Subject: RE: Marine Corps MarathonGreat time, Dave! It was a really hot day which I am sure contributed to the cramps in the middle part on Sunday. That was when the temperature really began to rise. Being a race of 17,000 runners, on Halloween, sponsored by the Marines, and two days before the presidential election, this event combines elements of costume party, celebration of patriotism and devotion to country, and a major social event. And it is run with full display of military efficiency and professionalism. My favorite part were the runners in Halloween costume. Runners carried (BIG) US or Marine Corps flags. There were lots of running political ads, some quite creative. It was a great race but a great event too. I was there to cheer for my daughter who also ran. She ran a very smart first marathon (first race of any kind ever!) I ran with her for the last six miles. She was really in control even at the end when she could have been a little foggy. She did just like Dave over the last 6 miles. She walked and sipped at the aid stations then finished strong, smiling and looking like a champion. It was a real privilege to run along and talk for those last few minutes. Congratulations to all the Marine Corps Marathon runners. TW Edited by tech_geezer 2004-11-01 12:31 PM
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United States
USMC
75F / 24C
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Overall Rank = 204/17000+
Age Group = 25-29
Age Group Rank = 42/1055
Woke up a 600, ate 2 powerbars, drank some water, then took the Metro from Crystal City to Arlington National Cemetary
I got to the starting area one hour prior to guntime, and it was packed with thousands of runners. I waited for the port-o-john, and then I moved up to the back of Corral #2 (2:45-3:15). I strectched and talked with some friends that I ran into.