FAQ

Can I sign up with a team?

Yes! To sign up as a team, have one person on your team (Team Captain) follow these steps (your entire team does not need to sign up together under one order):

1. Click Register.
2. Click I want to Register as a Team Member, then click Register once more.
3. Click Create Your Team, type in your preferred Team Name, then click Create A Team.
4. Proceed to checkout as normal and choose your package.

*After a team is created, each Team Member will then be able register as a team member by typing in the team’s name under Join The Team on the next page of registration.

Can I sign up after the challenge starts?

Yes, you can join the fun at any time! 

How do I find my bib number?

Look up your bib number HERE by entering your Eventbrite order number that was emailed to you upon signing up. If you can not find this email, login in to Eventbrite to view your order number under Tickets.

How and when do I submit my results?

Submit your results HERE with your bib number before December 25 at 11:59PM PST to be included on the Leaderboard.

• Manually enter your time or choose to verify your results by using Strava (optional). Sign up for Strava HERE and join the Easy Day Sports club!
• If you participate in more than one distance, please submit this form more than once for each distance.
• There will be no late results- if you forget to post your results, don’t worry, this will not affect your ability to earn your finisher medal!
• Tag @EasyDaySports and @kpsandiegocounty and post your photos!

How do I verify my results?

Review our Leaderboard How to Guide Here. 

What is ‘Net’ Time?

A User’s Net time is the time for the race distance after deducting for excess distance completed in order to match the race distance. This is calculated by Average Pace multiplied by the listed Race Distance.

• Most users will not stop their gps device at exactly same distance as the race distance.
• Example: Assume the race distance is 3 miles. The runner runs 3.1 miles in a total time of 31 minutes. The runner’s average pace would be 10/min per mile and the “net” 3-mile time would be 30 minutes. This is the time that will be posted on the leaderboard.
• For a race result time to count, the user must run the at least the distance of the event or farther.
• In this way, if an athlete chooses to run many miles farther than that day’s distance, the activity can still be submitted. The 3-mile time will be calculated based on average pace for the entire work-out submitted.

What are some tips for submitting a fast time for my virtual race?

• If you are new to Strava, check out the Strava Getting Started Guide
• If you already have a GPS watch and don’t want to run with your phone view the List of Devices that sync with Strava.
• Record a test Strava activity and get familiar with the recording and upload process –for iPhone or Android
• Give your phone (or other GPS devices) time to acquire a solid GPS connection.
• To ensure you meet the Challenge or Race goal, we recommend you run a small amount over the required distance-(at least 0.05 miles). GPS isn’t perfect so this will help accommodate data inaccuracies.
• If you warm-up or cool-down after your virtual race, record these as separate work-out activities on Strava. Remember -All time recorded for a Strava activity counts towards calculating your “net” race time.

When will I receive my items?

Packages for the 12ks of Christmas will begin shipping the week of December 13th.

Will I receive my medal if I miss a day or register late?

Yes! For any paid entry you will receive your items by mail no matter what. 

Can I run more than the daily distance?

Of course, but please only submit your time recorded for the daily distance (1 upload/day) so that our Leaderboard stays consistent!

I don’t live in the United States. Can I still participate?

Yes, however any international registrations will require the “international shipping” add-on ($20) at check out. If the additional “international shipping” add-on is not included, we will not be able to send your items.

Can you recommend a route?

The best routes are going to be the ones you know! If you don’t know any, find a bike path or nearby street and run out and back, as that may be easiest. Be aware of local restrictions in public spaces. Join the Easy Day Strava Run Club for local recommendations in San Diego.