Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon

Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Race Dates

2014: TBD
2013: Sunday, February 17, 2013

Course Information

Profile: Pancake Flat
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement
Certified?: Yes

Miscellaneous Information

Early Entry Fee: $70
Pace Groups?: Yes

Rating:

PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 85.36
Course Score: 99.85

Race Day Weather

Mean Temperature: 69°F (20°C)
Average High: 77°F (25°C)
Average Low: 60° F (15°C)
Historical Weather

Race Size

2013: 687 Finishers

2012: 639 Finishers

2011: 615 Finishers

Elevation Chart

Maximum Elevation: 20 feet

Minimum Elevation: 0 feet

Course Description

The marathon course elevation is very flat. It is basically sea level for the entire race. The Las Olas Bridge is the only "hill" on the course and rises about 20 feet and is just before mile 3 on the course.

Although the course is flat and fast, the warm weather in Ft. Lauderdale this time of year will slow most runners down considerably.

Runner Ratings & Reviews

EMR's review of 2013 race.   

Review

A nice, super flat race. It is essentially an out and back race. It starts @ 6:00am I'm guessing to avoid the heat but it creates a memorable first hour as the sun rises over the ocean. The port-a-potties at the race start ran out of toilet paper an hour before the race. No excuse for that. There are plenty of water stops which most years will be critical. They do consistantly have a great medal.

Race Tips

The course is as flat as advertised w/ only one hill, an overpass. Its usually warm (altho 2013 was nice and cool) so hydrate. After the Halfers split off (mile 9) it can get a little lonely and miles 7-23 we don't get ocean views only the backs of beachfront hotels, ugh.

Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

I stayed close to the airport to save money but was still only 15 minutes from the race. I parked at the finish and took the shuttle to the start which worked great. I did arrive for the shuttle by 4:30. The expo was moved to the convention center. More room for the expo but bad traffic getting in and must pay for parking.

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