for this raucous tour of South Shields, and just revel in this much-loved race's unique atmosphere. Described by one runner as '13.1 miles of party', all 54,000 runners are treated to a hero's welcome from the community - local people pour out onto the streets
Stevo who gets a 1:18 and 21st, with their other friend Emmie (an elite triathlete) coming in 6th female, at 1:38:36 – just 26 seconds behind Dutchie. Some great times!Other notable results are The Count with 2hrs (never knew he could go so quick
temperatures (in the 60s). Tiki torches light the way for the first half-mile. At Mile 6 you see the sun rise over the 10,000-foot volcano Mount Haleakala. After Mile 8 you run alongside the crashing waves of the Maui surf for much of the race. Off the coast
will see you flying home for lashings of hot grub back at race HQ.More hardy half-marathons... Steyner Stinger Half-Marathon (Sussex, March 2) Midsummer Munro Half-Marathon (Surrey, June 21)Yorkshire Off-Road Half-Marathon (West Yorkshire, September 14)1000
team at Mile 17. But they all have one aim, which is to shout as much encouragement as they can muster, for friends, family and complete strangers. 2. Trionium Midsummer Munro Half-Marathon Where: Surrey When: June 20 With 13.1 miles
. In fact, it would be more useful to run wearing most of the kit and equipment. For pre-race competitions your best bet is the Newcastle Town Moor Marathon in chilly mid-November.Date: 10-18 DecemberPlace: Patriot Hills, AntarcticaCost: £8,180Get involved
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Why? With over 1,000m of climbing, you might wonder why this is a regular in our top 10. But the cliffs provide some of the best views around and the glow of achievement is helped along by hot food and a warm welcome at the finish. What you say