What happens if I sign up for this challenge but then can't do it?

No problem. We understand that sometimes life gets in the way of your plans. If you find that you have signed up for one of our races then decide not to participate, we would be happy to defer your place onto another race at the same value. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds unless it is under special circumstances at the discretion of management.

How do I send you my evidence?

Submitting your evidence is really easy. Simply take a screenshot of your activity from your mobile and visit our secure submission form at https://the-running-bug.com/submit-your-evidence/ where you can upload your file. This will be emailed to us. We accept evidence from all activity apps including Strava, Garmin, Fitbit, etc. Once you have sent your evidence, you should be redirected to a confirmation page.

How long does it take to receive my medal?

Once your medal has been posted, you will receive another email to confirm. We aim to post your medals within 7 days of the conclusion of the event. All medals are sent second class by Royal Mail delivery. Medals sent to an address outside the UK can take longer. We do not take any responsibility for the loss or damage of medals in transit.

What happens if I don't receive my medal?

From time to time, items do get damaged or lost in the postal system. Unfortunately, we don’t have any control over this. However, we appreciate this can be frustrating and disappointing not receiving your medal. If in the event that you have not received a medal within 14 days after the event, please contact us with a photo of the damaged medal if appropriate and we will send a replacement medal for free. If in the event we do not have any replacement medals, we would be happy to transfer your place onto another race at no additional charges to you.

Do you accept entries outside the UK?

Yes we do. However, please be aware that non-UK entries incur a higher charge to cover extra administrative and postage costs. If a non-UK resident purchases a UK entry, The Running Bug reserves the right to refuse entry.

Marathon Mania

From The Running Bug

Saturday 1st January – Tuesday 31st May 2022 Past event

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the highly anticipated Marathon Mania, organized by The Running Bug! This exciting virtual challenge kicks off on Saturday, January 1, 2022, and runs until Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Participants can run, walk, or jog a marathon distance of 26.2 miles at their own pace, anytime and anywhere throughout the year.

Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a newcomer to the running community, this event is perfect for everyone! Each participant will receive a stunning white aluminum medal adorned with a colorful ribbon, celebrating their accomplishment. After completing your challenge, simply upload a screenshot of your activity on The Running Bug's website, and your medal will be mailed to you within 10 working days. Don't miss out on this chance to challenge yourself and earn a fantastic reward while being part of a vibrant global community. Join the fun and make 2022 your best year yet with Marathon Mania!

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Our annual Marathon Mania virtual challenge is back for the second year, but with a twist. You can now complete this challenge anytime in 2022.

Run, walk or jog a marathon (26.2 miles), anywhere at any pace, anytime during 2022.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?
All participants will receive a beautiful white aluminum medal with a plain colour ribbon for their achievement.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER MY CHALLENGE?
Once you have completed your challenge, simply go to the running bug website and upload a screenshot of your activity on our secure submission form here. Once your evidence has been sent, you should be redirected to a confirmation page. Then that's it! Your medal should arrive within 10 working days.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We do accept entries from overseas participants. However, please note that is an extra charge to cover postage costs. There may also be extra import duty charges and customs taxes depending on your country. You are liable to pay such charges. The Running Bug is unable to advise on these charges as they differ from country to country. We recommend you contact your local tax office.

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