Couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day to "Run the Beach." Always a fan of CAR events and the beach path of Long Beach. While it sometimes gets a little lonely out on the course of low-key events like this, you couldn't ask for a better group of friends to see on the course as you loop each other.
Run the Beach, quarter, half, and full marathons all run along the same beach front course. While you have to make a complete loop to get to the RD and the aide station, there are multiple opportunities for water along the way, as well as restrooms. Charlie will have just about anything you would like to see at an aide station, just make sure to email him in advance for any special requests.
Even better is your car is right there on each loop, making it so you always have just what you need to refuel.
While the morning was cool, it didn't take long for the sun to come out and the temperatures to warm up. I had been dealing with some allergies and breathing issues so I decided to just slow down and enjoy the morning. I was blessed with seeing two first time runners finish with times above what they were expecting and take 1st overall for both male and female. Was such a joy to see their faces as they crossed the finish line seconds apart and embrace each other.
Please visit www.charliealewineracing.com for future events from this great low-key southern California director.
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| Group photo before the start of the race. Had a lot of first time runners out on the course this morning. |
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| With the race director Charlie Alewine. One of my favorite RD's! |
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| Spinner medal for finishing. Glad I didn't know there was also a quarter marathon, I may have opted for that instead. |
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