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Click
here for the 8k course map
Check out Runner's World's video tour of the SunTrust Richmond Marathon course:
You
can also print out a PDF version of the marathon
map.
The
marathon and half marathon start at 7th &
Broad Streets while the 8k begins closer to 9th & Broad Streets. All races end on a downhill slope at Cary
and 10th Street in front of the James Center.
The courses run through scenic and historic sections
of the city while the marathon also runs along and
across the beautiful James River.
Overall,
the half marathon and marathon courses are great for
first-timers and features some rolling hills.
The 8k course also features some mild hills.
The
marathon course will be open from 8 a.m. until 3p.m.
The course will reopen to vehicular traffic at a 16-minute
per mile rate. The
marathon, half marathon and 8k are all USA Track &
Field sanctioned and certified and the marathon
is a Boston Qualifier.
Marathon Course Support
Water stops will be positioned at the start and every
two miles until Mile 20, then every mile thereafter.
Diamond Springs water and POWERade will be available
at every water stop on the race course. CLIF SHOT
will be available at Miles 14 and 21. Marathoners
looking for an extra burst of energy in the waning
miles will want to make sure to hit the Junk Food
Stop at Miles 16 & 22. Wet wash cloths will be
available at Miles 17 & 23. Port-o-johns will
be stationed at the Start/Finish and adjacent to every
water stop. Digital clocks will be stationed at every
mile in both races. Medical attention is available
along the course. |