Author: Jim Manford Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 1326723499 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 250
Book Description
A guide to 20 overseas marathons, written by a dedicated Marathon Tourist. For those, who like him, enjoy combining a love of marathon running with a love of travel.
Author: Jim Manford Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 1326970496 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 256
Book Description
This is the sixth book in Jim's "Marathon Tourism" series aimed at those who enjoy combining their love of running with a love of travel. It presents a runner's guide to 20 of the most popular marathons in the USA offering detailed descriptions, not only of the events themselves, but also of the locations in which they are held. This book is recommended reading for anyone contemplating running a marathon in the USA.
Author: JIM MANFORD Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 024422627X Category : Languages : en Pages : 295
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Fancy running somewhere different for a change? The 11th book in Jim's 'Marathon Tourism' series provides a runner's guide to marathons held in some of the world's most exotic locations: from Arctic wastelands to tropical paradises; from the world's highest mountain to its longest coral reef; from the Great Wall of China to an ancient Inca Trail; from the world's greatest waterfall to barren deserts and from rugged stretches of coastline to the centres of iconic cities. This book is the perfect read for all those who enjoy combining their love of running with a love of travel.
Author: Jim Manford Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 0244463654 Category : Languages : en Pages : 260
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With 40 years of running behind him, including more than 300 marathons in over 100 overseas locations (55 different countries and still counting) there are few people better qualified than Jim Manford to guide runners step-by-step through some of the world's most exotic marathon locations. Writing as always from the perspective of a dedicated Marathon Tourist, in this his 10th book in his 'Marathon Tourism' series, Jim describes 25 island-based marathons from Cuba to Crete, Reykjavik to Rhodes, Tenerife to Torshavn and Sri Lanka to the Seychelles along with other beautiful islands around the globe. This book is a must-read for those who enjoy combining their love of running with a love of travel.
Author: Dennis Craythorn Publisher: Capital Road Race Publications ISBN: 9780965518727 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 356
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From tiny backwoods races to gigantic urban events, this guide details the top 120 marathons in the United States and Canada. Also included is information on the course, event history, race-related activities, accommodations, and contacts. 50 photos, 40 in color.
Author: Jim Manford Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 1326761463 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 229
Book Description
In this his fifth book in his "Marathon Tourism" series Jim provides a runner's guide to 30 overseas marathons that he has plans to run. Included, among others, are comprehensive descriptions of such exotic marathons as those in: Honolulu, Bahamas, Great Wall of China, Siberia, Rio de Janeiro, Comrades and Niagara Falls. This is a must-read book for all runners who enjoy combining their love of running with a love of travel.
Author: Elise Allen Publisher: Fodor's Travel Publications ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 388
Book Description
This travel guide to 12 popular races is written for marathoners by one of their own. While other books may focus on a single race, Allen covers races in every region of the country, giving information on hotels close to the starting lines, places to "carb up," and where to celebrate after the race.
Author: Brent Panno Publisher: eBookIt.com ISBN: 1456632981 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 37
Book Description
Traveling and running are my two biggest passions. I started off my travels with a study abroad trip to Australia, and I haven't stopped since then. I love combining running with my traveling, and in this book I outline a step by step guide of how to do it. Even if you're a student or a parent it's still possible to travel and run. How you prioritize and budget is very important to be able to afford and have time to do this. I am very budget sensitive, as I am a parent myself; I have spent a lot of time figuring out how to continue doing my passions. I hope you enjoy this book; I want it to be entertaining and very useful for you to be able to plan your next trip and race!
Author: Kimi Puntillo Publisher: Bantam ISBN: 0553906208 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 258
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“Running the Mount Everest Marathon is like running in heaven.” Kimi Puntillo has literally run around the globe to bring over 100 of the world’s most entertaining, breathtaking, and unforgettable races to runners of every capability. Ranging from marathons to one-milers, from the pristine glaciers of Antarctica to Vermont’s covered bridges, two-time Guinness World Record holder Puntillo offers practical and unique advice as only a woman who has run a marathon on every continent can. She shares her tips for the most desirable gear, snacks to carry in your backpack, how savvy runners get into events that are sold out months in advance, and the best local sights to take in on your downtime. Try the Great Wall Marathon, where you’ll climb 60,000 steps, crawl through ancient tower windows, and follow in the footsteps of ancient Chinese history. The Marathon du Médoc spoils you with wine every three miles at Bordeaux’s most elite châteaus and fresh-shucked oysters at mile 23. Or, if music is your thing and you long for a different rock band at every mile marker, head out to the Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon series in locales across the United States. Whether you want to make those running dreams come true or simply be entertained, here are dozens of running adventures sure to get your heart pumping. From the Trade Paperback edition.