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Date:        October 21, 2012

Time:        Race Festivities begins at 12:00 noon, Registration is from 12-2pm, Kid's Dash for the Cure begins at 2pm, 5K Walk/Run begins 3pm, Awards at 4pm

Location:   Memorial Park, Kingsport, TN (across from Dobyns Bennett High School on Fort Henry Blvd.  Major cross streets are Eastman Rd and Center St).

Q:  How do I register?

Online registration is available at www.komentricities.org/register.  On-line registration is recommended for everyone as it allows each person to establish a personalized race fundraising webpage. We also provide a $5.00 discount for most registration types when you register on-line over the mail-in registration.  On-line registration helps us to keep our costs down and your email provides a way for us to notify or send reminders to you regarding Race for the Cure packet pick-up, Team Captain Training, Volunteer Training or other important news.

Q:  What is the registration deadline?

While it is possible to register anytime up until 2pm on Race Day, we strongly encourage you to prior to register early in order to reserve your tee shirt.  Our on-line registration will close Tuesday, October, 16, 2012, at 6 pm and Race Day Weekend prices will apply for any registrations received after that date.  Mail-in registration must be received at our office by Monday, October 15, 2012 5:00 p.m.

Q:  What if I miss the Team registration deadline?

You will still be able to walk or run with your team, however you will not be counted in the overall team total for awards purposes.  If you miss the deadline, October 16, you should register at Dick's Sporting Goods during packet pickup on October 20.  (Race Weekend Fees will Apply).

Q:  I am a volunteer, can I still register to set up a personal fundraising page?

Yes, we encourage all of our volunteers to register for the race to help us fundraise.  This is our signature fundraiser and if every volunteer raised just $10 or $20 we would increase our revenues by $5-$10,000.   By signing up you also receive a white Race 2012 T-shirt.

Q: I am unable to run or walk on Race day.  Can I still participate?

We encourage everyone to participate in Race day by registering and joining a team.  By registering online it creates your own fundraising page.  By registering you will receive a white race 2012 T shirt.  If you are unable to walk due to other reasons, we would invite you to participate at the race to cheer others on in their Race for the Cure!  Other ways to participate would be to sign up to volunteer either prior to or on Race Day as we have many opportunities for volunteers to assist.  To volunteer you may contact Race Director or call our office at 423-765-9313. 

Q:  Where and when do I pick up my INDIVIDUAL RACE PACKET?

Individual Packet Pickup will be held at Dick's Sporting Goods, at 2626 E Stone Dr, Kingsport, TN on Saturday, October 20 between the hours of 3pm-7pm. 

Q:  Where and when do I pick up my TEAM RACE PACKET?

Team Captains MUST pick up T-shirts for ALL members of their team, or ask ALL team members to pick up their own at INDIVIDUAL Packet Pickup (date and time above).

If you are a Team Captain and you are picking up T-shirts and packets for EVERYONE on your Team, packet pickup will be on Thursday, October 18, at Dick's Sporting Goods, at 2626 E Stone Dr, Kingsport, TN between 11am-2pm and 2pm-5pm.  You will be asked to distribute T-shirts to all of your team members either before or on Race Day.  If you pick up for your entire team, members will not be able to pick up their shirts individually on Saturday (Individual Packet Pickup) or on Race Day.

Q:  May I have my race packet mailed to me? 

We ask that you pick up your packet during packet pickup or on Race Day. If you are unable to pickup the packet you may want to send someone in your place.  ALL SHIRTS MUST BE PICKED UP BY RACE DAY.  NO SHIRTS WILL BE MAILED.

Q:  What if I am a Competitive Timed Runner?

Your timing chip will be attached to the back of your race bib, which you receive at packet pickup. 

Q:  How is the Competitive Run timed?

The Tri-Cities Race for the Cure is a USATF-Certified 5 kilometer course.  It will be timed and recorded by a professional chip timing company.  Chips are available for an additional $5.00 and are required to be eligible for Race awards.  Timed results will be posted on We Run Events. (Note:  All Survivors will be timed at no cost).

Q:  What are the awards for top female, male and survivor?

Top female and male runners will receive 1 round-trip air transportation on any American Airlines or American Eagle to any destination in the contiguous United States.  Limit is 1 ticket holder per household. 

The top Survivor Runner will receive a free weekend at a cabin in the Smoky Mountains!

Q:  Does it matter who gets what bib?

Yes.  All competitive runners will receive a bright green bib, all survivors will receive a Pink Bib, all Dash for the Cure participants will receive a bright green bib and untimed participants receive a white 2012 bib.  Each participant in the Race is required to wear a bib on Race day, including children on the front of their T-shirt.  Bibs show that you have registered, signed a waiver and are permitted to participate.

Q.  Will the Race be cancelled if it rains?

The Race takes place rain or shine.  We do reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.  In that unlikely event, we would not grant refunds.  Entry fees would be used as a donation to the Race to support our mission to end breast cancer forever.

Q:  What if I decide to walk instead of run?

No problem!  Once registered, you may participate in either event.

Q:  Where should I park?

You may park at Dobyns Bennett High School's parking lot for free or along Eastman Rd and Center Street.

Q:  Can I bring a dog/stroller/rollerblades?

All dogs with updated shots are welcome to attend pre-race festivities, but we discourage them from participating in the walk/run.  We ask that you only bring dogs with the temperament to withstand large crowds, children, and other dogs.

For safety purposes we will line up strollers behind all runners and walkers.

For the safety of all participants, in line skates are not allowed on the Race course.

Q:  What if I begin the 5KWalk/Run, but am unable to finish?

No problem!  We have the Kingsport Association Trolly Bus that follows the race.  Just sit down on a curb and wait for the Trolly - it will pick you up and take you back to the Park!

Q:  Where can I meet my Team on Race day?

You can meet at the Park or across the street (Ft. Henry).  If you would like you can set up a tent and tailgate near the park.

Q:  Does the Komen Race for the Cure require fundraising?

You are not required to fundraise to participate, but this is a fundraising event.  We encourage all participants to fundraise above the entry fee.  Imagine the IMPACT if each Race participant raised $100 in addition to their registration fee.  We would bring in $600,000 more $$'s to support screening and educational programs in our communities in SW Virginia, East Tennessee and Western North Carolina.

Q:  Where does my money go?

Up to 75% of the net income from the Race stays right here in SW Virginia, East Tennessee and Western NC to fund breast cancer education, screening and treatment programs.  The remaining 25% supports the Komen for the Cure Research Grants program, which funds groundbreaking breast cancer research.  For a listing of our current grantees, click here.

Q:  Where do I send donations?

You can donate on-line and  search for a specific person or team or general donation if you wish.  Or mail (please do not not send cash or change) to Tri-Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen, 301 Louis Street, Ste 304, Kingsport, TN 37660.  For donations going to a specific individual or team, please include the name of the person and/or team for whom you are making a donation.  To make a donation, click here.  To download a donation form to mail in,click here. 

Another option is to bring your donations to either the Team Captain Packet Pickup or Individual Packet Pickup at Dick's Sporting Goods, 2626 E Stone Dr, Kingsport, on Thursday, October 18, 11am-2pm and 5pm-8pm or on October 20, from 3-7pm.  A final option is to bring your donations to our office located at the address above.  There is typically someone in the office between 9 and 5 M-F, but we ask that you call first to be sure someone is available to take your donations.  Our office number is 423-765-9313.

Q:  Is their a deadline for fundraising?

If you would like to have your INDIVIDUAL donations counted toward incentives/prizes, you will need to have your funds to us prior by Saturday, October 20, at 7 pm.  All individual incentives MUST be picked up at the Race - ask at the Information Booth and they will be able to direct you to the appropriate tent to pick up your individual fundraising gifts.

All Team Donations received by November 1, 2012 will be credited toward your team's fundraising total and Awards.  Awards for largest fundraising teams will be announced by email or E-Newsletter after November 1st and team awards will be mailed to the Team Captains.  All donations received after November 1st will be counted as a general Race donation.  Donations are accepted at any time.

Q:  Is my registration fee tax deductible?

No.  Your registration fee helps defray the cost of producing the Race and is not considered tax-deductible.  However, any amount you choose to donate above the entry fee IS tax-deductible.

Q:  How can I pay tribute to someone special at the Race?

Complimentary "In Memory of" and "In Celebration of" back signs will be available on Race day at the Registration Booth area.  Use as many as you like to honor those who have been affected by breast cancer.