Shoreline Half Marathon

Hamlin Beach, New York

Saturday, July 13, 2019

On Saturday, July 13, 2019 I race walked the Shoreline Half Marathon in Hamlin Beach, New York.  The temperature varied from 64 to 75 degrees with sunny skies and a wind speed of 5 mph.  The course was flat for the most part on 12 miles of paved rural roads and 1 mile of somewhat paved paths that had to be utilized because the normal bike path had sections covered by water because Lake Ontario is at a very high level that has damaged much lake front paths and properties.  Volunteers were stationed at all of the turns to ensure that the 413 finishers in the half marathon and the 418 finishers in the 5K were able to navigate the proper path successfully.  There was one police officer stationed at a major intersection and several police officer patrolled the course where the roads were not closed to traffic which for the most part was very sparse.  Water/electrolyte stations were located every two miles and had plenty of friendly enthusiastic efficient volunteers taking care of the needs of the participants.  I do not know what brand of electrolyte was utilized; however, I know it did not work as well as Gatorade or Powerade.  The race is well organized and fun and this was the second time I have done the half marathon.  The other time was in 2013.  I did manage to earn the third place male 70+ running age group award for my walking efforts.

Packet Pick-up

Before the Race

After the Race

Chester "Southernmost Walker" Kalb

Terry Czigan