Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health
Madison Marathon presented by SSM Health
( 27 reviews )-
Madison,
Wisconsin,
United States - November
- 13.1 miles/Half Marathon, 26.2 miles/Marathon
- Road Race
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Jackie Hering
Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, United StatesOverall
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This is a great race starting and finishing on the Capitol square. It's a challenging course with some hills in the last few miles, but plenty of crowd support to bring you through! The shirts were nice, soft long sleeve...something I wear often for spring or fall running. Nice finisher medals and prize money was a plus. This time of year can be pretty good running weather in Wisconsin - usually ranging 20-50 degrees.
The race itself is very professionally produced and had that 'big race' feel to it. The course is well marked and supported by plenty of volunteers, aid stations, and spectators Because of the prize money there are some fast runners that come out, so it's pretty likely that you will have at least someone around you of similar pace. Speaking of pace, I believe there are also pacers for this one! So if you are in need of a group, this is a good race for you!
Before the race there is a gear check to throw all of your warm stuff. It's real close to the start/finish, so very easy to find. After the race there was plenty of the normal spread of post race goodies, along with the option for a free beer. They had tables to stand around and have a drink with either live band or a dj. Around that area was also a nice backdrop to get a finisher photo with yourself or your family after the race. I happen to really like mine, as I was almost 7 months pregnant at the time of the race...so I was very happy to finish and be able to still be running relatively quickly.
I'd recommend this race to people local and for someone looking for a fun destination event. Madison had TONS to offer for a visit and lots to see!