Last Chance BQ.2 - Grand Rapids
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Last Chance BQ.2 - Grand Rapids
Last Chance BQ.2 in Grand Rapids is a limited field marathon event held at Secchia Meadows in Millennium Park. The course is a 4.05 mile certified loop (USATF MI18031MN) on a wide paved path that crosses a footbridge, runs along the Grand River, and passes through meadows. Most of the course is heavily shaded. The loop is mostly flat with a gently rolling section between about 2.5 and 3.5 miles on the first circuit.
The event is focused on Boston Marathon qualification and enforces entry qualifying standards, with a stated field limit of 330 runners and a 4 hour 30 minute time limit. Wheelchairs are not allowed. Bicycles are prohibited and will result in disqualification if used to accompany runners.
Aid is provided with water and Gatorade at stations near mile 1 and mile 3.2; each station is passed multiple times on the loop. Two personal water bottle tables are available near the first aid station and crews may refill bottles at aid stations. Runners must supply any additional nutrition.
Timing uses bib timing chips with mats on the loop for split times. All finishers receive a finisher medal and first place awards are given to the top male and female. Packet pickup is available the day before at Fulton Street Pub & Grill and at the race site on race morning. There are no deferrals, transfers, or refunds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
