September 27, 2011
Maine Marathon Race
Are you a runner? Come down and watch or participate in this years Maine Marathon Race. The marathon will take place on Sunday October 2. The race will kick off at 7:45am at Baxter Boulevard in Portland. There will be an early start time at 6am. Early start participants are not eligible for awards. Interested? but not exactly a marathon runner? Why not take part in the half marathon? There is some serious prize money available in you are a serious runner. The first male and female to finish the marathon will be awarded 500$, the second place male and female will be awarded 250$, third place male and female will be awarded 100$. If you’re really looking to boost your wallet you might want to start training now. The first male to finish under 2:25 will receive 1,000$. The first female to finish under 2:38 will also receive 1,000$. Again not a marathon runner? Don’t worry half marathon runners can also make their wallet fatter, if they’re motivated enough. The first place male and female of the half marathon will be awarded 200$. The second place male and female will receive 100$, and the third place male and female will receive 50$ each. If you’re running the half marathon and are the first to complete it under 1:07 for males, and 1:17 for females you will receive a 500$ bonus. The Maine marathon and half marathon may seem like a perfect way to enhance your wallet if you’re a runner but it also contributes to many different charities. Over the years millions have been raised to different charities. For a list click here. So If you want to do a little running for a great cause and to benefit your self in more way than one sign up today!
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