13 RACE DAY ETIQUETTE START LINE Arrive to the Start Line at least 20 minutes prior to event start time. Be mindful of your competitors and give each other space where possible. Remember, your timing chip activates as you run through the start arch so the minutes it takes to get there won’t matter! NOT PERMITTED Strictly no bikes, skateboards, rollerblades/skates, scooters, or pets are permitted in any event. FINISH LINE Although you will want to celebrate, there will be competitors coming in right behind you so keep moving through the Finish Line. Follow the arena exit gates to drinks stations and your well earned medal, then exit the venue to celebrate in style in the event village. TOILETS Toilets are available within Gate 2, Gate 2, Gate 7, Within Yarra Park, on route to Start Line and at the Start LineThere will also be toilets located on course at various drink stations. Strictly no public urination. HEADPHONES Running with headphones is allowed but discouraged. If you must run to music, use just one earbud and keep the volume low. You need to be aware of what’s going on around you, including other competitors, marshals, and volunteers. DRINK STATIONS There is plenty of water and Gatorade for everyone. Instead of diving for the first cup you see, skip the first tables, which are likely to be the most crowded. Make eye contact with the volunteer to alert them that you are going to be taking their cup. Take your drink and exit cautiously. Once finished, please put your empty cup in the dedicated bins. GEL DROP ZONES Maurten HydroGel Stations on course for Marathon at Drink Stations 3 (11.2km) and 2A (29.5KM), and Half Marathon at Drink Station 3 (11.2km) Littering the course with gels is strictly prohibited. Please hold onto gels and dispose only at the dedicated ‘Gel Litter’ zones or drink station locations
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