Some of you may have heard by now that the Santa Clarita Marathon and Half Marathon in Santa Clarita, California has been cancelled due to the fires close by. A combination of smoke and city resources being used in the fighting of the fire are cited.
The races have a nice small town atmosphere and it is a shame it had to be cancelled. The course goes right comes within a quarter mile of my house.
Although the marathoners are out of luck, there may be an option for the half-marathoners. The Santa Barabara News Press Half Marathon is being held on Saturday November 1. The course is a little more challenging than Santa Clarita, but it is just as senic and slightly larger, it is a good alternative and you can register the day of the race. Information about the race can be found at Competitor Magazine's Websight in the Calender Section
Just thought I would let anyone know who is interested.