Houston Marathon : Official Thread

Do you think it would be possible for all of us or some of us to meet up for a group picture before the race?  We could meet somewhere near the entrance to the participants entrance inside the building. What do you all think?

I am running the 1/2.

I know it's too early, but I've already been checking the weather for Houston.

I live in GA and we've had some crazy weather here too.  I've done my long runs in the cold/rain, cold/wind, warm/humid, rainy/humid, etc.  I guess I'll be ready for any type of race conditions on race day, but I'm really hoping for cooler, sunny, less humid weather.  Im keeping my fingers crossed.

Just now looking at accuweather's 10-day forecast, it calls for a low of 30°F Sunday morning, then clear to partly cloudy Sunday with a high of 53°F. Don't know about you guys, but I consider that to be perfect running weather. Abnormally cold for Houston, a little chilly pre-start, but the race should be just right.

Traffic hasn't been that bad in past years.  I usually get there about 5:30ish.  Parking has been pretty good.  Plenty of surface lots and meters.  Just depends on how far away you want to park from the GRB.  You can scout some parking on Friday or Saturday when you pick up your packet - parking sites are shown on a map.

Good luck and I hope everyone has a great run / race / marathon experience!!!

runnergirl - 2009-01-11 10:33 AM Can anyone tell me- I'm staying at the Club Quarters downtown and it should be about 20 mins. from Hobby Airport.  Does anyone know how much (one way) it would cost me to take a cab?  I haven't taken a cab in a very long time and no clue what the rates are running right now.  The hotel does not offer a free shuttle service

Hey, Janelle:

Can't say for sure, but your hotel description on expedia says this:

From Hobby, taxis cost $16-$25 and shuttles cost $5-$15 per person.

If nothing else, you will see their signs in the corrals for the various times.  I beleive - sub 4hrs is the red wave and 4+ is blue.  Just look for the signs if you don't get any other info.

Good luck tomorrow - your set for a great race!