Register and Confirm Registration
Online registration closes April 26. You can confirm your entry at www.timberlinetiming.com. If you find any errors, please email questions and changes to info@flyingpigmarathon.com.
Registration for all events is available at the National City Health & Fitness Expo and Expo-tique on Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6. Registration for the 10K is available at the Health & Fitness Expo on Friday, May 5 and at Yeatman's Cove on Saturday morning, May 6, beginning at 6:30 a.m. Registration for the Flying Pig 5K, Blow the Whistle on Asthma Walk, Pump N Run, and the Flying Piglet Kids' Fun Run are also available at Sawyer Point beginning at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, May 6.
Victory Party Sawyer Point near the corner of Eggleston Avenue and Pete Rose Way BB Riverboat Shuttle from Public Landing (Merhing Way) to Covington Landing
Runner Packet Pick-up and Late Registration for Marathon, Half Marathon and Relays
Dates and Times: Friday, May 5 from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. or Saturday, May 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: National City Health & Fitness Expo, located at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center, One West RiverCenter Blvd., Covington, Kentucky.
All runners are required to pick up their ChampionChip, bib race number, and other important information during these times. The marathon is not able to mail or deliver runner packets, Champion Chips, or runner premiums. Runners must have a photo ID available to pick up their packet.
Late registrations for all events will be accepted at the Expo. THERE IS NO RACE-DAY REGISTRATION OR PACKET PICK-UP FOR THE MARATHON, HALF MARATHON OR RELAYS.
If you are not able to pick up your packets in person at the National City Health & Fitness Expo, you must make arrangements for a representative to pick up your packet. Your representative must present a copy of your photo ID and a signed authorization from you to Race Registration in order to claim your packet and premiums.
After receiving your packet, please verify that the ChampionChip in the envelope is registered to your name by activating it at the chip verification timing mat located at the expo.
Packet Pick-up and Late Registration for 10K, 5K and Piglet Fun Run
Dates and Times: Friday, May 5 from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: National City Health & Fitness Expo, located at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center, One West RiverCenter Blvd., Covington, Kentucky.
Race Day Packet Pick-up and Registration for 10K, 5K, and Piglet Fun Run: Saturday, May 6 beginning at 6:30 a.m. for 10K at corner of Mehring Way and Walnut Street, beginning at 9:00 a.m. for 5K and Piglet Fun Run at Sawyer Point.
Minding Your Performance Practical Tips for the Mental Side
Barbara Walker, Ph.D. Sport Psychologist
5:30
Care and Protection of Your Skin Specifically for Running
Brian B. Adams, MD, MPH Associate Professor of Dermatology Director Of Sports Dermatology Clinic Chief of Dermatology, VAMC Cincinnati University of Cincinnati
Saturday, May 6th 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
EMCEE:
Betsy Ross Game Day Communications
12:00 - 12:15
Welcoming Comments
Elise Allen Author, "The Traveling Marathoner: A Complete Guide to Top U.S. Races and Sightseeing on the Run"
Minding Your Performance Practical Tips for the Mental Side
Barbara Walker, Ph.D Sport Psychologist
1:15 - 1:45
Body Maintenance: Staying Fit and Healthy Before, During And After
Randy Cox, MS Running Coach
1:45 - 2:00
Running on The Continents 7 Continent Club
Joe Hale, Board Chair Runner of 85 Marathons Runner of all 7 Continents
2:00 - 2:30
Cliff Bar Pace Teams
2:30 - 3:15
Marathon Course Logistics
Don Connolly, Race Director Jon Sence, Elite Runner, Board Member, and Course Co-Developer Dr. Jon Divine, Medical Director
3:15 - 4:00
Running Easier, Faster, Longer
Jeff Galloway Elite Runner, Coach, and Author
Whether this is your first or fiftieth marathon, you will learn something new!
Please come hear the experts discuss how you can create a successful marathon experience. Your individual questions are encouraged!
Flying Pig 10K Start: 8:00 a.m. Saturday, May 6, 2006
Because of its popularity, the Flying Pig 10K is now the headline event for Marathon Saturday. The race starts on Mehring Way near the Suspension Bridge and finishes in Yeatman's Cove, sharing the same finish line as the marathon. The race will feature dedicated water stops, mile markers, course monitors, and finisher medals. Runners must be at least 12 years of age on May 6, 2006 to participate.
Packet Pick-Up and Late Registration
Packet pick-up and late registration will be at the National City Health & Fitness Expo, at Northern Kentucky Convention Center, One West RiverCenter Blvd., Covington, Kentucky Friday, May 5, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. or at Yeatman's Cove on Saturday, May 6, beginning at 6:30 a.m.
Flying Pig 5K and Fun Festival, Blow the Whistle on Asthma Walk and Pump N Run Start: 10:15 a.m. Saturday, May 6, 2006
The Flying Pig 5K and Fun Festival in association with girls!CAN, the Blow the Whistle on Asthma Walk, and the Pump N Run are Saturday, May 6 at 10:15 a.m. at Sawyer Point, on Cincinnati's riverfront. The fun run is open to runners and walkers of all ages. The 5K features a water stop and mile markers at �, 1, 2, and 3 miles. Registered participants receive a t-shirt and goodie bag and all finishers receive a Flying Pig Marathon finisher's medal.
Area health organizations and youth groups will also have booths at the 5K Fun Festival with information and demonstrations for parents and youngsters alike.
The race is being held in association with the girls!CAN youth organization. girls!CAN, a new after-school program for girls in grades K-8, is an adventure in learning about accountability and responsibility with fun and physical activities.
Packet Pick-Up and Late Registration
Packet pick-up and late registration will be at the National City Health & Fitness Expo, at Northern Kentucky Convention Center, One West RiverCenter Blvd., Covington, Kentucky Friday, May 5, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. or at Yeatman's Cove on Saturday, May 6, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Blow the Whistle On Asthma
As a part of the Flying Pig Marathon weekend of events if you do not have a charity that you are running for please consider the American Lung Association of Ohio. The walk is an official walk of the Flying Pig Weekend. The American Lung Association of Ohio will accept your contributions whether you walk or run the full marathon, the half marathon, relays, 10K, 5K, or Piglet.
The Lord's Gym PUMP N' RUN 5K (PNR)
The Pump N Run is a unique event designed for runners, cross trainers, and weight lifters. The PNR reduces a contestant's overall 5K run time, based on how many times he/she can bench press a percentage of their body weight, based on gender and age (similar to a golf handicap!) A runner's race time will be reduced by 30 seconds for each pre-race bench press repetition.
There will also be an additional competition after the race, called the POST RACE PUMP-OFF. The top performers, who did the most repetitions prior to the race, will also get a chance to compete again, for additional awards after the race. Separate Male, Female, and Age Divisions will be offered!
Flying Piglet Kids' Fun Run & Festival featuring the Pampers Diaper Dash Saturday, May 6, 2006 - As a registered participant, your child will receive a "goodie bag" to fill with lots of fun stuff. It will be a morning of exercise, nutrition, entertainment, and wellness. Registration and packet pick up will begin at 9:00 a.m. at Sawyer Point, with activities beginning at 11:00 a.m. Please allow 30 minutes for registration and packet pick up prior to your child's race time.
The races are fun runs - all children will receive the same prizes. Each registered child will receive a Flying Piglet Kid's Fun Run T-shirt, and a finisher's medal just for participating.
Packet Pick-Up and Late Registration
Packet pick-up and late registration will be at the National City Health & Fitness Expo, at Northern Kentucky Convention Center, One West RiverCenter Blvd., Covington, Kentucky Friday, May 5, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. or at Yeatman's Cove on Saturday, May 6, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Age Groups
Races will begin with the Pampers Diaper Dash at 11:00 a.m. Participants will be allowed to have two parents on the "course." Additional spectators for the Diaper Dash and 2-3 year olds will be seated in bleachers.
Age groups may be run in a series of heats to accommodate all participants. The distances in these short runs vary, increasing with each age group. Parents may walk or run along with younger entrants (5 and under). All races can be viewed in their entirety from the Start Line.
Children over nine years of age are invited to participate in 1 mile or more of the 5K Fun Run, beginning at 10:15 a.m. There is a reduced fee for children under 14 years.
Cinergy Foundation Pasta Party
Location: Yeatman's Cove, near the Flying Pig Finish Line
Date: Saturday, May 6, 2006
Times: Two seatings: 4:30 and 6:00 p.m.
Prices: $15.00 for adults, $8.00 for children ages 3-12 and children under 3 are free. Ticket Sales & Pick-up: National City Health and Fitness Expo.
The Pasta Party is open to all participants, family, and friends. Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis and are limited to 1000 people. Tickets will not be sold at the Cinergy Foundation Pasta Party.Download this order form.
Relay Information
The following information applies to all Ernst & Young 4 Person Open and Relay and Corporate Express Corporate Rally participants. Please review this information with each member of your team.
If you need to substitute a runner on your relay team, have the substitute fill out an entry form with a note as to whom they are replacing on which team, and bring to the Expo when you pick up your team packet.
Do not mail or FAX your registration form. You must bring your registration form to the National City Health and Fitness Expo on Friday, May 5 or Saturday, May 6.
The Relay Team packets will be distributed at the National City Health & Fitness Expo and will contain all materials and supplies for each of the runners on the team. Only one member of the team may pick up the packets for the team.
Each relay team will be given one ChampionChip timing device in the team packet. Each relay runner will be given two runner bibs: one race number for display on the front of the runner's shirt, and a "Relay" bib to be displayed on the back of the shirt. Please distribute the bibs before race morning.
The ChampionChip for each team is placed on a velcro ankle band that must be worn during the race. Runners should wear a sock under the band to protect the ankle from chaffing. Each relay runner will pass the ankle band to the next relay runner after crossing timing mats at the relay exchange zones. We suggest the outgoing runner kneel down to remove the band from the ankle of the incoming runner, then strap it around the ankle and test it for security before starting. The ChampionChip needs to be worn below the knee for the chip to register on the timing mats.
Four Person Relays
Leg 1 runners start at the same time as the other marathon runners - 6:00 a.m. There is not a separate start for the Relay Teams.
Leg 2, 3, and 4 relay runners will be bused to their respective exchange zone. They should report to the relay bus loading area on Eggleston and Butler, located 1.5 miles from the marathon start. Volunteers will direct these runners to the buses. Buses for the second runner will depart from 5:20 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. from the relay staging area Buses for the third runner will depart from 5:50 a.m. to 6:10 a.m. and buses for the fourth leg will depart from 6:30a.m. to 6:50 a.m.
See maps on the Flying Pig website for parking, bus departure locations, baggage and relay baggage exchanges.
Completing Your Leg
When relay runners have completed their leg of the race, they will be bused to the Finish Line area. There will be a Relay Reunion area, called the Pig Pen, at Sawyer Point with food and beverages.
Medals for the entire team will be awarded to the runner who crosses the Finish Line. Meet your teammates at the Pig Pen in Sawyer Point at the Michelob Ultra Victory Party and distribute your team medals, have your team photo taken and enjoy the food and beverages.
Runner's gear left at the relay exchange zones will be brought to the bus drop-off area near the paddle wheel at Broadway and Mehring Way. See the relay baggage exchange instructions that let you control the retrieving of your gear. Please do not leave valuables. Runner's gear will be transported back to the finish area after all relay exchanges at the zone are complete and the zone has been taken down. Please be patient.
Relay runners need to keep up a 20:00 minute per mile pace or risk being caught by the sag wagon. Runners caught by the sag wagon have a choice of getting on and ending their race, or moving to the sidewalks.
Relay Baggage Claim
Each runner will create 2 bags: one to take with them to their zone, with their pre-run gear, and another bag of post-run gear to get when they reach the zone at the end of their relay leg.
Relay runners will have the previous runner's clothes bag with them and hand it to the incoming runner when the chip is exchanged.
Sample scenarios:
Relay Runner #1:
Goes to the Start.
Leave your pre-run gear bag and the post-run gear bag for relay Runner #4 on the gear check bus at the start and those bags can be retrieved after the finish on Butler Street, located at the east end of Yeatman's Cove, near the tunnels.
Also, prior to the race, give Runner #2 a post-run gear bag to get when you exchange the chip.
Your return bus will drop you at the paddle wheel near Broadway and Mehring Way. Follow Pete Rose Way back to Butler Street. Do not go into the finish line. The last runner on your relay will get all 4 medals for your team and meet you at the Pig Pen relay reunion area.
Relay Runner #2 at Zone 2/Eden Park:
Get your relay bus from Butler Street north of 3rd. Last bus leaves at 5:20 a.m. for Zone 2.
You will have the post-run gear bag for Runner #1 as well as your own pre-run gear bag to give to Runner #1 at the chip exchange. You will retrieve your pre-run gear bag from Runner #1 at the Pig Pen after the race.
Prior to boarding the bus to Zone 2, give a post-run gear bag to Runner #3 so that you will have clothing when you exchange the chip at the next zone.
Your return bus will drop you at the paddle wheel near Broadway and Mehring Way. Follow Pete Rose Way back to Butler Street. Do not go into the finish line. The last runner on your relay will get all 4 medals for your team and meet you at the Pig Pen relay reunion area.
Relay runner #3 at Zone 3/Wasson:
Get your relay bus from Culvert Street north of 3rd. Last bus leaves at 5:50 a.m. for Zone 3.
You will have the post-run gear bag for Runner #2 as well as your own pre-run gear bag to give to Runner #2 at the chip exchange. You will retrieve your pre-run gear bag from Runner #2 at the Pig Pen after the race.
Prior to boarding the bus to Zone 3, give a post-run gear bag to Runner #4 so that you will have clothing when you exchange the chip at the next zone.
Your return bus will drop you at the paddle wheel near Broadway and Mehring Way. Follow Pete Rose Way back to Butler Street. Do not go into the finish line. The last runner on your relay will get all 4 medals for your team and meet you at the Pig Pen relay reunion area.
Relay runner #4 at Zone 4/Linwood:
Get your relay bus from Butler Street north of 3rd. Last bus leaves at 6:30 a.m. for Zone 4.
You will have the post-run gear bag for Runner #3 as well as your own pre-run gear bag to give to Runner #3 at the chip exchange.
Prior to the race, give a post-run gear bag to Runner #1 to put on the gear check bus at the start to be retrieved after your run.
Retrieve your pre-run gear bag from Runner #3 at the Pig Pen after the race.
Runner #4 will get all 4 medals for the team and meet all team members at the Pig Pen relay reunion area.
Any bags inadvertently left at the relay zones will be returned to the bus drop-off area at paddle wheel near Broadway and Mehring Way as the relay zones are closed.
4-Person Relay Exchange Zones and Distances:
4-Person Leg 1: Zone 1
Starting Line to Eden Park at Mirror Lake (6.8 miles) Distance 6.8 miles
4-Person Leg 2: Zone 2
Wasson Road to Eastern at Linwood (19.3 miles) Distance 7.3 miles
4-Person Leg 3: Zone 3
Wasson Road to Eastern at Linwood (19.3 miles) Distance 7.3 miles
4-Person Leg 4: Zone 4
Eastern at Linwood to Finish Line (26.2 miles) Distance 6.9 miles
Getting to the Start/Parking
The Start is within walking distance of the downtown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky hotels. Driving from the North:
I-75 South to the 5th Street Exit. Park north of 4th Street.
I-71 South to Gilbert Avenue Exit. From Gilbert turn right on Liberty Street and left on Sycamore to downtown parking.
I-71 South to the Downtown/Riverfront/3rd Street Exit. Turn right on Broadway and park north of 4th Street. Driving from the South:
I-75 North to the 5th Street Exit. Park north of 4th Street.
I-471 North to the 6th Street Exit to downtown parking. Walking from Northern Kentucky hotels:
Walk across the Clay Wade Bailey Bridge, right on 3rd Street, right on Central Avenue.
Walk across the John A Roebling Bridge left on Theodore Berry Way, left on Elm Street, right on Mehring Way.
Parking
Suggested Parking Locations for Saturday, May 6, 2006
For the 10K, 5K and Piglet Events at Sawyer Point/Yeatman's Cove
Please use any of the following parking lots/garages:
10K Race begins at 8:00 a.m.
Lot D on Mehring Way between Paul Brown Stadium and the Suspension Bridge via Elm or from Mehring Way coming from the WEST ONLY.
Great American Ball Park Garage using entrance from Pete Rose Way at Broadway
East Garage on Pete Rose Way near the US Bank Arena
Transit Center Lot on Peter Rose Way, just past Broadway
Any of the parking lots on Eggleston Avenue
Newport on the Levee Parking Garage/Lots in Newport, Kentucky
5K Race begins at 10:15 a.m. and Piglet Races begin at 11:00 a.m.:
Use any of the suggested locations. Please note that Eggleston Avenue and 5th Street will be utilized for a short time during the 10K. Slight delays may occur between 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Any of the parking lots on Eggleston Avenue
Newport on the Levee Parking Garage/Lots
Sawyer Point Lot at the base of Eggleston on Pete Rose Way
Please note that Pete Rose Way between Mehring Way and Eggleston will be closing for the 10K at 7:45 a.m. It will re-open from 8:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. and will close for the 5K at 9:15 a.m.until 10:45 a.m.
The Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon on Sunday, May 7:
Most of the new Flying Pig Marathon and Half Marathon courses use one side of the street. You can drive on the side opposite the runners going in the opposite direction for most of the course. Course descriptions will tell you which side of the street the runners will be on. Also, check out the Pace Chart, which tells you when the runners will be first arriving at the different mile marks. Printable course maps for all Flying Pig events are also available.
Streets south of 4th Street in downtown Cincinnati will be closed at 5:30 a.m. Be early if you plan on parking near the start. The Marathon, Half Marathon and Marathon Relays start at 6:00 a.m.
Mehring Way will be closed between Central Avenue and Elm Street beginning at 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 7 until 7:00 a.m. Mehring Way between Elm Street and Pete Rose Way will be closed from 5:00 a.m. until 7:00 a.m.
Parking for Sunday, May 7
Lot D on Mehring Way for those arriving by 5:00 a.m. ONLY
Transit Center Lot for those arriving by 5:15 a.m. ONLY
Longworth Hall/ 3rd Street lots and Mehring Way lots. All of these locations are WEST of Central Avenue. Arrive by 5:15 a.m.
Parking lots on Eggleston Avenue
East Garage on Pete Rose Way near US Bank Arena - Arrive by 5:15 a.m.
Great American Ball Park Garage on Pete Rose Way at Broadway - Arrive by 5:15 a.m.
Downtown Cincinnati street parking - All NORTH of 4th Street. For arrivals at any time
For Spectators and Participants coming from the Northern Kentucky:
Before 8:00 a.m., take I-75 North, take the 5th Street exit and park north of 4th Street. After 8:00 a.m. use 5th Street exit or use any of the bridges leading into Cincinnati except the Taylor-Southgate Bridge coming out of Newport.
From I-471 North, take the 6th Street exit and park on downtown streets north of 4th Street.
Water taxi service, provided by BB Riverboats, will depart from the Covington Landing at 4:30 a.m., 5:00 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. and drop passengers off at Paul Brown Stadium. Round trip fare is $4.00. Tickets will be available at the National City Health & Fitness Expo Friday and Saturday. After the race, the water taxi will be available to take passengers back to Northern Kentucky from 9:00 a.m.until 3:00 p.m.
For participants staying in Covington, the Suspension Bridge has a walkway.
The entrance is just east of the Northern Kentucky Convention Center on RiverCenter Boulevard. Walk on the west side (left side) of the bridge. The distance from the base of the bridge in Kentucky to the start at Paul Brown Stadium is about 1 mile one way. The distance to the finish is about 1.2 miles one way.
For participants staying in Newport, the Purple People Bridge is a pedestrian bridge that has access right onto Pete Rose Way at Butler Street. The entrance to the Bridge is on the east end of Newport on the Levee. The distance from the base of the bridge in Kentucky to the start is about 1.7 miles one way. The distance to the finish is about 0.7 miles.
Parking at the Start for Relay Participants:
ALL RELAY PARTICIPANTS TAKING THE BUS MUST PARK AT THE LOTS ON EGGLESTON AVENUE.
Water taxi service, provided by BB Riverboats, will depart from the Covington Landing at 4:30 a.m., 5:00 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. and drop passengers off at Paul Brown Stadium. Round trip fare is $4.00. Tickets will be available at the National City Health & Fitness Expo Friday and Saturday, or Sunday on the boat. After the race, water taxis will be available to take passengers back to Northern Kentucky from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Public Landing on Mehring Way.
Sunday Start Information
Start location for all May 7 running events is Mehring Way and Central Ave at Paul Brown Stadium. Portable restrooms will be on Central Avenue and additional restroom facilities will be available at Paul Brown Stadium.
All races will start promptly at the designated times. Allow plenty of time to get to the Start Line in order to check any gear and seed yourself according to your projected pace time. Downtown streets below 4th Street will close at 5:30 am. If you are driving to the race plan to arrive early. Detailed parking information will be provided on the web site www.flyingpigmarathon.com under Race Information.
Signs will be posted at the Start Area denoting runner's estimated mile pace (i.e. 7:00 min./mile, 8:00 min./mile, etc.). This is for the benefit of all runners. Please start in the designated "Mile Pace" area according to the pace you expect to run the race. Your "chip time" will not start until you cross the ChampionChip sensor at the starting line. The seeded corral is for men with under 3 hours for marathon, 1:30 hour for half marathon and women under 3:30 for marathon, 1:45 hour for half marathon. The "official time" will start when the gun goes off.
Runner Gear Check
Marathon and Half Marathon participants may check gear at the Start Line. Relay participants see special relay information. Buses for runner gear will be located on Central Ave near the intersection of Central Ave and Old Pete Rose Way beginning at 5:00 a.m. Place all of your items in one bag. A tear tag will be provided (detach from your runner bib number) as a means of I.D. Attach the tear tag to your bag prior to drop off at the buses. Runners can claim their gear after the race at the east end of Yeatman's Cove. Show your bib number to the volunteers at the bus window to claim your bag. Allow plenty of time to get to the Start Line in order to check any gear and position yourself according to your projected pace time.
Race (Bib) Number Requirements
Each participant will receive a Race (Bib) number that must be worn on race day. DO NOT alter your race number in any way. Your bib number must be visible and worn on the front outside of all clothing during the entire race so that it may be clearly seen. Bib numbers are non-transferable and MUST be worn by the runner to whom it is assigned.
Medical Support
Medical staff members will be ready to assist you at any time. Radio communications personnel will be positioned at every mile marker along the course. Volunteers at fluid stations are able to assist in finding the radio communicator at the nearest mile marker. Participants may also stop at any of the fire stations along the course if serious medical assistance is needed. There will also be athletic trainers approximately every three miles on course with bandaids and Vaseline.
The medical staff and Marathon officials have the right to withdraw any runner from the race who appears in distress or at risk. There will be a fully equipped medical facility at the Finish Line, staffed by a team of professionals. If you have a health or medical problem at the Finish Line, you will be directed to the Medical Area. Please cooperate if you are asked to go for a checkup. Only runners requiring medical assistance will be permitted in the Medical Area. If you feel that you need help at any point, please ask for it!
If you are unable to finish the race for any reason, please notify a race official of your bib number so that medical personnel is aware.
There will be flags at the relay exchange zones to indicate race conditions. Green flag means good conditions for racing. Yellow flag means moderate risk of heat injury, consider slowing your pace. Red flag means high risk of heat injury or serious environmental condition such as lightning. Consider greatly reducing pace or discontinuing race.
Finish Information
When you cross the finish line you will be greeted by volunteers who will assist you with Champion Chip removal, give you a mylar blanket, and the coveted Flying Pig Finisher Medal. Then it's on to the Recovery Area, where you will get refreshments provided by Panera Bread Company, United Dairy Farmers, Frito Lay and more. Access to Recovery is limited to runners only.
Continue through the Recovery Area and proceed to Sawyer Point and the Victory Party. You can meet your family and friends, who will be waiting for you in the lawn area, near the signs marked with letters of the alphabet.
Shuttle buses will be provided for those who are returning to the downtown area and Northern Kentucky. The shuttle will pick up near the Finish Line at the paddlewheel near Broadway and Mehring Way, and drop off near the Hyatt Hotel in Cincinnati on 5th Street. Buses will also make trips to Northern Kentucky and drop off at the Marriott RiverCenter, Covington Courtyard, Embassy Suites, Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn, and Radisson Hotel. The buses will run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Marathon Awards and Prizes
The overall and division award winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on race day at 9:30 a.m. for the half marathon, 11:30 a.m. for the full marathon and at 12:00 p.m. for the High Endurance Race to the Finish at Sawyer Point. Overall awards to the top five men and women will be determined by gun time, all other division awards by chip time.
Marathon, Half Marathon and Flying Pig 10K
Overall prizes will be awarded to the top five men and women determined by gun time. There will also be awards for the top Cincinnati man and woman and top Ohio man and woman.
Age group prizes will be given to the top three finishers in the following categories for men and women: 17 and under (10K), 14-17 (half marathon), 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+. Award times will be determined by chip time.
Awards will also be given to the top three in each of the following divisions: Clydesdale 200-219 lbs., Clydesdale 220+ lbs., Athena, Masters (men and women), Wheelchair (men and women). Award times will be determined by chip time.
Old Spice High Endurance Race to the Finish
The eighth annual Marathon will feature the new Old Spice High Endurance Race to the Finish, with prizes awarded to the male and female full marathoners, overall and in age divisions, who cover the final mile of the Marathon in the fastest time.
Relay Event
Relay prizes are awarded to the top three men, women and coed teams in all relay divisions.
Victory Party
The Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon Victory Party will be held on Sunday, May 6, near the finish line of the race. The party will run from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with music, food, and fun.
Travel Information
A few airlines have hubs in Cincinnati, making air travel prices relatively reasonable. The airport is located south of the city in Northern Kentucky, but it is only a ten-minute drive to downtown Cincinnati. A cab ride would average $25. Transportation from the airport is available through Executive Transportation. Reservations are required. Call (859) 261-8841 to make reservations. TANK (Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky) also runs from the airport to Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati. Visit their website www.tankbus.org for information and schedules.
For those staying at the recommended hotels, a rental car is not necessary as most of the Marathon Weekend activities are within walking distance (the Expo/Packet Pick-Up, start and finish). Parking in the downtown area will be at a premium, due to the Marathon and other scheduled events taking place.
Review the Course and Support
Get the course map and description from the website. Decide where your family and friends can cheer you on when you most need the support. Spectators should check out the "Getting Around the New Pig."
There are 25 fluid and replacement fluid stations supplied by Gatorade throughout the course. The Clif Shot, a natural energy gel, will be available between miles 17 & 18. Restroom facilities will be spread throughout the course at the relay exchange zones, the start area and the finish area. There will be a bigg's restroom "oasis" with 20 portable restrooms at Mile 12 on Wasson Road. Medical and first aid personnel will be stationed at the finish and at various points along the course.
Sponsors and spectators will provide live entertainment throughout the course. From music and costumes to signs and cheering, participants in the Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon will be supported from the start to the finish!
Join a Clif SHOT Pace Team
The Clif SHOT Pace Teams promise to provide fun and excitement for both first time and experienced marathoners looking to reach their running goals - whether it be a PR or just getting across the finish line. For more information on the pace leaders, visit www.clifbar.com/paceteams
What pace groups will be offered?
Groups will be lead to finish the marathon in the following times: 3:10, 3:20, 3:30, 3:40, 3:50, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 5:00 and 5:30.
Is there a cost to participate?
Participation is free to all marathon participants.
Clydesdale & Athena Information
There is a special division for our more "muscular" marathoners. This allows larger athletes to be more competitive amongst others in their weight categories. The Clydesdale Category for men has two divisions: 200-219 lbs. and 220+ lbs. The Athena Category for women is 140+ lbs. All Clydesdales and Athenas MUST be weighed in at the National City Health & Fitness Expo to verify their registration in this classification. Participants who did not initially register for this classification on their entry form can register at the booth during Expo hours.
Flying Pig Marathon Official Merchandise
The Flying Pig Marathon Official Merchandise Store will have commemorative shirts, hats, pins, and other accessories. The main store will be located at the Health & Fitness Expo and will be open during Expo operating hours. There will also be a booth at the Victory Party at Sawyer Point on race day. The merchandise may be purchased with cash, MasterCard or VISA. In addition you can order year round at the Flying Pig Marathon e-Store on the website.
Volunteer Information
Over 3,000 volunteers are needed to make the Marathon run smoothly. Volunteers are still needed to help! Please contact the Marathon office at (513) 721-PIGS (7447) to volunteer Race Weekend. All volunteers will receive a commemorative Flying Pig Marathon Grunt T-shirt, an invitation to the Victory Party for free food and beverages, and an invitation to the Volunteer Thank You Party sponsored by Grand Victoria Resort & Casino.
Thank-a-volunteer campaign!
The Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon is fortunate to have some of the friendliest and hardest-working volunteers around. More than 3,000 volunteers help us throughout the weekend to ensure you feel welcomed, are fully informed, have a safe, successful and positive running experience, and more! When you have a chance, give a hearty, fun-loving piggy thanks!
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