Magnetic 10in10 Marathon Event

The Strand waterfront forms the course's foundation, with the start located at Townsville Picnic Bay SLSC in North Ward. The route offers views across Cleveland Bay, Magnetic Island, and the Coral Sea. The Magnetic 10in10 Marathon Event is a flat road race in format, but in spirit it is an “extreme endurance event requiring extensive multi-day marathon experience and training.” It is self-sufficient and boutique, targeting runners familiar with the effects of consecutive long-distance running days. Each day consists of repeated loops on an AIMS-certified coastal route, beginning before sunrise to avoid the heat. Runners are rewarded with "spectacular coastal views" and "stunning views across Cleveland Bay and Magnetic Island" as the sun rises, though the repetitive nature challenges mental fortitude as much as physical fitness. Aid and support are available each loop. The event's tradition is the 10 Marathons in 10 Days, acknowledged by Guinness World Records and the Australian 100 Club as a "bucket-list challenge for endurance athletes."