by Larry Eder
Registration Opens April 1 for Big Sur Half Marathon on Monterey Bay
Early Bird Special rates apply April 1-15.
Big Sur Half Marathon, photo courtesy of BSIM.org
The Big Sur Half Marathon on Monterey Bay opens for registration on
April 1. The popular Half Marathon will be featuring its “10th
Presentation” on Sunday, November 18, 2012. A capped field of 9,000
runners typically sells out by mid-summer so race organizers are
encouraging early sign ups.
Taking place along the scenic waterfront of Monterey Bay in the
communities of Monterey and Pacific Grove, the Big Sur Half Marathon on
Monterey Bay draws a top field of elite runners from throughout the
country. The prize purse of $20,500 is the largest offered on the West
Coast for a half marathon distance. Runners typically travel from all
50 states and several foreign countries to compete in this destination
race, recently named the Best Half Marathon by readers of Competitor Magazine in the January 2012 Pacific West issue.
Big Sur Half Marathon, photo courtesy of BSIM.org
The day preceding the Half Marathon on Monterey Bay will feature the
Pacific Grove Lighthouse 5K and the JUST RUN! Just Kids 3K. Asics,
Runner’s World and Rabobank are among the event’s top sponsors.
Early registration fees are $95 for the Half Marathon for the first two
weeks. To register and for more information, go to www.bigsurhalfmarathon.org. The Big Sur Half Marathon event contact is: [email protected] or 831-625-6226.
