Pacings Rules and Bandits!
Pacing & Bandit Policy for Our Events
To keep our races safe and fair, we have rules for pacing and unregistered participants. Here’s what you need to know:
- No Unregistered Pacers: If you’re a registered runner being paced by someone who hasn’t paid to participate, you will be disqualified, and the unregistered pacer will be asked to leave the course. They may also receive an invoice for their participation.
Guides for Athletes with Disabilities: We’re committed to making our races accessible. If you’re pacing or guiding an athlete with a disability, please reach out to us in advance. We’ll work with you to approve guides on a case-by-case basis. - Everyone on Course Needs a Bib & Waiver: For safety and accountability, all participants (whether pacing or racing) must have an assigned bib and signed waiver—NO EXCEPTIONS! If you’d like to pace a friend, spouse, or child, you must register and pay to join them. If a non-paid runner has a medical emergency, we have no way of identifying them or notifying emergency contacts, which creates serious liability risks. JUST DON'T DO IT!
- Race Bandits Policy: Anyone running part or all of the course without a registration and bib is considered a "race bandit." We know some people think, “I don’t need a shirt or medal, so why pay?” The registration fee covers much more than these items—it funds the entire race experience, from course marking and volunteer coordination to hiring medics, announcers, and police. If you are caught, you will be banned from future FloDash Events races.
- No Unauthorized Pacers on Vehicles: Any pacers using scooters, bikes, or motorbikes must receive clearance from us before race day. This is for the safety of all participants and to ensure we know who is on the course at all times. Unauthorized vehicles will be asked to leave the course.
Thank you for respecting these rules and helping us maintain a safe, fun, and fair race for all participants!
