Some well-known events in Costa Rica

1. Costa Rica International Marathon
2. El Reto de los Volcanes (Volcanoes Challenge) Bike Race
3. Ruta de los Conquistadores (Route of the Conquistadors) Mountain Bike Race
4. The Coastal Challenge
5. The North Face Trophy Bike

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Costa Rica International Marathon

(Parque La Sabana, San Jose. $20 marathon or half marathon; senior citizens free. 2222-0804 or 8354-6000)
Inaugurated in 1996, the Costa Rica International Marathon was designed to take advantage of San Jose’s hilly and demanding terrain. Covering San Jose’s streets from La Sabana Park west toward the airport, the race winds its way through 26 miles of urban jungle. A half marathon begins at the same time. Racers are grouped by age, skill level and gender. Wheelchair participants are encouraged to enter. The event typically takes place in December.