Finding 11 other teammates is not as hard as you may think. You probably know 3 or 4 runners and they probably know 3 or 4 more. Teams made up this way (with friends of friends) are often the most fun. By the end of the race you'll have 11 great friends!

Here are a few tips that will make finding a team simple and stress-free:

Tip #1: Find a Co-Captain
Find a good leader who is excited about the event. Put this person in charge of filling one of the vans. Now both of you just need to find 5 runners instead of 11.

Tip #2: Commit Your Teammates
Do not guarantee any teammate (even your spouse) a spot on your team until you have received their entry fee. Teammates who have not paid don't feel committed to train and, more often that not, they back out.

Tip #3: Don't Wait to Register
If you have not found an entire team and the registration deadline is approaching don't worry. You can register your team now and add team members later. A good rule of thumb is to have 6-8 teammates before you register your team.

Tip #4: Use the Ragnar Relay Message Board
If you can't fill your team or a teammate drops out don't panic. The Ragnar Relay TeamFinder is designed to match teams with runners. Concerned about having a stranger join your team? Don't be, by the time you reach the finish line that stranger will be your best friends.