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| After each year's marathon, we pay tribute to the star of the show… the course. Runners count on the course each year to pull them through each mile, and every year this course doesn't let them down. Mile after mile the views and the sounds help propel one to the finish line. Be on the lookout for views on the course you might recognize from a hit tv show or movie. Many of those hot spots are part of this incredible course! |
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You will be able to check-in your belongings near the finish line of the race on Biscayne Blvd. The check-in area will be on the north end of Bayfront Park. Please use the bag provided at packet Pick Up. Affix to your bag your bib number sticker which was provided in your registration packet. Please make sure your belongings are well-marked with your contact information. We are NOT responsible for damaged or lost items.
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| If your application is submitted with proof of having completed a marathon after 01/01/06 in a time faster than those listed below, you will be CONSIDERED for a seeded number. Seeded numbers are NOT guaranteed. Seeded runners will be corralled at the front of the start line. All other runners will be asked to "courtesy corral" according to their estimated finish times which have been issued with their respective bib number group. Seeded number requests must be submitted by 12/31/08. |
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- Aid Stations will be placed at approximately every mile after Mile 2.5
- Zephyrhills Water will be provided at each aid station along the course.
- Clif Bar Gels will be available at Mile 11, Mile 15 & Mile 24 (subject to change).
- Gatorade Endurance Formula (Lemon-Lime) will be provided at every station.
- There will be an aid station at the start and finish line.
- Medical personnel will also be present at several stations, start line, and finish area. The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine will make sure runners are provided with top notch first-aid care.
- Over 100 Port-o-let units will be placed for your convenience throughout the course (mostly near each aid stations).
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The truth is Miami and Miami Beach are at sea level; we have really no noticeable elevation changes. However, we do have to have a way to get from one beautiful piece of land to another without getting our feet in the water. Description of bridges or as we say in Miami "hills":
- A 1/4 of a mile into the race there is the largest of the bridges (9 meters above sea level-highest elevation on the course) that is really not too tough because it is gradual and early in the race. This bridge connects us to Watson Island.
- At the 2.5 mile mark you'll have a second incline that is less gradual of an incline but much lower in height than the first bridge. This connects us to the island of Miami Beach.
- At the 8.5 mile mark you'll encounter a "hump" drawbridge that really isn't anything that will slow you down nor take much out of you. This is just more island hopping.
- At the 10.5 mile mark there is another "hump" just slightly higher than the 8.5 mile drawbridge.
- At the 13.1 mile mark you'll find yourself with a drawbridge that gives you an incredible view of the Miami River but again it is not that tall of a bridge.
- At the 25.9 mile mark you'll go over a drawbridge that goes almost unnoticed because it is small and as you go up it you'll begin to hear the cheers and the music of the finish line.
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Miami is known for entertaining its visitors and residents, so of course we couldn't have a marathon without offering Miami-Style entertainment. In fact you'll be getting over 15 entertainment stations along your journey through paradise.
Entertainment coordination is provided by Music Desires. Send email to the entertainment director.
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- The course is a USATF certified flat single loop course.
- There are several bridges well spread out along the course with a very slight graduated incline. The bridges are being held in the closed-to-vessel position for the duration of the race.
- Digital time clocks will be positioned throughout the course.
- Course markers, directional arrows, and other signage will be positioned throughout the course.
- ChampionChip mats will be placed at the start, 10K, 13.1 Mile, 30K and finish line.
- Several digital clocks at the Finish Line will display unofficial times.
- The marathon will feature entertainment along the course for both spectators and runners.
- If you signed-up for the full-marathon and you decide to run the half-marathon you will receive a half-marathon finisher's medal.
- Please adhere to 'courtesy corralling'. Line up at the start line area according to your estimated finish time.
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The time period for the marathon is historically among Miami's driest and coolest time of the year. Nevertheless, we recommend that you please plan and prepare accordingly. Miami's tropical weather can be humid, warm and wet.
Get a sense for how pleasant our climate is during that time of the year...
- Average start temp in the low 60's
- Average noon temp in the mid 70's
- Actual 2003 start temperature 51° F
- Actual 2004 start temperature 65° F
- Actual 2005 start temperature 63° F
- Actual 2006 start temperature 70° F
- Actual 2007 start temperature 68° F
- Actual 2008 start temperature 59° F
* The winter in Miami, can vary drastically so please plan accordingly in case marathon day is warm and humid. As the day progresses, on a clear day with mild temperatures, direct sun can warm things up rather quickly throughout your race.
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| More info To help you hit your goal time, the ING Miami Marathon® has partnered with New Balance to offer pace groups. For more information click here. |
The sights along the course are probably going to be extremely familiar, for hundreds of Hollywood hits have been shot at the very deco buildings you'll be running by, the sidewalks you run alongside, and the waters you'll trot across.
Movies and TV shows are such a big part of this course that we have created a seminar during ING Miami Marathon® Weekend at the Health & Fitness Expo presented by The Miami Herald and El Nuevo Herald. The seminar will focus on movies and other trivia that pertain to the marathon route.
For a list of the Major Motion Pictures shot on or near the course click here.
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