Timing and Scoring

At the 2009 OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and Finish Line 500 Festival 5K the 500 Festival will debut a new timing and scoring system by SAI -Timing & Scoring and ChronoTrack Timing Systems, Inc. The new system, which replaces ChampionChip, will utilize a light-weight disposable timing tag. The “D-tag” is a Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) and Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID) that will record the runner’s official time, beginning when a participant crosses the start line and concluding as he or she crosses the finish line, as well as split times at the five and ten mile marks.

The D-tag also offers runners a more streamlined race experience than the traditional chip system. D-tags are attached to participant bib and clearly marked with the corresponding bib number. Unlike traditional chips, the D-tag will not need to be scanned, making the Packet Pick-up process quicker and easier than ever before. On race day, runners simply secure the D-tag through their shoelaces and they are ready to run. After crossing the finish line, participants may keep the device or they are free to discard the device at their leisure. The 500 Festival will also utilize the ChronoTrack Timing System for the 500 Festival Training Series events.  

Click here for instructions on how to use the D-tag.