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The Most Popular FAQs:
1. What is the date of the 2011 Boston Marathon?
The 2011 Boston Marathon will be held on Monday, April 18. Patriots' Day in Massachusetts.
3. I used my qualifying time from a fall marathon in 2009 to enter the 2010 Boston Marathon. Can I use the same time again for the 2011 Boston or do I need another qualifier?
Qualifying for the 2011 Boston Marathon began September 20, 2009, so if you ran a fall marathon on that date or later your time can be used to qualify for the Boston Marathon 2011, even if you ran in 2010.
4. What do you anticipate the cut-off time will be between being assigned to Wave 1 or Wave 2?
In 2009, the cut-off time between waves was 3:34:36. Runners will be notified of their assigned wave in early April when Number Pick-Up Cards are issued.
6. Are headphones permitted?
Although the B.A.A. discourages the use of iPods and headphones, they are allowed except for those athletes eligible for prize money.
7. Can I run the race as an unofficial or "bandit" runner?
No, please do not run if you have not officially entered in the race. Race amenities along the course and at the finish, such as fluids, medical care, and traffic safety, are provided based on the number of official entrants. Any addition to this by way of unofficial participants, adversely affects our ability to ensure a safe race for everyone.
8. What is the first day I can qualify for the 2011 Boston Marathon?
The qualifying window for the 2011 Boston Marathon began on September 20, 2009. Registration for the 2011 Boston Marathon is scheduled to begin October 18, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. and is expected to fill quickly. Registration for the 2010 Boston Marathon opened on September 9, 2009 and closed on November 13, 2009.
9. How do I know if a marathon is run on a certified course?
The race director or race management can tell you if a course is certified.
For a complete list of certified courses in the U.S.A. check USA Track & Field. In Canada check Athletics Canada. Internationally, an extensive calendar of races is listed at the Association of International Marathon and Road Races website, with indication of courses that are not certified.
I will be 44 when I run my qualifying race, but will be 45 when I run Boston. What is my qualifying time?
Your qualifying time is based on your age on the day of the Boston Marathon, thus your qualifying time will be 3hrs 30 min – and you can be 44 when you run your qualifying race.
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