Bare Performance Nutrition Named Official On-Course Gel and Hydration Partner for 2026 DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend of Events

PITTSBURGH – P3R today announced Bare Performance Nutrition as the Official On-Course Gel and Hydration Partner for the 2026 DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend of Events. Known for its commitment to high-quality, performance-driven fuel, BPN will supply its premium electrolytes and Go Gels at aid stations along the marathon and half marathon courses, ensuring runners have the nutrition they need to perform at their best on Pittsburgh’s iconic point-to-point route. 

Founded by Pennsylvania native and Indiana University of Pennsylvania alumnus Nick Bare, Bare Performance Nutrition began in 2012 as a small supplement company launched from Nick’s college apartment. Built on discipline, transparency, and performance, BPN has grown into a nationally recognized endurance and performance nutrition brand available at major retailers nationwide, including DICK’S Sporting Goods. This partnership brings Nick back to his home state in support of one of the nation’s premier running events. 

“The Pittsburgh Marathon represents grit, community, and high-level performance—values that are core to who we are at BPN,” said Nick Bare, CEO of Bare Performance Nutrition. “Returning to Pennsylvania as the official on-course nutrition partner is incredibly meaningful to me, and we’re excited to fuel thousands of runners as they chase big goals on race day.” 

In addition to on-course fueling, BPN will provide samples of its endurance products at the official Marathon Kick-off Training Run on Jan. 10, as well as select pop-up training events leading up to Marathon Weekend. BPN will also debut a new interactive experience at the Pittsburgh Live Well Expo presented by GNC during race weekend, giving participants and spectators an opportunity to engage with the brand firsthand. 

“Partnering with Bare Performance Nutrition elevates the race-day experience for our participants,” said Troy Schooley, CEO of P3R. “BPN’s commitment to quality and performance aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver world-class events and support runners at every step of their journey—from training to the finish line.” 

Scheduled for May 1–3, 2026, the 2026 DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend of Events is expected to be the largest in event history, with a projected 50,000 participants across multiple races and experiences. For more information, visit thePittsburghMarathon.com.

About the DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend of Events 

The Pittsburgh Marathon was held annually from 1985–2003. After a five-year hiatus, the DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon was relaunched in 2009 and debuted with a sold-out field of 10,000 participants. It has grown each year since, evolving from a single race day into a full weekend of events for the entire family that annually attracts more than 45,000 participants. 

Learn more at ThePittsburghMarathon.com 

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About P3R 

P3R is the region’s premier sporting event and experience expert. Best known for producing the annual DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, P3R organizes up to 20 major events each year. With a proven history of working with top-tier partners such as the Pittsburgh Steelers, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, the Pittsburgh Penguins, and the National Senior Games, P3R delivers operational excellence while inspiring people of all ages and abilities to move. 

Learn more at P3R.org 

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