Course Details

Sunday, August 22, 2010
Runner Start: 7:13 AM
Start Location: St Anthony Main between 5th Ave & 6th Ave SE

Course Map: Download Printable PDF

Course Description

The 13.1 Minneapolis® features a challenging and scenic point to point course highlighting downtown, the Mississippi River, Minnehaha Parkway and Lake Nokomis.

The course is USATF certified (MN10008GAN).

The MARATHON THIRTEEN.ONE® Minneapolis is WALKER FRIENDLY. The course will remain open for 3 hours and 30 minutes (16 minute/mile pace).

Gear Check

Gear should be dropped off at the gear truck located at the back of the start corral prior to the race and will be transported to the finish line.  Don’t forget to pick up your gear after the race before you board the shuttles!

Emergency Procedures

Colored flags will be located at each water station and at the finish line area to alert runners to changing course and weather conditions. In cases of emergency, please follow the instructions below. In rare instances, it may be necessary to either close the race course or re-route participants. If this occurs, it is being done for the safety of the participants and volunteers.
 

ALERT LEVEL	EVENT CONDITIONS	RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
BLACK - EXTREME	Event cancelled Extreme and dangerous conditions or course emergency	Extreme conditions: Participation stopped / Seek   shelter immediately Course emergency:  Follow directions from public safety officials, race staff and volunteers.
RED - HIGH	Potentially dangerous conditions	Slow down / consider stopping.  Timing of the event is stopped and no awards are given after a red flag.  Follow event official instruction.  Medical remains on course and at aid stations.
YELLOW - MODERATE	Less than ideal conditions	Slow down / Drink plenty of water
GREEN - LOW	Normal conditions	Enjoy the event / Be alert

Average Temperature

Average low of 60; Average high of 80.

Mile Markers & Split Times

Each mile marker will have a large display clock that will indicate the running time of the event. These display clocks will show the time from the official start of the race, not your personal “tag time”. A system has been developed to display the mile marker sign, clock and colored warning flag. As you go by each mile, you will see an information station providing you with the status of the race. As you look at this station, you will know where you are on the course, the official race time and race conditions.

Aid Stations

There will be water and sports drink at all aid 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 an 16-minute per mile pace, you will be required to board the support buses.