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I ran it a couple of years ago, and it was a nightmare.  Now, things may
have improved.  The course itself is sort of hilly, as you would expect,
but there are alot of flat places.  You have to get to the start 2 hours
before it begins, and it is FREEZING.  You are happy to start running to
warm up.  The next bad part I remember is running along the ocean.  We
were running against this wind, and it was killing us.  Then there is this
long strip where we just run about 2 1/2 miles, and then turn around.
After the race there was nothing to eat and only water and watered down
gatorade mixed in a trash can.  It must be getting better, but I would
check it out before committing.  There are plenty of nice marathons out
there.  St. George is one of my favorites.  I guess if you want a summer
marathon and want to go to San Francisco, then that is the one, but be
prepared for anything.  Don't go for a PR...

I'm planning to run the S.F. Marathon this summer, but I don't anything
about the course.  Can anyone share their insight with me????  I'm from
Minnesota, and need to know what type of training would be most useful.

Thanks!

: I'm planning to run the S.F. Marathon this summer, but I don't anything
: about the course.  Can anyone share their insight with me????  I'm from
: Minnesota, and need to know what type of training would be most useful.

: Thanks!

I have a friend who's planning on running too and is familiar with the
Bay Area. Would you like her e-mail? Get back to me and I'll check with
her in the meantime if it's ok to give address.