March 27: MARCH IN OKARCHE
Okarche, OK (Okarche Park)
Contact: Desiree Margagliano, desiree-margagliano@ouhsc.edu 405-922-6846
5K Run/30K Bike/5K Run (SMW/USAT OK State Championship)
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Greetings Athletes:
The March in Okarche race is fast approaching. The staff is hopeful for wonderful weather. Have we had some weird weather this year?
This email is your RACE BIBLE
It is encouraged you to make a copy and take the time to read, ESPECIALLY if you are new to the sport. I see so many new names on the list and look forward to meeting all of you.
Here are very important instructions for you to remember:
PACKET PICKUP: LOCAL athletes PLEASE pick up your packets at SCHLEGELS BICYCLES TIME: 2PM TO 6PM on FRIDAY MARCH 26TH.
PHOTO ID’S ARE REQUIRED BY USAT AND ONLY YOU CAN PICK UP YOUR PACKET. THAT IN CLUDES TEAM MEMBERS. YOU MUST HAVE YOUR USAT CARD (IF A MEMBER) WITH YOU. As a Certified Race Director I will be strict on this rule. PLEASE don’t ask for favors.
PARKING: YOU CAN PARK IN THE LOT OF THE CENTER OF FAMILY LOVE. However, not along the curbs going in to the center. They will tow. Please listen if you have to move your vehicle. We are expecting a very large amount of athletes. You may have to park and ride your bike to the race but remember to have your helmet on!!
ONSITE PICKUP: OKARCHE TOWN PARK FROM 11 TO 1 PM.
AGAIN BE PREPARED TO HAVE PHOTO ID AND USAT CARD
NUMBERS: You will be given 2 numbers. 1 for you and 1 for your bike. YOU MUST WEAR YOU RACE NUMBER ON THE FRONT OF YOUR BODY.
If you are not sure how to place your bike number, our transition volunteers will assist you. BODY MARKING will be at the transiton area.
BIKE RACKS ARE ASSIGNED. If you need assistance, please ask a volunteer to assist you. Remember you can only bring select items in the transition. Be considerate of other athletes equipment near you.
TRANSITON RULES: Have your RACE NUMBER AND HELMET out BEFORE your reach the transition area. ONLY ATHLETES ARE ALLOWED IN THE TRANSITION AREA. This is for your protection as well as your equipment. Please ask family members to stay outside the fencing.
TRANSITON AREA OPENS AT 11:00 AND CLOSES AT 12:50 SHARP TO PREPARE FOR THE KIDS DASH. IT WILL REOPEN AFTER THE KIDS HAVE PASSED THRU THE AREA.
GENERAL RACING RULES
NO DRAFTING ON THE BIKE
U MUST HAVE YOUR HELMET SECURLY FASTENED BEFORE YOU GET ON YOUR BIKE
STAY AS FOR TO THE RIGHT AS YOU CAN ON THE BIKE.
REMEMBER THIS IS NOT A CLOSED COURSE
CONSIDER YOUR SAFETY
NO MONEY IS ON THE LINE
RESPECT THE TRUCKS AND FARM IMPLEMENTS IF THEY ARE ON THE ROAD.
THE HEAD OFFICIAL WILL DO A SHORT PRESENTATION FOR NEW ATHLETES. PLEASE ATTEND IF YOU ARE NEW.
NO HEADSETS, WALKMANS, RADIOS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE
YOU MUST WEAR YOUR HELMET IF YOU ARE ON YOUR BIKE AT ANY TIME
AWARDS
TOP 5 MALE OVERALL
TOP 3 FEMALE OVERALL
TOP MALE AND FEMALE MASTERS AND GRANDMASTERS
TOP ATHENA AND CLYESDALE
TOP 3 AGE GROUPS. Some age groups will drop down to top 5, so check before you leave
We will do rolling awards so be prepared to receive awards while the race is going on. Announcements will be made once I have received the go ahead from our Head Official.
WE WILL STOP AWARDS TO CHEER ON OUR FINAL FINISHER
GATORADE ENDURANCE FORMULA AND WATER WILL BE SUPPLIED only bottled water at the finish line.
ADULT BEVERAGES AND POST RACE GOODIES AFTER THE RACE.
SPECIAL TREATS FOR THE KIDS DASH
PLEASE ENJOY YOURSELVES AND I WILL BE ALWAYS AVAILABLE FOR ANY QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
BEST!!
Desiree Margagliano
USAT Certified Race Director
