Relay
We are pleased to continue to offer participants the 2-Person Relay option. In this event, participants will each complete half of the half-marathon course. Runner #1 will start the event and run the first portion until they reach the Relay Exchange Zone, where they will meet Runner #2. From then on, Runner #2 will complete the second half of the course.
The relay exchange zone is located on Portage Avenue (just across the footbridge), a short walk from our Start/Finish line. We will also have a designated area close to the finish line where Runner #1 can wait for Runner #2, so they can cross the finish line together and receive a genuinely unique finishers medal that breaks apart, and each participant gets to take home half.
This is a great option for those who do not want to complete the entire half-marathon distance or who want to participate with a friend.
We are often asked if a participant can register for the relay and half marathon events. We have many participants who register for both events each year. In this case, Runner #1 would complete the first leg of the Relay, where they will meet Runner #2 at the Relay Exchange Zone. Runner #2 will complete the second leg of the relay, and Runner #1 would also continue to finish the entire Half Marathon distance. At the finish line, Runner #1 will receive a Relay medal and a Half Marathon medal.
How does the 2-Person Relay work?
Two participants must register for the relay at the same time. At the time of registration, you will choose a Relay Team Name. Results for the relay will be listed by team name only. Included in your results will be the finishing time for Runner #1 (first leg) and Runner #2 (second leg). It does not matter which participant runs the first or second leg.
Runner #1 will start with the mass start at the start line at 8:00 a.m. They will proceed to run the first half of the course. The relay exchange zone is located on Portage Avenue and Overdale Street. (directly across from the footbridge leading out of Assiniboine Park). The relay exchange zone is within walking distance from the race site area. Runner #2 should be in the relay exchange zone at the time they expect their partner to arrive. Once Runner #1 arrives at the relay exchange zone, Runner #2 will take over and complete the second half of the course.
Should you wish to cross the finish line together, we suggest keeping an eye out for your partner close to the finish line and you are more than welcome to cross the finish as a team. Relay finishers will be presented with an unique break-away medal where you each get half.
