Karhu 5K Course Details


Sunday, March 4, 2012
Runner Start: Approx 6:30 AM
Start Location: Ocean Drive at 12th Street

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Course Description
Runners will take the scenic roads of South Beach with a start on famous Ocean Drive and a beautiful beachside finish. The route provides the perfect tour of the city as it winds its way through this electric Art Deco mecca. A 5K run/walk will also take on a portion of the same course for friends, family, or anyone who wants to participate in this exciting experience.

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 Miami Beach 13.1 Marathon® and 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.
Timing of the event has stopped and no awards will be given out at this time. Medical remains in place on course.

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 vechicular 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.