The famous Comrades Marathon takes place this Sunday, May 29th, and as usual it promises to be one of the most grueling races and tests of human endurance. See the links below for details on Comrades 2016, which begins at city hall in Pietermaritzburg and ends at Kingsmead Stadium in Durban. The official distance for this year's Comrades Marathon is 89.208 km, and start time is 5:30 a.m. local time.
[UPDATE, May 29: See 2016 Comrades Marathon results]
Links to essential information:
See the final race instructions, which have details on everything from the start, tote bag service, and time limits to toilets, refreshment stations, and medical information.
For late-breaking information, check out Comrades on social media: facebook.com/comradesmarathon and twitter.com/comradesrace.
Check out the race information page for general rules and details on qualifying, timing, and more.
Best of luck to all Comrades 2016 competitors!
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Friday, May 27, 2016
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
2015 Comrades Marathon - Runner Tracking, Course Info, & More
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| See links for info on the 2015 Comrades Marathon below. |
Update, May 31st, 2015: See Comrades 2015 live results: http://live.ultimate.dk/desktop/front/index.php?eventid=2400&language=us
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The 2015 Comrades Marathon, which marks the 90th running of the classic South Africa ultramarathon, takes place this Sunday, May 31st. Here are some essential details you'll want to know about the race:
- course map (view or download)
- runner tracking (Note: Comrades website says "Use this link on your Mobile device to load the app to track your runner on race day."
- virtual Comrades course in 3D
- race FAQs
- starting point: City Hall, Durban
- finish line: Oval Cricket Stadium, Pietermaritzburg
- start time: 5:30 a.m.
- official distance: the race distance varies somewhat each year, but for 2015 it is approximately 89 km. According to the race FAQs page, "the final race distance is subject to change and will be confirmed in the Final Race Instructions."
Good luck to all competitors!
Friday, May 30, 2014
2014 Comrades Marathon - Runner Tracking, Results Page, Course Map, & More
Update, May 31st, 2015: See Comrades 2015 live results: http://live.ultimate.dk/desktop/front/index.php?eventid=2400&language=us
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It's time once again for that unique endurance running event, the Comrades Marathon in South Africa. This year's competition, which takes place June 1st, features 18,000 athletes from around the world. Here are some handy links to follow the race:
When the race is over (or maybe while it's underway), check the Comrades results page to see how the runners are doing.
This year's race will start at City Hall in Pietermaritzzburg and end at the Sahara-Kingsmead Cricket Stadium in Durban. This is the "down" run; the race alternates directions each year.
Want to learn more about the Comrades? Check the FAQ for answers to some of the most common questions.
Good luck to all participants in one of the world's most grueling races!
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It's time once again for that unique endurance running event, the Comrades Marathon in South Africa. This year's competition, which takes place June 1st, features 18,000 athletes from around the world. Here are some handy links to follow the race:
When the race is over (or maybe while it's underway), check the Comrades results page to see how the runners are doing.
This year's race will start at City Hall in Pietermaritzzburg and end at the Sahara-Kingsmead Cricket Stadium in Durban. This is the "down" run; the race alternates directions each year.
Want to learn more about the Comrades? Check the FAQ for answers to some of the most common questions.
Good luck to all participants in one of the world's most grueling races!
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