12th Texas Marathon Appears to be on the Map
On the forums at RunTex.com, James Shults of Mission, Texas posted the information below about a marathon in the Rio Grande Valley that will take place on Sunday, December 3rd.
I e-mailed Lance Phegley at Runner Triathlete News and he stated that they know Veronica Galligan, the race director, well and that they have talked to her about the event.
"I finally got a copy of the course map and I drove it this morning," Shults said. "There's almost no hills at all and those are very small (20 to 30 ft. elevation at the most).
"The race doesn't go anywhere close to the downtown of McAllen or Mission. It begins and ends at Dodge Arena which is south of McAllen. Most of the race actually takes place in Mission but it is all south of the main expressway.
"It will be a very nice run if you like scenic routes with lots of palm trees and a glimpse of the Rio Grande River(with Mexico on the other side).
"However if you need big crowds this is probably not your race. Most of the course is off the beaten path, literally. At times you might swear you were on a trail run. We will try to drum up as much support as we can but I wouldn't count on much."
The water stops are at the following miles: 2.4, 4.8, 7.8, 10.4, 12.4, 14.1, 16.8, 18.4, 21.2, 23.6.
IT’S A SOUTH TEXAS FIESTA! DEC. 2 - 3, 2006
Experience fitness, fun and lots of culture all in one place…South Texas’Fitness Fiesta! Participants from the Rio Grande Valley, Mexico, Texas and surrounding states can choose from 5 challenging courses.
26.2 MILE MARATHON
Start Time 7:00 a.m.
Let the South Texas tropical weather, landscape and wildlife surround you as you course through the 26.2 mile marathon. The course will take you thru the historic and metropolis cities of Hidalgo, McAllen and Mission. So come join the fiesta and celebrate not only health and fitness, but all that the Rio Grande Valley has to offer with an array of activities and local culture. Cash awards will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd overall finishers. Marathon finishers will also receive a medal and commemorative race shirt.
RELAY MARATHON
Start Time 7:00 a.m.
Five person teams can run or walk in this festive relay marathon. Teams will run the distance of 1st leg: 12.2K, 2nd leg: 10K, 3rd leg: 5K, 4th leg: 10K and 5th leg: 5K. Corporations, organizations, family and friends can compete in 5 categories for awards in each division. Every team member will receive a free race t-shirt. Form your team now!
WINTER TEXAN MARATHON
Start Time 8:30 a.m.
The Winter Texan Marathon has been modified for the senior citizens 55 and above. Participants will complete 25.2 of the 26.2 miles prior to race day. Individuals will have 5 weeks to complete the 25.2 miles on their own by either jogging, walking or cycling. On December 3, 2006, all participants will finish that marathon distance as they jog or walk the last mile of the actual course and cross the official Fitness Fiesta Marathon finish line.
2-MILE KIDS’ RACE
Start Time 9:00 a.m.
A fun-filled race from start to finish for young runners and walkers in grades K thru 6th. All participants will receive a free race t-shirt, goody bag and medal. Awards will be given to the top 3 boys and girls in each age group.
5K FITNESS FIESTA RUN/WALK
Start Time 1:00 p.m.
All fitness levels have a chance to participate with this 5K run or walk course. Everyone will receive a free race t-shirt and awards will be given to the overall male and female finishers in the run division.
FREE HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO
Open to the public!
It’s a real fiesta with over 30 exhibits that will feature the latest in runningshoes, sports apparel, health and nutrition products. Whether someone is a fitness fanatic, casual runner, or anything in between, this expo offers achance for everyone to be part of the event.
THE FINISHER’S FIESTA!
The Fitness Fiesta Marathon will finish with a bang at the Dodge Arena in Hidalgo, Texas. A party featuring a FREE Live Concert, food, fun and the awards ceremony will begin at 12:00 noon. Family and friends are also welcomed to join the finishers for this grand celebration.
FEES: EARLY (by 11/3/06) LATE
26.2 Mile Marathon $ 60.00 US ______ $ 70.00 US_____
Relay Marathon: Fee per team member $ 40.00 US ______ $ 50.00 US_____
5K Fitness Fiesta Run/Walk $ 15.00 US ______ $ 17.00 US_____
Winter Texan Marathon $ 17.00 US ______ $ 25.00 US_____
2 Mile Kids’ Race: Grades K thru 6th $ 5.00 US ______ $ 8.00 US___
I e-mailed Lance Phegley at Runner Triathlete News and he stated that they know Veronica Galligan, the race director, well and that they have talked to her about the event.
"I finally got a copy of the course map and I drove it this morning," Shults said. "There's almost no hills at all and those are very small (20 to 30 ft. elevation at the most).
"The race doesn't go anywhere close to the downtown of McAllen or Mission. It begins and ends at Dodge Arena which is south of McAllen. Most of the race actually takes place in Mission but it is all south of the main expressway.
"It will be a very nice run if you like scenic routes with lots of palm trees and a glimpse of the Rio Grande River(with Mexico on the other side).
"However if you need big crowds this is probably not your race. Most of the course is off the beaten path, literally. At times you might swear you were on a trail run. We will try to drum up as much support as we can but I wouldn't count on much."
The water stops are at the following miles: 2.4, 4.8, 7.8, 10.4, 12.4, 14.1, 16.8, 18.4, 21.2, 23.6.
IT’S A SOUTH TEXAS FIESTA! DEC. 2 - 3, 2006
Experience fitness, fun and lots of culture all in one place…South Texas’Fitness Fiesta! Participants from the Rio Grande Valley, Mexico, Texas and surrounding states can choose from 5 challenging courses.
26.2 MILE MARATHON
Start Time 7:00 a.m.
Let the South Texas tropical weather, landscape and wildlife surround you as you course through the 26.2 mile marathon. The course will take you thru the historic and metropolis cities of Hidalgo, McAllen and Mission. So come join the fiesta and celebrate not only health and fitness, but all that the Rio Grande Valley has to offer with an array of activities and local culture. Cash awards will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd overall finishers. Marathon finishers will also receive a medal and commemorative race shirt.
RELAY MARATHON
Start Time 7:00 a.m.
Five person teams can run or walk in this festive relay marathon. Teams will run the distance of 1st leg: 12.2K, 2nd leg: 10K, 3rd leg: 5K, 4th leg: 10K and 5th leg: 5K. Corporations, organizations, family and friends can compete in 5 categories for awards in each division. Every team member will receive a free race t-shirt. Form your team now!
WINTER TEXAN MARATHON
Start Time 8:30 a.m.
The Winter Texan Marathon has been modified for the senior citizens 55 and above. Participants will complete 25.2 of the 26.2 miles prior to race day. Individuals will have 5 weeks to complete the 25.2 miles on their own by either jogging, walking or cycling. On December 3, 2006, all participants will finish that marathon distance as they jog or walk the last mile of the actual course and cross the official Fitness Fiesta Marathon finish line.
2-MILE KIDS’ RACE
Start Time 9:00 a.m.
A fun-filled race from start to finish for young runners and walkers in grades K thru 6th. All participants will receive a free race t-shirt, goody bag and medal. Awards will be given to the top 3 boys and girls in each age group.
5K FITNESS FIESTA RUN/WALK
Start Time 1:00 p.m.
All fitness levels have a chance to participate with this 5K run or walk course. Everyone will receive a free race t-shirt and awards will be given to the overall male and female finishers in the run division.
FREE HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO
Open to the public!
It’s a real fiesta with over 30 exhibits that will feature the latest in runningshoes, sports apparel, health and nutrition products. Whether someone is a fitness fanatic, casual runner, or anything in between, this expo offers achance for everyone to be part of the event.
THE FINISHER’S FIESTA!
The Fitness Fiesta Marathon will finish with a bang at the Dodge Arena in Hidalgo, Texas. A party featuring a FREE Live Concert, food, fun and the awards ceremony will begin at 12:00 noon. Family and friends are also welcomed to join the finishers for this grand celebration.
FEES: EARLY (by 11/3/06) LATE
26.2 Mile Marathon $ 60.00 US ______ $ 70.00 US_____
Relay Marathon: Fee per team member $ 40.00 US ______ $ 50.00 US_____
5K Fitness Fiesta Run/Walk $ 15.00 US ______ $ 17.00 US_____
Winter Texan Marathon $ 17.00 US ______ $ 25.00 US_____
2 Mile Kids’ Race: Grades K thru 6th $ 5.00 US ______ $ 8.00 US___
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