Mile 26 split: 7:42 marathon time: 3:20:31
This last mile, while you think it would go quickly, actually somewhat drags on. The finish is at the recruiting depot, but you have to run through it first..ugh. And not only that, but you are weaving through its mini streets while, again, torturing your legs and making you ruin a smooth stride. Excited to finish to really see if this time was real, I saw a girl ahead of me looking of the same age division as I, and contemplated passing her. 
With ¾ of a mile left, I could have passed her, but who knows what kind of kick she could have produced at the end to still beat me. I thought about my options, but finally said, E, just finish… run your own race, and have the time of your life.
Mile 26.2 split: 1:21 marathon time: 3:22:05
Running past the finish line crowd, my last bit of cockiness came out as I wondered if co-worker/ friend George was there to greet us (Gaia was also running the race today). Annnnd for the cockiness: he might not even be here yet. I went on to cross the finish line in my fastest time to date…
…and that, ladies and gentlemen, was the San Diego Rock and Roll Marathon from the perspective of this slightly awkward and slightly cocky runner.
slightly awkward, slightly cocky, and slightly hungover. You are so crazy….
Comment by HIFIsamurai — July 11, 2008 @ 12:38 pm
Damn. look at those guns. Where is the show?
Comment by Cass — July 11, 2008 @ 9:27 pm
An impressive race. I enjoyed the detailed coverage.
Comment by kch — July 13, 2008 @ 8:58 pm
Being part of Marathon gives you a true sportsman’s spirit.
Comment by Run Your Car On Water — July 16, 2008 @ 11:22 pm