The Comrades Marathon can have several negative impacts, including environmental concerns due to increased litter and strain on local resources, as large crowds of participants and spectators converge on the area. Additionally, the event can disrupt local communities, causing traffic congestion and noise pollution. There may also be safety risks for both runners and spectators, particularly if proper measures are not in place to manage the large number of participants. Lastly, the intense physical demands placed on runners can lead to serious health issues or injuries.
The Comrades Marathon was founded by Vic Clapham.
One can participate at the Comrades marathon by simply going on to the Comrades maraton website and submitting an online entry. It is as simple as that.
The Comrades Marathon is a much longer and more difficult course than the Boston Marathon. Comrades has more cumulative elevation change than the comparatively flat Boston course (by far), and it traverses 55.9 miles through South Africa, as compared to the 26.2 miles of the Boston Marathon. In short, it is longer and harder.
Alberto Salazar
Bruce Fordice
yes.
1923
The Comrades Marathon is a 87km race set in Durban, South Africa. The entry fee is R500 and all qualifying racers must comply with ASA rules and technical standards.
Stephen Muzhingi from Zimbabwe.
Nine times
cause you only live once
The Comrades Marathon is held in either May or June and is run from Durban to Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. It was established in 1921. Runners have 12 hours to complete the 56 mile race.