# Boston Marathon Hams — Amateur radio volunteers

> Amateur radio app for logging marathon runner bibs and bus boarding. (iPhone/iPad app by Ryan LaPointe.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boston-marathon-hams/id1369588499 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ryan LaPointe](https://appshunter.io/developer/1252322880)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.1 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-04-22
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boston-marathon-hams/id1369588499/reviews.md

## What is Boston Marathon Hams?

This application can only be used by amateur radio operators who have been approved to use it. If you were not instructed to use this by your segment coordinator, then you won't be able to log in.

This app allows ham operators to electronically scan runner bibs. The information gets logged with net control so NCO's can dispatch buses and know when a runner has boarded a bus.

This app was written by volunteers on the marathon amateur radio team.  We will be looking for feedback on the app during the after action survey.

## Key features

- Electronic runner bib scanning
- Runner status logging
- Bus dispatch assistance
- Net control integration
- Volunteer-developed


## Frequently asked questions about Boston Marathon Hams

### Who can use Boston Marathon Hams?

Boston Marathon Hams is exclusively for amateur radio operators who have been specifically approved by their segment coordinator to use the application for marathon event support.

### What is the main function of Boston Marathon Hams?

The primary function is to allow ham operators to electronically scan runner bibs. This information is logged with net control to assist in dispatching buses and tracking when runners have boarded.

### How is Boston Marathon Hams developed?

This application was developed by volunteers who are part of the marathon amateur radio team. Feedback is actively sought through after-action surveys.

### What devices does Boston Marathon Hams support?

Boston Marathon Hams is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### When was Boston Marathon Hams last updated?

The latest version, 3.3, was released on April 9, 2023. The app was originally released on April 22, 2018.

### What is the age rating for Boston Marathon Hams?

Boston Marathon Hams has an age rating of 4+.

### Does Boston Marathon Hams have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Boston Marathon Hams contains advertisements. However, it is a free application.

### What is the user rating for Boston Marathon Hams?

Boston Marathon Hams has a high user rating of 4.7 stars based on 3 reviews.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3 — 2023-04-09

Changed when the pickup request prompt is displayed
Enhanced push notifications

### 3.2 — 2022-04-06

Added password reset button and fixed issues for 2022

### 3.1 — 2021-08-14

Added "call net control" button.

### 3.0 — 2020-05-06

New features:
- Log in by scanning a QR code
- Set your assignment in the app
- Create pickup requests

Plus other improvements

### 2.0 — 2019-04-11

Updated for Marathon 2019

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