Registration & Lottery

When do lottery emails usually hit?

Lottery vs charity: what do runners actually do after a rejection?

How easy is it to defer to next year?

How much does a deferral actually cost?

Charity & Fundraising

What are typical fundraising minimums for charity bibs?

Do higher minimums really buy better race day perks?

What do charity tents actually include?

Will charities pay my race entry fee?

What should I look for when choosing a charity team?

Can charity runners defer their spot?

Is there any paid VIP option if my charity has no tent?

Hotels & Where To Stay

Best hotel location for race weekend

Is staying downtown really worth the cost?

Expo Timing & Logistics

Is the expo less chaotic on Thursday?

How long will I spend at the expo?

What if I want fewer crowds at the expo but Friday works better?

Course, GPS, and Pacing

Will my watch GPS be wrong downtown? What should I do?

How do people manage manual laps if they miss a marker?

Race Day Gear & Small Hacks

What should I wear in the corral and at the start?

Any other small tips that make race morning easier?

Boston Qualifying

Is Chicago a Boston qualifier?