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Massachusetts > Hyannis Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K &
Relay
Hyannis, MA
Date
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Event
Details
The beautiful waters of Cape Cod Bay and the Nantucket Sound form the
backdrop for this marathon, half-marathon and 10K road race event in
Hyannis, Mass., an exclusive Northeastern resort perhaps most famous as
the home of the Kennedy family for the past several generations. The
race itself, which is paved throughout and mostly flat with just a few
hills, takes runners on a tour of the town’s many beaches and
historic sights, including the John F. Kennedy Memorial.
From the starting line downtown at the Sheraton Hyannis Resort Hotel on
Scudder Avenue, the race winds through city streets and past the waters
of nearby Craigville and Kalus Beaches, as well as Hyannis Harbor and
Lewis Bay. In the second half of the half-marathon, the course
continues past the JFK memorial, the Kennedy Family Compound and the
villages of Hyannisport and Centerville, which look out onto the
gorgeous Nantucket Sound.
Because of its lack of elevation changes, organizers say the course is
considered ideal for those looking to set personal record times. Though
not closed to traffic during the race (which is limited to 1,500
runners), the course sees “very light” traffic
during the event, they add.
Race
Weather & Climate
Come prepared for very cold and windy weather in February, as this
Massachusetts town tends to experience temperatures averaging between
22°F and 38°F during the month. Precipitation,
meanwhile, averages about 3.29 inches for the month.
Fees
$35 if registered by Feb. 1, 2008
$45 for registrations after Feb. 1
Registration
You can register online for the Hyannis Marathon & Half
Marathon by clicking here.
Website
www.hyannismarathon.com
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