Stockholm Calling
This morning I received an email update from Jubilee Marathon Stockholm organizers. I signed up for this marathon that will have participants run the 1912 Olympic marathon course, which starts at the Olympic Stadium in Stockholm. With 10,000 entrants, it is not going to be a huge event, but I am totally looking forward to this marathon in July. I am running with my friend, Randy Sprinkle, from South Carolina, and I also know a couple of local runners who signed up for this. This is going to be my third visit to Stockholm but the first time running a race there. It is a beautiful city, and this time I will be able to enjoy more of it by running 26.2 miles! By the way, in 1912, a marathon distance was 40.2K, instead of 42.195K. They will add distance to make it a marathon distance of today. The start time is scheduled at 13:48, as it was 100 years ago. Hope it is not going to be super hot. This event is to celebrate the 100th anniversary; therefore, there will be no prizes for winners. This will, of course, reduce the field of elite marathoners. Also, with London Olympics only one month away, there won’t be any record-breaking runners, either. Combined with a never-ending mid-summer day, it will be a great party by the runners and spectators. Something tells me this marathon is going to be for fun, not for a PR!
Speaking of runners and spectators, the organizers are encouraging them to dress up in 1912 fashion. Oh boy. I’ve never done a costume marathon, though I’ve run with costume runners all around me before. They are selling the replica of 1912 vest that Swedish runners wore. Maybe, I just do that!
What an amazing experience that will be! I’m excited to read all about it!
You will definitely read about it! I cannot wait till I share my experience here. Stay tuned =)
Wow, what a fun experience! Have a great time, looking forward to reading about it.
Thanks! Stay tuned!
I’m impressed — sounds like an amazing adventure!
Best of luck to you…
Thank you! I am thinking lots of pictures will be taken =).
I just moved back to the US from Stockholm! My boyfriend ran the Stockholm Marathon last year and he really enjoyed it. Stockholm is such a beautiful city and the race is very well-organized. This is one of my favorite stories about Stockholm – have you heard about the runner who went “missing” for 50 years? (http://jerseyshorejen.tumblr.com/post/17370829145/hrtbps-the-marathon-runner-who-went-missing-for)
Anyway, good luck and enjoy the city! I miss it a lot!
OMG! Never heard of the story of missing, uh fellow country man! Interesting story. Thanks for sharing. Yes, Stockholm is very beautiful and it is my favorite city. I cannot wait for my July visit!
Cool share, my new friend!
Thank you!
Sweet and thanks for sharing!
Glad you like the post. Thanks!
Keep on running!
Excellent post. And I like marathon too.
It apparently works… Good Luck!
This is a bit off topic, but I love the quote on your banner: “Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional!”
Keep on….nice Blog
I’m 21 and I’m currently training for the first half marathon in my life! – right next to sweden I’m in Denmark
good luck to you and have a good run!
Thank you and good luck on your training!
Great blog post. One day I will do a Marathon.
Thank you! Glad you you liked it.
Reblogged to http://www.ecomom22.com – can’t wait to follow your story, this is on my travel list of places I’d love to go, safe travels, Good luck and good health!
Reblogged this on ecomom22 and commented:
Can’t wait to follow the travels, 26.2 mile marathon in Stockholm, should be amazing!
Thanks for the reblog!
I ran the Disney Princess half in costume. It was… interesting.
Stockholm is such a beautiful city, I just visited and blogged about my experience there! Can’t wait to hear about your upcoming trip there
Yes, it is a great city. Looking forward to going back. Will check your post!
Good luck with the Marathon. The only one I have done was the Loch Rannoch Marathon in the Highlands of Scotland. Beautiful scenery but only sheep to watch! Stockholm is such a stunning city, I love all the water and it feels so fresh. Enjoy.
I’d like to run in Scotland some day!
That’s great! There is a huge running culture over here (and cycling) and lots of space & fresh air.
OOOOH WHAT A POST .. I LOVE IT .. ONE OF MY DREAMS IS RUNNING IN MARATHON , GOOD LUCK BROTHER
Thanks! Make your dream come true!
Sounds cool. Hope to see your after post!
Will do! Stay tuned… =)