FAQs

 

QUESTIONS? CHECK HERE FIRST!

When is the 2024 race?

Sunday March 17, 2024

How do I register?

Register here!

I have CF, do I really get to run for FREE?

Yes! Email Emily@letsrockcf.org for more info!

Race times & locations? Where do the races finish? 

HALF MARATHON-8:00am

Start: Grosse Ile Middle School (GIMS)

(No parking, drop offs or pick ups at the Middle School. See Parking Info to plan your morning)

Finish: Grosse Ile Middle School

5K RUN/WALK- 8:15am

Start: Outside of the GI Naval Air Station Hangar

Finish: Grosse Ile Middle School

Is there a Half Marathon Relay this year?

There will be no Half Marathon Relay at the 2024 race.

Are there caps on the race?

Yes, the half marathon will be capped at 800 people and the 5K at 600 people.

Are there pace groups for the half marathon? 

YES! We have awesome peeps leading the following groups:

1:40, 1:45, 1:50, 1:55, 2:00, 2:05, 2:15, 2:30

Where do I park?

Check out our PARKING info page!

What time do the shuttles start?

Shuttles will start at 6am from the GI Towhnship shuttle lots & GI Middle School and will run continuously between the two until the end of the race. Use 9801 Intrepid as a good address to plug in to get to the lots.

We strongly encourage 13.1 runners who do not have their packet and plan to park in the shuttle lots to be parked by 7am and on the shuttle to packet pick up!

Is there Gear Check?

YES! See below for details

Half Marathon - Drop & Pick Up Inside of the GI Middle School Gym

5K - Drop at car parked before going into airport. Pick-Up: Car at Red Barn at GI Middle School near Finish Line. Look for Gear Check feather banner!

On course drinks? Energy Gel? What am I looking at?

Our water stations are the best! GIHS teams and clubs run these energetic stations!

Mile 2.2- Water

Mile 4.2- Water & Lemon Lime Gatorade

Mile 6.3- Water, Lemon Lime Gatorade & GU (vanilla, chocolate, tri berry, strawberry banana)

Mile 8- Water & Lemon Lime Gatorade

Mile 9.5- Water, Lemon Lime Gatorade & GU (vanilla, chocolate, tri berry, strawberry banana)

Mile 11.65 (Mile 1.65 for 5K)- Water

Are there Age Group Awards?

Half Marathon: Top Female, Top Male, Top Nonbinary, Overall Masters Female & Male, 3 deep per age group

5K: Top Female, Top Male, Top Nonbinary, Overall Masters Female & Male, 3 deep per age group

Awards for the Half & 5K will be posted and handed out inside of the GI Middle School gym under The Bolts Rock CF Racing tent. You also will have access to live results on your smartphone.

Are there awards for the Kevin Wilson Memorial Mile?

YES! Top 10 Male, Top 10 Female, Top Nonbinary (these will be mailed after the race)

What are the age groups? 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35- 39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

Can I park, get dropped off, or picked up at the Middle School?

No. Only if you have purchased a VIP Parking Pass. To learn more click HERE!

Can I drop or pick up my friends at the Middle School?

No. No cars will be allowed to enter the Middle School on race morning (except for race officials).

We have plenty of parking at the GI Township Soccer Lots by GI Airport. You can also park at GI High School and walk the path behind the school to the Middle School. Look for the tennis courts, then walk through the gazebo, between the softball fields and over to the Middle School!

I’m coming from out of town, where should I stay?

The Holiday Inn Express in Woodhaven (15-20 min from Shuttle lots) and Grosse Ile Pilot House are great options!

What am I going to fuel up on the night before the race?

Grosse Ile and surrounding area has many restaurants that will be ready for you! 

How am I going to fuel up after the race?

Post race bagels, bananas, famous homemade cookies and other treats will be available inside of the GIMS gym. Please allow our awesome volunteers to hand you your food.

Is the half marathon course USATF Certified?

Yes! 

Is there a time limit for the half marathon? 

Yes! There will be a 3 hour and 30 minute time limit for the half marathon. This breaks down to a 16 minute per mile pace. If you wish to continue beyond the limit, you will be on your own with no support provided by the race.

Can I push a stroller?

No. USATF rules/insurance does not cover strollers on the course, so they are not permitted.

Can I run with my dog, cat, pig, llama? 

Our course insurance does not cover animals, well, domestic animals. Give your pet a break for the day!

Can I wear headphones and listen to my Starship greatest hits album?

YES, you can wear headphones. YES, you can wear headphones. I know we've built this thing together, but I'd skip the Starship.

What if I drink too much water on the course?

There will be port-a-johns located around mile 2, 6, 8 & 10. There will also be TONS port-a-johns in the GI Middle School Parking lot and at the Start Line of the 5K.

Where does my money go?

All proceeds from the race go to fund the mission of the Rock CF Foundation (www.letsrockcf.org)

Can you drive on Grosse Ile? Yes!

(Plan to arrive to Grosse Ile early) Grosse Ile is an island connected by two bridges. The north end bridge costs $3.50 to enter. The south end bridge is Free. Please note that because of trains and possible bridge openings your travel time could be delayed. Please plan to arrive on the island early to make sure you have ample time to prepare.

I really wanted to run the half but winter got the best of me. Can I switch races?

Yes, please email Emily@letsrockcf.org at least 7 days before the race.

Can I get a refund if the race is canceled or I cannot make it?

This race is the largest fundraising and awareness event for the Rock CF Foundation. Refunds will not be given in any event. You agreed to this when you registered.

When is the last day I will get my packet in the mail if I register for the virtual run option?

Please register for the virtual run before March 12th. Anyone who registers after March 12th for the virtual run will receive their packet AFTER the race weekend. Thank you for understanding!

Where can my friends, family, cheering crowd watch the race? 

There are awesome spectator areas at the Middle School. They’ll have views of Canada, Detroit, and, oh, you too!