Marathon Details - The St. Patrick's Day Marathon

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The St. Patrick's Day Marathon

The St. Patrick's Day Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, 10K

Bronx, NY USA

March 13, 2011

http://www.thestpatricksdaymarathon.com

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2011 Top 3 Finishers

Race Details

The only all trail marathon in New York City!

Expect a true wilderness experience in the deep Bronx woods.

Contact Information

Name:	Michael Arnstein
Address:	6 East 45th Street 20th Floor (5th Ave & Madison) NYC, NY 10017
Phone Number:
Email:	Email the organizers

Runner Reviews (1)

Course 4.0

Organization 4.0

Spectators 1.0

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Number of comments: 1

A. B. from New York, NY (3/14/2011)

"Great race! Definitely plan on doing more." (about: 2011)

6-10 previous marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 1

I ran the 1/2 (2 loops) this past weekend and had a blast. Van Cortlandt Park is a great place to do some trail running; it's not too challenging, but not too easy either. These races (held on several holidays throughout the year) are really fun, free, and very laid back - what more could you want?! They do ask for a $10 donation when you pick up your number, but there is no guilt if you don't donate - I saw people do both. You can sign up beforehand, or you can just show up. I signed up, but when I arrived nobody asked me my name or anything and just handed me a number (everyone gets the same number, so they're actually just pointless).

If you're looking for a finisher's medal, shirt, or official time, this isn't the race for you - BUT if you want a green beanie, green bagel, or chocolate gold coins, it is! The course this past Sunday was pretty muddy, but I'd imagine that all depends on the time of year. Doing 1 loop (or the 10K) seems to be the most popular, as the course was basically empty after that - with only the occasional runner passing by. I enjoyed the 2nd loop much more; it was so quiet and relaxing!

Looking forward to the Easter race!