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NEW in 2012
We like to keep the course fresh. Think it’s a boring run straight uphill on Colfax? Think again. First time ever, for any marathon: epic run through Sports Authority Field at Mile High Stadium. 7 miles of water. And a run through Denver Fire Station #1.
Virtual Urban Tour
Take the photo tour. You’ll learn lots of priceless trivia about the Denver’s sights you’ll be running past.
Runner’s Goodies
It wouldn’t be a marathon without tech shirts (2011 shirt-spotting all over town). Awesome keepsake finisher medals. And goody bags with great offers from sponsors, plus Colfax discounts on food, drink, clothing, services, classes. Bigger and better for 2012.
Easy Packet Pick Up
NEW: The 2012 Sports & Fitness Expo will be at Sports Authority Field at Mile High Stadium! Free parking - and plenty of it. Enjoy the view from the Club Suites and visit all the awesome running vendors and race sponsors. Friday & Saturday, May 18-19.
Glory & Awards
Overall and masters awards are for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, mens, women's, and coed, and are based on gun time. Age group awards are for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, male and female, and they are by chip time. All runner results will be posted by chip time. BREAKING NEWS! If a runner sets the new event record for the marathon or half marathon, male or female, they are awarded $1000.
Aid Stations Every 2 Miles
Maybe you’ve heard about hydrating. It’s important. We have awesome volunteers manning aid stations every 2 miles - with water and Gatorade. Gu is waiting at miles 10 and 20. Oh yeah, lots of porta-potties, too.
Mile by Mile
Follow the course in detail,
click here to see the overview
map of the course, and to read the detailed course description.
Legendary After Party
Enjoy the post-run high with Jim ‘N Nick’s famous Bar-B-Que and beer provided by Michelob. Share inspirational stories with amazing runners.
Run for Charity
We have one of the largest charity partner races in the country. Be a part of it. Check out the DaVita Charity Partners Program here, and pledge to raise money and awareness for a cause.
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