Best of the West Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Comfortable temps, big temp swing
Mild 57°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Temps will climb significantly to 75°F by later miles, so expect fading conditions as the race progresses. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing. Moderate humidity at 71% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.
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Race Info
The Best of the West Half Marathon is a point-to-point run through West Branch State Park near Ravenna, Ohio, starting at the park beach on Marina Drive. It follows the marathon course around the eastern end of the lake and across the dam, then finishes at the marathon turnaround. The route is relatively flat and runs through the park's oak and hickory forest, and the finish party is back at the beach.
