2011 Surfside Beach Marathon, Half Marathon, and Crazy Hard 50K

Date

Start: Saturday, February 26, 2011 @ 8:00 AM

Address

Surfside Beach Texas
2200 Blue Water Highway, Surfside Beach Texas Surfside Beach (Lake Jackson), TX

Brief Description

Surfside is the only Marathon and Half Marathon in the US run entirely on a beach! Now we've added a 50K, which includes our monster high bridge. Scenic Surfside Beach Marathon starts as the sun rises over the water and follows the public beach to San Luis pass, then returns. The entire course is on the firm, smooth sand. Start time for both marathon and half is 8AM, Sat. Feb. 26, 2011. Non-competitive division for walkers at 6:45

Why Surfside is a favorite for many:

The beach is flat and firm for great running, and mostly undeveloped for an aesthetic experience, and plenty of aid stations. After the race, enjoy smoothies, and some of the best Texas BBQ you have had!

Runner's Comments:

"This was my first half marathon. I had a great time running it.... Thank you to everyone for doing a great job." - S. T. "I've done several full marathons and many halves, but this was probably one of the most fun and unique races I've done. I highly recommend it. It was not easy, but it was so incredibly enjoyable." B.N. "The aid stations were perfectly spaced, the food afterward was great, and all of your prizes and goody bags were amazing. " Beate B.

Time Allowed

Course close time: 3 PM (Marathon and Half). This allows a generous 7 hours for runners, and 8:15 for walkers who may elect to start at our early 6:45 walker start time. The 50K starts at 7 AM, allowing 8 hours.

Awards

We have another unique surprise planned for the three deep awards, for both the 50K, marathon and half marathon this year. 5 Year age groups for Marathon & Half, 10 year for 50K.

Medals

Custom medals for all finishers of Marathon and Half Marathon, and 50K. AND we have a really special award for all finishers this year. We'll keep you in suspense until then.

Changing Races

YES: Register early, even if you are not sure which race. You will be allowed to switch (at no charge) between the 50K, Marathon and Half-Marathon until January 30th. So, even if you are not sure yet, you can change later.

Sponsors

Title Sponsor: OverNite Software Founding Sponsor: ConocoPhillips Hammer Nutrition: HEED Sport Drink , Hammer Gel, and Endurolyte

Benefits

Through the generosity of our sponsors, the race benefits SAVE OUR BEACH ASSOCIATION, which works to preserve and improve the beach. We also funded 4 college scholarships to runners from the area last year. (All that, AND still one of the lowest cost events in Texas)

Complete Information Brochure

You may visit our website, www.surfsidemarathon.com for race information and pictures of previous events. E-mail us at: surfsidemarathon@yahoo.com for further information.

Official Race Hotel

Candlewood Suites - Brand NEW! - 979-297-0011 Ask for Surfside Marathon Rate $89 Queen studio, $125 King Suite. Other hotels in the area include Holiday Inn Express, Texan Inn & Suites, Comfort Suites, and Super 8.

Additional Information



Runners tell us that the things they like best about this event are:
- Unique shirt to commemorate the event
- Surfside Marathon and Half Marathon stone drink coasters
- Custom designed finisher medals
- Our imaginative Age group awards
- Texas BBQ after the event
- Our 26.2 miles of uninterupted beach
- Friendly helpful volunteers

What is it like to run on our sand?
Surfside Beach is extremely flat, with little camber, and the sand is firm. Typically, you will leave prints about 1/2 inch deep as you run. Most runners have times about :30 per mile slower on the sand. Only a few have ever broken 3:00 hours in the Marathon on our course!

Where do we stay?
We are located 65 miles south of Houston Hobby airport. Runners may stay nearby in Lake Jackson or Clute.

Packet Pickup?
Friday evening before the race at race headquarters, or on race day morning starting at 6 AM. (Packet pickup will be at an off-site location, to be determined, this year, due to hurricane damage to Stahlman Park.)

See pictures of last years event at http://www.michaelbayer.com/images/sports/sbm/sbm.htm

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