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In 174 days · Sunday, April 25, 2027

Big Sur 12K 2027

Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States

Typical weather · late April

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About This Race

Big Sur 12K 2027 covers a distance of 12.0 km. This non-standard distance offers a unique challenge that sets it apart from traditional race formats.

This is a road race, which means you'll be running primarily on paved surfaces like asphalt or concrete. Road races typically offer fast, consistent surfaces ideal for achieving personal records. Standard road running shoes with good cushioning are recommended for Big Sur 12K 2027.

The race takes place in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States, offering participants a chance to experience the local running community and explore the area before or after the event.

Questions

What shoes should I wear for a road race?

Road running shoes with good cushioning and support are ideal. Look for shoes designed for your gait pattern (neutral, stability, or motion control). If you're racing for time, consider lighter racing flats or carbon-plated shoes, though these require breaking in before race day.

Race Distances

This race

12 km

7.5 mi

This race has a non-standard distance, offering a unique challenge.

Compared to other distances Typical time

  • 5K

    5 km · 3.1 mi

    20–40 min

  • 10K

    10 km · 6.2 mi

    40–70 min

  • This race

    12 km · 7.5 mi

  • Half Marathon

    21.1 km · 13.1 mi

    1:30–2:30 h

  • Marathon

    42.2 km · 26.2 mi

    3–5 h

  • Ultra

    50 km+

    6 h+

Terrain Types

  • Road

    Paved surfaces

    This race

    Road races are run on asphalt or concrete. They offer consistent, predictable surfaces ideal for fast times and personal records.

  • Trail

    Natural terrain

    Trail races take you off-road onto dirt paths, rocks, roots, and varied surfaces. They require trail shoes with grip and more attention to foot placement.

  • Track

    Laps of a 400 m oval

    Track races are run lap after lap on a synthetic 400 m oval. The distance is exact and the surface is the same everywhere, so times compare better than anywhere else. Most runners race in spikes or light racing shoes.

  • Cross country

    Grass, mud and loops

    Cross country races are run on grass, mud and park paths, often over several laps of a marked loop. Many runners race them in spikes, and placings count more than times.

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