Mermaid Half Marathon San Diego

March 25, 2017 · San Diego, CA

Distance: 10K, 13.1 miles, 5K

Mermaid returns to San Diego’s Mission Bay for a scenic women’s 5k, 10k, and half marathon. The flat and fast course features beautiful Bay views as Mermaids get to run down E. Mission Bay Drive and along the paved running path. The Mermaid is ideal for both runners and walkers. Come out and experience the joy of crossing the finish line! Can’t make it to the race but you still want to join in the fun? Check out our Virtual Mermaid run option.

Mermaids receive

– Stylish Race Shirt

– Finisher Medal

– Finsher Necklace

– Post Race Food

Don’t forget to bring out your little ones for the girls 1.5 mile Mermaid Dash! The Dash is a great way to introduce girls to the sport of running and walking. The fun run/walk allows girls to experience the joy of crossing the finish line in a safe and supportive environment. Mermaid Dashers receive a medal, finisher necklace and post race food.

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Review

This was my first Mermaid race and everything was set up well. The tech tee was awesome looking and charm was a nice touch and something I could actually use rather than hanging it on the wall!!!! The best part was timing… As we were waiting for the results to be posted I get an email from the company with my time. That was awesome to be able to get your time shortly after you cross so you aren’t crowding around hundreds of other women waiting at the podium.

Post race party was great!! Lots of free goodies from Luna, Honest drink line and post race snacks. AT the Photo Booth you could write a saying in chalk and hold them in the picture, it was a great added keepsake bonus. Will definitely be back for next year’s event and I might even travel to another race in their series!!!

Review

It was a nice place, everything was set up well. Enjoyed Ali Sweeney, very kind and gracious to all of us ladies. The Hoodie and necklace was very nice-something I can actually use and wear!!!! Overall an A on everytyhing… was a little disappointed with the timing company-problems with getting correct times until the next day, however I don’t blame this on Prevention Mag for this, hopefully no problems in the future…. Will defintely be back for next years event along with my daughter and her sis in law!!!

Review

I have a couple favorite races. Mostly for the ease of the course, the location, the atmosphere and of course, the swag. This is my second year running the Mermaid Half and even after a full, a Spartan, an Xterra and two races that same weekend, I can still say that this is one of my favorites. The course is flat and fast and while there is a bit of a bottleneck going on when you get into Mission Bay Park (the 10k and 5k don’t need to worry about it as much as the halfers), if you know the course before going into it, you can avoid any confusion.

Packet pickup is a breeze and the long sleeve shirt that they give out is one of the best parts about this race. Parking is easy as long as you follow directions and get there early enough – they’ll shut the road down beginning at 7 a.m., so don’t try to press your luck! Spectators can get there a little later if they go through the backside of Mission Bay, but I saw many arrive early to cheer their racers on. The necklace instead of a medal is an added bonus! Post race party was great – lots of free goodies and some expos (like SkirtSports and Luna) were there even after the race which is unlike some of the bigger races. Bonus of Ali Sweeney doing a meet and greet and the Prevention Photo Booth to take your pictures!

If you’re a woman who is looking for her first race, but is a bit intimidated, sign yourself up. Big races can be overwhelming, but the Mermaid Series strives to make women feel comfortable in their fitness endeavours. It’s a wonderful event put on by professional and motivational people and it’s a race that can’t be missed!