ING New York City Marathon Health and Fitness Expo

Never mind that marathoners are required to attend the expo to pick up their registration materials. The expo is full of things to see, learn, and buy whether you're signed up for the big race or not -- and it's free and open to the public. The Marathon Store presented by ASICS is one of more than 100 vendors and exhibitors of health and fitness products that set up shop at the expo. Marathon souvenirs, product samples, race applications from around the world, medical advice, loads of activities, and answers to your last-minute marathon questions are other big draws. The expo is also the place to sign up for ING DIRECT Pace Teams Presented by Timex, buy passes to marathon events, and order copies of the ING New York City Marathon Results Issue.

Location, Hours, and Admission
Jacob Javits Convention Center, Halls 3E
11th Avenue at 35th Street, Manhattan.

The expo is open to the general public and admission is free. For security reasons, attendees may be asked to show photo I.D., and all bags and coats may be inspected. Please leave your valuables at home. New York Road Runners is not responsible for lost or stolen items. There is no baggage storage available.

Activity Schedule
The ING New York City Marathon Expo is more than just a place to pick up your race packet. It's an opportunity to immerse yourself in the everything related to the race. You can shop for gear, sample new products, learn about training, and so much more. [Activity Schedule]

• Marathon runners must pick up their race number in person with acceptable photo identification (see below) at the expo. We do not mail race numbers, distribute them at New York Road Runners, or give them out on race day.
  
• You must bring your printed registration card (which is e-mailed to you in mid-October) to pick up your number.
  
• Residents of the United States and Puerto Rico, must show a state or federal government-issued photo identification card, such as a U.S. driver's license, D.M.V. photo I.D. card, or passport.
  
• Non-U.S. residents, including Canadian residents, are required to show a passport (except residents of Puerto Rico; see above); national identification cards are not accepted.
  
• A baggage sticker, a D-Tag, and instructions will be included with your number.
  
• After you pick up your number and D-Tag, you will receive your official goody bag. On race day, your goody bag will serve as your official baggage bag. No other bags will be accepted. 
  
• The Help Desk in the registration area will accept cancellations and will be able to update your personal information and resolve any other problems with your entry.
  
• Please fill out the medical information form on the back of your race number following pickup. This will help ensure that you receive the proper assistance on race day, should the need arise.

• Guest tickets to the Continental Airlines International Friendship Run, for friends and family of runners. $25
  
• Guest tickets to the Barilla Marathon Eve Dinner. $25 (subject to availability)

Marathon Store Presented by ASICS
This store at the expo offers a complete selection of official marathon gear, including ING New York City Marathon and ASICS co-branded clothing, technical gear, souvenirs, and gifts. The store is open during all expo hours, and accepts all major credit cards (Mastercard, VISA, Discover, and American Express). Limited-edition finisher's shirts and caps will be available starting Monday, November 2, at the Marathon Monday Store at Tavern on the Green. This is the place for race souvenirs, official finisher gear, and select 2009 ASICS Marathon apparel. Shop anytime at our online store.

Marathon Souvenirs
For special marathon souvenirs, including participant photos, DVDs, and commemorative shadow boxes, visit the official ING New York City Marathon licensee booths located right outside the Marathon Store. [Marathon Souvenirs]

ING DIRECT Pace Teams Presented by Timex Signup
Registration for the ING DIRECT Pace Teams Presented by Timex will take place at the expo. Led by experienced marathoners, the teams are open to runners looking to achieve any of the following goal finish times: 3:30, 3:40, 3:50, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45, 5:00, and 5:30. ING DIRECT Pace Teams Presented by Timex leaders will be assigned to each of the wave starts according to projected finish time. Participation is free. [Details]

Getting to the Expo

Shuttle Bus
Free expo shuttle buses to and from select hotels and transit hubs, including Penn Station and Grand Central Terminal, will operate during the following hours:

Public Transportation
Two public bus routes stop at the Javits Center. The fare is $2.25, payable by MetroCard or exact change (coins only). All city buses are wheelchair accessible. For more information, see http://www.mta.info/nyct/service/bus/mhtnsch.htm.

• M34: Runs along 34th Street, including a stop at Penn Station.
  
• M42: Runs along 42nd Street, including stops at Grand Central Terminal and Port Authority Bus Terminal.

Parking
For driving directions and parking information, see http://www.javitscenter.com/directions/directions.htm.

We are currently sold out of booth space for the ING New York City Marathon 2009 Expo. For 2010 NYC Half Marathon Expo and ING New York City Marathon 2010 Expo information, please e-mail Bryan Rickards: brickards@nyrr.org

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