RFID Race Finish Integration

RFID tags and technology have been utilized in various races and will be integrated with high-speed cameras to support identification of winning racers. ...

... "In that case, we integrate the chip identification with our camera system to identify which athlete is finishing, and we can narrow down to the exact point where the tip of the boot crossed the finish line to assign him or her an actual time. " ...

Via Athletic Business: Timing

The RFID Running Experience

The use of RFID technology in the marathon process made the experience enjoyable. ...

... "The RFID chip approach completely changes the whole dynamic. It’s light weight (imperceptible), trivial to attach to your shoe, and you can keep it because it’s extremely inexpensive. " ...

Via MIT Technology Review: RFID for Running Marathons

RFID tracks Rock n Roll Marathon

The Seattle Rock n Roll Marathon will integrate RFID technology into the race to track the runners. ...

... "Impinj -- along with partner ChronoTrack Systems -- are providing each participant with a radio frequency identification tag that will track start, split and finish times. " ...

Via TechFlash: RFID tags on runner shoes