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GOGREEN CAMPAIGN OMTOM officially launched its # GOGREEN campaign in 2017 – an anti-littering movement coupled with a waste management plan that offers a sustainable way to collect and process the non-organic waste generated during race week . Look out for information on our 2018 # GOGREEN campaign and how you can be a more eco-conscious runner .
GENERAL ENQUIRIES Please contact the OMTOM team for general enquiries on 087 740 5260 or email info @ twooeansmarathon . org . za .
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES It is imperative that runners fill in the medical information on the back of their race number . Should a runner require hospital treatment or ambulance transport , he / she will be charged according to the hospital tariff rate . Also , please memorise this number , 021 937 0324 , in the case of a medical emergency . Information relating to runners who have been admitted to the Medical Tent will be available at the Information Tent next to the finish .
MEETING PLACE AT THE FINISH Ahead of race day , please make sure you arrange a specific meeting place to meet your supporters at the finish . The most suitable venue would be at the dedicated meeting points .
MUSIC There are a number of bands along the routes , as well as music at various refreshment stations . Feel free to sing and dance along , and smile as much as possible to thank them for coming out to support you . Please also note that any excessively loud music played in backpacks , through music players or car radios by either participants or supporters , will be moderated in compliance with the City of Cape Town bylaws .
MISUSE OF RACE NUMBERS AND RACETEC TIMING CHIPS Runners MAY NOT TRANSFER their race numbers and / or timing chips to other runners . Any runner who is found guilty of breaking this rule will be banned from the race for one year , in addition to them being disqualified from the current year . This is an important safety measure and in the interests of your safety !
PARKING Parking at UCT and near the start is very limited . Runners are advised to share lifts to the start and to be dropped off within walking distance . You will only be able to park at UCT if you have a pre-paid parking ticket . If you have purchased a pre-paid parking ticket it will be placed in your race pack . No parking is allowed on the M3 and anyone parking in contravention of road signs will be ticketed . There is a free Shuttle Service to the various parking areas . Parking maps and information will be available to view at the Expo and on the OMTOM website , www . twooceansmarathon . org . za .
PACESETTERS A number of runners will be kitted out as pacesetters and will carry flags letting you know at what time they will be completing the race . Please join a group that suits your pace and share in the fun and spirit that they inspire .
PHYSIOTHERAPY STATIONS There will be a number of physio stations along the route and at the finish .
PRAMS , STROLLERS OR PETS Prams , strollers or pets are not permitted in the Trail Runs , 21km or 56km events .
PRIZE-GIVING Prize-giving will take place at the UCT Finish :
• 21km at 08h30
• 56km at 12h00
There will be a “ Winners ’ Circle ” situated at the Finish Marquee where all age category winners will receive their category medal and be photographed . The category prizes are NOT included in the main prize-giving .
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