Category Archives: Race Reports
36th Mainova Frankfurt Marathon 2017
The Mainova Frankfurt Marathon has the distinction of being the second fastest German marathon course after Berlin, and the eighth fastest marathon course in the world. There must be something about Frankfurt because even my normally slow self ran my … Continue reading
Marathon International du Beaujolais 2017
Wine lovers, this marathon is for you! With approximately 20 Beaujolais brands offered at aid stations located inside castles and chateaus, runners in outlandish costumes, and a forgiving seven-hour time limit, what is there not to love about the Marathon … Continue reading
Metro Marathon Düsseldorf 2017
The German city Düsseldorf has an Aldstadt or Old Town that is known as the longest bar in the world because of the sheer number of bars (over 300!) located in a small section. The area is perfect for people … Continue reading
Alpro Leiemarathon 2017
After a few marathons all over Europe recently, I felt I needed to run one close to home again. The Alpro Leiemarathon 2017 was very conveniently located in Wevelgem, Belgium. I could not resist running this race on Sunday, September 24, … Continue reading
BMW Oslo Marathon 2017
The next stop on our 2017 marathon itinerary was Oslo in the land of the Vikings. A third of Norway’s land is in the Arctic Circle, giving the country the nickname The Land of the Midnight Sun. Norway itself translates … Continue reading
Danske Bank Vilnius Marathon 2017
This was our first visit to Lithuania, one of three Baltic states that were formerly under the Soviet rule. It was not that long ago that the country became the first member of the Soviet Union to break away in … Continue reading
2017 Íslandsbanski Reykjavik Marathon
Reykjavik is the northernmost capital of the world located in Iceland, a country of pristine beauty where puffin birds outnumber humans 30 to 1. This city is probably the closest one could get to the North Pole, so a … Continue reading
Catarman Cathedral to Allen Church 50K Ultra Marathon 2017
The catchy tourism slogan “It’s more fun in the Philippines” is indeed true for locals, balikbayans, and visitors. This is the place for you if you want value for your dollar (50.50 Philippine pesos to 1 US dollar in July, … Continue reading
7th PAU’s Tanay 50K Ultramarathon 2017
Running is a very popular sport in the Philippines, and it is easy to see why. Many start off by crossing the finish line of a 5K fun run or a 10K. The runner’s high encourages people to look for … Continue reading
2nd Beer Lovers’ Marathon 2017
“Anyone can drink beer, but it takes a runner to enjoy beer.” I modified beer cicerone and author Stephen Beaumont’s quote to reflect my impression of the success of the second Beer Lovers’ Marathon in Liège, Belgium on June 4, … Continue reading
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