What is a timing chip strap?

These high quality, custom logo straps are used to attach event timing chip around ankle. Often times the event provides timing strap is worn with velcro that’s weak. “Timing Chip” first attaches to strap, then strap attaches around your ankle with a Velcro closure.

How do running timing chips work?

Race chip timing systems use RFID transponder chips to precisely measure racers’ times. As you run across an RFID timing mat, the antenna within the mat emits an electromagnetic wave energizing the RFID chip, which then responds with a unique identification number associated with your race bib number.

What do triathletes wear on their ankles?

For a tri, you’ll wear the chip on a band around your ankle.

How much does chip timing cost?

Chip timing costs vary by race and location. Road and XC races – Chips add $100-$300 to the base fee, and $1.50 to $2.50 to the per-finisher fee.

What is the difference between gun time and chip time?

If there is only one time posted in the results it is either “gun time” or “chip time.” Gun time, like in drag racing, shows your race time from the gun start. Chip time reflects the actual speed of each runner from the point they cross the start mat to the time they cross the finish mat.

How many miles is a 5K run?

A 5K run is 3.1 miles. Don’t be daunted by the distance. A 5K run is a great distance for a beginner.

Do triathletes Pee on the bike?

On to the matter at hand – yes, some triathletes do, in fact, pee on their bikes. If it’s not obvious, triathletes pee while riding their bike so they don’t have to stop – saving precious time for competitive races.

Do triathletes wear padded shorts?

The short part of a triathlon suit has a small padded area called a chamois. (pronounced Sham – ee). You wear these without underwear. You apply a creme called Chamois Creme to the chamois pad or directly to your skin as a friction barrier to prevent chaffing.

Do triathletes wear socks?

Most pro triathletes don’t wear socks for sprint and Olympic distance events and are wearing some for longer events. However, over a full Ironman distance, it is rather insignificant. The comfort of socks over such a big distance is, for most people, well worth those couple of seconds.