UCC Coffee presents...The 15th Annual Kunitake Farms
KONA MARATHON, 1/2 MARATHON, 10K & 5K FAMILY FUN RUNS
June 29, 2008 - Keauhou-Kona, Hawaii
Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort
 John Kunitake

Frequently Asked Questions

2007 Results 2007 Official race photos

  1. How/where do I pick up my race number?
  2. How do I get my finisher and course photos?
  3. How do I get my Finishers Shirt?
  4. What replenishment fluid is availble on the course?
  5. Is there Energy Gel available at aid stations?
  6. How many aid stations are there?
  7. Are there restrooms along the course?
  8. How hilly is the course?
  9. What will the weather be like?
  10. What is the Marathon cutoff time?
  11. Are there finisher medals?
  12. What are the start times?
  13. Can I wear my race number on my back or side?
  14. Can I wear head phones?
  15. What if I decide to do a different distance?
  16. Once I finish, can I go back and run in with my friend?
  17. Can a friend or family member cross the finish line with me?
  18. What kind of surface is the race run on?



    1. How/where do I pick up my race number?
      Race week packet pick up will take place Monday, June 23 - Friday, June 27 at Hawaiian Pedals, located in the Kona Inn Shopping Center and Saturday, June 28, at The Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort from 10 am - 5 pm. You can pick up your race numbers on race morning from 4:30 am until race start at the Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort.
    2. How do I get my finisher and course photos?
      Photos can be found at:       www.hawaiiphotoman.com
    3. How do I get my Finishers Shirt?
      Finishers shirts will be available after the race at the Finishers shirts tent. Shirts will not be mailed. It is up to you to pick up your Finisher shirt.
    4. What replenishment fluid is availble on the course?
      Kona Marathon proudly endorses       Ultima Replenisher for on course and training replenishment.This year's flavor will be BananaBerry.
    5. Is there Energy Gel available at aid stations?
      There is one       GU Energy Gel station on the course which you will pass twice on the out and back course at mile marks 10.5 and 15.5.
    6. How many aid stations are there?
      Aid stations are located every 1 to 1.5 miles. There are 20 aid stations along the course. For the Half Marathon, there are 11 aid stations along the course. Available at all stations is water, Ultima Replenisher. Coca-Cola, Diet Coke and ice. See the       Course Map for more details.
    7. Are there restrooms along the course?
      Yes. There are Luas (porta-johns) at or next to every aid station.
    8. How hilly is the course?
      The course is relatively flat, never exceeding 120 feet above sea level with gentle climbs and drops. See the       Elevation Chart for more details.
    9. What will the weather be like?
      It will be warm. Temperatures at the start will likely be between 70-80 degrees Farenheit, (21-26 Celsius). Remember to hydrate properly for our tropical climate, especially the day before the race. This means some kind of electrolyte replacement drink, not just water. Winds are generally very light in Kona rarely exceeding 15mph, (24kph) and we've rarely had a rainy day for the Kona Marathon. Temperatures can climb into the upper 80's during midday, add the humidity and It can make it feel even warmer.
    10. What is the Marathon cutoff time?
      The marathon course will close nine hours after the start of the race. This will give any trained entrant the chance to finish, even if you plan to walk.
    11. Are there finisher medals?
      All Marathon & Half Marathon finishers will receive finisher medals.
    12. What are the start times?
      Marathon-5:30am, Half Marathon-6:00am, 10K-6:45am, 5K-6:50am
    13. Can I wear my race number on my back or side?
      Race numbers must be worn on front of the body and visible at all times. This is for liability reasons, timing and photography purposes. Numbers can be worn on the side or back only if you are going to run sideways or backwards. Make sure that the number is placed on a garment that is not going to be removed when the day warms up.
    14. Can I wear head phones?
      No, Head phones are not allowed on the course.
    15. What if I decide to do a different distance?
      If you decide to change races, you have to get a new number for the new distance. Otherwise all the race results will be wrong.
    16. Once I finish, can I go back and run in with my friend?
      No, If you cross the finish line again, you will be given the slower time.
    17. Can a friend or family member cross the finish line with me?
      No, the finish line area is restricted to athletes who are finishing their race.
    18. What kind of surface is the race run on?
      The race is run on asphalt roads.


    Overview of the Kona Marathon and Family Fun Runs

    Founded in 1994, the Kona Marathon and Family Fun Runs has quickly grown into West Hawaii's premiere road race offering all four traditional road racing distances: Marathon, 1/2 Marthon, 10K & 5K.

    WHO: An estimated 1,500 runners of all ages and abilities will be competing for prize money, participating for health and enjoyment, and raising money for charity.

    WHERE: Start and Finish at the Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort just south of Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii. The course follows the run portion of the 'Ironman Triathlon'.

    For more information, E-Mail the Kona Marathon at
    raceinfo@konamarathon.com