Inaugural 13.1 Marathon Los Angeles

The 13.1 Marathon is a new racing series focused on my favorite distance. Their organization benefits World Vision – a non-profit which helps children and communities in Africa.

I like their tagline “Where the Party Meets the Pavement” and the idea that 13.1 isn’t half of anything. Sign me up!

The course looks pretty cool. Starting off at the Strand in Venice – it’s a fast, flat out and back course along Venice Blvd. – this actually used to be my training route for the LA Marathon so it’s also a tribute race for me.

The 13.1 series races are produced by US Road Sports who also do ING Miami Marathon, the ING Georgia Marathon and the Chicago Half. Right at the beginning of January! Let’s go, people!

January 10, 2010

http://www.131marathon.com