Red Hill Marathon & 36 km
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| Date: |
24 January 2009 |
| Time: |
06h00 |
| Organisers: |
Fish Hoek Athletic Club |
| Distance: |
42.2; ; |
| Province: |
Western Province |
| Start: |
Fish Hoek Sports Complex
Nelson Road
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| Enquiries: |
Contact 1: Andy McAughey
(C) 083-6263222
(Email) race@fishhoekac.com |
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| Entry Details: |
Entries are also taken at the start from 05h00.
Walkers are Welcome |
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| Route Description: |
Route Type: Circular
This is a "must run" race. From the start at Fish Hoek, the course goes to Kommetjie and up the first hill at Slangkop. The climb is worth it, for the top of this hill treats you to a most spectacular view of the sea and Kommetjie village. From here, wind down to Soetwater, Misty Cliffs and Scarborough. Keep an eye open for the crayfish factory. The route splits at the tranquil picnic resort of Perdekloof.
Those competing in the 36-kilometre event turn off here and go straight up Red Hill. For the marathoners, there is a loop towards the Cape Point Nature Reserve and back, before tackling the notorious “Hill”. From the other side of Red Hill there are panoramic views of historic Simon's Town and False Bay ahead of you. The final stretch to the finish is an easy, relaxed run winding through Glencairn, Sunnycove and finally Fish Hoek.
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| Prizes and Give-Aways: |
| If you are the first man or the first woman to crest Red Hill, you will take home crayfish and champagne as King and Queen of the Mountain prizes, but you must finish the race to claim them. All finishers receive medals. |
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| Editor's Notes: |
The Red Hill Marathon has been consistently ranked by the Runner’s World race judges as a well organised and well presented event. Over the last four years it achieved distinction and a place in South Africa’s best loved races. It was voted the ninth best marathon. The 36-kilometre event features in the rankings as well and has often been voted as one of South Africa’s top ten races in the non-standard category.
A good training race in preparation for the Comrades Marathon, it gives both solid training and an early qualifier. There is a shorter 36-kilometre race for those who prefer.
Finishers: 1300 Time Limit: 05:00 |
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