OBX anyone?
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<p>No, but thought about it a few years ago.. heard good things. <br>
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<div class="quote-block">Originally Posted by <strong>Stitcher</strong> <a href="/forum/thread/71093/obx-anyone#post_1961698"><img alt="View Post" class="inlineimg" src="/img/forum/go_quote.gif" style="border:0px solid;"></a><br><br><p>Has anyone done the OBX marathon (Outer Banks, NC)?</p>
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<div class="quote-block">Originally Posted by <strong>Stitcher</strong> <a href="/forum/thread/71093/obx-anyone#post_1961698"><img alt="View Post" class="inlineimg" src="/img/forum/go_quote.gif" style="border:0px solid;"></a><br><br><p>Has anyone done the OBX marathon (Outer Banks, NC)?</p>
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<p>I did the HM there last year. A bunch of the 30's people did the full. I ran a PR there, and I thought the HM course had both good and not-so-good stuff to it. Several of the Full peeps didn't like a portion (not sure exactly which miles) of the race where the path was narrow. Overall, I liked the race, even though it was a hot, sunny day. </p>
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<p>I was one that did the full along with solarpowered. First half is definitely the more scenic of the halves, with you running through a nice residential area then through Kitty Hawk and the Wright Memorial. The trail portion is a couple miles long with varying terrain (different running surfaces and some dune-like inclines and declines) - personally I didn't mind it so much, but you do tend to get a lot of crap in your shoes that you have to empty out.</p>
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<p>The second half is along the highway, so while it's flat, it's not exactly the most interesting. You do have to cross the bridge into Manteo at mile 23 (not a pleasant sight if you're struggling) but Manteo itself is a nice place to finish up.</p>
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<p>I think the people really do appreciate the runners who come out since it is the off-season for the area, so the crowd support is plentiful (though thins out as you get closer to the bridge - it picks up once you cross it and get closer to the finish) all things considered. Also, the organization of the race was pretty good as well, so overall it's a nice race to run...if you can get a spot close to the shoreline for lodging, that would be an added bonus.</p>
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<p>The second half is along the highway, so while it's flat, it's not exactly the most interesting. You do have to cross the bridge into Manteo at mile 23 (not a pleasant sight if you're struggling) but Manteo itself is a nice place to finish up.</p>
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<p>I think the people really do appreciate the runners who come out since it is the off-season for the area, so the crowd support is plentiful (though thins out as you get closer to the bridge - it picks up once you cross it and get closer to the finish) all things considered. Also, the organization of the race was pretty good as well, so overall it's a nice race to run...if you can get a spot close to the shoreline for lodging, that would be an added bonus.</p>
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<p>Good to hear.</p>
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<p>I've got friends of the family who have neighbors who said that they could let people use their house.</p>
<p>So, if I did this one, I'd have a "family" place to stay, in Manteo. I think it would be worth it for a no cost lodging to be off the shore, especially since I'd also have the chauffer services as well. </p>
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<p>IT's two weeks after MCM next year, so it would have to be the next year before doing it....</p>
<p>or, maybe doing the half? lol</p>
<p>nahhhhhhhhhh</p>
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<p>lol</p>
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<p>There's also a triathlon there in September....HIM, OLY and Sprint options.</p>
<p>Maybe that's an option for the following year.</p>
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<p>Good to hear.</p>
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<p>I've got friends of the family who have neighbors who said that they could let people use their house.</p>
<p>So, if I did this one, I'd have a "family" place to stay, in Manteo. I think it would be worth it for a no cost lodging to be off the shore, especially since I'd also have the chauffer services as well. </p>
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<p>IT's two weeks after MCM next year, so it would have to be the next year before doing it....</p>
<p>or, maybe doing the half? lol</p>
<p>nahhhhhhhhhh</p>
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<p>lol</p>
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<p>There's also a triathlon there in September....HIM, OLY and Sprint options.</p>
<p>Maybe that's an option for the following year.</p>
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