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Memphis,
Tennessee,
United States - April
- 5 miles/8K, 13.1 miles/Half Marathon
- Road Race
- Event Website
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memphis, Tennessee, United StatesOverall
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When I decided to begin my journey towards Half fanatic status, this race had not yet been announced. Once they added Memphis, I immediately knew I wanted to run this race. Expo was held at local Fleet Feet store. packet pickup for fast with no issues. this worked for me as I needed a few items for the race and generally shop at this location.
Pros:
-The nice quality of shirts that Race 13.1 is known for. Loved how they incorporated the microphone ( i felt this was emphasized the musical history of Memphis.)
- numerous updates via email and social media. There can never be too much communication from race organizers.
- Pace groups are offered for the half marathons if you choose to run with them. Luckily for me the 3:00 and 3:30 pacers were members of my local running group.
- Despite lack of large volunteer numbers, those who were working were very helpful
- Nice scenery along the course through downtown Memphis area along the river
- 7am race start time
- There are no set corrals.
Cons:
- somewhat hilly course. They also chose to have the course run through an industrial area. This wasn't by any means a poor decision. Just know this area was not very scenic. They did however have a High School band along this end of the course (Go Central!! proud alumni moment).
- somewhat large overpass right after mile 1
All-in-all this was an amazing race and I definitely recommend it to anyone considering running this race. If it does not conflict with 2017 schedule, I will do it again.