The Hemingway 5k Sunset Run is an out and back course that starts at the Southernmost Point at Whitehead and South streets in Key West, Florida. It was 90° with 59% humidity at the 7:30 PM start. I felt absolutely lethargic due to the heat but once the gun went off I was ok.
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“Joe DiMaggio”, one of the Hemingway polydactyl cats has 24 toes total. There are currently 57 cats at the Earnest Hemingway House and Museum. Polydactyl cats are considered good luck in maritime culture. © 2018 Susan M Hall
The bike ride starts at 7:30 AM, on race day, at the Key Largo Bike shop in Tavernier, Florida.
The Hemingway 5k Sunset Run is an out and back course that starts at the Southernmost Point at Whitehead and South streets in Key West, Florida. It was 90° with 59% humidity at the 7:30 PM start. I felt absolutely lethargic due to the heat but once the gun went off I was ok.
Aid Stations. There are 2 Aid Stations out on the Santa to the Sea 5K course. The first one comes at the turnaround point at mile 1.4, while the second Aid Station is slightly before mile 2.5 at Los Feliz and Sunset.
5K. The Santa to the Sea 5K, is a flat and fast USATF certified course (CA12056RS). Many runners have established their personal record here, and continue to return. The 5K is also a great race for beginners.
Water will be provided at the Start Line/Finish Line as well (start and finish is the same location for the 5k) Aid Stations will have water and Fluid Performance Sports Drink at every location.