Frequently Asked Questions

What is chip timing?

 

Chip Timing is an electronic way to time your race.  Athletes wear a small chip that records their time as they cross designated timing mats throughout the race and at the finish line.  This information is fed into our laptops and race software so that we can produce accurate and quick results.

 

What are the advantages to chip timing?

 

There are many advantages to using chip timing at a race.  Among them include:

· Accuracy. 

· Less manual work.  Since the race is timed electronically, there is far less work to be done by hand.  You do not need to provide a finish line staff to mark the finish time of each participant, collect bib numbers, keep people in order down a chute, etc.

· Speed of results.  The results of races with multiple split points can be tabulated while the race is in progress.  Additionally final results are available as soon as the last athlete finishes.  Your athletes will not be kept waiting around long for your awards ceremony.

 

When do you arrive at the race site?

 

We will arrive at your race approximately 2 hours before the start.  During this time we will:

· Provide the numbered chips to your volunteers for distribution.

· Enter race day registrants into our timing system.

· Lay our timing mats at the finish line at other timing points as applicable.

· Set up the finishing line area.  For all races we provide a highly visible finish line banner, a finish line clock, and a finish line chute.  All of this is provided at no additional charge for every race that we time.

· Test our timing equipment to ensure it is all working by the start of your race.

 

You provide a finishing line banner, clock, and chute for no charge?

 

Correct!  We take care of your finish line for you!  You have many more other things to worry about, right?

 

Do I need to provide electrical power for your timing mats?

 

No.  Our timing mats are equipped to run from battery.  You do not need to supply electrical power to us.

 

How much will it cost for It’s Race Time to time my race?

 

Probably less than you think.  We pride ourselves in providing top notch service and accurate results in a timely fashion.  We typically charge a price per registered athlete.  However, we can also arrange a flat price for your race if that will work better for your budget.  But most importantly, we do not have a minimum price.  Contact Us so we can discuss your race.

 

How many volunteers do I need to provide?

 

We ask that you provide two volunteers to hand out chips before the race.  Additionally, we will need two volunteers to assist with chip collection at the finish line.

 

Do you post results at the race site?

 

Of course.  We will post preliminary results after 50-75% of your athletes have finished.  After all of the athletes are in we will post final results and hand a copy to the race director or MC so they can begin the awards ceremony.

 

Are the race results posted online?

 

Yes.  We post results on our website the same day as your race.  Often we can have the results within an hour after the conclusion of your race.

 

How does It’s Race Time “give back”?

 

Through our Club Giveback Program, we give money to local triathlon and running clubs annually.  Please visit the Club Giveback Program page to learn more about this unique benefit.

 

I’m organizing a first-time event.  How am I going to be able to afford chip timing?

 

The good news is that you can afford to furnish your event with chip timing.  We know that chip timing will give your race a professional feel and keep racers coming back for years to come.  Therefore we do not charge a minimum price to time a race.  Only have 100 participants?  That’s OK, we’ll only charge you for 100.  Bottom line, we want your first-time event to be a success.

 

Wait… I have another question.

 

No problem, contact us by phone or email.  We’d be glad to answer any of your questions.

 

 

It’s Race Time

Providing reliable, affordable chip timing to races.