Rise to the challenge and take on the 21km course and enjoy Sydney's most spectacular and historic landmarks including the Harbour Bridge and Opera House
NOTE THAT THE HALF MARATHON HAS REACHED CAPACITY FOR 2011. No more entries can be taken.
| When | Sunday 18 September 2011 |
| Distance | 21.0975km |
| Start Time | 6:20am |
| Start Line Cut-off | 6:40am |
| Course Information | Interactive course map coming soon Course cut-off & redirection points >> |
Refreshment Stations | Electrolyte drinks will be available at selected drink stations along the course. A refreshment station will be located at the finish line. |
| Cut-off & Redirection Points | Overall cut-off time 2 hours 45 minutes >> |
| Intuitive Training Program supported by Blackmores | You will receive free access to a specialist online training program, Marathon-Guru. Devised by running legend Lee Troop, Marathon Guru is a predictive system that estimates participant's time based on training output. The program adjusts throughout the weeks according to the training results against the speed/workload of the training prescribed. To get started click here >> |
| Pace Makers | To assist you in achieving your personal best, pace makers will be provided by Sydney Striders. Each Pace Setter will be holding a coloured flag and will wear an identifiable singlet which will have the pace time marked on the back. There will be a pacer for the following times; 80mins, 90mins, 100mins, 110mins & 120mins |
| Age Categories | 18-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75+ *Must have parents consent if under 18 years |
| Prize Money | Male & female prize money 1st - $1,000, 2nd - $750, 3rd - $500 |
| Finisher Rewards | Quality commemorative medal featuring Rob de Castella |
| Event Kit Collection | The Asics Event Expo will once again be held at Cook and Phillip Park, College Street, Sydney from 11-17 September. All participants are required to attend event registration to collect their event kit |
| Clothing Transport | To transport your clothing from the start to finish you need to bring your plastic bag and unique clothing bag sticker provided in your event kit |
| Integrated Transport Ticket | Simply show your chest bib to use public transport on event day. Please contact the Transport info line 131 500 or visit www.sydneybuses.com.au regarding early morning bus or train services. The start area is right outside Milson’s Point Station |
| Accommodation | Get to the start as fresh as possible by staying at The Menzies Hotel, situated opposite Wynyard Station, and only one train stop from race start! Late check-out is included. More information coming soon! |
| Previous Results | Click here >> |
| Australian Half Marathon Championships | State team travel assistance >> |
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