REGULATION AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION

SUNDAY 15 DECEMBER 2024

PISA

START AT 9.00 AM

FIDAL RACE 21,095 KM

17st edition

 RULES AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Distance: 21.097 km
Date and Time:
The race, both competitive and non-competitive, will take place on Sunday, December 15, 2024, on a course measured by AIMS-World Athletics and FIDAL, with the start at 9:00 AM.

Participation and Registration
According to the “Rules for Organizing Non-Stadia Events” issued by FIDAL, athletes registered in Italy may participate from the age of 18 (age in years) and must meet one of the following requirements:

• Athletes registered for 2024 with FIDAL-affiliated clubs
• Italian and foreign athletes with a valid Runcard (serving as insurance and competition permit), or athletes registered with a Sports Promotion Organization (Athletics Section) and in possession of a Runcard-EPS, from the age of 20, with a medical certificate for competitive athletics, valid at the time of the race. This certificate must be provided to the organizing clubs, even digitally.
• Italian/foreign athletes not registered in Italy but holding a membership card from a World Athletics-recognized foreign athletics federation. At the time of registration, they must alternatively present a self-certification of possession of a valid World Athletics card, which must be signed in original when picking up the bib.
• Foreign athletes NOT REGISTERED who participate only in the Tourist/Sportive mode. These foreign athletes will be insured by the organization upon signing a release form, will enjoy all services, but will be excluded from the rankings and any prize money or material prizes.

What you need to register:

• Registration form
• Payment
• FIDAL membership card, World Athletics foreign membership card, or EPS membership card and Runcard EPS or RunCard, and a valid medical certificate for competitive athletics.

How to register:

• Exclusively online via the website https://www.maratonadipisa.com/
  Registrations without payment receipt or for athletes who are not registered will not be accepted.
  2024 Half Marathon fees: Available directly on the participation form https://www.maratonadipisa.com/iscriviti/costi/
  The organization reserves the right to temporarily suspend or close registrations early upon reaching the maximum limit to ensure all services are available.
  A maximum of 4,000 athletes will be accepted (2,000 for the Marathon and 2,000 for the Half Marathon).
  Any announcements will be posted on the official website: www.maratonadipisa.com.

No Participation and Refund Policy
If an athlete is unable to participate in the event, the registration fee will not be refunded under any circumstances. However, athletes unable to participate will have two alternatives, which must be communicated to the organization no later than December 11, 2024:

• Transfer the registration to the 2025 Pisa Half Marathon upon payment of a €10.00 administrative fee at the time of the new registration.
• The registration transfer can only be done once.
• Transfer the registration to another person with a €10.00 administrative fee and return of the confirmation email received. The person taking the place of the registered athlete must complete a new registration form, providing personal information, membership details, and medical certificate. A new bib number will be assigned, and access to the starting area will be granted based on availability.
  The registration transfer to another person is only possible for the 2024 edition and can be done only once.
  In case of cancellation due to force majeure, registrations can be transferred to the next three editions, provided all documentation is updated. Transfer to another person is also possible with a €10.00 fee.

Pick-up of Race Bib and Race Kit
Athletes can pick up their bibs on:

• Friday, December 13, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• Saturday, December 14, from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  at the Expo Maratona Village, Palazzo Gambacorti (Pisa City Hall), Piazza XX Settembre 1, Pisa.
  To collect your bib, you will need to present your ID and any required documentation (sports card, Runcard, valid medical certificate).
  It will be possible to collect a race bib and kit for ONE other participant with a signed authorization and a copy of their ID. No one can collect more than one bib with an authorization.

Services
All registered athletes will receive a race kit, aid stations, medical assistance, finisher medal, downloadable diploma, and timing with their finishing position. Only athletes with valid FIDAL membership and foreign athletes with World Athletics registration will be eligible for prize money.

Start
The meeting point for the start is at 8:00 AM in Largo Cocco Griffi.
The race starts at 9:00 AM.
Entrance to the starting pens is allowed from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM. Latecomers will be directed to start from the last pen.
All athletes must be inside their assigned pens by 8:45 AM.
Latecomers can start from a pen further back, but once inside a pen, athletes cannot exit.
Schedules may change based on safety and police regulations.

Race Bib
The race bib is personal and cannot be transferred to another athlete, under penalty of disqualification.
The bib must be worn visibly on the front of the shirt during the race. The bib must not be obscured under any circumstances, or the athlete may be disqualified.

Time Limit
The time limit to complete the 21.097 km is 6 hours and 30 minutes. Athletes running at a pace of more than 8’30” per km must comply with road traffic rules.

Timing and Chip
The timing service will be provided by Evodata using a MyLaps microchip attached to the race bib, which records the athlete’s official time. The chip is personal and cannot be exchanged.
The “Real time” will start when crossing the starting line and finish when crossing the finish line. Official rankings will be confirmed by the Technical Judge and Appeal Judge.
The bib and MyLaps sensor must not be removed under any circumstances; doing so will result in exclusion from the results.

Bag Drop
The bag drop will be located in Via Duomo, with dedicated spaces based on bib numbers, starting at 7:00 AM. Bags must have the bib number sticker provided at the Expo. The bag drop closes at 8:30 AM.

Prize Money for Half Marathon
General Prizes

• 1st Place: €300
• 2nd Place: €200
• 3rd Place: €150
  Italian Athlete Bonus (for men and women):
• 1st: €80
• 2nd: €60
• 3rd: €40

Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 men and women overall according to official time. The prizes are not monetary. No prizes are provided for categories.

Image Rights and Personal Data Authorization
By signing the registration form for the Pisa Marathon and Pisanina Half Marathon, athletes grant the organization permission to use their images (photos and/or videos) for promotional and advertising purposes worldwide and without territorial limits.

Liability Declaration
By signing the registration form, the athlete declares to be fully aware of and accepts the regulations of the XVII Pisa Half Marathon, and agrees to release the organizers from any civil or criminal liability for any injury or damage caused by or to the athlete.

Final Warnings
The organizers reserve the right to modify and update the regulations at any time, in agreement with the FIDAL National Committee, to improve the event, especially in the presence of other events. Any changes will be communicated to registered athletes via email or posted on the official website www.maratonadipisa.com.

Schedule Overview

• Friday, December 13: Expo Maratona (12:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
• Saturday, December 14: Expo Maratona (10:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
• Sunday, December 15:
  • 7:00 AM: Bag drop opens
  • 9:00 AM: Race starts
  • 11:30 AM: Prize ceremony begins
  • 3:30 PM: Time limit (6 hours and 30 minutes) ends

Course Information
The athletes will follow the FIDAL and AIMS-IAAF certified course. The course will be entirely on asphalt and will include aid stations every 5 km. Athletes are strictly prohibited from receiving assistance along the course outside of the official aid stations. Unauthorized persons (without a race bib) are also prohibited from being on the course.

Complaints
Any complaints should be submitted to the organizers in accordance with the applicable regulations.

Organizing Committee:
1063AD SSDARL
Simone Ferrisi, President of 1063AD