt Road. Timing checkpoints, clock and mile markers • After the race, spectators should plan to meet their runners at the Runner Reunite Timing checkpoints are positioned at the start line, at each 5K, at the area in Butler Field, located north of Jackson Drive, between and Lake halfway point (13.1 miles) and at the finish line. Your MYLAPS BibTag Shore Drive. timing device will register split times at each of these checkpoints. Medical information Digital clocks are positioned at the start line, at each mile, at each 5K, at the halfway point (13.1 miles), at mile 25.2 (one mile to go) and at the finish line to provide the elapsed race Medical support time. Mile and kilometer markers are positioned at each mile and 5K to assist you in locating Medical support is available at 21 on-course locations: all 20 Aid Stations and an additional the clocks. Digital clocks at the finish line will display the elapsed race time (your individual Medical Tent in the final mile. Medical Tents are indicated by tall, red, blade signs with the race time may differ depending on when you cross the official start line). The elapsed event medical icon. Each Medical Tent is staffed by a team of medical professionals, is equipped time begins with the start of Wave 1 at 7:30 a.m. with emergency and first aid supplies, and has access to ambulance service. 15 Medical information Race day 16

In Grant Park, the Main Medical Tent, Podiatry Tent, and Ice Tent are located directly Race day information beyond the finish line. An additional Medical Tent is located in Grant Park adjacent to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon 27th Mile Post-Race Party. The Massage Tent will be Race day timeline located within the 27th Mile Post-Race Party at the southwest corner, adjacent to the Petrillo Gear Check Opens 5:30 a.m. Band Shell. Start Corrals Open 5:30 a.m. Wave 1 Start Corrals Close 7:20 a.m. For the safety of all participants, only those requiring medical assistance may access the Wheelchair Start 7:20 a.m. medical facilities. Handcycle Start 7:21 a.m. Wave 1 Start 7:30 a.m. Pedestrian Crosswalks Close 7:30 a.m. Emergency contact information Wave 2 Start Corrals Close 7:45 a.m. It is important that you fill out the back of your bib number with your emergency contact Wave 2 Start 8 a.m. information prior to the race. Your bib number is an individual identifier and a critical reference 27th Mile Post-Race Party/Spectators Access to Grant Park Begins 9 a.m. tool in the case of an emergency. Should you require medical assistance, this information Gear Check Closes 3 p.m. will greatly help the medical staff assess your condition and notify your emergency contact 27th Mile Post-Race Party Ends 3:30 p.m. if necessary. As a complement to the information on the back of your bib number and the Event Alert System, please provide your most up-to-date emergency contact information by submitting it online at www.chicagomarathon.com/emergencycontact. This database is a Transportation and parking secure, one-time source used only in the event that emergency personnel need to access your You are strongly encouraged to use public transportation to get to the start and finish information in a timely manner on race day. areas in Grant Park. If you drive, allow sufficient time for traffic congestion and street closures due to the race. More information on race day parking options is available at www.chicagomarathon.com/racedayparking. Runner Transport service Runner Transport vehicles provide non-emergency transportation from all 20 Aid Stations back Public transportation: CTA and Metra services to Grant Park in the event that a participant is unable to complete the race. Runner Transport For the most up-to-date travel information, visit the CTA website at transitchicago.com and signs and volunteers wearing green vests will be located at each on-course Medical Tent. the Metra website at metrarail.com. For additional information, contact the Transit Information Center at 312.836.7000 or Metra Passenger Service at 312.322.6777. American Red Cross Patient Connection Program CTA transit directions to Grant Park If a participant is transported to a local area For best access to the start area, take a Pink, Green, Orange, Purple or Brown Line train hospital at the discretion of the medical team, to Adams/Wabash and walk east toward Grant Park. Or, take a Red or Blue Line train to the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago’s Patient Connection staff will be on hand in Grant Monroe and walk east toward Grant Park. Park to provide information regarding that patient to family and friends. Patient Connection staff can be found in the Information Tents located throughout Grant Park as well as at the For best access to the finish area, take a Red, Orange or Green Line train to Roosevelt and American Red Cross Patient Connection Program Medical Information Station, located at the walk east toward Michigan Avenue. Or, take a Pink, Purple or Brown Line train to Adams/ Family Waiting area at the southwest corner of Lake Shore Drive and Jackson Drive. Family Wabash and walk east toward the Runner Reunite area in Grant Park. members may also call 888.659.9877 to speak with a Patient Connection Operator to inquire about patient information. Refer to the course map for locations and inform friends and family of this service in advance of race day. Metra train service On race day, Metra will run special inbound and outbound service for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on the following four lines: BNSF Railway, Milwaukee North, Union Pacific Northwest and Union Pacific West. The inbound trains will arrive in Chicago at approximately 6 a.m. and the outbound trains will depart Chicago at approximately 1:40 p.m. These trains will 17 Race day Race day 18 operate in addition to regularly scheduled Sunday train service. For more information on the • Remove your Gear Check tag from your bib number and attach it to your Gear special inbound and outbound service visit www.chicagomarathon.com/metra. Check bag with the beaded fastener provided in your Participant Packet • You must show your bib number when dropping off and picking up your gear Race day bicycle parking • Loose articles of clothing or other personal items that are not placed in your Bicycle parking is available within Grant Park at the McDonald’s Cycle Center located at race-issued Gear Check bag will not be accepted at Gear Check and Columbus Drive. For more information, visit chicagobikestation.com. • Do not check valuable items such as jewelry, cell phones, cameras, music or electronic devices, etc.; the event is not responsible for lost, stolen or

All participants, spectators and volunteers are encouraged to take advantage of public transportation when getting damaged items to and from Grant Park on race day. • All bags must be picked up by 3 p.m. on race day or they will be taken to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon office (135 S. LaSalle St., Suite 1160) where Security checkpoints and bag screening they can be picked up in person starting Monday, October 14, at 10 a.m. Prior to entering Grant Park on race day, you must pass through one of the four designated • If picking up your bag at the event office, first call 312.904.9800 to confirm that security and bag screening checkpoints located off of Michigan Avenue. You will only be your bag is available for pick up able to access Grant Park through one of these designated entrances. Your event-issued bib • Any items unclaimed by November 1, 2013 will no longer be made available number will serve as your personal identifier; it must be fastened to the front of your running attire and visible to security personnel to gain entry into the Park. Directions to Gear Check locations Wave 1 All bags will be screened by security personnel. Using your clear plastic event-issued White Bib Gear Check: American Development Corral Participant Bag for carried gear will expedite the bag screening process and will help maintain Bib #s 51 – 200 and 251 – 400 an efficient flow of participants into the Park. Participants who opt not to check gear and are Within the American Development Tent, which is located west of Columbus Drive, south of not carrying a bag can access Grant Park through designated express security lanes. Jackson Drive.

Please arrive early to Grant Park on race morning to account for the additional time it will take Walking Directions to White Gear Check: Enter Grant Park at Gate #1. Walk east on Jackson to pass through security. Grant Park will open to participants at 5:30 a.m. Drive to the American Development tent located on the right, west of Columbus Drive, south of Jackson Drive. The designated entrances and security checkpoints will be located at: • Jackson Drive and Michigan Avenue (Gate #1) Red Gear Check: Corrals A, B, C, D and E • West-bound Congress Parkway and Michigan Avenue (Gate #2) Bib #s 501 – 20,000 • East-bound Congress Parkway and Michigan Avenue (Gate #3) Located on the east side of the Buckingham Fountain plaza, east of Columbus Drive, between • Harrison Street and Michigan Avenue (Gate #4) Jackson and Balbo streets. Walking Directions to Red Gear Check: Enter Grant Park at Gate #1. Walk east into Grant Gear Check: Wave 1 and Wave 2 Park from Jackson Drive. Continue walking east past Columbus Drive. Turn right onto the north side of Buckingham Fountain. Gear Check is located to the left on the east side of As a participant, you may store small personal items or articles of clothing during the race at Buckingham Fountain. your designated Gear Check area, which is determined by the color of your race bib: White, Red, Blue or Gray. Please make note of your assigned Gear Check area and how to access it prior to your arrival on race day. Wave 2 Blue Gear Check: Corrals F and G Follow these guidelines when checking your gear on race day: Bib #s 20,001 – 39,000 • Gear Check is available to participants only; spectators are not allowed in the Gear Located on the south side of the Buckingham Fountain plaza, east of Columbus Drive between Check area Jackson and Balbo streets. • New in 2013: You must use your race-issued Gear Check bag (your clear plastic Walking Directions to Blue Gear Check: Enter Grant Park at Gate #2. Walk east on Congress Participant Bag); no other bags will be accepted at Gear Check Parkway past Columbus Drive toward Buckingham Fountain. Gear Check is located to the right on the south side of Buckingham Fountain. 3 Bank of America 11 Red Gear Check 19 Nike Northside/Southside Customer Upgrade 12 Wheelchair Finish Tent Hospitality Tent 4 Massage Tent 19 Race day 13 Blue Gear Check 20 Information Tent Race day 20 5 American Red Cross 14 Gray Gear Check Patient Connection & 22 Charity Village Family Waiting Area 15 Harrison Volunteer Roosevelt Road Gray Gear Check: Corrals H, J, K, L, and M Compound Race Supply Tents near your assigned Gear Check. Toilet facilities will be positioned near Start Grant Park 6 Nike Pace Team Tent 21 Charity Village Bib #s 39,001 – 53,000 7 American Development Tent 16 Balbo Hospitality Lake Shore Drive Corral entryways. Start/Finish Map Located on the south side of Congress8 Start Corral Parkway, Volunteer west Compound of Columbus17 VIP Drive.Finish Tent 1 Start Stage 9 Information Tent Refer to Park map on pages 23 and 24 for specific locations. Walking Directions to Gray Gear Check: Enter Grant Park at Gate18 Columbus #3 or Hospitality Gate #4. Tent If you enter 10 Information Tent 2at WheelchairGate #3 Startwalk Tent east on Congress Parkway, Gear Check is located to the right. If you enter at

GateCourse #4 Routewalk east on Roadthe Closed Harrison to Vehicle Traffic Street footpath,Toilets Gear CheckCTA is Train located to theMetra left. Train Closed to Spectators until 8:30 a.m. Paper products used at the 1,500 portable restrooms on the course and through Grant Park are made of 100% recycled materials. Medical Facilities Pedestrian Crosswalk Information Kiosks Parking Limited Access Entrance Map subject to change N

N. HARBOR DR. MONROE HARBOR Wave Start and Start Corrals The 2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will feature a two Wave Start and Start Corral process to facilitate a smooth start to the race for all participants. Your Start Wave

N. FIELD DR. is determined by your Start Corral assignment. You have been assigned to one of 14 Start LAKE SHORE DR. LAKE SHORE DR. LAKE SHORE DR. MUSEUM Corrals as indicated on your PacketCAMPUS Pick-Up Ticket: Wheelchair, American Development, A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L or M. Please make note of the designated access points to your Start Corral Red Gear Check prior to your arrival on race morning. AREA UNDER CONSTRUCTION NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Blue Gear Check Start corral instructions E. RANDOLPH DR. • Your bib number corresponds with your Start Corral assignment • Your bib number must be fastened to the front of your running attire and visible to

COLUMBUS DR. gain access to your Start Corral AMERICAN START DEVELOPMENT FINISH BP BRIDGE • You will be granted access to your assigned Start Corral only

Gray • Start Corrals open at 5:30 a.m. PRITZKER Gear MUSIC Check • Wave 1 Start Corrals (American Development, A, B, C, D and E) will close at 7:20 a.m. PAVILION N. STETSON AVE. ART INSTITUTE • Wave 2 Start Corrals (F, G, H, J, K, L and M) will close at 7:45 a.m. OF CHICAGO E. BALBO AVE. E. JACKSON BLVD. E. CONGRESS PKWY. E. CONGRESS PKWY. • Family and friends will not be allowed to accompany participants to the start area GATE #4 E. 11TH ST. BRIDGE GATE #2 GATE #3 E. INDIANA AVE. GATE #1 PARK GRILL Directions to Start Corral locations

MICHIGAN AVE. MICHIGAN AVE. Wave 1 – Start Corrals Close at 7:20 a.m.* MICHIGAN AVE. MICHIGAN AVE. MICHIGAN AVE. Start Corrals: American Development, A, B, C, D and E HILTON E. 8TH ST. E. ADAMS ST. CHICAGO E. 9TH ST. E. 11TH ST. E. MONROE ST. E. MADISON ST.

E. BALBO AVE. To Access the American Development Start Corral (White Bibs # 51 – 200 and 251 – 400) E. JACKSON BLVD. E. HARRISON ST. E. VAN BUREN ST. E. WASHINGTON ST. E. ROOSEVELT RD. E. CONGRESS PKWY. from the American Development Tent: • The entrance to your Start Corral will be on the west side of Columbus Drive. Escorts will depart from the American Development tent beginning at 6:45 a.m. to Participant changing facilities lead you to your Start Corral entrance. For your convenience, male and female changing facilities are available near the Gear Check areas in Grant Park. To Access Start Corrals A, B, C, D and E (Red Bibs # 510 – 20,000) from Red Gear Check: • Start Corrals A and B: Walk north from the Red Gear Check Tent to Jackson Drive. At Pre-race fluids, supplies and toilet facilities Jackson Drive follow the directional signs indicating Start Corrals A and B. You will Gatorade Endurance Formula (lemon-lime), Gatorade Endurance Carb Energy Drink, Gatorade only be able to access your Corral on the east side of Columbus Drive. Endurance Carb Energy Chews and water will be available prior to the race at Start Hydration • Start Corrals C and D: Walk north from the Red Gear Check Tent to Jackson Drive. At areas. Other supplies such as Band-Aids, safety pins and skin lubricant will be available at Pre- Jackson Drive follow the directional signs indicating Start Corrals C and D. You will 3 Bank of America 11 Red Gear Check 19 Nike Northside/Southside Customer Upgrade 12 Wheelchair Finish Tent Hospitality Tent 4 Massage Tent 13 Blue Gear Check 20 Information Tent 5 American Red Cross 14 Gray Gear Check Patient Connection & 22 Charity Village Family Waiting Area 15 Harrison Volunteer Roosevelt Road Compound Grant Park 6 Nike Pace Team Tent 21 Charity Village 7 American Development Tent 16 Balbo Hospitality Lake Shore Drive Start/Finish Map 8 Start Corral Volunteer Compound 17 VIP Finish Tent 1 Start Stage 9 Information Tent 18 Columbus Hospitality Tent 2 Wheelchair Start Tent 10 Information Tent

21Course RouteRace day Road Closed to Vehicle Traffic Toilets CTA Train Metra Train Closed to Spectators until 8:30 a.m. Race day 22

Medical Facilities Pedestrian Crosswalk Information Kiosks Parking Limited Access Entrance Map subject to change N only be able to access your Corral on the east side of Columbus Drive. Start line procedures N. HARBOR DR. MONROE HARBOR • Start Corral E: Walk north from the Red Gear Check Tent to Jackson Drive. You will It will take approximately 15-20 minutes for the final participant from each wave to cross the be able to access your Corral from the rear at Jackson Drive. start line.

*If you are not in your Start Corral by 7:20 a.m. you must start at the back of your assigned Wave. Wave 1 Start Time: 7:30 a.m.

N. FIELD DR. Wave 2 Start Time: 8 a.m. LAKE SHORE DR. LAKE SHORE DR. LAKE SHORE DR. MUSEUM CAMPUS Please adhere to your assigned wave and the start time. Remember that your official time will Red not begin until you cross the timing mat at the start line. Follow directions from race officials Gear Check and volunteers at all times for a safe and orderly start to the race. AREA UNDER CONSTRUCTION NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Blue Gear Check Information presented by Tata Consultancy Services E. RANDOLPH DR. Information presented by Tata Consultancy Services will be available throughout Grant Park on race day. Information Tents will be available to assist participants and spectators with event information, course maps COLUMBUS DR. and general event inquiries as well as lost and found items. Information AMERICAN START DEVELOPMENT FINISH BP BRIDGE Tents will be located in the following areas:

Gray PRITZKER Gear On the east side of Michigan Avenue at 11th Street MUSIC Check • PAVILION • On the east side of Michigan Avenue at Harrison Street N. STETSON AVE. ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO • On the east side of Michigan Avenue at Jackson Drive E. JACKSON DR. E. CONGRESS PKWY. W. CONGRESS PKWY. • Within the Buckingham Fountain Gear Check facility GATE #4 E. 11TH ST. BRIDGE GATE #2 GATE #3 E. INDIANA AVE. CLOUD GATE GATE #1 (Participant Only Information Tent) • South side of Jackson Drive between Columbus Drive and Lake Shore Drive PARK GRILL • On the northwest corner of Congress Parkway and Columbus Drive

MICHIGAN AVE. MICHIGAN AVE. In addition to the six Information Tents, Information Teams of 2 to 4 individuals will be MICHIGAN AVE. MICHIGAN AVE. MICHIGAN AVE. positioned throughout Grant Park and on Michigan Avenue on race morning to assist HILTON E. 8TH ST. E. ADAMS ST. participantsCHICAGO and spectators withE. 9TH ST. maps and viewing tips. E. 11TH ST. E. MONROE ST. E. MADISON ST. E. BALBO AVE. E. JACKSON BLVD. E. HARRISON ST. E. VAN BUREN ST. E. WASHINGTON ST. Wave 2 – Start Corrals Close at 7:45 a.m.* E. ROOSEVELT RD. E. CONGRESS PKWY. Start Corrals F, G, H, J, K, L and M Lost & Found items will be collected throughout the day and can be reclaimed by 3 p.m. To Access Start Corrals F and G (Blue Bibs # 21,001 – 39,000) from Blue Gear Check: at Information Tent locations. Unclaimed items will be taken back to the Bank of America • Walk west from the Blue Gear Check Tent to Columbus Drive, between Jackson Drive Chicago Marathon office (135 S. LaSalle Street, Suite 1160) where they can be picked up in and Congress Parkway. You will be able to access your Corral on both the east and person starting Monday, October 14, at 10 a.m. Call 312.904.9800 or send an email titled west sides of Columbus Drive. Corral entrances will be marked by the Start Corral “Lost & Found” to [email protected] to inquire about lost items. Any items letters. unclaimed by November 1, 2013 will no longer be made available. To Access Start Corrals H, J, K, L and M (Gray Bibs # 39,001 – 53,000) from Gray Gear Check: • Walk north from the Gray Gear Check Tent to Columbus Drive. You will be able to access your Corral on both the east and west sides of Columbus Drive. Corral entrances will be marked by the Start Corral letters.

*If you are not in your Start Corral by 7:45 a.m. you must start at the back of your assigned Wave. 23 Table of contents Table of contents 24

1 Start Stage 10 American Development Tent 21 Harrison Volunteer Compound 2 Wheelchair Start Tent 11 Start Corral Volunteer Compound 22 Balbo Hospitality 3 Bank of America Customer & 12 City Scents Flowers & Gifts 23 Columbus Hospitality Tent Military Family Upgrade 13 Information Tent 24 Nike Northside/Southside Hospitality Tent 4 City Scents Flowers & Gifts 14 Information Tent 5 Massage Tent 25 Charity Village 15 Red Gear Check 6 Information Tent Lake Shore Drive 16 Wheelchair Finish Tent 7 American Red Cross 26 Information Tent Patient Connection & 17 Blue Gear Check 27 City Scents Flowers & Gifts Grant Park Family Waiting Area 18 Gray Gear Check 28 Charity Village 8 Information Tent 19 City Scents Flowers & Gifts Roosevelt Road Start/Finish Map 9 Nike Pace Team Tent 20 Information Tent

Course Route Road Closed to Vehicle Traffic Toilets CTA Train Metra Train Closed to Spectators until 9 a.m.

Medical Facilities Pedestrian Crosswalk Information Kiosks Parking Limited Access Entrance Map subject to change N

N. HARBOR DR. MONROE HARBOR

N. FIELD DR. LAKE SHORE DR. LAKE SHORE DR. LAKE SHORE DR. MUSEUM CAMPUS 3 7 15 27TH MILE POST-RACE PARTY 25 9 AREA UNDER CONSTRUCTION 4 NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 17 RUNNER REUNITE 8 E. RANDOLPH DR. 5 14 16

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COLUMBUS DR. WALKWAY CLOSES 7:30 A.M. WALKWAY CLOSES 7:30 A.M. WALKWAY CLOSES 7:30 A.M. RESERVED VIEWING AMERICAN

START DEVELOPMENT BP BRIDGE FINISH 2 12 21 23 NO SPECTATOR ACCESS 18 10 11 13 22 PRITZKER MUSIC PAVILION N. STETSON AVE. ART INSTITUTE 28 OF CHICAGO E. BALBO AVE. E. JACKSON BLVD. E. CONGRESS PKWY. E. CONGRESS PKWY.

GATE #4 E. 11TH ST. BRIDGE GATE #2 GATE #3 E. INDIANA AVE. CLOUD GATE GATE #1

PARTICIPANTS ONLY NOT A SPECTATOR ENTRANCE PARK GRILL 19 24 6 20 26 27 MICHIGAN AVE. MICHIGAN AVE. MICHIGAN AVE. MICHIGAN AVE. MICHIGAN AVE. BANK OF AMERICA CHEER ZONE

HILTON E. 8TH ST. E. ADAMS ST. CHICAGO E. 9TH ST. E. 11TH ST. E. MONROE ST. E. MADISON ST. E. BALBO AVE. E. JACKSON BLVD. E. HARRISON ST. E. VAN BUREN ST. E. WASHINGTON ST. E. ROOSEVELT RD. E. CONGRESS PKWY. 25 Race day Post-race 26

McDonald’s Runner Update Centers The 27th Mile Post-Race Party is open to the public from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., with live music Eight on-course McDonald’s locations are proud to be designated as beginning at 10:30 a.m. and beer ticket redemption and sales from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Runner Update Centers where spectators can go to check on the status of their runners by looking them up online. Runner Reunite area • 201 N. Clark St. (at Lake St.) Reunite with your family and friends after the race at the Runner Reunite area at the • 23 S. Clark St. (at Madison St.) Bank of America Chicago Marathon 27th Mile Post-Race Party. The Runner Reunite area will • 180 W. Adams St. (at Wells St.) be organized by alphabetical signs (A-Z) to facilitate meeting locations by name. When making • 230 S. State St. (at Adams St.) plans to reunite with your family and friends, factor in the necessary time it will take for you to • 600 N. Clark St. (at Ohio St.) navigate through the finish area and collect your bag from Gear Check. Also, be sure to devise • 2635 N. Clark St. (at Wrightwood Ave.) a back-up plan in the event that you cannot locate your party within Grant Park. • 1563 N. Wells St. (at North Ave.) 1664 S. Blue Island Ave. (at 18th St.) • Massage therapy More than 200 students, faculty and alumni from Chicago’s Cortiva Institute will offer Finish line procedures complimentary post-race massage treatments for participants from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The For the convenience and safety of all participants, please continue moving through the finish Massage Tent will be located within the Bank of America Chicago Marathon 27th Mile Post- area. No stopping or loitering is allowed at or beyond the finish line. Participants who sit or Race Party at the southwest corner, adjacent to the Petrillo Band Shell. lie down in the finish area will immediately be transported to the Medical Tent and will not be released until cleared by medical staff. Volunteers will be positioned just beyond the finish line Race day runner results within the Runner Recovery area to distribute Heatsheets™ and finisher medals. Once you exit Look up your finisher results at the Race Day Runner Results Tent within the Bank of America the finish area there is no re-entry. Chicago Marathon 27th Mile Post-Race Party. Volunteers will be on-hand to help participants and spectators look up unofficial race day results. Mariano’s Runner Refreshment Refreshments will be available beyond the finish line within the Post-race information Mariano’s Runner Refreshment area, including Gatorade Endurance ℠ Formula (lemon-lime), Gatorade Recover Protein Shake, Aquafina bottled Race results water, bananas, PowerBar® Recovery Bar, and a variety of other food • Unofficial race results will be available on race day at chicagomarathon.com and products from Mariano’s Fresh Market. For participants age 21 and over, emailed to all finishers Chicago’s own Goose Island Beer Co. will provide complimentary 312 Urban Wheat Ale. • The Monday, October 14, edition of the Chicago Sun-Times will include full race day coverage and results listings in the commemorative 2013 Bank of America Chicago Green Team volunteers will be located throughout Runner Refreshment to assistant you in discarding materials Marathon section* appropriately in compost, recycle or trash bins. • Once race results are deemed official, all official finishers will be emailed with a link to their digital finisher’s certificate indicating net time, pace per mile and finish Bank of America Chicago Marathon place; the certificate will also be available for download at chicagomarathon.com 27th Mile Post-Race Party • All official finishers will receive the Official 2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Upon exiting the finish area, celebrate your accomplishment at the Results Book mailed after the event with a complete listing of results, race day Bank of America Chicago Marathon 27th Mile Post-Race Party in coverage and photos Butler Field, near the start line at Columbus Drive and Jackson Drive. *Due to production deadlines, the Chicago Sun-Times cannot guarantee but will make best efforts to include the names of all The outdoor celebration will feature live music, food and beverages available for purchase. participants who finish the Bank of America Chicago Marathon under 6 hours and 30 minutes. Participants age 21 and over (photo ID required) can redeem the tear-off portion of their bib number for one free 312 Urban Wheat Ale. 27 Post-race Promotions & hospitality 28

Age divisions and awards Promotions & hospitality Personalized engraved finisher medals will be awarded to the top five finishers in each age Nike store – official merchandise division listed below. Age group medals will be mailed to the winners approximately six weeks Commemorate your achievement with Official 2013 after the race. Bank of America Chicago Marathon Merchandise offered by Nike. The Official Merchandise Collection includes commemorative technical Male and Female: 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, running and lifestyle apparel, footwear and accessories. 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over

Purchase Official Merchandise at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness Race day photos Expo or at the following retail locations throughout race weekend. MarathonFoto has been the Official Photographer of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon for three decades. This year, MarathonFoto • Nike Chicago will take photos at more than 20 different locations along the course 699 N. Michigan Ave. and as you cross the finish line. After you finish, your photo will be taken with your finisher medal and while you pose in front of a custom “Bank of America Chicago • NTC Marathon Finisher” backdrop. Additional candid photos will be taken at the Bank of America 833 W. Armitage Ave. (Women’s Only) Chicago Marathon 27th Mile Post-Race Party. Make sure your bib number is visible to help • Nike Running Bucktown MarathonFoto identify your photos and remember to look for MarathonFoto photographers in 1640 N. Damen Ave. yellow vests. Your photos will be online 72 hours after the race. Go to chicagomarathon.com • Fleet Feet Chicago (Three Locations) and click on Marathon Store for details or stop by the MarathonFoto booth at the Bank of 1620 N. Wells St. America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness Expo to receive money-saving discounts. 4762 N. Lincoln Ave. 1520 W. Roosevelt Rd. MarathonFoto products are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee. • Naperville Running Company 34 W. Jefferson St. Event sustainability Naperville, IL Recognized as a sustainable event by the Council for Responsible Sport, the incorporation • nikestore.com of environmentally and socially responsible practices is an important part of the planning, preparation and execution of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Please help in our Official Finisher Merchandise will be available at all of the above locations Sunday following the race. continued efforts to be a more sustainable event by participating in the following practices on race weekend. Commemorative merchandise • Dispose of materials appropriately in designated trash, recycling and Commemorative merchandise for the 2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon composting receptacles will be sold at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness Expo, • Take advantage of complimentary event transportation and easily accessible as well as in Grant Park on race day. For more information visit public transportation www.chicagomarathon.com/commemorativemerchandise. • Respect the foliage within Grant Park by using designated walkways • Check out our new “Virtual Bag,” the first step toward a paperless Participant Bag American Airlines – official airline American Airlines, the Official Airline of the Bank of America Chicago Recycling icons throughout the Participant Guide indicate many of the event sustainability initiatives. Thank you for Marathon, has made available a 5% discount off any applicable your help in making the Bank of America Chicago Marathon a sustainable event. fare. Race participants (or families and friends) may also utilize the discount when traveling on American Airlines, American Eagle and AmericanConnection. The discount is valid only for travel that occurs from October 7-19, 2013 and may not be combined or used in conjunction with any other offer. 29 Promotions & hospitality Promotions & hospitality 30

Reservations on American Airlines and American Eagle may be booked on aa.com or by 670 The Score contacting the toll-free number at 1.800.433.1790. Please follow the procedures listed below 670 The Score will provide complete live radio coverage of the Bank of for booking the available discounts and enter or mention 52H3AA as the aa.com promotion America Chicago Marathon on race day from 7 – 11 a.m. code when booking your reservation: Chicago Sun-Times 5% Discount (applies to any applicable fare): Flights may be booked by contacting American Look to the Chicago Sun-Times on Monday, October 14, for race Airlines toll-free at 1.800.433.1790 or by visiting aa.com. Flights booked through the toll-free coverage and results listings in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon number will be assessed any applicable administrative charges. Commemorative Section.

AAdvantage members may accrue mileage on American Airlines for tickets purchased subject Bank of America Customer & to the rules of the AAdvantage program. Electronic and monetary upgrades to Business or First Class are allowed after ticketing. Military Family Upgrade As a valued customer of Bank of America and to show appreciation to our armed services members and their families, Airline group travel we are proud to offer you an upgraded experience on race day American Airlines Group & Meeting Travel offers special fares and discounts for 10 or at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon 27th Mile Post-Race more passengers traveling to a common destination. Contact Group & Meeting Travel at Party. You will receive race day amenities in a private tented space including restrooms and 1.800.221.2255, email [email protected], or visit the website at aa.com/group. runner refreshments. Simply bring your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch debit card, credit card or other customer identification or Military Identification to the Bank of America booth GO Airport Express at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness Expo on Friday, October 11 or GO Airport Express offers airport shuttle transportation between Chicago area locations and Saturday, October 12. There you will receive a wristband allowing you and one (1) guest O’Hare and Midway Airports. Efficient and economical shared-ride shuttles depart from O’Hare access to the Upgrade area on race day.* and Midway Airports every 10 minutes for Chicago downtown and suburban locations. Shuttle counters are located at both O’Hare and Midway in the baggage claim areas. Transportation *Customer or Military identification is required to receive offer. Available while supplies last. Wristbands must be worn on race day to gain access to the area. to airports is arranged by reservation. To make a shuttle reservation, visit airportexpress.com or call 800.284.3826 and use the code “Marathon” for a discount. For private charters Cheer on the runners with Bank of America call 773.843.2420. Connect with Bank of America to support the runners at one of the Bank of America on-course Cheer Zones. Cheering supplies Hilton Chicago – official headquarters hotel will be on hand for you to show your support for runners and the The Hilton Chicago is the Official Headquarters Hotel of the local neighborhood. Visit either location below on race day to join Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Overlooking Grant Park and Lake Bank of America in sharing our passion with the runners: Michigan, the Hilton Chicago boasts 1,544 deluxe guest rooms. Ideally located on famed Michigan Avenue, and near the start and finish of • Mile 12 Bank of America Cheer Zone the race, the Hilton Chicago is also within walking distance of Millennium Park, museums, Franklin and Adams streets shopping and the Loop Business District. To take a virtual tour, visit hiltonfamilychicago.com. One block from CTA Quincy/Wells stop; two blocks from Union Station • Mile 26 Bank of America Cheer Zone Live broadcast and media coverage Michigan Avenue and Roosevelt Road NBC 5 Chicago Two blocks from CTA Red Line Roosevelt stop

NBC 5 Chicago and nbcchicago.com will provide complete live TV and Connect to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, its neighborhoods, and the city at bankofamerica.com/chimarathon online coverage of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on race day or at #chimarathon. from 7 – 11 a.m. 31 Promotions & hospitality Promotions & hospitality 32

U.S. Trust Cheer Zone Nike Northside/Southside Challenge Directly beyond the first Bank of America Cheer Zone is the at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon U.S. Trust Cheer Zone, at the intersection of Adams Street and Nike and the Bank of America Chicago Marathon are inspiring the next generation to race . You can support runners at one of the most scenic in the footsteps of their running heroes. The Nike Northside/Southside Challenge gives high points of the course, just before they cross the school athletes the unique opportunity to compete in an invitational meet on the Chicago and approach the half marathon checkpoint. The energy is certain Marathon course while the race is in progress. Athletes will compete on behalf of their to be high with the second half of the race on the horizon. respective high schools and as part of the larger Northside or Southside teams. The race starts at Mile 24 where boys and girls will compete over the last 2.62 miles of the Chicago Marathon course ending at the official finish line in Grant Park. The boys’ race starts at 7:40 Merrill Lynch Cheer Zones a.m., followed by the girls’ race at 7:50 a.m. You can also urge on participants as they make their way through the West Loop at the Merrill Lynch Cheer Zones. Located at Miles In partnership with Nike, the Bank of America Chicago Marathon promotes youth fitness by inspiring the next 13.5 (Halsted and Adams streets) and 16.5 (Halsted Street and generation of runners through the Northside/Southside Challenge for local high school students. Jackson Boulevard), just a few blocks from the CTA Blue Line, the Merrill Lynch Cheer Zones are the ultimate rally stations to Charity Block Party motivate runners during the second half of the race. Thousands of Bank of America Chicago Marathon participants are running and fundraising on behalf of important local, national and global causes. To celebrate the impact these Join Nike race weekend participants make, the Bank of America Chicago Marathon will host a Charity Block Party near Nike will celebrate race week and race day with activities throughout Mile 14. Spectators, family and friends are welcome to cheer on their charity runners at the Chicago, including special events, athlete appearances, race day course Charity Block Party located at Adams and Loomis Streets near Whitney Young High School. activations and post-race celebrations. Follow Nike on Twitter @NikeChicago for all race weekend information and updates. City Scents flowers for sale Participant and spectator hospitality City Scents is offering “Good Luck” and “Congratulations” floral arrangements and bouquets for purchase online and on race day. For delivery to a hotel, home or office, go to the Marathon If you purchased a ticket to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Balbo Hospitality Store at chicagomarathon.com or call 312.836.0211 or 800.886.1050; or stop into the 209 E. Tent, your wristband for venue access and race day instructions must be picked up at the Ohio Street location. City Scents also offers floral bouquets for sale on race day in Grant Park Hospitality Ticket booth located at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness at four locations near the start/finish area. Expo Participant Services area. Tickets will be held under the name of the purchaser.

Refer to the Grant Park map on pages 23 and 24 for locations. If you purchased tickets for a group of five or more, the tickets will be held under the purchaser’s name, and an individual from the group may pick up his or her ticket by mentioning the purchaser’s name, signing a release and showing a photo ID. You must pick up your hospitality tickets at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Health & Fitness Expo during regularly scheduled hours. You will not be able to access the Balbo Hospitality Tent on race day without your ticket.

Blue Plate, the catering partner of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, was the first caterer in Chicago to be certified by the Green Association. 33 Event rules Event rules 34

Event rules race. Any problems with the timing device must be addressed at the Participant Services The following event rules are intended to help produce and direct a large scale event, Desk at the time of Packet Pick-Up. to ensure the safety of all participants, to meet the requirements of local government permits and to be compliant with applicable USA Track & Field (USATF) and International Event day Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) regulations for participant performance records • Participants must follow instructions as given from all event officials including race staff, and event liability. volunteers, medical personnel, security officers and city officials throughout the duration of the event. Participation • All participants are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and courteous • Registrants must be capable of completing the full distance, start line to finish line, manner during their participation in the event. This means, for example, that urinating within the event time requirement of 6 hours and 30 minutes. or defecating anywhere on or near the course shall be strictly prohibited except in toilet • To register, you must be 16 years of age or older on event day. Individuals under 18 facilities. Anyone violating this rule of conduct shall be disqualified from the event and years of age must have a statement signed by their parent or legal guardian permitting will be asked to leave the course. their participation. • All participants will be provided with a personally assigned event bib number, which • Each participant must sign an event waiver before participating in the event. must be conspicuously worn on the front (and back when applicable) of their running Registrants under 18 years of age must have the applicant wavier signed by a parent attire throughout the duration of the event. The event bib number is to be worn as or legal guardian. issued. No participant shall be permitted to participate in the event without their • The event time requirement and age minimum apply to all forms of entry and appropriate bib number. event participation. • The use of video devices, cell phones, computers, cameras or any similar devices by • Any participant seeking accommodation in respect of a disability must submit a participants while in the event is prohibited. written request to the Registration Manager, Howard Kambara, at the following e-mail • The use of wheeled devices by participants or any other person authorized to be on address:[email protected] the course shall be strictly limited to: (a) authorized and registered wheelchair and • Participant race number bibs are specific personal identifiers and may not be exchanged handcycle participants and (b) authorized course marshals on bicycles. Baby joggers, baby with or transferred/sold to any other person. strollers, skateboards, rollerblades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled device • The sale and/or transfer of race entries/bibs is strictly prohibited and will result in the is not permitted on the course. disqualification and/or banning of any individuals involved from future events. • Participants must begin the event during the official recognized start times. • The Bank of America Chicago Marathon maintains a no refund, no transfer, and no • The course will remain secured until the 15 minute per mile pace Official End Vehicle deferment policy on all race entries and other offers. Exceptions to the policy may be crosses the finish line. At that time, the event is officially concluded and there will be no made only in the event of military deployment, bereavement, or critical illness. In such traffic protection and Aid Stations will cease operation. cases, additional documentation may be required before a refund request is processed. All requests for exceptions must be made prior to the event. The start • Registration closure is determined and announced when event participation reaches the • Participants will be assigned to designated “Start Corrals” in accordance with time established capacity of 45,000 participants. qualifying standards established each year by the event management. Assignments will be based on verification of qualifying performances submitted or performed by Packet (bib number) pick-up participants (Wave 1) or indicated at the point of registration (Wave 2). Participants will • Participants must pick up their own packets at the Health & Fitness Expo during regularly be notified of their Start Corral assignments by mail on their Packet Pick-Up Ticket or scheduled hours. they may use the online registration confirmation option to ensure proper assignment • Participants must provide photo identification upon picking up their packets to verity once proof of the qualifying standard has been supplied. Additional qualifying information their identity as the registrant to whom the bib number is assigned. is available on the event website: chicagomarathon.com • If a participant is unable to pick up his/her packet in person at the Health & Fitness Expo, • All participants are responsible for knowing the race’s start time and check-in method he/she must e-mail [email protected] to seek a resolution. for their Start Corral. All participants must be present at the appointed time to receive • Participants are responsible for verifying that the timing device provided within their instructions and to participate in the Official Start of the race. Participant Packet is working properly prior to the race and worn correctly during the • Participants shall assemble for the race in their assigned Start Corral no less than 15 35 Event rules Event rules 36

minutes prior to the race start. Any athlete attempting to enter a Start Corral to which and registered wheelchair and handcycle participants and (b) authorized course marshals they are not assigned will be required to start after all other participants have crossed on bicycles. Baby joggers, baby strollers, skateboards, rollerblades, unauthorized bicycles the start line. or any other wheeled device will not be permitted. • All participants must enter their Start Corral at the designated entry points. Any person • Participants are responsible for their recognition and understanding of event signage and who climbs the fence or otherwise enters improperly will be disqualified from the event. symbols relating to participant maps, facilities and directions. • All participants must be positioned behind the official start line prior to the start of • Medical personnel authorized by the event to do so may examine any participant who the race. appears in distress. If in the sole opinion of authorized medical personnel it is in the best interest of the participant’s health and welfare, medical personnel may remove a Course monitoring participant from the event. • Any participant who refuses to obey the directions of event officials, city officials or • Participants must retire at once from the race if ordered to do so by a member of the course marshals, or who conducts himself/herself in an unsportsmanlike manner, or who event staff, medical staff, or any governmental authority, including fire and police officers. is offensive by action or language to officials, volunteers, participants or spectators, may • Participants are responsible and assume liability for any and all medical expenses incurred be disqualified by the event and from future participation at the discretion of as a result of training for and/or participation in the event, including but not limited to race officials. ambulance transport, hospital stays, physician and pharmaceutical goods and services. • No participant, after leaving the course, will be allowed to rejoin the race either for the • Event officials reserve the right to delay, cancel, or suspend the race due to inclement purpose of gaining a place or to pace or to assist another participant. weather in accordance with Emergency Protocol on severe emergencies and/or • Any participant who has been found by a course marshal, event official or surveillance inclement weather. equipment to have gained an unfair advantage by intentionally shortening the route of the race (“cutting the course”) will be disqualified from the event. Result timing • A participant who has received any assistance whatsoever from any other person may • All participants are assigned a timing device prior to the event in their Participant Packet. be disqualified by the event. “Assistance” includes, without limitation, the conveying • Clock time (gun time) is the official time for designated elite athletes, American of advice, information, or direct or indirect help to an athlete by any means, including Development Program participants and Wheelchair participants. Official times will be technical communication devices. It also includes pacing by persons not officially recorded from the start of the race by the air horn to the point where participants cross participating in the event. It does not include participation of officially designated the finish line. Times will be rounded to the next highest second. Net times will not pacesetters in the race, provided such pacesetters start in the event. be used for any purpose regarding designated elite athletes, American Development • Any person participating in the event without a current official event bib number or Program participants and Wheelchair participants. timing device or a bib or timing device not officially assigned to him/her is subject to • Official times for participants in Start Corrals A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L and M will be the removal and disqualification from future events. electronic timing device time (net time) from when the participant crosses the start line • No persons are authorized to be on the course unless they are registered participants or to the point where the participant crosses the finish line. authorized event staff. Therefore, no person shall be allowed to accompany a participant • Participants must wear their assigned timing device, which is permanently attached to if he/she is not registered in the event, nor shall any participant be allowed, without the their bib number, from start line to finish line to receive an accurate finish time. permission of the event management, to receive assistance or refreshment from anyone • Participant net times that exceed the event time requirement (6 hours, 30 minutes) will during the progress of the event. Any person not properly displaying an issued current not be recognized as official finishers. official event bib number will be directed to leave the course. • A hands-on medical examination during the progress of an event by officially designated Timing disqualification medical personnel is not considered assistance and will not result in disqualification if the • Participants found to be wearing two or more timing devices during the race will be participant is deemed medically fit to continue in the race. disqualified and their results will not be recorded. • Participants with missing or irregular split times at official timing checkpoints will be Participant safety reviewed and may be disqualified. • The use of video devices, cell phones, computers, cameras or similar devices by • All finish times are reviewed before times are deemed official. participants while in the event is prohibited. The use of wheeled devices by participants • Participants must begin the event during the official recognized start time in order to or any other person authorized to be on the course is strictly limited to: (a) authorized register an official finish time. 37 Event rules Table of contents 38

Prize money • In accordance with IAAF and USATF sanctions, athletes are subject to anti-doping rules. An anti-doping rule violation occurring during or in connection with the event may lead to October 13, 2013 disqualification of the athletes’ individual results, including forfeiture of all awards, points Wave 1 - 7:30 a.m. and prizes. Wave 2 - 8 a.m. • All times and placements of finish are reviewed and deemed official before cash awards are distributed. Chicago Marathon • Any U.S. citizen who qualifies for prize money may be required to pay taxes on the gross Course Map amount. W-9 forms with a Social Security Number or Tax ID and signature are required by chicagomarathon.com the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Mile Marker • Any non-U.S. citizen who qualifies for prize money may be subject to Income Tax Kilometer Marker withholding, which will be deducted from the prize money as required by the United States IRS. Aid Station Contains Medical, Toilets, • The age of a participant on the day of the race determines his or her Masters Gatorade, Water classification. If age verification is requested, only a birth certificate or a U.S. passport will Medical be acceptable proof of age. Food on Course Exceptions McDonald’s • Any individual requesting a waiver of any of these rules (with the exception of refunds) Runner Update must submit a written request no less than 30 days prior to the event date specifying the Center nature of and reasons for the request. PowerGel® Energy Gel Ammendments / reservations / acknowledgements • Event officials reserve the right to modify, supplement or waive all or part of the Bank of America event rules. Cheer Zone • Participants shall be bound by any modification or supplement of the event rules Merrill Lynch published prior to the event. Cheer Zone • Failure to follow these event rules, as may be amended, will result in immediate U.S. Trust disqualification, loss of prizes and removal from official results. Cheer Zone Bank of America The Bank of America Chicago Marathon follows, and participants are subject to, the rules Customer & Military specified by USATF and IAAF. Please visit usatf.org and iaaf.org for additional information Family Upgrade concerning the rules mandated by the governing bodies of the sport. Marathon Course

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