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2025 California International Marathon Newsletter #3

by | Oct 23, 2025 | CIM, News Feed

California International Marathon Newsletter #3

Schedule of Upcoming #road2CIM Events:

New important dates will be listed in future newsletters so please stay tuned.

Marathon Transfers Open October 1 

  • Standard (Orange), Worry-Free (Gold), and Late Entries are eligible for transfers.
  • Transfer to another runner - transfer window will open October 1. For more information visit our registration page.
    • Need assistance finding someone who would like to purchase your bib?  Please visit the transfer message board on our website. 
    • Note for Late Entries - Though you do have the option to transfer your entry to another runner, you will only be refunded for the amount of the Worry-Free (Gold) Level Entry, the remainder has already been designated to our charity program and is still tax deductible for you.  
  • Transfer to relay - Open now. For more information visit our registration page.

Registration Solutions Breakdown

  • Unprotected Entry (Blue): Non-transferable, Non-deferrable, no refunds, no exceptions.  This includes any deferred entries from 2024.
  • Standard Entry (Orange): Transferable entries -- Non-deferrable
  • Worry-free (Gold) and Late Entries: Transferable OR Deferrable
  • Not sure what you purchased?  Check here.

Deferrals:

  • Worry-Free (Gold) and Late Entries are eligible for deferrals. For more information visit our registration page.
  • The deferral process is initiated by simply not picking up your bib at the 2025 Expo
  • Any Worry-Free or Late Entry runners who do not claim their bib at the 2025 Expo will receive a registration code via email by January 2026 that they must use to register themselves for 2026 CIM.
  • If you claim your bib at the Expo, you void your opportunity to defer, regardless whether you run the race or not.

Changes coming to our on-course nutrition! We’re excited to welcome back Precision Fuel & Hydration as the Official Fuel and Hydration Partner of the California International Marathon. This year you’ll find their Carb & Electrolyte Drink Mix alongside plain water at all aid stations to help you stay fueled as well as hydrated. Their PF 30 Gels, PF 30 Caffeine Gels, and PF 30 Chews will also be available at three fuel stations (at 6.4, 13.6 and 21.4 miles). 

Dial in your fueling strategy – Click here to use the free interactive Fuel & Hydration Planner and get a personalized nutrition plan for your race. And don’t forget, CIM athletes can get 15% off their first order at pfandh.com using the code CIM25.


#Road2CIM Journey Kit: Fueling and Hydration Strategies

On the Road2CIM, Stop #3 is all about fueling smart. From learning how salty your sweat is to constructing your fueling and hydration plan, our partners at Precision Fuel & Hydration share proven strategies and tools to keep you performing your best. Plus, you’ll get access to over 90 minutes of expert video content to help you master your race-day nutrition and hydration plan.

Access your CIM Journey Kit here.

Race Morning Transportation Intention Form - Coming Soon!

In the October Newsletter you will find the Transportation Intention Form. We will ask all runners to please fill out this form by November 21, letting us know how you plan to get to the start race morning.  You can start reviewing your options on our website. 

Looking for Community Groups

Do you have friends or family members connected to community groups, charities, or sports teams who are looking for service and/or fundraising opportunities?  We are still recruiting volunteer groups for CIM in all areas. More information can be found here. 

Run the Parkway - November 9

Join us for the only Official Training Run for the 2025 CIM! Our official CIM Pace Team and CIM aid-station amenities will be available, making this the perfect peak long run for your 2025 CIM training. 20-mile and half marathon distances available. Register here!

Plenty of lodging available for any of our out of town guests. Check out our Run the Parkway lodging page.  

Information To Come

Upcoming newsletters will have more detailed information regarding: 

  • Getting to the Start Line Updates (busing)
  • Spectator Updates
  • Course Updates
  • Final Instructions

Need More Information?

If you have a question that is not answered here, in the newsletter, you can visit the CIM website or email us at info@runsra.org.  However, stay tuned as your question may be covered in upcoming newsletters.