COMMON QUESTIONS

Q: Do I need to be in good shape?
A: The City Chase combines a variety of mental and physical challenges. If you come to a ChasePoint that is too challenging, you always have the option of looking for another one. Teams must complete only 10 of 12-15 ChasePoints. Most of the physical demands of the event will be travelling between ChasePoints. Some teams choose to run, others walk, and some plan their route strategically in order to utilize as much public transit as possible.

Q: How well do I need to know the city?
A: It's a benefit, but it's also expected that you'll learn on the fly. A smart team with a good map and a working knowledge of the transit system will certainly compete for the crown.

Q: What is The City Chase "Shake-5"?
A: Think about it as a combination of your typical hand shake and a high-5. The "Shake-5" is often used by participants in every City Chase event as a greeting, a sign of encouragement, and a way of saying thank you, with other teams, staff and volunteers, and even total strangers who are encountered throughout the day.








WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
Identification: You don't want someone else walking away with your race packet.

Water: There are no water stations on the course because there's no set course.

Energy Bars: In case you get hungry on the course. You never know what kind of food we are going to provide, or not!

Detailed Map: A map with a street finder would be handy.

Transit Book/Schedule: Good to know how to get from point A to point B in the fastest time

Spare Cash: For lunch, snacks, stuff ...

Paper and Pen: In case you need to write something down along the way.

Mobile Phone: This could come in handy for so many reasons ... bring one if you can!

HOW TO PREPARE FOR RACE DAY

Get a good night's sleep on Thursday and Friday.

Eat a good breakfast on Saturday morning.

Give yourself plenty of time to get to the event headquarters on Saturday morning.

Bring the recommended items with you to race.

Be open-minded and have a sense of humour.

CHASEPOINTS
Q: Is there a preset course that participants need to follow in The City Chase?
A: No. Teams are free to chart their own course between ChasePoints throughout the event. In fact, in order to miss delays at busy ChasePoints close to the Start Line, some teams opt to go to the furthest one and work their way back.

Q: How do I find out the exact location of each ChasePoint?
A: Each team will be given a Clue Sheet describing the list of the ChasePoints near the start of the event. The list will provide you with the exact location of some of the ChasePoints while providing only puzzles or clues or equations that will lead you to others.

Q: What happens if there is a line up?
A: It is very common to be faced with line-ups in every day urban life and it is no different in this event. With hundreds of teams hitting the city at once, line-ups are inevitable. Plan your route carefully and remember … you always have the option to move on to the next ChasePoint.

Q: What happens if I can't find a ChasePoint?
A: Keep looking. Be resourceful. Call for help. Ask other teams for support. If you're still stuck, you can always move on to find another ChasePoint ... you only need to complete 10 out of 12-15.

Q: Do we have to eat any gross food? Do I have to touch a scary animal?
A: To officially complete City Chase you must complete only 10 of the ChasePoints available. It is up to you which ChasePoints you complete, and in which order you do them.

REGISTRATION

Q: Can I register without a partner?
A: Yes, you can! But the entire team entry fee is due at the time of registration. You may change your teammate up until the day before the event but you must ensure that the correct information is recorded when reporting at the pre-race check-in.

Q: How many teams will compete in each City Chase event?
A: The field is limited in each market based on various space restrictions but most markets will have roughly 300 teams. The World Championship will be limited to the top finishing team (overall) from each event (additional teams may be added at the discretion of the race organisers).

Q: How old do I have to be to participate in The City Chase?
A: All participants must be at least 18 year of age at the time of the event.

Q: Are there any restrictions on the genetic composition of a team?
A: Both team members need only be human and have a pulse. Team composition is entirely up to you! Father/Son, Husband/Wife, Boss/Gopher, Roomies, Neighbours!

Q: Are transit passes provided?
A: Participants are encouraged and allowed to use public transport, and in SOME instances transit/transport passes will be provided free of charge, depending on city sponsorship.

What is included with Registration?

Guaranteed spot in the event

A participant kit

Official City Chase race bib - to be worn as the outer layer at all times

Official City Chase T-Shirt

ChasePoint Clue Sheet

Access to great ChasePoint Challenges – minimum of 12 different ChasePoints per market

Wonderful and dedicated Staff to brighten your day

A memorable experience that is full of Laughter, Adventure and Discovery!

Last minute instructions

Opportunity to win great prizes

To be provided at the event

Q: Do I have to sign a waiver and release to participate in The City Chase?
A: Yes. Can I use a car or taxi to travel the course? No. Teams may only travel by foot or on public transit - any exceptions will be clearly outlined prior to the event.

Q: What's to stop people from using a prohibited form of transportation?
A: Don't worry ... we will know! Top notch video surveillance techniques, an army of field marshals, the other participants, and the thousands and thousands of passers-by who would love to bust a couple of cheaters!!

Q: Can the registration fee be refunded?
A: A refund of 46 Euros will be provided up until 30 days prior to the event. If you wish to cancel your participation for any reason please contact the City Guru at info@citychasedublin.com – a written request must be received. Please note that within 30 days of the event there are No Refunds!

THE RACE

Q: How long does City Chase last?
A: Each of the regional events will last between 3 to 6 hours, followed by a post-party where teams can share their strategies and war stories.

Q: How do I win City Chase?
A: The first team to cross the finish line with a valid race passport containing 10 official ChasePoint stamps is the winner. To be considered finished a team must cross the Finish Line together.

Q: Alliances? Can teams work together during the event?
A: Utilizing the aid of other teams or complete strangers throughout the event is encouraged. Some ChasePoints may actually require you to work with the assistance of others in order to complete the challenge.

Q: What can I win?
A: Check out the prizes section. Prizes will vary per country.

Q: What and when is the World Championship?
A: The winning team from each World City Chase event, wins a free trip to the World Championship, held in November of 2010, in a surprise location. Check out World Championship page for full details are www.citychase.com.

PRIZES

Want to know what you are playing for?

The 2010 World City Chase Series will feature the following prizes:

Individual City prizes:

1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Teams - The first three teams across the finishing line will move forward to compete in the European Semi-Final (location TBC) for the chance to represent Ireland at the World Finals (location TBC) in late 2010, which will include travel and accommodations.