Classic
distance meets Rock in the ING Rock ‘n Roll Philadelphia
1/2 Marathon on September 19, 2010. Formerly the ING
Philadelphia Distance Run, the ING Rock ‘n Roll is a
Scenic and historic course through many of
Philadelphia’s celebrated sites with a different Rock
Band at every mile. (See
Course Map) Enjoy a scenic and historic course
through many of Philadelphia’s celebrated sites. The
start and finish lines will be on Eakins Oval, by the
Philadelphia Museum of Art. From the start line, runners
will head towards Center City on the legendary Benjamin
Franklin Parkway lined with glorious fountains,
international flags and a vast array public art. You
will then pass City Hall and Independence Hall. After
heading back up Benjamin Franklin Parkway, the course
will roll into the serene and picturesque Fairmount Park
along the Schuylkill River before finishing back at
Eakins Oval. Beautiful scenery and great music to keep
you motivated – what else could you possible want for a
1/2 marathon!
Get
ready for a fun-filled race weekend taking place in the
birthplace of rock ‘n roll and the home of the blues.
Experience Memphis’ rich and unique musical heritage,
great food and tons of Southern hospitality while
participating in a race benefiting the lifesaving work
of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The St. Jude
Memphis Marathon and Half-Marathon provides runners with
an excellent running experience. They know what runners
need and make sure they cover all of the details. If
you are looking for a fun, scenic marathon where you can
run a good time you should give St Jude a try. For
detailed race info visit the
St.
Jude Marathon website. Want a detailed look at
the St. Jude Marathon route as it weaves through
historic Memphis? Can't Stop Endurance has a really
great mile by mile break down with photos.
READ HERE
The
Nautica South Beach Triathlon Olympic distance race
course features a 1.5K ocean swim, a 40K out-and-back
bike course, and a 10K out-and-back run course. The
course will feature a beautiful, warm (expected water
temperature is 78 degrees) ocean swim that will run
parallel to world famous South Beach. The bike course
will be a relatively flat course crossing over Miami
Beach's famous Causeways with scenic views of the
Intracoastal Waterway, downtown Miami and Miami Beach.
The K-Swiss Run Course will be an out and back course,
alongside Miami Beach’s Art Deco District, finishing on
the white sands of South Beach.
Ironman
70.3 Syracuse will utilize the wonderful facilities at
Jamesville Reservoir County Beach Park for the 1.2 mile
swim course as well as the transition areas and athlete
parking. Located just 8 miles southeast of downtown
Syracuse, the facilities at Jamesville Beach Park are
second to none. Athletes will enjoy the beautiful sandy
beach front being used for both swim start and swim exit
as well as the large grass field being utilized for the
transition area at the Ironman 70.3 Syracuse.