Chicago Marathon Spectators' Guide

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  • Опубліковано 18 вер 2024
  • While this will be my third time running the Chicago Marathon, I've been on the other side as a spectator. I've also lived in Chicago for about 15 years now. Here are my spectators' tips for where to see your runners, how to see them as often as possible, and how to get around the town with all the road closures of this giant event.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 71

  • @32chrispy
    @32chrispy 5 років тому +3

    I’m a native Chicagoan and first time marathon runner this year. This is the most clutch video ever. Sending this to all my friends and family to stalk me. Love your videos. They’ve helped calm me down before he race. Thank you!

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      That’s awesome. Thanks for sharing!
      Good luck sunday!

  • @jollyroger1009
    @jollyroger1009 9 місяців тому +1

    Wow, this is fantastic. Thank you for doing this vid, the supporter role is going to be a breeze in 2024 now.

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  9 місяців тому

      Have fun!

  • @scheddar2733
    @scheddar2733 4 роки тому +1

    Wish I'd discovered you back in 2018 when I ran Chicago, fell in love with the city and haven't been able to get back into the marathon, but hopefully in 2021. Your videos of the city have only stoked my desire to go back (I'm in Boston), and it's definitely helped motivate me to keep running thru these crazy pandemic times, so thank you for helping fuel the fire that helps motivate me to get back out there!

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  4 роки тому

      Can’t wait to welcome the world back to Chicago

  • @ariojansivu9606
    @ariojansivu9606 Рік тому

    Fond memories from the 2019 Kofuzi shakeout run. Back in town but the 2019 fitness is a distant memory. CHI Marathon should pay you money for this one. The best spectator guide ever. Have fun on Sunday.

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  Рік тому +1

      thanks so much!

  • @MrBAE88
    @MrBAE88 5 років тому +3

    These are awesome tips! thank you

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      i hope it's helpful!

  • @s0undnin
    @s0undnin 5 років тому +2

    18th st pink line is just a few blocks west of loomis and 18th if people want to catch their runner there and then ride the pink back into the loop for the finish. would probably have to forfeit chinatown and michigan ave unless the runner is on the slower side.

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      Thanks for the tip!

  • @JordanThomasmedia
    @JordanThomasmedia 5 років тому

    The “clutchness” of this video is all the way up there! From best places to watch to how to get around, this could easily be titled a “UA-camr’s guide to the Chicago Marathon” !

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      I hope it’s helpful!

  • @GJuu-jd3vv
    @GJuu-jd3vv 11 місяців тому

    Will watch Chicago marathon tomorrow. Never thought, once again, Kofuzi delivers! Way to go!

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  11 місяців тому +1

      Have fun chasing the runners!

    • @GJuu-jd3vv
      @GJuu-jd3vv 11 місяців тому

      @@kofuzi yes I was! So much fun to witness the new world record!

  • @christinaclementson
    @christinaclementson Рік тому

    This is so helpful! Going to pass this on to my cheer squad! Thanks very much for the tips - especially the river walk option 👌👌

  • @hagakuru
    @hagakuru 5 років тому +5

    The ads for your channel have been Eluid's INEOS 1:59 challange. Must be a good omen.

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому +2

      bodes well.

  • @topoisomerace
    @topoisomerace 5 років тому

    This is the type of video that makes UA-cam great.

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      Wow! Thanks!

  • @luizalves5805
    @luizalves5805 5 років тому +1

    Thank you very much for the help!

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      I’m glad it could be helpful!

  • @merkin22
    @merkin22 5 років тому

    Best race event on my list to date. Have a fun and strong run on Sunday!

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      Thank you!

  • @Run_Farah_Run
    @Run_Farah_Run 5 років тому

    Thank you so much for this! Sharing with my husband. It’s his first time in Chicago (and with a toddler in tow 😳) so this helps!!

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому +1

      all the red line stations that i mentioned have elevators, as well, in case you are bringing a stroller

  • @drewsonofmorris9147
    @drewsonofmorris9147 5 років тому

    I’ve become a fan of your channel. Interesting and variety of content.

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @MidLifeRunner
    @MidLifeRunner Рік тому

    So good. I showed MY WIFE. You do good work!

  • @tmantony5660
    @tmantony5660 5 років тому

    Great tips.Hopefully one day I will either run or watch.

  • @RunningOtaku
    @RunningOtaku 5 років тому +2

    What a great video for spectators! #psa. 😀

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      I hope it helps!

  • @melanieflavin9468
    @melanieflavin9468 2 дні тому

    Mike, do you think its possible to get from Mile 3 to Mile 14 Adams St, then we can also see our athlete at Mile 17, Jackson Blvd & Halstead St? Thanks!

  • @madisonkendall7
    @madisonkendall7 5 років тому

    Great video! Thank you!!

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @outrunningdepression5236
    @outrunningdepression5236 5 років тому

    This helps very much , will be in the Chi from Fri thru Mon , this gives a good plan of attack.

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      Awesome!

  • @ericstencel8603
    @ericstencel8603 5 років тому

    Super helpful, thanks!

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      hope you enjoy the race!

  • @markzsoundcheck1635
    @markzsoundcheck1635 5 років тому

    Thank you so much for this! I am planning on coming down just to soak in the atmosphere and cheer everyone on and was wondering what the best viewing options would be. Gave me lots of food for thought! Best of luck to you in the race. I also am going to try to make your shakeout run on Saturday morning if that still is happening. Do you know what time approx. that you will be starting?

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      7am start at the chess pavilion.

  • @RunwithBrad
    @RunwithBrad 5 років тому +3

    Yep, making my wife watch this one

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому +1

      i hope it helps!

    • @RunwithBrad
      @RunwithBrad 5 років тому

      @@kofuzi It does especially sense we are staying at the Hyatt Regency off of Wacker

  • @kristofferjohnson5789
    @kristofferjohnson5789 5 років тому +1

    What camera gear do you use when you film yourself running? For example with the next% first run video. Very cool

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      links in description.
      but usually a gopro and/or a 360 camera

    • @kristofferjohnson5789
      @kristofferjohnson5789 5 років тому

      Can you use gopro with the invisible selfie stick?

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      if the gopro is a fusion or max

  • @ldeluna9
    @ldeluna9 5 років тому

    My girlfriend says thank you! Any things you recommend I check out this weekend? So far I got the Navy Pier, Millennium Park, the Aquarium, the Magnificent Mile, the skydeck and the architecture cruise on my list. Heading over Friday morning from Toronto!

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      that's a pretty full list!
      deep dish pizza (not my favorite, but a tourist must-try) is something i might add.

  • @Fercho01
    @Fercho01 5 років тому

    Take the Pink line in the Loop, westbound, to Pilsen. Get off at 18th street. Cheer the runners. Have a taco (or three)! Take the same train back to the Loop.

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      Tacos are good in that area

  • @markfalkingham590
    @markfalkingham590 5 років тому

    I’ll be tracking you from Germany 🇩🇪 🤟 Good luck KO

  • @Ran-bb3lk
    @Ran-bb3lk 5 років тому +2

    Make sure you don’t spectate at lower Columbus and Wacker. Like if you know what I’m talking about.

  • @humblerunner456
    @humblerunner456 Рік тому

    Any idea if you can run along side a friend that is running the Chicago marathon for about half a mile or so?

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  Рік тому +1

      depends on where and how you do it

  • @leospartacus6668
    @leospartacus6668 5 років тому

    Mizuno Wave Rider 23 2E

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому +1

      I think you may have entered a search phrase into this comment box

  • @hungtranphu
    @hungtranphu 3 роки тому

    English subtitle, please!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @preetibhatia1870
    @preetibhatia1870 5 років тому +1

    1st

  • @ferf04
    @ferf04 5 років тому

    mmmm talames

    • @kofuzi
      @kofuzi  5 років тому

      Hahaha! Such an underrated food