Marathons Season in the Caribbean
the race begins with the ritual torch- and flat. there are categories for mara-
bearers raising their flaming bamboo thoners, half-marathoners, half-marathon
torches as the horn blows, launching walkers and a four-person relay. the
the runners into action. the iaaf certi- event begins at 5:00am and must be
fied course begins and ends at long completed within a six-hour period. the
Bay Beach park on norman manley marathon proudly benefits the cayman
Boulevard. negril’s famous 7-mile white islands cadet corps and the cayman
sand beach is visible along the route. islands cancer Society. all those who
over $10,000 uS in prize money is complete the marathon will receive a spe-
available this year, along with the Bob cially designed commemorative medal
marley and rita marley trophies awarded and certificate. for more information
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marathon will be supporting two charities days, the high mountain coffee 10km
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this year: the local heart foundation of and 5km road races are held in January
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Jamaica as well as the international Joints 2009. this strenuous event tests even
in motion, and the african caribbean the most seasoned runner’s skills through
ing you all the way. During the two days leukemia trust. By pairing with like mind- steep mountain climbs. for those less
leading up to the race, participants and ed charitable institutions, the reggae inclined to running up mountainous ter-
visitors will enjoy the marathon expo and marathon build awareness about these rain, grab a cup of high mountain coffee
the Jhta “World’s Best” pasta party, a important causes. for more information and cheer on those who are up for
great way to load up on energy before visit www.reggaemarathon.com. the challenge. for more information visit
the big day. Sunday, December 7
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rastafarian drummers open the day to the cayman islands marathon. the
with chanting, just before the 5:15am start. scenic iaaf sanctioned route is fast
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