Wellington Marathon Race Review
Another Wet Marathon in Windy Wellington
Before I go on with my discussion, if your not interested in reading too much, a great video has been posted by @trevor.george which shows exactly what the day brought: https://steemit.com/running/@trevor.george/the-wellington-marathon-video
Heading into my fifth race in four months, I was due for a break, but wanted to check off Wellington to get complete my "4 Marathons in 4 Months for my 40th Birthday". Wellington is the Capital City of New Zealand and the 2018 event occurred on 1 July, making up Wellingtons largest fun run with thousands taking part in the race around the city's waterfront.
Race Expo and Registration
The major race sponsor was a local car dealer and the registration and race expo was held at the dealership close to the center of Wellington CBD. It was easy to get to and even though this race is a little smaller in size to some, still had a lot on offer including, product samples and cheap race kit on offer. The registration was quick and didn't leave you waiting if you needed to get out of there quickly.
Race Location and Course
The course has a lot of potential as it starts at Wellingtons Westpac sports stadium and runs out along the waterfront of the city through seaside suburbs, past the airport and out of the city. Its a winding course, but reletively flat, but it is exposed to the elements meaning that a windy day would cause a few problems as it did for this years race. All events were an out and back course, except the marathon which needed an extra loop at the far end of the course. It was well marked with lots of officials and aid stations to make sure you were fueled for the event.
Transportation, Extras and Finish Line
The start/finish was close to the main central business area of Wellington meaning it was easy to get accommodation for the event. The event also had buses from the city center moving people to and from the event. With the start and finish being at Westpac Stadium, it made for a nice cozy environment to be sheltered from the elements before and after the event.
Running the Race
The wind, rain and cold made for an eventful day. I thought I paced the run well but my last 10km heading into the wind was not that great. I struggled and although I think I was set up and wearing appropriate gear for the conditions, the weather still took it out of me. the one good thing is that due to the wind and rain you couldn't see my crying.
Here is how Strava saw my day:
https://www.strava.com/activities/1672828873
Summing It All Up
Everyone tells me this race has great weather every second year, and I am sure they are correct. The the weather was a little better, even a little less windy I am sure I would have had a better time as the course is a flat course one a good surface. The race is organized and supported well and might consider running it again.
Urgh, looks a bit cold and miserable there. So perfect for running long distances. Good time too. Well done.
Na, it was not fun at all, even for running
Hmm, that's a shame then. When I lived in Scotland I could run for ages. Now I live in the tropics and I'm good for about 15 mins.
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Man, despite the weather conditions, you managed to get a good time!
It's a pity you didn't meet with @trevor.george
I know...It wasn't until half way through the run that I remembered he would be running. Especially before the race it would have been great to have met someone from the community in person.
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