In Memory of Kjell Tovander, an Inspiration to us All.

1,638 athletes departed from Veteran’s Park at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday November 16, 2008 for the 13.1 mile Route 66 Half Marathon. We are deeply saddened that only 1,637 returned home that day. Kjell Tovander embodied the spirit of the Route 66 Marathon. Through running, he became stronger, healthier and more confident. We are all heartbroken by his loss, and pledge to keep his memory alive as we run toward the future.

Order your race photos today!

Race photos are the best way to remember your run in the 2008 Route 66 Marathon for years to come. Click the image above to go to marathonfoto.com and preview and order your race photos.

Faulkner, Brooks Win Full Marathon in Record Time; Jacobs, Lewis Claim Top Half Marathon Spots at Third Annual Route 66 Marathon

Both the men's and the women's winning times of the 2008 Tulsa World Route 66 Marathon were course records Sunday morning. Jerry Faulkner of Tulsa set the men's marathon record with a time of 2:27.20. Gail Brooks of Waco, Texas set the women's record with a time of 3:02.46.

Over 5,000 runners participated in the events Sunday morning in Tulsa.

Click here for 2008 Race Results.


New race technology from RunPix enables finishers to grasp the significance of their achievement by way of colorful Internet images. Based on electronic timing data, and designed to be fun rather than technical, RunPix provides a personalised analysis of placings, pace, comparisons and much more. RunPix is a lasting souvenir available to runners and supporters once results are in. Just click the RunPix image above!

Did You Win An Award?

Route 66 Marathon awards will be mailed directly to recipients within 30 days of the event.

Online Photo Gallery

Click here to view an online photo gallery of the 2008 event!