FAQs
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Race Information
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When and where does the race take place? |
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Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013. The racecourse begins on the corner of Walker and Bagby in downtown Houston and ends on Allen Parkway. The wheelchair division begins at 9:10 a.m., the 10K race starts at 9:20 a.m. and 5K events start at 9:45 a.m. |
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When does the race end? |
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The course closes at 11:30 a.m.; if you are still on the course at that time, please move to the sidewalks. |
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How long are the courses? |
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The 10K course is 6.2 miles and the 5K course is 3.1 miles. |
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How are the courses measured? Will my GPS product align with the course distance?
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ConocoPhillips Rodeo Run courses are designed and mapped with Certified Distance Measurement, conducted by USA Track & Field Certification Procedure and highly accurate. Present-day GPS technology is not nearly this accurate and can vary typically within 5%. GPS products are advertised and intended to be used only as a travel aid – not to be used for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location or topography. Product specifications indicate variances based on environmental conditions and daily use.
Present-generation GPS signals are too weak to be reliably triangulated by a wrist-sized device in motion under typical conditions. High-accuracy position measurement requires a stationary device and average many samples over time. High-accuracy instantaneous velocity measurement requires the device to move fast enough (auto, plane, fast bicycle) that the position errors are relatively insignificant. Distance and average velocity can be expected to measure within +/-1% only under the very best of conditions. |
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How will I be timed? |
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The 10K run uses an electronic timing system that records race time and place via a disposable transponder tag, which is initially attached to a runner’s race number and will need to be transferred to each individual's shoe. Official times will not be recorded without a tag. |
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Will the 5K race be timed? |
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No. The non-competitive 5K race will not utilize tag timing and individual times will not be recorded. However, participants can use the clock located over the finish line to view their unofficial race time. |
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Why is the tag not offered for the 5K race? |
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Because the event is a “fun run,” an informal race. It may be considered in the future. |
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When and where do I pick up the tag? |
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The timing tag will be provided to 10K participants in registration packets and will be attached to their race number to be transferred to a running shoe on race day. |
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How will I receive my results? |
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Official results will be posted on the Web site on race day and each 10K finisher/team that provided a valid e-mail address will be e-mailed their results. |
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Can I use my own race chip or tag rather than utilizing the one that is provided? |
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For this year's race, we are not equipped to utilize individuals’ personal chips or tags. |
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What if I need help along the way? |
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A top-notch team of emergency medical professionals provides assistance along the racecourse. Mobile care and communications units will be located at the start and finish lines as well as on the course. |
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Can I participate in the 10K, 5K or 5K walk with my dog, baby jogger/stroller or motorized vehicle? |
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Sorry, as much as we like pets and children, with 15,000 registrants, the safety of participants is our main concern. Therefore, we do not allow pets, baby joggers/strollers or motorized vehicles of any kind on the course. |
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I noticed the race application indicated no headphones. Why? |
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We know that participants enjoy good music when they run/walk. However, if participants have headphones on they would not be able to respond promptly to an emergency vehicle or specific race instructions. Keep in mind we will provide plenty of great music throughout both the 10K and 5K routes. |
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What do I do with my personal items while I’m running? |
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You can leave your items at a drop-off station, located near the start line. |
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Registration
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How do I register? |
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You may register online (preferred method until online registration closes on February 16). In-person registration will be hosted at H-E-B on February 2 or Luke's Locker on February 20-22 (visit Registration for more details). You may also complete an entry form, and mail it to the Rodeo Run along with your registration check. Keep in mind that unless you select at that time to have your race packet mailed to you [and include the postage fee], you will need to pick up your race packet in person at H-E-B or Luke's Locker on the dates noted above. No race day registration or packet pickup will be available. |
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How much does it cost? |
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Early registration (on or before Feb. 2, 2013) is $25 per person. Registration after Feb. 2 is $30 per person. [Postage fee is $7.] |
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I am unsure if I have registered or have misplaced my registration confirmation - Is this information accessible? |
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Question regarding whether or not you have registered online for the event? click here
To request an online registration confirmation be sent to your email account, click here |
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Do you compensate elite or masters runners for entering the race? |
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No. Race proceeds are donated to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ (HLSR) Educational Fund, and all funds are allocated to administer the race. |
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Can I register someone else for the race at one of the registration locations? |
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Yes. You will need a fully completed and signed race application form from them, along with their appropriate race fees. |
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Why can't I register or pick-up my packet on race day? |
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With the enormous crowd downtown and limited space, the availability of adequate space does not exist to conduct registration or packet distribution. |
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My friend cannot participate in the event. I am not a competitive runner – can I use my friend’s number and run in the race? |
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No. If your friend cannot participate in the event and you want to replace them, please come to one of the scheduled registration/packet pick-up locations (see Web site) and make the appropriate changes to remove them from our database and add you. We will provide you a new race number. Since you have not physically signed a race release, we will require you to do so at the registration location/packet pickup location. Remember, if you are participating in the 10K, with your proper name and e-mail address, you will receive an e-mail with a link to your race finish on streaming video. |
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With no race day registration and me not able to register for the event beforehand, can I participate without a race number? |
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Please no! Participating without a race number is not appreciated. If you were to encounter an emergency while at the event, we would not be in a position to identify you or your emergency contact. Obtaining your 10K race time, boarding a bus to the starting area, drinking fluids along the course route, and attending the post-race party all require race numbers. Furthermore, the ConocoPhillips Rodeo Run donates the race proceeds to the HLSR Educational Fund to provide scholarship funds to Texas youths. Not having your race number impacts the donation to the Educational Fund. |
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I will be out of town on race day and not able to participate. Can I get my money returned? |
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We appreciate your race registration. As the race brochure states, we are unable to issue refunds. We are not in a position to credit your credit card or issue checks. Keep in mind that your race entry fees will be donated to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Educational fund providing college scholarships for Texas youth. |
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Why is the race limited to 15,000 participants? |
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For 2013, we have limited the race to 15,000 participants to ensure adequate safety and logistical measures are taken for all race patrons. Individuals are urged to register early to ensure registration availability. |
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Packet Pick-Up
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Where will packet pick-up take place? |
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There are several opportunities to pick-up your race packet. You may do so at H-E-B on Saturday, February 2; or at Luke's Locker on Wednesday, February 20; Thursday, February 21; or Friday, February 22. |
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If I want multiple race packets to be mailed to one location, do I include an additional $7 for postage for each packet? |
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Yes, postage costs $7 per packet. Each packet contains a race number, race instructions, sponsor information, a t-shirt and a plastic bag for warm-up clothing drop-off. All packets are pre-assembled and mailed individually. |
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I want to change the race distance I’m registered for. What do I need to do? |
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You may change your race distance, t-shirt size and any other registration information by going to one of the registration/packet pick-up locations. Changes must be made in-person prior to race day. |
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My records indicate that I registered for the race and have not received my race packet yet. What should I do? |
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All registered participants requesting their race packet to be mailed by Saturday, February 2, and paying the $7.00 mailing fee will be sent their race packets. Due to the high volume of entries received, the race volunteers take one week to mail race packets from the date the entry is received. If you have not received your packet by February 20, please call the race hotline at 281-293-2447. The most common resolution to these calls is the determination that the participant did not select or pay for the mailing option. Unfortunately, due to timing, the mailing option is not available beyond February 2. Since there is no race day packet pick-up, participants will need to pick their packets up at the packet pick-up locations indicated for February 20, 21 and 22. |
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I just opened up my race packet and realize that my shirt size needs to be changed. How can I do this? |
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All corrections/changes can be made in person at one of the scheduled registration/packet pick-up locations. We will not be able to make any changes on race day or after the race. |
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I noticed on my race number that there are errors (name, age, sex, address – incorrect). What should I do? |
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All corrections/changes can be made in person at one of the scheduled registration/packet pick-up locations. We will not be able to make any changes on race day or after the race. If you have a simple change (typing), please call the race hotline (281-293-2447) and clearly communicate the changes needed. |
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Can I pick-up someone else’s race packet who has already registered at one of the registration locations? |
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Yes. You do not need any form of ID to pick-up their race packet. |
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I wasn’t able to come to packet pick-up. How do I get my packet? |
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After Feb. 23 (race day) send a check in the amount of $7.00 to the ConocoPhillips Rodeo Run, P.O. Box 4584, PE 2017, Houston, TX 77210 and provide us your name, mailing address, and brief note requesting the race packet and we will mail it to you. |
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Overnight Accommodations
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Where can I stay? |
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Inn at the Ballpark
1520 Texas Avenue
Houston, Texas 77002
Rate $99 for Standard Room or $119 for Two Double Beds for Friday (Feb 22) and/or Saturday (Feb 23)*
For reservations call 866-406-1520 and mention ConocoPhillips Rodeo Run 2013.
Inn at the Ballpark, a hotel themed in Baseball Tradition....Located across the street from Minute Maid Park and the post race festivities!
The guest room is a refuge from the world's distractions allowing you to settle into a cozy leather chair and ottoman with the ceiling fan gently turning overhead. Classic lines, timeless furnishings, and gracious service will be a welcome resting place for the eyes and body after a whirlwind morning run and festivities on Allen Parkway following the Rodeo Run. Complimentary transportation (based on availability) to the race start.
*subject to availability and advance booking |
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Transportation
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What is the best way to get to the race start? |
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There will be no shuttles provided this year before and after the race.
Parking is available for a nominal fee at the Allen Center Garage, Metropolitan Garage, Hertiage Society Garage, as well as various downtown parking lots.
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