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Vancouver Marathon Information
Course Information
A paved, spectator-friendly course starting on Pacific Boulevard, east of GM Place. Runners run out and back by the inner harbour of False Creek, through Strathcona and into beautifully forested Stanley Park. Exit at English Bay then cross the Burrard Street Bridge to the spectator-filled cafe, beaches and beautiful homes of Kitsilano, before returning to the finish on Pacific Boulevard, south of GM Place. Some sloping hills and Burrard Bridge with 100' elevation is crossed 2 times.
Aid Stations
What you will find all along your way!
• Course markers at every kilometer and every 5 miles
• Aid stations with Canadian Springs water and Gatorade
• 4 PowerBar PowerGel stations
• 5 Sponge Stations
• BMO Candy Corner (42.2 km Marathon course only)
• Medical assistance and portable toilets
Age Restrictions: You must be 16 years of age or older on race day to be eligible to participate in the Marathon and 12 years of age or older on race day to be eligible to participate in the 21.1 km Half Marathon. Parents/guardians are urged to ensure that young runners have the training and pace judgment needed to complete the event comfortably and safely. BMO Vancouver Marathon Directors and staff reserve the right to require proof of age.
Prohibited Items: The use of strollers, bicycles, inline skates, pets, and elite pacing are strictly prohibited. The right to disqualify runners who fail to comply with these regulations is at the sole and exclusive decision of the Board of Directors of the Vancouver International Marathon Society ("VIMS"). iPods/MP3 players/headphones: The race directors prohibit the use of these devices for the runner's safety and the safety of those around them. There is no risk of disqualification for simple use, however, if a runner puts themselves or other runners at risk through an unsafe act that the Board of Directors determine was caused directly or indirectly through the use of a prohibited item, the race directors reserve the right to disqualify the runner.
Pacing Requirement: There is a strict 2:00pm course closure time for all events. For participants in the Marathon and 21.1 km Half Marathon, this means you have until 2:00pm to complete your event. There will be designated check points along the course with authorized course marshals that monitor minimum pace and to redirect runners to ensure completion within the cut off time. Sweep vehicle will be available for pick up if necessary.
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