Important information before the race

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1 INSTRUCCIONES FINAL FINALES 2017 Important information before the race EXPODEPOR-HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO 2018 EXPODEPOR 2018 The Health & Fitness Expo will take place in Pabellón 12 of IFEMA situated on Avenida del Partenón 5 on the 20th and 21st of April. The expo has an exhibition space of more than m2 and some of the most prestigious firms, institutions and entities in the world of sport, and athletics will be present. Hours Date: 20th & 21st of April Opening Hours: Friday from 10:00 until 20:00 Saturday from 10:00 until 20:00 Admission: Free Location: Pavillion 12 - IFEMA (Avenida del Partenón, 5) EXPODEPOR-FERIA Transports DEL DEPORTE 2014 BUSES Line 112 (EMT): Mar de Cristal-Feria de Madrid-Bº Aeropuerto Line 122 (EMT): Avda. De América-Campo de las Naciones-Feria de Madrid Line 828: Universidad Autónoma-Alcobendas-Feria de Madrid More information is available on: METRO Line 8: Campo de las Naciones More information is available on: TRAVEL BY VEHICLE M-40 Exits 5 and 6 M-40+A2 Exit 7 M-11 Exit 7 More information is available on: Race Number Pick Up, Gear Bag and Tee All runners must visit Expodepor-2018 in order to collect their Race Number (bib) with timing chip, gear bag and the Adidas technical t-shirt. Each runner must collect their own race number. Race numbers CANNOT be collected on the day of the race; there are absolutely no exceptions. All bib number pick up occurs exclusively at the EXPODEPOR Health & Fitness Expo To collect the Race Numbers, Runners must present the PRINTED DOCUMENT THAT CONTAINS THEIR RACE NUMBER with their photo ID or other Official Documentation.

2 When the person collecting the Race Number is not the person registered, they must present a photocopy of the OFFICIAL DOCUMENT WITH THE PERSON S RACE NUMBER a photo copy of their own ID AND a photocopy of the ID of the person registered. The organizers will retain these documents IN CASE IT S NECESSARY TO CONFIRM who collected the race bib. THERE IS NO FLEXIBILITY WITH THIS RULE AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THE RACE NUMBER BE GIVEN WITHOUT THE DOCUMENTATION OF THE OWNER OF THE REGISTRATION. Medical information: Don t forget to fill in the medical information on the back of the Race Number which helps in case the runner needs medical assistance during the race. Corral Changes To change to a slower paced corral simply move back to a slower corral on the morning of the race. No other procedures are required. If your training has gone better than expected and you want to move up to a quicker paced corral, collect EXPODEPOR-FERIA your bib number and then go DEL to the DEPORTE SOLUCIONES 2014 / SOLUTIONS stand in EXPODEPOR-2018 to be placed in the appropriate corral. To move to a faster corral, you must PRESENT AN OFFICIAL PRINTED confirmation or certification from another race where the time was accomplished. T-shirt changes The organization ensures all the runners the size of the shirt selected at the time of registration, therefore, we can not make any changes. However, if your preference for size has changed, you will be able to do the exchange of the shirt with other runners who are in the same situation as you, in the enabled area for it, at EXPODEPOR-FERIA Expodepor - Feria del Deporte DEL DEPORTE 2014 * Tshirts are not available for pick up on race day and will not be mailed after the race. It is recommended to visit the Expo on Friday, 20th of April to avoid the possiblity of long waiting periods to access the Pavillion on Saturday, due to legal capacity limits stipulated by IFEMA. EXPODEPOR-FERIA Pasta Party DEL DEPORTE 2014 The Pasta Party will take place on Saturday the 21st of April from 13:00 until 16:00. All the REGISTERED runners for the 2018 EDP Roll Madrid Marathon & ½ can enjoy a fantastic plate of pasta with fellow runners. You will be asked to show your bib number for entry. * The Pasta Party is free for all runners registered in any of the three distances. * Those accompanying runners can buy a ticket to access the pasta party for 5. * If you will not be able to attend the Pasta Party, please remove the attached coupon from your bib the day of the race. PABLO ÁLVAREZ 2017 ENTRADA PASTA PARTY PABELLÓN 12 M TALLA HOMBRE

3 APP Edp Rock n Roll Madrid Maratón & 1/2 powered by IBERCAJA Download the Edp Rock'n'Roll Madrid Marathon & 1/2 App Powered by IBERCAJA to: See posts on your Facebook Wall of your own times. Find out everything about the courses: Refreshment locations, locations of rock bands, kilometric points, etc. Weather updates. Those who are not participating in the race, but want to follow a runner, can: Follow any participant live (Live Tracking). Stream live coverage of the race. The APP EDP Rock'n'Roll Madrid Maratón & ½ is free, and is available on both Android (Google Play) and Apple (App Store). Scan this QR code and download the official APP EDP Rock'n'Roll Madrid Maratón & ½ to follow your favorite runner. EDP Promotion - Reimbursement of your registration Attention! If you are already enrolled in the EDP Rock'n'Roll Madrid Maratón & ½, this promotion is for you. If you become a client of EDP, they will pay the registration fee for your bib number. To participate in this promotion, visit You can join more than 3 million people who already enjoy the best energy on the market, and you will be eligible for exclusive promotions for 'runners'. Hurry, you only have until April 29th to participate.

4 Important information for race day START TIMES Start time of the 10K: 8:30 am. Start time of Hand Bikes and Athletic Wheelchairs Marathon: 08:50 am. Start time of ½ MARATHON ELITE: 08:55 am. Start time of MARATHON ELITE: 09:00 am. Start time of the Marathon & 1/2 Marathon: 09:05 am. STARTING LOCATIONS Location of 42K: Pº de la Castellana between Ortega and Gassett and Marqués de Villamagna. Location of the 10K: Glorieta de Emilio Castelar. 42K 21K 10K RACE DAY TRANSPORTATION FOR RUNNERS AND SPECTATORS Madrid has one of the best public transport systems in Europe. To move between the most scenic points of the course and arrive on time to the start and finish line, we recommend using the METRO. Closest METRO stations: STARTING LINE Colón (L4) Rubén Darío (L5) FINISH LINE Atocha (L1) More information is available on: THE COURSE IMPORTANT: Through the following links you can find amongst other details- the points where the races separate, according to your distance. EDP Rock n Roll Madrid Maratón Course: EDP Rock n Roll Madrid ½ Maratón Course: EDP Rock n Roll Madrid 10K Course:

5 BAGGAGE CHECK / GEAR CHECK Participants registered in any of the three distances of the EDP Rock n Roll Madrid Marathon & ½ may use the baggage check service free of charge. Where is the Baggage Check located? The Baggage Check drop off and pick up is located in Paseo de Recoletos, near the finish line, approximately 1200 meters from the starting line (Paseo de la Castellana). BAGGAGE CHECK / GEAR CHECK AREA How and when can runners drop off their Official Gear Bags? When runners pick up their bib number at the Expo, they will also receive a numbered sticker that will match the bib number, and an Official Gear Bag. This bag must be used on race day to store personal items. The sticker should be placed on the indicated space on the Official Gear bag. The Gear Check service will be open on April 22nd from 7am until 15:30 pm, the same day. Each distance, Marathon, ½ Marathon, and 10k will have a different designated Baggage Check Area. Runners should drop off their bags at the TENTS corresponding to both their distance and the last digit of their bib number.

6 GEAR CHECK AREA FOR MARATHON Drop off Point 1: Bib numbers ending in 1 Drop off Point 2: Bib numbers ending in 2 Drop off Point 3: Bib numbers ending in 3 Drop off Point 4: Bib numbers ending in 4 Drop off Point 5: Bib numbers ending in 5 Drop off Point 6: Bib numbers ending in 6 Drop off Point 7: Bib numbers ending in 7 Drop off Point 8: Bib numbers ending in 8 Drop off Point 9: Bib numbers ending in 9 Drop off Point 0: Bib numbers ending in 0 GEAR CHECK CONSIGNE 1255 Gear Check Marathon sticker Example: Bib number 1255 (Marathon distance) should hand in their bag at the Marathon drop off point Nº 5. THERE ARE SEPARATE BAGGAGE CHECK AREAS FOR THE ½ MARATHON AND 10K. How can runners pick up their Bags after the race? Runners can pick up their bags in the same area where they dropped off their bags, according to their bib number and race distance. 42K The Baggage Check personnel will only accept the Official Bags provided by the organization. Do not leave valuable belongings in the bags. The organization is not responsible for any damaged, lost, or misplaced items. Unclaimed bags will remain in the custody of the organization for one week after the race at the MAPOMA offices (C/ Donoso Cortés Nº 54). After, the organization will give all bags to a selected Charity.

7 STARTING CORRALS Corral system The corral pens and starting assignments ensure an orderly start for participants of different paces. Based on the expected finishing time that was provided with your registration, you will be assigned with a race number and corral that corresponds with your estimated time of completion. Madrid features a mass start, all corrals start the race together. *Look at your race bib, it will have a box with the number of your corresponding corral. Course Time Limit To ensure the roads are open to traffic on time, the time limit for the Marathon is 6 hours: Half Marathon is 3 hours; 10K is 1 hour 30 minutes; Hand bike and wheelchair marathon time limit is 3 hours 30 minutes. All times are strictly enforced. The time limits start when the last participant and the tail vehicle cross the start line. If the pace of a participant is behind the official pace limit, they can: Increase their pace to stay within the time limit of the race. Get in the tail vehicle which will transport them to the finish line. PACERS Each race will have pacers with different race paces. According to their time they will be in different starting corrals. Pace Teams will always be visible for the runners that want to follow their pace. PACERS Times: Marathon: 3h/ 3h15min / 3h30min / 3h45min / 4h /4 h15min / 4h30min / 4h45min / 5h / 6h ½ Marathon: 1h30min / 1h40min / 1h50min / 2h / 2h15min 10K: 38min / 40min / 45min / 50min / 55min / 1h RACE NUMBER & TIMING CHIP The correct placement of the Race Number with the timing chip is very important. The timing chip is attached to the back of the Race Number. Do not remove it. The Race Number must be placed on your chest and nowhere else. Please don t bend or tamper with the bib before the race, and try to ensure that no device like a watch interferes with the bib when you cross the START or FINISH line. More information is available on the race website and at the Official Timer TIMERUNNERS MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IN THE RACE Run in a smart manner, maintaining a steady and aerobic pace. Run within your capabilities and slow down in the event of sudden fatigue. Before any negative symptoms appear, slow your pace or even stop. If there is no clear improvement, ask for help. There is medical assistance along the course of the EDP Rock n Roll Madrid Marathon & ½. If you can no longer continue, there will be several tail vehicles that can pick you up and take you to the finish line. Along the course there will be assistance provided by SAMUR-Protección Civil and skaters.

8 INSTRUCCIONES FINALES 2017 FINAL COURSE SUPPORT 10K 21K 42K WATER POWERADE BANANAS ENERGY GEL SUPPORT BAG W.C. MEDICAL SERVICES GEAR CHECK SHOWER 4, , , FINISH OFFICIAL SUPPORT EDP ROCK N ROLL MADRID MARATÓN & 1/2 ALCAMPO, Official Support of the EDP Rock n Roll Madrid Maratón & 1/2. OFFICIAL ENERGY DRINK EDP ROCK N ROLL MADRID MARATÓN & 1/2 POWERADE, Official Energy Drink of the EDP Rock n Roll Madrid Maratón & 1/2. OFFICIAL FRUIT EDP ROCK N ROLL MADRID MARATÓN & 1/2 PLÁTANO DE CANARIAS, Official Fruit of the EDP Rock n Roll Madrid Maratón & 1/2. OFFICIAL ENERGY GEL EDP ROCK N ROLL MADRID MARATÓN & 1/2 BIOFRUTAL,Official Energy Gel of the EDP Rock n Roll Madrid Maratón & 1/2. * The water will be expended in bottles * POWERADE will be expended in glasses, except in the Finish Line that will be expended in bottles.

9 FINISH LINE Secure Zone Once you have crossed the finish line, you will enter the Secure Zone, a closed off area designed exclusively for participants (It is advised not to enter the secure zone with minors) People WITHOUT A RACE NUMBER OR WITH AN UNOFFICAL RACE BIB will be REMOVED by security personnel before they access the secure zone. Inside this zone, there will be food and beverages; also you will receive your FINISHER Medal (Once the volunteers have verified the authenticity of your 2018 Race Bib). Once you have left the Secure Zone you will not be able to return under any circumstances. Before leaving the Secure Zone, you will collect your bag from Gear Check.

10 MEDAL ENGRAVING If you have pre-paid for the medal engraving service during registration, you will find the medal engraving stand in the secure zone after refreshment area. Runners also have an opportunity to pre-pay for medal engraving at the Expo at the TodoTrofeo s stand for only 5. The race day medal engraving fee is 10, cash only, at the finish line. NOVOTEL MEETING POINTS This year there will be a new service in use that should serve to create an even better experience for the runners at the hands of Novotel Madrid Center: Novotel Meeting Points. Some meeting points where participants can stay with friends, family, or other runners before, during, and after the race. These three points can be differentiated by color: The White Meeting Point situated at Plaza de la Lealtad, the Blue Meeting Point in front of the Palacio de Cibeles, and the Yellow Meeting Point at Paceo de Recoletos. There, runners will be able to make free calls via the cell phones that Novotel Madrid Center will make available to them. The Novotel Meeting Points will be easily locatable thanks to the installation of of large globes that will be floating around them with their identifying colors. RESULTS Important information for after the race Through the web page runners can download the Official Finisher Certificate of the EDP Rock n Roll Madrid Marathon & ½; the certificate will include your name, time and official ranking by categories. The provisional results will be published on the official website at 19:00 on Sunday the 22nd of April. If you need to request a change of your of time, you must use the form on the website. The results will be official two weeks after the race. Find the results webpage of the EDP Rock n Roll Madrid Marathon & ½: MARATHONFOTO-OFFICIAL PHOTOS After the race visit the MarathonFoto website, select the name of the event EDP Rock 'n' Roll Madrid Marathon & ½ and enter your race number to see your photos. Runner photos are normally posted within two days after the event:

11 SOCIAL MEDIA Keep updated on all news from EDP Rock n Roll Madrid Marathon & ½ and join our community in the HASHTAG #EdpRNRMadrid: Facebook Twitter Blog Oficial Follow the race live on the TV Channel TELEDEPORTE and by streaming it on the official website of RTVE and through the Official APP Download the official APP of the EDP Rock n Roll Madrid Maratón & ½ and track your favorite runner. For any queries, runners can contact the organization Monday to Thursday from 9:30 to 14:00 and 15:30 to 19:00 at or at inscripciones@mapoma.es

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