CIM Marathon Race Report – Noel Bautista

Race: California International Marathon (CIM)

Runner: Noel Bautista

Race Date: 12/05/2021

Location: Folsom – Sacramento

Results: https://www.athlinks.com/event/3241/results/Event/996699/Course/2160653/Bib/7424

Strava Activity Link: https://strava.app.link/FFvsJMbTMlb

3 Bests – What aspects of the race did you like the most?

  • The rolling hills
  • Weather held up really well
  • More than enough aid/fuel stations

Most important CIM course specific knowledge to know about the race

In case you forget your hydration/nutrition either back in the hotel or in the shuttle, don’t let it ruin your race because every mile 1-2miles.

Difficulty – Is CIM a tough course?

The course is not easy but not the most difficult only because you do run some rollers

Competition – Is there a strong field?

So many runners show up you’re more than likely going to find either a pack or a couple runners giving each other that extra push for a stronger finish.

Logistics – Does it require a special handshake, registration a year in advance, hotels all booked? Give us the low down on the nuts and bolts of making the race happen.

The sooner you book a hotel the better because they will fill up quick.

Weather and typical race conditions

Partly cloudy, 42°F & 1mph wind

Gear – Did you need anything special or is there anything you’d recommend for the next runner?

I would recommend future runners to wear bottom and/or top gear for the shuttle and warming up before the race because all gets donated

Spectators – Is this a friendly course for your friends?

Definitely will invite friends and family to spectate

How’s the Swag?

Cannot go wrong with a long sleeve.

The Overall Score – How many stars do you give this race and do you recommend that others run CIM?

The course was marked really well, volunteers were on point at all stations and cannot forget about the cheering spectators.

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