Is the Auckland marathon Hilly?

The course at Auckland is top-heavy, meaning the difficult parts are in the first half. Most of the early part consists of small hills. In fact the course basically starts on a hill (an easy one). Hills are the bane of a marathoner because not all kilometres are equal.

What is the average elevation gain for a marathon?

about 950 feet
Elevation matters Across 26.2 miles, you’re bound to encounter a hill or two. The L.A. course is no exception, with uphill sections that can present a surprise to unprepared runners. Though elevation estimates vary across sources, the Los Angeles Times calculated a total elevation gain of about 950 feet.

Can you walk the Auckland half marathon?

Running Events, organisers of the Waterfront Half Marathon welcome walkers in all of our events, irrespective of the distance.

How steep is the Auckland Harbour bridge?

The bridge is 1,020 m (3,348 ft) long, with a main span of 243.8 metres, rising 43.27 metres above high water, allowing ships access to the deepwater wharf at the Chelsea Sugar Refinery, one of the few such wharves west of the bridge, the proposed Te Atatū port not having been built.

What is the gradient of Auckland Harbour bridge?

a 5% gradient
The Auckland Harbour Bridge has a 5% gradient on its approach ramps as well as horizontal curves on both approaches which combine to effectively reduce lines of sight as well as increasing demands on drivers travelling at speed (the speed limit is 80km/hr) and in close proximity to vehicles travelling in the opposite …

Does sea level run faster?

Running at sea level makes it easier to breathe than at altitude. If this was the only factor, then running a marathon at sea level would be faster. However, the weather and elevation changes are other factors to consider so you can’t just assume you will run faster in a sea level marathon.

How long is the Auckland marathon?

11km
The John West 11km Traverse course runs from Smales Farm Bus Stations on Auckland’s North Shore, along the Busway southbound to the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Where does the half marathon finish in Auckland?

The Barfoot & Thompson Half Marathon course runs from Devonport on Auckland’s North Shore, through Takapuna to the Smales Farm Bus Station where it joins the Busway southbound to the Auckland Harbour Bridge. After crossing the Bridge, the course takes in Westhaven Marina, the Wynyard Quarter before finishing at Victoria Park.

Where does the Barfoot and Thompson Half Marathon start?

Accompanying animals are not allowed on the course. The Barfoot & Thompson Half Marathon course runs from Devonport on Auckland’s North Shore, through Takapuna to the Smales Farm Bus Station where it joins the Busway southbound to the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Can you run a half marathon as a walker?

Walkers are welcome to enter the Half Marathon and will be issued a specific walkers race bib. The walking category is for participants who intend to walk the entire course and compete against other ‘walkers’. If you intend to run even one step on the course please register as a ‘runner’.

What do you get in a half marathon?

All half marathon finishers will receive a finisher medal. Prizes are offered for the top 5 male and female overall runners and the first three runners in each age group category.