FAQ
Questions About Recording Distance (Tracking Mileage/Kilometers)
Q: Do I have to run 5 miles each day, or can I break it up and run more on the weekends?
A: You can run, walk, bike, swim, or paddle as much or as little as you want on a given day for either race. In order to earn your finisher's medal, you'll have to finish by September 6, 2021 for any race.
Q: Do I have to run the whole way?
A: No. You can run or walk.
Q: Do I need a GPS watch/tracker, or Strava? Will I need to show my watch or device for proof of running?
A: You can use one if you wish, but you don't need one. You are on the Honor System. There are no additional awards given for running faster.
Q: Do treadmill miles count? What about Trail miles?
A: Yes for treadmills. Yes for Trail miles.
Q: Do elliptical miles count?
A: Yes
Q: I'm running in another race during the same period as Summer Challenge. Can I count those miles during the summer challenge?
A: Yes.
Q: If I register after the race starts on May 31, can I include my back mileage to May 31?
A: NO. If you register before or on May 31, your mileage begins on May 31 If you register after May 31, your mileage begins on the date you register.
Q: How will I report my miles?
A: Refer to the "LOG MY MILES FAQ" section for full details.
Q: Why does the day-by-day distance on the map show only whole numbers?
A: Only whole numbers are shown on the map's day-by-day in order to save needed space. Enter distance up to two decimals and the system will retain it., and your total distance shown will equal your totals that you entered.
Q: Which miles/kilometers count?
A: This should only be the distances you cover when you actually go out to run, walk or bike... and yes, treadmill miles will count as well... and yes, elliptical machines are approved.
Questions About the Race and Swag
Q: Can we have a relay team?
A: On the O'side to Sequoia and O'side to Lake Tahoe challenges, you can form or join a team. The O'side to Sequoia has a limit of 3 team members and the O'side to Lake Tahoe challenge has a limit of 5 people. More information about joining or creating a team can be found here.
Q: What swag to we receive when we finish?
A: O'side Turkey Trot technical running hat, finisher medal and Running Across California car magnet
Q: Can I register after May 31?
A: You can register as soon as registration opens, but you'll still need to finish by Sept. 6th.
Q: What do the hats and medals look like?
See below. Extra bonus running buff to first 100 people. All items shipped together when you finish.
Q: Where is my bib and how can I print it out?
A: You'll get an email just after you register. Your bib number will be assigned and is ready for printing at home or office It's usually pretty quick!
Q: Can I change my zip, address, name, etc.
A: Yes, you can edit your registration information. Here is a guide on making these changes.
Q: I live outside of the United States, can I still participate?
A: Because of our tracking software, we can only allow US participants.
