WHAT'S NEW IN 2012
Early Bird Registration Special
Prices for the Half Marathon will increase in 2012. However, take advantage of our "early bird" special and register at the 2011 price ($95) between April 1st and 15th.
CLIF Bar Pace Teams
The Clif Bar Pace teams will be on hand to help you achieve your half marathon goal! Supporting runners from the novice to the veteran, joining a pace team is FREE. Stay tuned for more information.
IN THE NEWS
Big Sur Half Earns Gold Certification
Earning all 36 CRS Certification credits it applied for, the Big Sur Half Marathon becomes the only event to achieve Gold CRS Certification in 2011. Read more...
Big Sur's Economic Impact
A newly published study of the 2011 Big Sur International Marathon reveals the event’s strong economic impact on Monterey County. Race weekend spending and marathon-related income accounted for $18,139,252 in spending and indirect expenses. Combined with Big Sur Half Marathon results of $8,742,666 from a 2010 study, along with estimated figures from the annual Mud Run, the non-profit organization's total economic impact approaches $30 million in annual event-related spending. Read
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Voted "Best Half Marathon" in Competitor Magazines "best of" contest
In 2003, the Monterey Peninsula Herald deemed the inaugural event an "Immediate and overwhelming success!" The half marathon is a gently rolling fast course that winds through historic downtown Monterey, along Steinbeck's Cannery Row, and proceeds along Pacific Grove's coastline with incredible views of the Monterey Bay. Additionally it is an unparalleled race destination weekend with world-class golf and dining, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, wine tasting, several excellent Spas and more. Here's what some of our participants have to say...
- Truly one of the best half-marathons I've done. It was worth it for the tech shirt, unique medal, and stunning course. I applaud you for a well-organized and spectacular race!
- I had a wonderful time! You guys did an amazing job. 8,000 runners and we were treated as if we were all important. A fantastic experience! Thank you and your wonderful staff.
- Wow! What an event! The Big Sur Half Marathon is by far the best I've ever experienced; seamlessly organized, fabulous music along the way, and grat refreshment to greet us at the end.
- This was my fourth Big Sur Half and I continue to be impressed with the overall quality of the race organization and the volunteers...everything really. I have brought others to this race in years past and they in turn have brought others. I'll continue to sing your praises as I think you do an outstanding job with just about every aspect of this race adn I love the course/area in which it's held. Thanks for another great year.
