![]() For the size of the race, I was surprised at how small the expo was.Ĭourse - the course isn't very scenic - you go through farm and residential areas for the most part. Here are my observations on the 2019 race:Įxpo - due to construction at the convention center, the expo was relocated to an old arena that was 10-15 min north of downtown Sacramento. CALIFORNIA INTERNATIONAL MARATHON FULLIn full disclosure I am a back of the pack marathoner. Objective review from back of the pack runner (about: 2019)ĬIM is a very popular marathon and I believe the main reason is that the course & time of year are ideal for those attempting to qualify for the Boston Marathon. ![]() I'm sure someone has lost a phone or car keys. One runner fainted! Imagine running 26 miles and you start bending over to find your bag amongst the thousands of bags and runners! It was so easy to steal athletes bags, NOBODY was looking. ![]() CALIFORNIA INTERNATIONAL MARATHON FREEIt was a free for all to get gear bags that were checked in. I hope the organizers would get their act together next year. Worst bag gear retrival ever (about: 2019) It seemed that after about 8-10miles, they were only on the right side and there was congestion and crossing over from the left side, resulting in some jostling and tripping. The only recommendation that I would have is to make sure that the aid stations are on both sides of the street. Take heed of the many warnings about the rolling hills for the first 15-17miles as the total elevation gain is about 700 feet (drop about 1000 feet). It reminds me of small town 10k races from 40 years ago. Crowds are sparse compared to New York or Boston but they are very friendly, supportive and clearly proud of the hometown race. I can't imagine that this method would work in any big city marathon. The self-seeding into groups at the start works well as it seemed to me that just about everyone was honest about pacing. My advice to the SRA is to not rest on your reputation but work to make this a special destination race.Īlmost perfect conditions for the race and the organization was superb as usual in bussing runners to the start etc. That said, I probably wont be back since there are other local options that wont cost as much time and money. It's a well-run race and it's nice to run with 1000's of other runners with plenty of pacers for those with a goal. I'd brought along a first-time marathon runner and prepped them to expect lots of swag so I was very disappointed. I neglected hills in training for my second go-round this year and suffered for it my mistake, I knew better.Īnd maybe it's a COVID casualty, but the Expo and swag were far smaller and poorer than 2017 where I came away with lots of nifty kit that I regularly use no comparison to the shirt and inexpensive water bottle for 2021. And while the course has a net downhill, it consists of gentle undulating hills that will not be kind to you if you don't train for them a bit. The course is advertised as a great BQ venue. ![]() OK, but more demanding than advertised (about: 2021) I have run this marathon, and I want to add my comments about it. California International Marathon - Race DetailsĬalifornia International Marathon & Marathon Relay, 5K ![]()
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