Fifty Places to Run Before You Die is a beautifully illustrated guide to the most exhilarating running courses in the world. Featuring a balance of popular races (marathons, 10Ks, endurance runs, and novelty runs) and scenic trails off the beaten path, as well as interviews with seasoned running experts, this book divulges the details that make each venue unique-and plenty of tips for those who aspire to run there. Readers will discover events and courses both national and international, including Tour de Mont Blanc in France, the New York City Marathon, the Vancouver Sun Run, the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim in Arizona, the Dolomites in Italy, and the Great Ocean Road Marathon in Australia. Fifty Places to Run Before You Die is an essential travel companion for runners of all levels looking to conquer new terrain while breaking personal records. Some of the exciting venues featured in the book include: Western States 100 Endurance Run (California) Boston Marathon Desert RATS Trail Running Festival (Colorado) Reggae 10K (Jamaica) Crescent City Classic (New Orleans) Inca Trail Marathon (Peru) Hood to Coast (Oregon) Dipsea Run (California) Ice Marathon (Antarctica) … and many more!