Groundhog Day Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cold start, moderate wind chill
Runners will face a chilly race start at 20°F, rising to a high of 29°F. Winds from the SW at 9 mph will create a noticeable wind chill, with gusts up to 21 mph. Hydration is still important despite the cold; runners should dress in layers to manage body heat effectively.
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We’ve all heard of Punxsutawney Phil, the little furry guy in Pennsylvania who comes out, sees his shadow, and declares six more weeks of winter. Then there’s Augustus T. Groundhog, better known as Grand Rapids Gus. He’s Phil’s much more interesting cousin. Unlike Phil, who it seems can only see shadows, Gus has much better eyesight and can look at a calendar on February 2 and know that spring doesn’t start for six weeks. Gus suggested that instead of lamenting over six more weeks of winter, we should EMBRACE the cold and snow and do something fun. And so, the Groundhog Day Marathon was born. Source
