What is chipped timing?

Chip time is another way of saying “net time,” or the actual amount of time it takes a runner to go from the starting line of a race to the finish line.

What is athlinks Chronotrack?

Athlinks brings race organizers, timers, and athletes together more seamlessly, ultimately providing a better race experience for everyone’s end customer, the event participant. Race Management Tools. Race registration software. Athlinks mobile app.

Is Athlinks still active?

Litton’s Athlinks profile still exists, and for Busot, Litton is a reminder of one of the reasons why the site is important. Before the digital age, running data was “disappearing into the ether,” Busot said.

Do marathon runners get drug tested?

Yes, some of the most important races conduct tests on the winners. Organisers of the Western States 100 (WS100) and the Marathon des Sables, for example, test the winners, but it should not be their job. In-competition tests are very easy to avoid as runners know they are coming.

How does RFID race Timing work?

Race chip timing systems use RFID transponder chips to precisely measure racers’ times. Race participants wear the RFID tags during the race. The type of RFID tag varies on the system being used, but they range from shoelace tags, ankle bracelets, to the more common disposable race bibs with an affixed UHF RFID tag.

How much do running chips cost?

Road and XC races – Chips add $100-$300 to the base fee, and $1.50 to $2.50 to the per-finisher fee.

What’s the difference between chip time and finish time?

Your gun/clock time is the time on the official race clock from the moment the race started (when the gun went off) to when you crossed over the finish line. Your net/chip time is the time from when you personally cross the starting line to when you cross the finish.

How do I start a timing business?

  1. Step 1 – Analyzing Your Opportunities.
  2. Step 2 – Purchasing Your First System.
  3. Step 3 – Receiving Training.
  4. Step 4 – Setting Up Your Its Your Race Account.
  5. Step 5 – Marketing Your Services.
  6. Step 6 – Launch! Now You Are Timing Races.
  7. Step 7 – Expanding Your Business Rapidly.
  8. Step 8 – Making More Money By Using Our Products.