Alexis Davidson (MM926)- Walked the Enschede Marathon on Sunday. It was my 500th just a marathon. It’s the second oldest marathon in Europe, established in 1947. Run semi-annually until 1991, so this was the 55th edition. 54-63F windchills and average 15 mph winds. A one loop course with an out/back from 2-6K. Mix of country roads, bike paths and city streets. Strava says 357 ft elevation gain.
I went out too fast and paid for it later. 6 hour time limit, so no pressure. Sub 5:43 and beat only 4. DFL was 6:04 gun and 5:43 net. At one point, I was with 2 runners and 6 bike valet/emotional support bikes. Running races really need to police this better!!
Sport fans should have noticed I’ve been using the Pretenders for my 500 memes. Any ideas for 600? My 600th marathon or greater hopefully will occur in December.
Photo and Post Credit Alexis Davidson (MM926)
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