Fiddlers Run Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cold start — layer up, moderate wind, rain likely
Runners will start in chilly 37°F conditions — dress in layers for the corral and plan to shed early. Moderate winds around 19mph may affect pacing on open sections of the course. Rain is likely — waterproof your phone and bib, and consider a disposable poncho for the corral. Moderate humidity at 78% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.
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Race Info
The Cape Breton Fiddlers Marathon runs along Sydney, Nova Scotia's downtown waterfront on a flat, paved course, starting and finishing at Victoria Park. It is a certified Boston Marathon qualifier. Local musicians play along the route, and the course passes near Sydney's "Big Fiddle" landmark. The race is organized by the Cape Breton Fiddlers Run Association, formed in 2005 by Lydia and Everett Dickson to promote fitness in the community. Source
