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#7 San Francisco Marathon

San Francisco is a constant in life. At least for past 15 years (or is it 16, don't remember). Wish is to continue as much as I can. The event is magical.   Over the years lots has changed (except spectators, still not in numbers a city like San Francisco deserves but we will get there someday) -- Golden gate leg got added (2004 I think), the same year runner's world sponsored it, which bumped its participation from low thousands to 10,000+. As of 2017, I believe there are 30-40k odd runners at start line. Regardless, if you want a tour of the city, this event does it for you.  Starts right by the clock tower on embarcadaro, with early miles along the peers, Ghirardelli, North beach, Presidio, Marina, Crissy fields before it goes up the bridge.   If you lucky (most of the years you were), you have a clear sky and see golden gate in its full splendor and beauty.  Other years, like this year, you are on it but you can't see it (thanks Mr. Fog).  Still the fres