Richmond Marathon

13 November 2009

Start Time : 8:00am
Number of Places : 10,180

The Richmond Marathon, sometimes known as "America's Friendliest Marathon" was first run in 1977.

Richmond Marathon Route
The race is a loop, starting and finishing in historic downtown Richmond. Runners pass through all of the city's old neighbourhoods. On the way the run up Monument Avenue, passing by the statues of Confederate soldiers and Richmond-born tennis star Arthur Ashe then through Virginia Commonwealth University campus and along the side of the James River. The race ends with a last mile that includes a fast downhill slope to the finish line.

Richmond Marathon Entry
* Entry Fee : $75 (until 30 Jun), $85 (until 30 Sep), $95 (until 11 Nov)
* Registration Deadline : November 11
* Charity Places : Runners are advised to contact their chosen charity

Contact Details
Contact : Sports Backers
Address : 100 Avenue of Champions, Suite 300, Richmond VA 23230
Tel. : 0804-285-9495
Email : marathon@sportsbackers.org
Website. : http://www.richmondmarathon.com/

Further Details
Cut-off Time : Runners will be expected to finish within 7:00 hours.