The pace requirement for each competing relay athlete is 13:44 minutes per mile. (Approximately a 6-hour marathon.)
Why Enforce A Pace Requirement?
a) Permit Limitations
The permit allows the event to continue up until a certain time. We are running on public space and the permit allows us to set-up the course and the expo area to provide all participants a safe and fun environment. Having a pace requirement will allow us to work within these limitations that are dictated by permit constraints.
b) Safety
The safety of all competing athletes is our top priority. A pace requirement also keeps athletes accountable with themselves, ensuring that teams are ready and physically capable of completion. A pace requirement of 13:44 minutes per mile is the recommended minimum athletic level of each runner in all participating teams.
*We will stop any runner/team who arrive at the exchange area after the designated cut-off time.