500 Races, Routes and Adventures contains all the information and
practical advice needed to enjoy the best and most unusual running
experiences around the world--all gathered in one place, a veritable
bucket list for runners. Taking an exciting journey around the world,
the book details the best routes, locations, and races worth running on
all seven continents (including Antarctica!).
Each run is described in vivid detail and presented alongside impressive
full-color photography with route/race stats. Entries are written by
running
experts from around the world and categorized into type: road, trail,
mountain, desert, winter, nighttime, multi-terrain, urban as well as
team and relay runs in addition to novelty runs and festivals. Each
entry is plotted onto continent maps as well as easy to use
month-by-month race finders.
Races are indexed both by type and location, for easy navigation.
Whether planning a 5k charity fun run in the local park, a first
marathon, a solitary off-road mountain adventure, or an extreme
round-the-world ultramarathon
challenge, this information-packed, heavily illustrated book is a
one-stop source of inspiration for runners at every level.