Miami Beach 13.1 Marathon® Course Details
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Runner Start: 6:13 AM
Start Location: Ocean Drive at 12th Street
Click Here for the Course Map (USATF #Pending)
Course Description
Runners will take the scenic route of South Beach with a start on famous Ocean Drive and a beautiful beach side finish. The route provides the prefect tour of the city as it winds its way through this eclectic Art Deco mecca. A Karhu 5K run/walk will also take place on a portion of the same course for friends, family, or anyone who wants to participate in this exciting experience.
Miami Beach 13.1 Marathon® is WALKER FRIENDLY. The course will remain open for 3 hours and 30 minutes (16 minute/mile pace). Keep in mind there are two bridges on the Julia Tuttle that provide a nice challenge yet a rewarding panoramic view of our skyline.
Average Temperature
While March means snow, wind and temperature in the 30's across most of America, the shorelines of Miami and Miami Beach weather in the low 60's and 70's. So enjoy the beauty of the scenery at 13.1® Miami Beach and will soak up the cool temps and blue skies before and after you run!
Mile Markers & Split Times
Each mile marker will have a large clock displaying the "gun time" of the event.Event Status System
An
Event Status System will be displayed at each mile marker indicating the
status of the race based on the current course and weather conditions:Green – "Normal" - Good conditions; runners/walkers should be alert and enjoy the race.
Yellow – "Caution" - Less than ideal conditions; runners/walkers should slow down and drink plenty of water.
Red – "Dangerous" - Potentially dangerous conditions;
- Heat - runners/walkers should slow down and drink plenty of water.
- Lighting/Hail/Tornado - runners/walkers should take cover at the closest shelter until the course is reopened.
Black – "Cancelled" - Extreme dangerous conditions; Event cancelled, participation stopped – runners/walkers should stop, seek shelter and follow instructions from race staff, volunteers, and public safety officials.
Aid Stations
There will be water and Gatorade (Gatorade Endurance Formula) stations along the course and at the start/finish. All Aid Stations on the course will have personnel and portable toilets located nearby.
Restroom Facilities
Portable toilets will be added in locations throughout the course. The portable toilets will be located near each aid station.
Course Closings
For your safety and for the timely reopen of the streets to vehicular traffic, you must reach key locations by specified times or you will be required to take transportation provided. Partial lane closures will be utilized. Please stay inside the cones and obey all public safety officers and course marshals. Please do not start early. Traffic and safety rules prohibit early starts. Early starters will be eliminated from the Official Results.
SAG Wagon (support) and Back of the Pack Crew
The Back of the Pack Crew and SAG Wagon will signify the end of the field and the maximum 16-minutes per mile pace. They will not start timing until the last person crosses the start line and will be with you throughout the race. If you cannot keep pace, the Crew will help you as you board the SAG Wagon. If you cannot maintain a 16-minute per mile pace, you will be required to board the support buses.
