Half Marathon Relay
Sunday, April 27, 2014
The Half Marathon Relay combines the flavor and excitement of the 13.1 mile world-class Long Branch Half Marathon with the camaraderie of a team relay event. It will be run on the same course, and at the same time, as the half marathon.
The Half Marathon Relay enables:
- both the youngest and oldest to get the half-marathon experience
- business to sponsor their employees
- family members to work together
- 13.1 miles to be fun and achievable for the slower runner & the moderate walker by breaking up the half marathon distance between two people
Half Marathon Relay Distances: 13.1 miles (Leg # 1: 6.9 miles; Leg # 2: 6.2 miles):
2014 Registration Fees: (Per team)
- $85 - until 12/23/13 at midnight
- $105 - from 12/24/13 until the close of registration
Information about switching events and deferrals can be found on our FAQ page.
Start Time:
The Long Branch Half Marathon and Half Marathon Relay: wheelchair athletes will start at 6:45 am, followed in waves by the rest of the corrals.
Start Location:
In Monmouth Park, on Park Rd, via 175 Oceanport Ave, Oceanport, NJ 07757; across the street from central parking. (View Map)
Finish Location:
On the Long Branch Ocean Promenade, just north of Pier Village and the Ocean Place Resort & Spa. (View Map)
Transition Area:
The 2014 Relay Marathon transition area is located at Griffin Park in Monmouth Beach. Relay Staff will be on-site to help with any questions that may arise, help in making the event pleasant for all participants, and to ensure that each team completes the hand-off properly. Please adhere to all directions from the staff.
Limited local parking with be available within 1/4 mile of the Transition Area, and shuttles will be available to bus the second runner to the transition area from the start area. These shuttles will leave for the transition area just before the start of the half marathon. Shuttles will also be available to move the first runner from the transition area to the finish line. Exact times for these shuttles will be announced in March. (View Map)
Relay Packet Pickup:
Race packets must be picked up during the Expo hours, and they may be picked up by either team member.
On Race Day (Sunday):
- Please wear the bib with your Team Name on the front of your shirt or singlet and the second bib with "Relay" on the back of your shirt or singlet.
- All Finisher's medals for the entire team will be given to the last runner / walker after they turn in the timing chip.
Corral Info:
| Relay Corrals |
A |
B |
C |
D |
E |
| Beginning Time |
1:05:00 |
1:30:02 |
2:00:00 |
2:15:00 |
2:45:00 |
| End Time |
1:30:01 |
1:59:59 |
2:14:59 |
2:44:59 |
3:15:00 |
Teams with walkers and / or slow runners are welcome to participate in these events, provided your team is able to complete the entire race in 3 hours and 15 minutes from the time the first person crosses the Start Line until the second person crosses the Finish Line.
Official Course Map for Half Marathon Relay
View Large Course Map
Typical Race Day Weather:
The Long Branch area normally sees cool to moderate temperatures on the day of the race. Early May temperatures average between 38 F and 60 F (temperature is generally in the mid-50's to high 60's F). Be prepared for: rain, fog and bright sunshine as the weather at the Jersey Shore can be quite variable at this time of year.
On the Course:
Portable Toilets:
A large number of portable toilets will be available at the Start / Finish Area and along the course at or very near every fluid station. Please DO NOT relieve yourself on either private or public property along the course. Use the Portable Toilets!
Medical Support:
The New Jersey Marathon is very proud of the volunteer support from the many surrounding seashore towns that supply EMT ambulances along the course as well as the volunteer medical personnel from Monmouth Medical Center who will staff our Med Tents.
Our planned medical support will include the following:
- A Med Tent just a short distance from the Finish Line.
- A large medical facility adjoining our Finish Area to deal with serious issues.
- Mobile EMT ambulances at strategic locations scattered throughout the course.
Whether it's blisters, cramping or other medical problems, our trained EMT's will be there to assist you.
A special THANKS to our many bicyclists who will be patrolling our course in multiple sectors to both assist and seek assistance as needed!
Timing:
We will be using chip timing again this year, with mats at the Start / Finish Areas and also at multiple other points on the course.
Fluids:
Gatorade-Endurance Formula (lemon-lime) will be available again this year at each of our Fluid Stations. Gatorade will be served first at the stations with water served second.
Fluid Station Locations:
Most Fluid Stations are less than 2 miles apart and will be staffed by many service organizations and volunteers from various NJM Charity Beneficiaries.
Safety:
The New Jersey Marathon organizers STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you DO NOT use your headphones during the races, for safety reasons. We all need to be aware of our surroundings, which includes fellow runners and the possibility of errant traffic on the course. We believe that there will be many 'distractions' along the course including: spectators, bands and the scenery! Kettle bells are not permitted.
Award Categories:
In addition to finisher's medals, awards will be given to the top two teams in each division:
- Open Division (under 40)
- All Male Team
- All Female Team
- Mixed Team - one male & one female
- Masters Division (40 - 59)
- All Male Team
- All Female Team
- Mixed Team - one male & one female
- Senior Division (60+)
- All Male Team
- All Female Team
- Mixed Team - one male & one female