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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 Course
 Next, runners race 4 miles through neighborhoods and on Bayshore Blvd. before returning to Tamiami Trail and the finish line at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. The finish line leads to the post race party on the bay. (Photo credit: FW Sarasota Half)  First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon & Relay Course. There's a 10K race, too. (Photo credit: FW Sarasota Half) Why 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:  Expect warm days and cool nights in Florida during October. That means the Gulf water temp and beaches will be perfect. (Graphic: Weather Channel) 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:  (Photo credit: FW Sarasota Half) 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.  Yep, that's a band on stage in the background. Post race there are drinks and breakfast foods to refuel all the runners after their races. Relax, eat, and enjoy the view. (Photo credit: This Old Runner)
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
 (Photo credit: Best Damn Race) Check out my review of the Best Damn Race in Safety Harbor on Saturday, February 2, 2019. The event features a 5K, 10K, Challenge and Half Marathon. I ran the half marathon this year. Read all about this fun race. If you want to try a Best Damn Race, make sure you use my discount code. Enter THISOLDRUNNER to receive $5 off any race in any of the remaining cities. Check my race discount page for expiration dates. #BDR #BestDamnRace #SafetyHarbor
Here's some good news for anyone looking for the best damn gift for their favorite runner this Valentine's Day. Take them to Savannah and run the Best Damn Race! A race in a romantic city makes the perfect gift for your favorite runner! 🏃♀️🏃♂️😍 #Amirite? Right now the half marathon is $75 and the 5K is $40. Use my code to take $5 OFF. You Can Still Save $5 on the Half or 5K Save $5 on the half or 5K with code: THISOLDRUNNER. (Photo credit: This Old Runner) 🎉 More Good News! 🎉Use my code “THISOLDRUNNER" to SAVE $5 💵 on any BDR race in any city until the code expires. Only 3 more #BestDamnRace events this season: 👉 Savannah Feb. 16. Code expires Feb. 14 👉 Orlando March 2. Code expires Feb. 16 👉 New Orleans March 24. Code expires March 10 Get more details and register: BestDamnRace.com #BDRSavannah #BestDamnRaceSAV #DiscountCode #RaceCode #Savannah #RunSavannah #GeorgiaRunner #GARunner #InstaRunner #FloridaRunner #BestDamnRaceOrlando #BestDamnRaceNOLA #BDROrlando #BDRNOLA #RunOrlando #RunNOLA #BibChat #RunChat #WeRunSocial #MRTT #GeorgiaOnMyMind #ValentinesDay #GiftIdeas #RunnerGifts #ValentineRunner #CupidRunner
Whew, I posted all of my new race codes and brand discounts. Take a look before you register for your next race! There are more brand discounts coming soon! Some Best Damn Race Discounts Expire SoonYou can still save on the Best Damn Race series if you hurry. The next event is in Safety Harbor on February 2. You can register, but there aren't any codes left for it.
My discount code "THISOLDRUNNER" is still good for these Best Damn Races: • Savannah on Feb. 16. Code expires Feb. 14. • Orlando on March 2. Code expires Feb. 16. • New Orleans on March 24. Code expires March 10. Keep an eye on those expiration dates if you want to save money on registration. #DiscountCodes #CouponCode #RaceCode #RaceDiscount #FoodGrooveBR #RuggedBR #RuggedManiac #OCR #DaytonaHalf #RunSarasota #BestDamnRace #BDRNOLA #BDRSavannah #BDROrlando #DetroitFREEP #GrandmasMarathon #GMarathon #HCTampa #HotChocolateTampa #HotChocolate15K #HC5K #HC15K #RunStPete #RunTampa #RunBradenton #RunSarasota #RunTampaBay #RunFlorida #BibRavePro #BibChat #ad #ambassador |
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Price Blitz for the 2020 BDR Races begins on April 10th with Safety Harbor. After the blitz, SAVE $5 on ANY race in ANY city when you register w/ code: THISOLDRUNNER. Safety Harbor; Orlando; New Orleans; Savanah. Visit my Race Discounts page for more details. #BDR
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