Hosted By:

The City of Long Branch

New Jersey Marathon
May 1 - 3, 2009
A Weekend of Events to Benefit children's charities
and to Kick Off Global Hepatitis Awareness
in partnership with Bosco's Buddies

The NJM 4- or 3-Person Marathon Relay

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: When will the relay start?
A: The relay will start at 7:30 AM on Sunday May 4th with the marathon start

Q: Will partners be able to watch the start?
A: The start for all races is 1/4 of a mile from the transition area on the boardwalk. You may watch your partner start and then relax before your hand off. It is suggested that runners get to the correct transition area at least 30 minutes before the runner is due to arrive. See course map for details.

Q: How will the transition take place?
A: Well before handoff, the waiting runner should check in with the transition manager. This allows the race committee to keep track of who is on or off the course.
Each team will be issued one Winning Time(R) Chip. This should be attached by a Velcro strap (supplied with chip) to the current runner's ankle. In the transition area this chip will serve as your baton - simply release it from the current runner and strap it to the next runner's ankle. This is the hand off.

Q: What are the legs of the 4-person relay?
A: The legs of the race are as follows:
(1) the first runner will complete 5 miles.
(2) the second will complete 8.1 miles.
(3) the third runner will complete 5.1 miles.
(4) the fourth runner will complete 8 miles

Q: How will the 3-person relay work?
A: Any combination of course legs (see above) may be combined or substituted. There is a short (1/4 mile) distance between the two transition areas. For example:
(1) the first runner could run 5 miles
(2) the second could complete 8.1 miles.
(3) the third runner could complete 5.1 miles.
(4) the first runner could complete 8 miles.
Variations of the above are encouraged. Use your judgment to plan out the race and ask questions of the relay director if you are unsure.

Q: I originally registered in one category but would now like to race in another - how can I do this?
A: Any substitutions / changes must be made in writing before April 15 and may require an additional $10 fee.

Q: What are the relay categories?
A: Relay Categories: