Marathon and Half Marathon

The Invited Runner Application Process for 2013 will open on February 1st, 2013. All applications are being reviewed equally and athletes will be notified by July 1st. Contact info@akronmarathon.org for additional questions.

Invited Runner Application

Qualifying Standards

Marathon

  • Men Open Division: 2:42:00
  • Men Masters Division: 2:50:00
  • Women Open Division: 3:05:00
  • Women Masters Division: 3:20:00

Half Marathon

  • Men Open Division: 1:10:00
  • Men Masters Division: 1:18:00
  • Women Open Division: 1:24:00
  • Women Masters Division: 1:32:00

Invited Runner Premiums

  • Free entry into the Akron Marathon / Half Marathon
  • VIP Packet Pickup
  • Marathon – Official Marathon jacket complete with Akron Marathon logo
  • Half Marathon – Official Brooks Half Marathon shirt
  • One year subscription to Running Times magazine
  • Special “IR” bib number and a front position at the starting line
  • Personal gear bag handling from the start to the finish
  • Special and private “IR” area at the finish line equipped with fluids, food, gear bag delivery, and massage therapists