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San Antonio Rock and Roll Marathon
Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon benefiting
Susan G. Komen for the Cure®
"If you’re looking for youth, you’re looking for longevity," an early rock bard once said. "Just take a dose of rock ‘n’ roll. It keeps you going." Add to that prescription a shot of history, a huge helping of hospitality and the prospect of perfect weather, and you have the Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure filling the streets of San Antonio with fun each November.
This year’s race blasts out of the starting gates on Nov. 14. With live, local music on 28 stages along the race route and high school cheering squads urging runners on, "every breath you take, every move you make" will be memorable.
Races for All Ages
More than a walker-friendly, Boston-qualifying marathon, San Antonio’s third Rock ‘n’ Rollout also includes a half-marathon, and new to 2010: a two-person half marathon relay
Kid rockers and mature marathoners alike should also check out the free Health & Fitness Expo taking place at the Alamodome November 12-13. More than 100 exhibitors will showcase the latest gear, offer free samples and provide health and nutrition information. The Official Merchandise Store also is open for essential souvenirs..
A Hearty Helping of History
But that’s not all. In typical San Antonio style, runners and fans have the opportunity to load up on carbs at a pre-race pasta dinner in the Lonestar Pavilion at Sunset Station the day before the marathon. While there, be sure to check out the beautifully restored Southern Pacific Depot, a Spanish Revival gem that is the centerpiece of historic St. Paul Square.
Medals and Music
No medals are given for historic and cultural touring; luckily, it provides its own reward. But plenty of heavy metal will be draped around winners’ necks at race’s end. The top three finishers in each age division receive medals, participants receive a t-shirt, and all finishers are presented with a Commemorative Finisher’s Medal and Certificate. (Texas athletes can register ahead of time to compete for cash awards of up to $2,000 if they have bettered target marathon and half-marathon times in the past year.)
This lively city celebrates at the drop of a Stetson so, of course, there’s a post-race Finish Line Fiesta. Held in the Alamodome just steps from marathon’s end, there’s more live music (definitely leave your earphones at home), more vendors and loads more fun."You can’t stop rock ’n’ roll," claimed another 60’s source, and in San Antonio the beat goes on year ‘round.
Reserve Your Spot Now
Space in the race is limited so advance registration is a must. From September 1 until close, fees are $120 for the marathon, $105 for the half-marathon and $150 per team for the relay. Get more information and register online or call (800) 311-1255.
"We like this kind of music,’ said Texas rock icon Buddy Holly, adding that "jazz is strictly for stay-at-homes." But all music fans will enjoy the Rock’n’Roll Marathon San Antonio, and nobody should stay home for this one.
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