Utah Valley Marathon - 5 Star Marathon Maniac!

This is it! Marathon number three, the last one for our 5 Star Maniac plan.

Stats for Utah Valley Finishers:

6832

MARSHA

MONSON

2:46:37

5:50:45

5:50:36

56

F

RIVERTON

UT

6635

TEOTA

DANGEL

2:46:27

5:50:45

5:50:36

48

F

SALT LAKE

UT

7501

TERESA

BAKER

2:32:34

5:58:31

5:57:46

49

F

SLC

UT

7078

BOB

BAKER

2:08:31

4:29:08

4:28:23

50

M

SALT LAKE CITY

UT

6848

LINDSAY

BAKER

1:48:48

3:30:59

3:30:16

22

F

SALT LAKE CITY

UT

7499

ANGELINE

WHITWORTH PACE

2:24:16

5:02:29

4:59:58

45

F

DRAPER

UT

            LIZ GOTTER

7767

YOLANDA

HOLDER

3:03:03

6:14:14

6:12:38

54

F

CORONA

CA

5822

SUE

MANTYLA

1:53:46

3:53:40

3:53:32

57

F

SALT LAKE CITY

UT

8034

JONATHAN

CRAMPTON

1:57:47

4:04:31

4:03:05

50

M

PLEASANT GROVE

UT

Bear Lake Marathon

This is marathon two in the 5 star quest.

The Marathon course will begin on the east side of the lake. This is one of the most scenic parts of the lake where it has beautiful beaches, fields and mountains. There is little traffic on this side and extends for almost 16 miles. The last portion of the course will continue around Laketown, Rendezvous Beach and Ideal Beach Resort. Ideal Beach Resort is where you will enter on the paved bike trail that will take you to the finish line at the Garden City Park.

This marathon was specifically designed for the 50 State club marathoners that have requested to run in two different states, during the same weekend, while they are staying in the Bear Lake area. Bear Lake sits on the state line between Utah and Idaho. The road around the lake is just over 50 miles. Marathoner’s that participate in both marathons, will be able to boast about running around the entire Bear Lake in one weekend.

Bear Lake Idaho Marathon will have an "early start" on Friday, June 8, at 4:00a.m.

This course will actually start in Garden City Park in Utah. The race will finish at the Idaho State Park on the East side of the Lake.  The hills at the end but that eliminates the busiest section of the road in the early morning before the traffic picks up. Both parks are along the main road that wraps around the Bear Lake.

Aid stations throughout the course: Water, Gatorade, energy gel, and fruit.
Multiple restrooms are located at the start and finish lines. There are also restrooms available throughout the course.

Finishing medals and running shirts will be provided to all runners.

Official times will be posted on the web site shortly after the race.

There will not be any busing for this race, but there will be transportation available after the race for those needing transportation back to the Garden City Park.

Stats:

1164  Teota Dangel 5:28:22

1188  Craig Martinosky 5:51:30

1122  Nick Karem 6:1816

1178  Yolanda Holder 6:23:44

1171  Larua Gorycki 6:25:00

1193  Marsha Monson 6:25:00

1129  Larry Macon 6:28:44

1172  Liz Gotter 6:41:00

1186  Dave Mari 6:44:47

Casper Marathon

To offer a fun, friendly, enjoyable Marathon experience. We will provide a well organized event that offers many of the amenities of larger marathons but without the crowds.

This was one great trip. We went to run the 10th anniversary

Marathon Maniacs, Casper Marathon 2012

THE COURSE

The course starts at the Casper Events Center. The Events Center is on the bluff above the Platte River and the City of Casper. A large indoor space is available for warm up with pre race water and snacks, coffee and restrooms. The City of Casper, Wyoming, a Marathon sponsor, operates the Events Center. Ample parking is available at the Events Center, or for intrepid souls wanting a warm up walk, the Casper Ramada Plaza Riverside finish line is 120 feet and a half mile below. A shuttle bus will run between the Event Center and the Host hotel before the marathon.

The starting line is located just beyond the statue of city namesake Caspar Collins, the U.S. Calvary officer killed in an Indian battle in May, 1865. The route proceeds along Events Drive, then turns north onto East Road. The course passes the Model Airplane facility and the Casper Speedway, two of a number of City of Casper recreational facilities in the area. Watch for antelope herds in the area. Turn left on East Road past the East Road/ Amoco Road aid station at mile .75 onto Amoco Road, and up a slight uphill stretch. To the north is Soda Lake, originally an oil refinery wastewater site, now a bird sanctuary. The next left puts you on North Poplar to the Poplar/Events Drive aid station at mile 2.5. The course turns back on Events Drive and the East Road/Amoco Road aid station at mile 4.0. Turn right on Amoco Road leads to a rolling stretch to Bryan Stock Trail road at mile 5. The view to the south is of Casper Mountain, elevation 8200 feet. The Mountain is a recreation gem for the City, with downhill and cross country skiing facilities, and mountain bike and running trails. This section of the course drops 120 feet to the Platte River, and the Platte River Parkway aid station at mile 6.

The remainder of the Marathon follows the Platte River Parkway, a paved recreational trail operated by the Platte River Parkway Trust, and the recreational trails at the Platte River Commons. This recreational corridor extends 11 miles following the Platte River through Casper. The softball field bridge at mile 6.5 is the second of nine river crossings. The next mile and one half runs through Crossroads Park, an undeveloped park area. Oregon Trail wagon ruts are still visible in the park. Watch for deer and antelope in the area. At mile 8 the Crossroads Aid station is adjacent to the Crossroads Adventure Park, a Casper Rotary Centennial Project. The trail passes behind the outfield fence of Mike Lansing Baseball Fields. Runners pass the finish area at the Ramada Plaza Riverside and jog back across the Platte at mile 10.7. From this point on the course is out and back.

After crossing the Platte River and looping beneath the interstate, the Parkway Plaza comes into view. The course parallels the Platte River and passes several boat launching areas and the Old Town miniature golf course at Mile 8.5/25.8. A loop under First Street leads to another crossing of the Platte River to the Jonah Bank. Look for sculptures along the bank and the fisherman statute In the middle of the river. The oil derrick at mile 9.5/ 25.3 celebrates the Natrona County oil and gas industry. Oil and gas production spurred the growth of Casper when the famous Salt Creek Oil Field opened in the 1880s. The infamous Teapot Dome Oil Reserve Field, thirty miles north of Casper, was central to a national scandal during the President Harding administration in 1922. Across the river is the former site of the Amoco oil refinery, which operated from 1910 to 1990. It has been redeveloped into a Platte River Commons Business Park.

 The Amoco Park aid station is at mile 10.2/24.4. This part of the course parallels the Casper Whitewater Park. There are 5 drops for kayaks, canoes, and other watercraft. Marathon runners continue west past the Tate Pump House building, which has been renovated into Platt River Parkway business office. The course continues to the Town of Mills 1^st Street Park aid station at mile 11.6/19.7. The next stretch of trail passes behind the WOTCO plant, a manufacturer of huge coal mile hauling equipment. The course crosses Southwest Wyoming Blvd. at Mile 12.5/18.8, and across the Platte River one last time on the outbound loop. On the right is Fort Caspar Park, a city-operated museum containing a wealth of information about the history of Casper, especially the military and immigrant trails.

The next aid station is at Morad Park, mile 13.7/17.3. The trail continues through Audubon Park, then past the Wyoming Game and Fish headquarters and BLM Casper office. The trail leaves the river and goes up a short, but steep, little hill to Magnolia Street at mile 15/16.8. A gradual downhill leads to the turnaround point on Paradise Valley Park aid station at Mile 16.

The return trip follows the same route back to the Pump House, where runners turn right across the bridge to the Platte River Commons Business Park trail system. The trail loops around the Business Park and Three Crowns Golf Course, a Robert Trent Jones designed course. The Railroad Bridge Aid Station is at Mile 21.8, and the Three Crowns Golf Course aid station is at mile 23.5. Runners return across the Tate Pump House Bridge and turn right to the Amoco Park aid station at mile 24.7. Follow the trail past the Casper Ramada Plaza Riverside sign and across the finish line. Relax, smile, you did it!

 
The results:

45 Angeline Pace 45 Draper UT 5:10:18 5:10:17.20 11:51   248

47 Teota Dangel  48 Salt Lake City UT 5:10:45 5:10:34.30 11:51   211

80 Marsha Monson 56 Riverton UT  6:19:05 6:18:55.00 14:28   217 

91 Liz Gotter    32 Orem UT   6:37:55 6:37:45.70 15:11   214

Marsha FEMALE AGE GROUP:  50 - 59 I came in 26 of 27.

21 Laurence Macon 67 San Antonio TX   6:12:45 6:12:45 14:13   112 

22 Nick Karem     68 Louisville KY    6:13:57 6:13:13 14:15   199 

Eugene Marathon

  

2012 Course Description

The 26.2 mile race starts on the corner of 15th Avenue and Agate Street, in front of historic Hayward Field. The course runs the first 9 miles through south Eugene around Amazon Park and the University of Oregon. Runners then cross the Knickerbocker footbridge and split from the half marathoners as the full marathon participants turn east (right) down the canal path toward Springfield. The 5 mile Springfield loop takes participants by Island Park and Springfield High School and ends with a scenic pass by the University of Oregon’s Autzen Stadium and the baseball park on Leo Harris Parkway.

Participants return to the Eugene bike paths where they enjoy approximately 9 miles of scenic river trails and run in and out of six parks.  Along the way, runners will cruise by Alton Baker Park, Owens Rose Garden and Skinner Butte. In total, participants run through or along 12 parks before they reach the finish line, through the arches of Powell Plaza and the final stretch on the track at historic Hayward Field. No doubt, this is one of the prettiest and flattest certified marathons in the country!

2012 Race Details

• Start Time: 7:00 a.m.; Sunday, April 29th
• Start Location: Corner of 15th & Agate
• Finish Location: Hayward Field Track

Stats for the race:

Bib 2827

MARSHA MONSON

Marathon » Riverton, UT

Finished 05:22:52

• Overall 2,150th of 2,357
• Female 944th of 1,072
• F55-59 26th of 35

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Bib 2433

ANGELINE WHITWORTH PACE

Marathon » Draper, UT

Finished 04:46:30

• Overall 1,846th of 2,357
• Female 750th of 1,072
• F45-49 69th of 117

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Sand Hollow Marathon

 

The hottest marathon of my marathon career.

Marathon Maniacs

When

This race

Running Sand Hollow

 The hottest marathon of my marathon career.

Some thoughts from a letter from Jason the race director:

Dear Runners,

Saturday night after a personal record of being awake for 36 hours ( I'm training for an Ultra so it's OK:) I finally couldn't hang on any longer and crashed at 6pm with a huge smile on my face.
I awoke at 2am and to my surprise was wide awake -my lovely wife (who can out-work anyone I've ever seen, and is a 'Hollow legend for her work on the race course each year) was awake as well. We spent over an hour exchanging tales about the fantastic runners we met, their stories and how much we love the the new friends we made.

We then took out pen and paper and wrote down things we could do better and ideas that we had for next year, we did this until 430am and then we drifted off to the lovely "after the marathon" slumber that only runners and race directors know of.

Each year the marathon fills my soul with inspiring performances and smiles of new, old and soon to be best friends. Only two years into the "Hollow I have been blessed to meet so many fantastic runners that I can hardly believe that I get to do this each year!
Every year each one of you leave a bit of your spirit, smiles, agony and pain along the course (and in some cases ecto-plasm and a bit of your cape) this settles into the pavement and builds the legend of the race. I feel it every year when you are gone, the course is alive for a few days after you all return to your homes.
I have a good friend who is a dynamic runner and even better human being who often talks (half joking and half serious) with me about the "gods of the marathon" and how as runners and race directors we need to have respect for the sport and the event. As you know the marathon is ancient and full of legend, I like to think that we are building a legend here at Sand Hol low and in doing so we we appease the marathon gods.
On Saturday I believe that the marathon gods smiled down upon the  Sand Hollow Marathon and blessed us, the weather was fantastic! Last year we had 8 hours of rain and at the end of the race it was 38 degrees! Wow! This year an interesting thing happened; when my last two runners came in ( One with a broken toe and holding hands,and a few tears (from me) it was calm. Less than five minutes later the wind started at 20-30 mph, and it got really nasty for about an hour. How lucky we were! Thank you marathon gods!
I want to most of all thank you- the runners for coming and supporting the Sand Hollow Marathon. I form an amazing bond with my runners and consider them family. I have vivid memories of my 'Hollow friends running with stress fractures in their toes and legs, injured and in pain -yet finishing strong and touching my life. - Thank you.
I watched as many first-timers cro ssed the finish line and became a new person, while inspiring their family, friends and children to greater heights -Thank you.
I watched as the veterans pushed themselves to over 50 marathons, over 100 marathons, and incredibly over 200 marathons- Thank you.
I watched a band of brothers push themselves to the brink so that we could have a good laugh and smile on our faces - Thank you.

I watched the 'mommas do it again and bring a few more friends and brighten up the course. I met two really cool California girls, a Tar heel, a Duck, a few Longhorns and even a Rhode Islander who took a moment to leave a bit of his imprint on our course. -Thank you.
I saw Elite Athletes push themselves, befriend each other, run a great race and then stick around to cheer other runners on.- Thank you.
I saw a few runners cross the finish line with tears in their eyes, and I felt that. -Thank you.
I watched parents transform into heroes in the eyes of their children.- Thank you.

I saw tough men with tattoos get a little tougher and maybe, just maybe I thought I saw a tear fall from their chiseled faces. Thank you.
I saw some folks in the back of the pack (were the real race is) gut it out and find out what they are made of. Thank you.
I watched many of you destroy a hill that did not destroy you. Thank you.

I watched two crazy super-hero guys make everyone happy with their amazing ability to run, joke, testify of shoes and fight crime? all at the same time. Thank you.

(those of you who know me realize how incredibly hard it was for me not to "suit up" and run with Zero and Drop:)
I watched 189 friends come into my life and enrich my soul. Thank you.

OK, so I realize that it's almost time for a group hug, and I'm sure everyone is feeling the love right about now- but wait, it gets better! My parting gift to all of you is free,
yes F-R-E-E photos of your race. All you need to do is go to http://www.runningguru.com/Index.asp Create an account (takes like 15 seconds) and then you can download all the free photos your little lactic acid filled hearts desire! Use the code "sand" at checkout  and your order will be free! Sand Hollow's way of saying; We Love you!
Please come and run with us next year, please post your photos on Facebook, drop me a line if you wish, and keep on running!

See you next year at the 'HOLLOW !

-Jason

 

What is Marathon Fever?

Marathon Fever is described generally as an irrational urge to run 26.2 miles. Onset may be sudden, or may occur after a long and gradual incubation period. Symptoms may include signs of mania; a sudden increase in levels of technical fabric in one's wardrobe; a change in sleeping patterns (e.g., waking up at 5 a.m. to run); hoarding of energy gels; and compulsive spending on such items as shoes, visors, and GPS watches. The first recorded case of Marathon Fever occurred in Greece, circa 490 B.C.

How is Marathon Fever transmitted?

New runners may contract Marathon Fever any number of ways. Most commonly, newbies pick it up from a friend, relative, or coworker who has recently run a marathon. It can be transmitted through the air, as a marathoner talks about his or her exploit; or virally, as when a runner views one of those motivational-quote images via email or Facebook. In rare cases, a runner has picked up Marathon Fever simply by touching a marathoner's finisher's medal. Note that, contrary to widespread belief, Marathon Fever CANNOT be transmitted through bites. If a marathoner bites you, you should wash and bandage the wound immediately, especially if the bite has broken the skin. But you are not in danger of contracting Marathon Fever.

How is Marathon Fever treated?

There is no known treatment for Marathon Fever. Sufferers must let the illness run its course. Usually this means entering, training for, and finishing a marathon. This may result in blisters, bloody nipples, stiffness, body aches, loss of gross motor control, and confusion -- all signs that the body is ridding itself, at last, of the sickness.

California International Marathon - A PR!!!!!

California State Capital

Getting ready for this exciting marathon has been quite a busy week for me. Whenever I am getting ready to go out of town there is always a lot to do. I've been make lists and trying not to forget anything. This trip was a fun one with two purposes, visit Nancy and run my 3rd marathon ever.

My destination, Sacramento, CA. Since Nancy lives in Elk Grove I will be staying with her. This will be the first time in years I have stayed there since mom's house is sold just a couple of weeks ago. Liz, who is also running, is staying with her sister in Folsom.

The marathon I am running is the CIM or California International Marathon. This 26.2 race has been run on the same course for 29 years. 

Day one, Thursday December 1st I arrived at the newly built Terminal B at the Sacramento International Airport. Not knowing that it had a new terminal I was quite shocked that I had to get on a people mover, looked like a fast train. I had to take a long escalator down from the third floor to the first. My plane, which took off late from Salt Lake because of high winds arrived 20 minutes early because of a tail wind. It took Nancy a few minutes to arrive at the airport, but she soon picked me up. It was a new experience for her because everything looked different and she had to pay close attention to the new signs to find me.

After she picked me up we went to lunch at the Subway in Elk Grove by her house. After lunch one place I like to go in Elk Grove is Pet Club. It is a discount store that sells the two treats I feed my dogs at the best price. After that stop we went to her local running store to look around. Then it was on to Kohl's for some shopping time together. We really had a good time just being together. I bought quite a few things for Sunday wear. It was really nice. Soon it was evening and we went to dinner and then to the grocery store. Finally, home to Nancy's where I was greeted by Aiden & Gizmo.

Now this is what a call enough porta potties.

Day two, Friday December 2nd. Nancy and I spent time with the dogs in the morning and then she drove me out to Folsom to look at the rolling hills in the marathon course. We went to the start line, easy to spot because there was the longest row of porta potties I've ever seen. Since I was concerned about the size of the rolling hills it was nice to see that they weren't steep. We only went a few miles, but it made me feel better to see the terrain. This was so helpful and I was able to finalize my running plan. I decided to do 2:1 right off, not the 3:1 I had planned previously. As previously planned we went to Apple Hill about 30 miles away which is a community where they grow apples. There are a few farms still open for the holiday season and we had a nice lunch and did a little shopping.

Lunch in Apple Hill, Marsha & Nancy.

Soon it was time to drive into Sacramento, go to the expo and pick up my race number and shirt. My number, issued by entrants last name, was 4917. This was a large race. At the expo there are lots of running booths with all the latest running gear. I love shopping at these.

Loved the decorations at packet pickup.

Liz and Marsha, ready to run the CIM.

I met Liz at the expo. This is her 8th marathon this year, her 13th since she started running. She is an inspiration to me. She ran one 16 days ago also. I ended up buying a small running belt called a Spi-belt. It is a small belt to put a few things in like a car key, cell phone, etc. It is pretty stretchy. Nancy & I went out for a nice pasta dinner at Strings after the expo. The carb loading has begun for me.

Day three, Saturday December 3. Today Nancy and I are going to her Sheltie club Christmas party, which is a luncheon at The Old Spaghetti Factory. I missed my Sheltie party in Utah. I had a nice time visiting with the folks, especially Nancy's friends Gayle Ann and Terry who both work with Nancy in the No-Cal Sheltie Rescue, a group who find homes for rescued Shelties. After the lunch there was a steal the gift exchange, always an exciting time. Doggie stuff. It was fun. When it was over Nancy and her two friends find a cozy corner and have a private Christmas gift exchange.

That afternoon we got back to Nancy's house and packed to go to a Courtyard Marriott in Sacramento. This was one of the 5am pickup locations for the marathon. We went out for a nice fish dinner together and then we checked into the hotel. Nancy watched as I laid out all my clothes and stuff for the race in the morning. Put my race number on my belt and my sign (made for me by Liz) on the back of my shirt. My goal to qualify to be a Marathon Maniac was one day away!!! It is quite a production to get me ready for race in the early morning. Went to bed about 9:30pm. Alarm is set for 4:15am.

Liz gave me this sign to pin on my back.

Day four, Sunday. Wake up before alarm. Turn on a small light to let my sister sleep. And start the getting ready process. I like everything to be just right. Once I've got every lotion, cute running clothes and techno gear on I am ready to eat breakfast. 1 shake, 2 cold poached eggs and a piece of bread. Then I head for the bus outside the hotel. I get in for the long ride to the start line.

Before the race, Liz and me.

When we arrive in Folsom the buses parked and waited in a line of about 5 across blocking the road. There were a lot of them. They stay so that runners can stay warm and have a place to sit until the race starts at 7am. I had to make 2 restroom trips. That's just the way it is race morning. Soon Liz arrived and it was time to line up for the start. I threw my sweat bag on the truck and we lined up.

Liz you maniac.

GO!!!! And we are off and running. My second marathon in 16 days. It was quite cool out so I kept my jacket, which I bought at a thrift store so when I warm up I will toss it to the side of the road. It will go back to a thrift store. Recycling.

Picked up my pace for this one.

Most of the course is small rolling hills. Runners call them "rollers." With the lower altitude for me they didn't seem to effect me much at all because I have trained the hills around my home at the 4200 elevation. Breathing here is a piece of cake. And they closed down the entire road for this race so there is no car exhaust to breathe. Wow. So nice and much safer. Feeling strong, I ran a few miles with Liz and then it was time to think about running my own race. My unspoken goal was 5 hours 30 minutes. When the pacer with the 5:25 sign ran by I decided to try to stay by them. I told Liz I wanted that time, she said you're strong, go for it!

It was hard keeping in the group when I run 2 min, walk 1 min. So I would run faster, get ahead, then the group would pass by me when I was walking. I did this for miles. Then it was time for my bathroom break. I got in and out quickly but I never could catch back up to that pace group. On my own I kept my time goal in site, it gave me a boost when I saw the 5:25 sign bobbing up and down ahead. I ran the race as hard as I could, loving that my sister was part of my race today and she made a couple of cheering stops along the way. I was making great time, feeling good.
Many things make a great run. The course, the aid stations, the runners, the people cheering, the weather, no waiting at a porta potty ... it was all so perfect.

Towards the end of the race I was getting a bit tired and noticed my miles weren't run as fast as I thought I was going. Mile 23 13:01.3 & Mile 24 13:26.2  I got to doing some mental math and realized that I needed to pick up my pace. So I did. Then I saw I was still a little behind and so at about 2 miles out I decided to just run in. No walk breaks. I was so close to my goal, and running in would help me to stay close to it. Mile 25 12:30.4 and Mile 26 11:59.5. Finish line here I come! 

With my sister Nancy there to witness my finish I ran in at 5:33.15 !!! A personal record for me. I had run 2 marathons in 16 days and was now a Marathon Maniac. It feels good when I accomplish something hard. 

Mesquite Tri States Marathon - A PR!!!!!

This is marathon number one in my streak of two marathons in 16 days to become a MARATHON MANIAC!!! This is a quest that started out with a 3 race scenario in 90 days, but later when I realized that the last two were only 16 days apart, and this would qualify me, I dumped the first one, sized it down to a half and decided two would work for me.

Teota, Liz, Me and Cyndie.

I love girl trips and this one was bound to be fun with Cyndie, Liz, Teota and I. Teota drove us in her nice BMW, that car has all the bells and whistles. We left on Friday morning and stopped for a sandwich on our way to Nevada. The weather was nice for us and we had a nice safe trip.
Once we arrived in Mesquite we had some time before packet pickup to check into our hotel and get settled in. The packet pickup went quick and after that we went to dinner at a restaurant in the casino. Then Teota dropped us off at our hotel a short distance away and we were headed for bed.
Races are always fun, but this one will be especially fun because two of my friends, Cyndie Nell and Teota Dangle will become Marathon Maniacs today. That special day is another 2 weeks off for me.

The amount of potties for the amount of runners did not match up. 

Hangin' before the race.

Yeah, running in the middle of nowhere!

Cyndie wearing her sign. 

Entering our second state as the race officially started in Utah.

Saw someone do the snake hop dance, only when we
got up to this point in the road it was a tarantula.

Mile countdown was backwards,
17 is Jan's favorite number.

Teota wearing her sign.

Scenery along the way.

Yes, long and lonely out there.

Some parts were very pretty.

Taking a picture of myself.

Wall near the end of the 26.2 miles.

Cyndie did her marathon maniac streak of 3 marathons in 78 days by running the Pocatello Marathon, the SoJo Marathon and finally the Mesquite Marathon. She is now maniac #4557.
It is critical to know your number when you are a maniac. Everyone's number is way cool.
Then Teota went for her streak of 3 marathons in 63 days. She ran the Top of Utah Marathon, the Marine Corps Marathon and then Mesquite. Her number is #4560.

Teota crosses the finish line "I'm a maniac, maniac..."

Teota shows off the medal.

26.2 finisher, one down, one to go in 2 weeks.

Cyndie on approach to the finish line.
She's a maniac for sure.

Cyndie finishes, get her a chair this girl
has had a rough run.

After getting lost because the race directors picked
up all the signs, Liz makes it to the finish line.
It is her fault we all want to be maniacs.

I would not do this race again, lots of hills and the race directors are unfriendly. Luckily they got the best and friendliest volunteers. Those people treated us good. 

Race stats:

26.2 miles  5:50:17

My Garmin dumped all my stats, I was very disappointed in that. Since the software update I now have to push the "reset" button to save workouts.