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1. Choose the relay leg that works best for YOU.

There is a spot for everyone on a FedEx Pittsburgh Marathon Relay team! The 26.2 mile course is split into five legs of varying distances, ranging from 3.8 to 6.5 miles. Whether it’s your first start line or your fiftieth, the Marathon Relay welcomes any and all Runners of Steel.

2. The course guides your team through 14 of Pittsburgh’s unique neighborhoods.

When and where else would you experience neighborhood block parties, festivals, bands, and more along your leg of a marathon relay?!

3. Embrace the historical architecture and exquisite city views as your team crosses three rivers and bridges along the course.

Runners can look forward to taking in a piece of Pittsburgh history and beauty with every step of the relay through the Steel City. 

4. Your team will toe the long-awaited live start line at the 2022 DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon.

Be a part of Pittsburgh Marathon history. After two years of running virtually, you don’t want to miss the chance for your relay team to reunite with in-person racing!

5. Celebrate with your team at the finish line in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh.

As you hang your Runner of Steel medal around your neck, listen to the roaring crowd of 300,000 cheerathoners to commemorate your team’s accomplishments.