Sunday, September 2, 2012 6 a.m. start for the marathon and half-marathon.
COURSE:
The Kaua’i Marathon and Half Marathon start in Poipu, a world-class resort community at the sunny southern end of the island and run the first 11 miles together. The courses follow the contour of the scenic coastline, offering magnificent views of the island’s picturesque beaches, rugged volcanic peaks, and green tropical rain forests. As dawn breaks, runners will experience lush green vistas as they approach the shade of the century old Tunnel of Trees. The course then winds through misty Omao where the half marathon enters Kukui’ula Resort offering spectacular ocean views for the last few miles. The full marathon heads out to Lawai before climbing to reveal stunning ocean views at the top of Kalaheo. The finish and rousing island welcome take place at Poipu Beach. The courses are USATF and AIMS certified.
TIME LIMITS:
Both the full and half marathon courses are walker-friendly however, all participants must pass mile 6.5 in one hour and 45 minutes, (16 minute pace). The full marathon course is limited to 8 hours.
WEATHER CONDITIONS:
Expected temperatures range from 65 degrees F at the start to 80 degrees at the finish.
AMENITIES: There will be a carbo load with a full traditional luau show on Saturday evening at the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa, the headquarters hotel.
EXPO: Friday, August 31, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturday, September 1, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa. Bart Yasso of Runner's World will be available at the Expo to discuss running strategies, sign autographs and share race stories. . ENTRY FEES:
Marathon: $180 until December 31, 2011 $200 until March 31, 2012 $225 thereafter
Half Marathon: $85 until December 31, 2011 $95 until March 31, 2012 $125 thereafter Enter online at www.thekauaimarathon.com
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southern end of the island and run the first 11 miles together. The courses follow the contour of the scenic coastline, offering magnificent views of the island’s picturesque beaches, rugged volcanic peaks, and green tropical rain forests. As dawn breaks, runners will experience lush green vistas as they approach the shade of the century old Tunnel of Trees. The course then winds through misty Omao where the half marathon enters Kukui’ula Resort offering spectacular ocean views for the last few miles. The full marathon heads out to Lawai before climbing to reveal stunning ocean views at the top of Kalaheo. The finish and rousing island welcome take place at Poipu Beach. The courses are USATF and AIMS certified.