La Porte By the Bay Half Marathon

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the time limit?
Four (4) hours.

Where can I register?
Visit our Registration Page for online and mail-in options.

What is the cost to register, and does it change depending on when I do it?
Yes it does change!

Registration Entry Deadline & Fees: Register by Oct 6, 2013 Oct 7 – Nov 11, 2013 Nov 12– Nov 16, 2013 Race Day

$65 $75 $85 $100

Register by October 6, 2013 to receive a personalized bib and guarantee technical shirt.

Can I register at packet pickup or on Race Day?
Registration is available at packet pickup and Race Day. However, you will not be given a shirt until after the race if available.

When and where is Packet Pick-Up?
To be announced.

Do you accept credit cards at Packet Pick-up and Race Day registration?
We sure do!

Is there a host hotel for the race?
It is to be announced.

I registered but couldn't make it, can I get a refund or defer my registration to next year?
There is NO RAINCHECK for this event. Your entry fee for this year's event CANNOT be transferred to next year's event, and there are NO REFUNDS, no exceptions. This policy stays in effect whether you are injured, have an unexpected business or family emergency, pregnancy, etc. There are NO exceptions. Seriously.

I registered but couldn't make it, can I donate my registration?
Yes! Donate your entry to charity, you will get a cash donation receipt. Just let us know!

I paid my registration fee but couldn't attend the race. Can you mail my race packet to me or can I pickup my packet after the race?
No. All unclaimed race packets will be given to late registrants at the race.

Are walkers allow in the race?
Walkers are welcome! The only limit is that all participants must finish the race in 4 hours.

Are strollers allowed?
Yes, please stay clear of runners!

Are headphones allowed?
As long as you can hear instructions from race official, and please turn them off before you enter finish line.

Will there be Mile Markers?
Yes, every mile.

What type of race shirt will I receive?
A technical shirt.

When can I get my timing chip?
Race day morning.

What's the official race drink?
Lemon Lime flavored Gatorade - we'll have that and water at the aid stations at Start and Finish, and every 2 miles, but not on the bridge!

Speaking of drinks, what else can you tell us about that After Party? Like, what kind of party eats?
How about this for a hint:

Are you guys on Facebook?
You betcha!

Is there anything special about the Fred Hartman Bridge?
It's a cool structure! Find out some neat facts here.

Why does all this seem strangely familiar?
These are the same folks that brought you the Seabrook Lucky Trail Marathon, The Toughest 10K, the Baytown Bud Heat Wave 5 Mile Run, and the brand spanking new Toughest 10K Galveston, over the Galveston Causeway. We love organizing these events, and we're just as dedicated as all the runners who share them. We have a few serious rules: Make sure the party rocks! Support good causes! Put on a great event!