A Few of My Favorite Things About This RaceRecently, someone asked me why I like to run the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon & Relay. I return year after year because it's a beautiful course and well-run race. BTW, there's a 10K distance, too! Since we have plenty of time before race day (October 20, 2019) I thought I'd describe some of my favorite things about the race. I'll start with #1 and add the rest each month until race day. Here's my list:
Disclaimer: I’m promoting First Watch Sarasota Half as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews. 1. The John Ringling Causeway BridgeAround here, bridges are the closest thing to a mountain or hillside. Florida is flat. A lot of our bridges don't have much elevation either, but the Ringling Bridge is a respectable challenge. It's 60 feet tall and .586 miles long. The bridge connects Sarasota to St Armands Key and Lido Key. Here are some images that show why I enjoy running the bridge not once, but twice in the first few miles of the race. Photos: First Watch Sarasota Half & Relay; Graphics: This Old Runner Save $10 Off Half & Relay or $5 Off the 10KThis race is popular because of the location, course, race management, and those super-sized dolphin medals. Another good thing is my discount code. Use BRSARASOTA19 to SAVE $10 Off the Half and Relay or $5 off the 10K. Register before the next price increase. See you on the bridge! #SARASOTABR #BibChat #BibRavePro #RunSarasota #RunTheRingling #RunFlorida #FloridaRunners #WeRunSocial #MRTT
Disclaimer: I’m promoting First Watch Sarasota Half as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews. SAVE $10 with My Discount CodeHurry up and register for the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon and Relay. (There's a 10K race, too!) Current price is $70 until April 4th. Use my code: "BRSARASOTA19" to💰SAVE $10 on the Half or Relay, or $5 OFF the 10K race. 🙌 (Photo credit: First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon. Video credit: This Old Runner) First Watch Sarasota Half is October 20, 2019The First Watch Sarasota Half, Relay and 10K move to Fall this year. This scenic run through Sarasota will be on Oct. 20, 2019. If you haven't run here yet, you should! You can read my 2018 review here. 🏃♀️🏃♂️ FYI: This event always sells out! I know October seems far away, but get registered before the prices increase on April 4! 🐬🐬 See you at the starting line for that beautiful sunrise on Sarasota Bay! #RunSarasota #SarasotaBR #BibRavePro #BibChat #FirstWatch #SarasotaHalf #DiscountCode #CouponCode #RaceDiscount #Runnersofinsta #werunsocial #mrrt #runtampa #runstpete #FloridaRunners #halfmarathon #relay #10K #SarasotaBay #RunTheRingling #firstwatchbreakfastcafe
Disclaimer: I’m promoting First Watch Sarasota Half as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews. SAVE $10 When You #RunSarasota in OctoberOne of my favorite half marathons is moving to October this year. It's the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon and Relay in Sarasota, Florida. This event has a special place in my running heart. It's a beautiful course that takes you up and over the challenging John Ringling Causeway Bridge, around St. Armands Circle, and through some beautiful old neighborhoods with giant shade trees and Sarasota Bay views. The race begins and ends at Van Wezel Hall — a fun waterfront venue on the bay. Keep reading to learn more about the race and get my $10 Discount Code! Check Out the Race CourseWhy I Like the New Race DateFlorida's racing season is different than other parts of the country. Around here you can find 3-4 races every weekend in March. In the past, it meant you had to choose one race over another, or run two races on the same weekend. Sure, there were times I ran a couple of races one weekend. And, I've run a half marathons two weeks in a row. But, I like it much better when I can spread them out. It makes each event special and allows plenty of time for recovery. Now, First Watch Sarasota Half & Relay are at the start of race season in October. I can run the half without FOMO on other races. Plus, it's a great motivator to train through the summer and kick off the Fall racing season with a bang. October Temps in FloridaIf you've never been to Florida in October — come on down. While it's getting cold up North, we're still enjoying sunny beach days. October is a great time of year here. Humidity can be low or high, so I can't predict that. But, I did look up the predicted temps for October 2019: SAVE $10 on the Half with My Discount CodeRegister early and you can run this half marathon for $55. The current price is $70 until April 4th. You can use my code: "BRSARASOTA19" to SAVE $10 on the Half or Relay, or $5 OFF the 10K race. That means your half marathon price is back down to $60; the Relay is $90; and the 10K is $45. Register soon for the best price! Take a look at the registration schedule: Awesome Post Race Party on Sarasota BayThe named sponsor is First Watch Daytime Cafe. They make some of the best breakfasts around. On race day make sure you get a yogurt parfait, and hot pancakes. They're delicious after running 13.1 miles. You'll Earn Big Beautiful BlingBig bling was a thing in Sarasota long before the rest of the races caught on. Check out last year's dolphin medal. I've been tracking Sarasota's medals for the last 6 years, and they are always awesome! Their medals are some of my best race mementos. Read My 2018 Review and Register EarlyIf you want more info, you can read my review of the 2018 race. Check it out and then get yourself registered for this year's event. Remember, use "BRSARASOTA19" to SAVE $10 on the half or relay, and SAVE $5 on the 10K when you register online. #RunSarasota #FirstWatchSarasota #HalfMarathon #OctoberHalf #RunFlorida #RaceDiscount #CouponCode #SaveMoney
Discount Codes for Races and BrandsJoin Me for a Race in 2019I'm committed to running the First Watch Sarasota Half in October, and the Allstate Hot Chocolate 15K in Tampa in December. If you're interested, grab a discount code and join me. See you at the starting lines! #SarasotaBR #FirstWatchSarasotaHalf #SarasotaHalf #RunSarasota #RunTampa #HC15K #HC15KTampa #HotChocolate15K #FoodGrooveBR #RuggedManiac #RuggedBR #RuggedManiacDadeCity #FoodGrooveMission #SuperFoods #RaceDiscounts #DiscountCodes #BrandDiscounts #BibChat #BibRavePro #BRPAmbassador
Disclaimer: I received a free entry to the 2018 First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon as a BibRavePro. Register Early for 2019, Save Big BucksToday, you can register for the Half Marathon for $50, 10K for $50, and 2-person Relay for $80. But, these prices won't be around for long. When the early entry blitz is over, they're gone. Regular prices are higher. The race is worth every penny, but why not save some? The pricing structure for 2019 Blitz is based on the number of entrants, rather than the date. Look at the price chart below to see what I mean. Take advantage of 2019 Blitz Pricing and register now at http://SarasotaHalf.com Read my This Old Runner Review of the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon to learn more about the race course and amenities. It was lots of good food, views, free photos, and bling. Race date is scheduled for March 24, 2019. Hurry to take advantage of 2019 Blitz Pricing on now at http://SarasotaHalf.com #RunSarasota #RunStPete #RunNaples #RunBradenton #RunTampa #AthlinksBR #HalfMarathon #DiscountPrices #BlitzPricing #SpringBreakRace
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