The 32nd Stockholm Marathon will take place at 14.00 on Saturday 5 June. Entries from a record number of 20 136 runners have been accepted. The Stockholm Marathon course has been adjusted for this year’s race so that there are wider roads at the early stage of the course and less congestion when the runners on the first lap are overtaken by those on the second lap. However, the course still keeps its character.
All entered runners will receive their registration card and race information by post in early May. Your start number is printed on the registration card.
Here you will find important information about the race. Please read carefully.
Registration
Registration and Runners Expo will be held at Danicahallen at “Östermalms IP” (see map), 500 metres from the 1912 Olympic Stadium. The entrance is on the street ”Lidingövägen” which runs alongside the Olympic Stadium (see map). Registration and the Runners Expo, with many running related exhibitor stands, will be open on Thursday 3 June from 15.00 to 20.00, Friday 4 June from 10.00 to 20.00 and on Saturday 5 June from 09.00 to 12.30. At the registration you will get your race number. During the race, your number bib must be clearly visible on your chest. On the number bib the letter A, B, C, D, E or F is printed. The letter indicates in which group you will start. It is, of course, forbidden for runners to give their race number to another runner. Please complete the information on the reverse side of the number bib.
The best way of getting to and from the registration and start/finish at the Olympic Stadium is by underground train (”T-banan”). You get off at the station ”Stadion”. On raceday Saturday 5 June you just show your number bib or registration card when you enter the underground, a local bus or local train and transport is free, courtesy of SL, the local public transport company.
Champion Chip
At the registration you will receive your Champion Chip which will be used to record your time during the race. See information here.
Before the start
”Östermalms IP”, where all runners assemble before the start, is open from 9.00 on Saturday 5 June.
Changing rooms
A limited number of changing rooms are available:
The male and female seeded elite runners in group A can use the changing rooms at the Olympic Stadium.
Male runners in group B can use changing rooms at ”Idrottshögskolan”, between the Olympic Stadium and “Östermalms IP”.
All other male and female runners can use changing rooms/tents at ”Östermalms IP”. All changing rooms are open from 10.00 to 21.00 on race day. Do not leave any valuables in the changing rooms!
Clothing
You are advised to place your track suit or any other clothing in specially designated areas at ”Östermalms IP”. Place your clothing in the plastic bag/rucksack you get at the registration. On this bag, please stick the adhesive label, marked with your name and start number, which you get with your number bib. Leave the bag in the designated area not later than 13.30. Please show your number bib when you collect your clothing after the race. Do not leave any valuables in the bag!
Safety deposit service
For safe keeping of your valuables we advise you to hand them in at the safety deposit service at ”Östermalms IP”. You will receive a smaller label for this when you get your number bib. You must present your number bib, when you reclaim your valuables after the race.
To the start
Each group has its own start pen on the street ”Lidingövägen”. From 13.15 you may walk from ”Östermalms IP” to your group?s start pen. There are two exits from ”Östermalms IP” to the start. Each exit is clearly marked with the letters of the start groups which use the respective exit. The short walk from ”Östermalms IP” to ”Lidingövägen” is also marked with the letter of your start group. Race officials are at the entrance of each start pen at “Lidingövägen” to ensure that runners are in the correct group. You must be in your start pen no later than 13.45. At each start pen there will be water on the right side of the street and toilets on both sides.
The start
The race starts at 14.00 on ”Lidingövägen”, a street which runs alongside ”Östermalms IP” (see map).Runners are divided into six start groups according to previous marathon results. The letter on your number bib shows your start group.
Group A: Seeded elite runners, men with numbers 1–100 and women with K1–K100 starts first.
Group B: Men with numbers 101–400 and 15001–15500.
Group C: Men with numbers 401–2500 and 16001–17000 plus women with numbers K101–K250 and K5001–K5500.
Group D: Men with numbers 2501–5500 and 17001–18000 plus women with numbers K251–K800 and K5501–K6000.
Group E: Men with numbers 5501–8600 and 18001 and higher numbers plus women with numbers K801–K2000 and K6001 and higher numbers.
Group F: Men with numbers 8601– 15000 and women with numbers K2001–K5000.
Runners who finished the 2009 Stockholm Marathon have been allocated the same start number as their place in last years marathon. Runners who did not run the 2009 Stockholm Marathon have been allocated start numbers according to previous results in races. You will find your start number here.
The course
The course is two laps through the central parts of Stockholm. The course is 42 195 metres. Note that the two laps are not identical. The first lap is 17 kilometres, the second lap 25 kilometres. Each kilometre is indicated by a km-sign. To avoid problems when the top runners lap the slower runners , runners on lap one must keep to the right. Runners on lap two keep to the left! Runners must follow instructions from the police and race officials along the course.
Refreshment stations
Refreshment stations are positioned about every third kilometre (about every 2 miles) along the route. The first lap has 6 stations and the second lap 10 stations. See map. At three refreshment stations (3 km, 16 km and 41 km) only water is served. At all other refreshment stations the sport energy drink Maxim Electrolyte Orange & Lemon flavour is served on the first set of tables. On the second set of tables, water is served.
Environmentally friendley
All cups used during the race are compostable and will be collected in compostable bags. The official waste disposal company Ragn-Sells will collect and ensure that all cups are composted. Large trash bags for used cups will be placed after the refreshment stations. Please leave your cups here.
Extra energy
There will be energy stations along the course provided by race sponsors. Pickled gherkins from Brinks (17 km), Maxim energy bars (28 km), Knorr vegetable stock (32 km), a cola soft drink (36 km) and Dextro Energy dextrose (39 km) are provided at these extra stations. At three of the refreshment stations you can also pick up Chiquita bananas (20, 32 and 37 km).
Sponge
At the registration you get a sponge. You can keep this sponge during the race and use it to refresh yourself at the sponge stations that are at each refreshment station. After the race, please put your sponge in the large barrels that are placed after the finish line.
Shower stations
Shower stations will be located along the course.
Toilets
Toilet facilities are situated at ”Östermalms IP”, the start area and at each refreshment station.
Non finishers
If you decide not to finish the race, please report to the nearest refreshment station or to the Information centre at ”Östermalms IP”. You must return your Champion Chip to an official. Free transportation will be provided by Taxi Stockholm from the refreshment stations to the finish area for non-finishers.
Intermediate times
Intermediate times are shown on digital clocks positioned along the route at 5 kilometres, 10 kilometres, 15 kilometres, 20 kilometres, 21.1 kilometres (halfway), 25 kilometres, 30 kilometres, 35 kilometres and 40 kilometres. At these points your individual intermediate times are recorded.
Maximum running time
The maximum running times 6 hours, which means that the finish will be closed at 20.00. Three check points along the course must be passed by a certain time.
The first point is located at 21.1 kilometres at “Gärdet” and will be closed at 17.00.
The second point, at 28 kilometres at “Strandvägen”, will be closed at 18.00.
The third, at 32 kilometres at ”Söder Mälarstrand” will be closed at 18.35. Runners who do not reach the second and third check points in time will be provided with transportation to ”Östermalms IP”.
Medical personnel
Medical personnel will be in attendance at the start and finish areas and at each refreshment station along the course. The medical personnel are authorised to order exhausted or injured runners to drop out.
The finish
The race will finish in the 1912 Olympic Stadium where no less than 83 officially recognised world records in track and field have been set.
The medal
Each runner who finishes the race in less than 6 hours will receive the unique 2010 Stockholm Marathon medal.
Post race service
After finishing the race you will be given a bottle of mineral water just outside the Olympic Stadium. Then please proceed to ”Östermalms IP” (about 300 metres from the finish) where you will find the post race service offering water, soft drinks, coffee, snacks, fruit, hot dogs, recovery drinks, etc. There will also be a massage service for tired muscles.
Return your chip
At ”Östermalms IP” you must return your Champion Chip. Then you will receive the 2010 Stockholm Marathon finisher?s T-shirt and your goodie bag. If you do not finish, leave your chip in the Information centre at ”Östermalms IP” or mail it to: Stockholm Marathon, Box 10023, 100 55 Stockholm, Sweden.
Results
Within 15 minutes from your finish you can find your preliminary result on this web site. The official results will be on the website a few days after the race.
Age categories
The 2010 Stockholm Marathon includes the following age categories for men and women: Open (born 1971–92), 40 plus (born 1966–70), 45 plus (born 1961–65), 50 plus (born 1956–60), 55 plus (born 1951– 55), 60 plus (born 1946 – 50) and 65 plus (born 1945 or earlier).
Special achievement awards
Runners who have completed Stockholm Marathon five times are awarded a diploma. After ten races a commemorative medal is presented. Diplomas are also awarded after 15 and 20 finishes. After finishing 25 times the honorary medal is awarded. The medal or diploma will be sent to you in July.
Souvenirs
Stockholm Marathon T-shirts, sweat suits, sweat shirts etc. will be sold at the registration.
Rules
The Stockholm Marathon is conducted in accordance with the rules laid down by the Swedish Athletic Association and by the IAAF (International Association of Athletics Federations).
Minimum age
Minimum age is 18 years (born 1992 or earlier).
Course certification
Course certification has been made by AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Road Races) course measurer Hugh Jones.
Insurance
You participate at your own risk. All runners are however insured against accidents which might occur during the race. For information, please contact the Stockholm Marathon office.
Important to drink
The average temperature in Stockholm at this time of the year is 18 degrees C or 57 degrees Fahrenheit. The weather might however be much warmer sometimes. In case of sunshine and high temperatures be sure to drink enough before, during and after the race. The effects of dehydration are magnified on a hot day!
Further information
Please contact the Stockholm Marathon Office. E-mail: info@stockholmmarathon.se Phone: +46–8 545 66 440. (If you call from Sweden dial 08–545 66 440).
Finale note
Take it easy! Remember that running 42 195 metres on hard pavement is demanding. Do not start unless you are entirely healthy. If you are uncertain please contact our medical team at the registration. Remember that there is no reason for embarrassment if you cannot finish the race. Anyone can have an unlucky day. Good luck in the 2010 Stockholm Marathon!
Organisers
The Stockholm Marathon is organised by athletic clubs Hässelby SK and Spårvägens FK. The race is presented by SJ (Swedish Railways). The race is sanctioned by AIMS (Association of International Marathons) and the Swedish Athletic Association.
Official sponsors:
Asics Stockholm Marathon. E-mail: info@marathon.se Phone: +46 (0)8-545 664 40, Fax: +46 (0)8-664 38 22
Office open 9-12, 13-17. Address: Stockholm Marathon, Box 10023, SE-100 55 Stockholm, Sweden
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