Race FAQs

"I want to switch races. How can I change my registration?"

You can switch races any time before the City of Oaks event. Contact to request the change. There is no fee to change your event from the full marathon to the half marathon. However, you will be charged the difference in race fees (a difference of $20) to switch from the half to the full marathon.

If you wish to switch from the half to the full marathon on the day of the race, you will need to pay the $20 difference with either cash or a personal check made payable to City of Oaks Marathon. Please have your payment ready on race day.

"I have purchased tickets for the pasta dinner. When will I receive the tickets?"

The pasta dinner will feature "ticketless" registration. Your dinner registration will be on file at the door, and ticket holders need only provide their names in order to gain admission to the dinner.

"I am participating in the race, and I'm interested in leading a pace group. Whom should I contact for more information?"

To volunteer as a pace group leader, contact the Race Committee at .

"Why Ultima?": The Energy Drink That Rises Above

Ultima Replenisher is vastly different from the common sports drinks of today. There are no blue colors, no high-tech flavors, and no sugar. Rather than a large amount of highly processed carbohydrates, Ultima contains only three grams per 8- to 12-ounce serving. Ultima is formulated by runners for runners with the main goal being quick absorption of the macro-essential (calcium, chloride, magnesium, potassium, and sodium) and micro-essential (selenium, zinc, and phosphorus) electrolytes in a balance that works.

Carbohydrates require digestion, and this in turn requires time, energy, and water. Ultima tested the absorption of its balance of electrolytes with varying amounts of complex carbohydrates and found three grams to be the optimal amount to carry the electrolytes yet still have minimal glycemic impact and allow for rapid absorption. The benefits are readily noticeable: no stomach upset and stronger legs for a longer period of time, without cramping. Ultima is ideal before, during, and after running.

"But I need carbs." Ultima agrees. However, Ultima recommends getting carbs from real foods—which contain nutrients the body needs with carbohydrates. Ultima acknowledges that, on the long run, real food is not always a practical option and recognizes the benefits of gels and other sports nutritional food alternatives. Ultima is compatible with these gels, but Ultima suggests using only products with natural ingredients and never artificial flavors, colors or sweeteners, which can cause stomach upset.

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