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Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon

May 06, 2007

5.0

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Where

Cincinnati, OH, United States

Start time

09:00

Distances

Marathon

Sub-events

26.2

Marathon

May 06, 2007 Sunday

Distance: Marathon·Start time: 09:00

MarathonPoint to pointWheelchair race

Race Results

Top 3

1. Isaac Barnes 02:33:36

2. Kevin Alessandro 02:34:53

3. James Beyer 02:35:22

Top 3 Women

1. Leah Peelman 02:55:56

2. Tanya Thatcher 03:03:40

3. Leslie Kramer 03:05:06

Top 3 Men

1. Isaac Barnes 02:33:36

2. Kevin Alessandro 02:34:53

3. James Beyer 02:35:22

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Reviews

Based on 4 Reviews from other runners - tap or click to see all!

By: Bertie S.

Posted: May 07, 2024

Course support and entertainment are awesome

I have run 30+ marathons and the flying pig ranks high. The weather conditions were tough, warmer than ideal 70+ degrees with 95% humidity and chance of thunderstorms was challenging. The race coordinators ensured amazing support with water/Gatorade every mile and medical tents. The community definitely shows up and provides the best support. Girl scouts handing out thin mints, chocolate, swedish fish, freezer pops and orange slices were great surprises along the way. A huge thank you to the bikers patrolling for safety, the first responders and the entertainers. Cincinnati knows how to host a marathon weekend. Nice having a finish that included a family friendly atmosphere with vendors and games. The intense elevation at the beginning is significant but you reap the benefits with the descent and flatter course as you close in on the finish

5.0

By: Bob Kroeger

Posted: May 06, 2024

Another marvelous marathon

Race director John Capella keeps making this race better and better each year! (Disclaimer: I am not related to John). About 20 years ago, the Pig was my first marathon and I ran it again this year, reaching number 96, giving me a pretty good perspective on marathons both here and abroad. Despite the heat and humidity and being old and slow, I finished the Pig and came to appreciate even more John's attention to detail. The expo, though crowded, went smoothly, thanks to superb organization. During the marathon, besides fans being almost everywhere, there seemed to be an aid station every time you turned a corner. I also thanked the many volunteers who offered ice cold towels, which were a godsend on this hot day. Thanks, John, for a marvelous job! One suggestion: make new mile markers, wooden and about 10 feet tall. Only saw a couple of them; maybe they blew over.

5.0

By: Thanh C.

Posted: May 22, 2023

top-rated everything

I've ran PIG since 2008 & it gets better and better every year. Thank you for support of countless volunteers & the city of Cinti

5.0

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Related News

Spring Marathons - Already?

The fall marathon season is cooling down and many runners are beginning to train for the upcoming spring season. The 2010 Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon is on the list of potential spring races.

General News Cincinnati Enquirer

Dec 04, 2009

RRCA Picks Cincinnati As 2008 Convention Host

The Road Runners Club of America, the national association of running clubs, running events and runners dedicated to promoting long distance running, has picked Cincinnati and the Flying Pig Marathon as the host of its 50th Anniversary Convention, scheduled for April 30-May 4, 2008. The RRCA Board and State Reps will meet on April 30th and the Convention activities will kick-off on May 1, 2008.

General News

Jun 11, 2007

Flying Pig Runner Died Of Heart Attack

Richard Paris had just completed a half marathon on May 6 when he collapsed at the finish line. Dr. O’dell Owens ruled that Paris had a heart attack triggered by exceptionally high blood pressure and a progressive buildup of arterial plaque that reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. Richard Paris, 46, of Centerville, a Dayton suburb, had just completed a half marathon on May 6 when he collapsed at the finish line. ADVERTISEMENT Dr. O’dell Owens ruled Tuesday that Paris had a heart attack triggered by exceptionally high blood pressure and a progressive buildup of arterial plaque that reduced blood flow to the heart muscle.

General News Coshocton Tribune

May 22, 2007

Flying Pig Champion Sets Her Sights On Triple Crown

Peelman will compete in the Thanksgiving Day Race this fall in an attempt to become the first runner ever to sweep Cincinnati's three major races in a calendar year.

General News The Cincinnati Post

May 07, 2007

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