Episode 1: An Introduction - Rookies vs the World

Simon Bairu is not just a marathon rookie: a few weeks ago he made his very first trip to NYC. Along with Tim Nelson and Shalane Flanagan, Bairu got a sneak peek at the marathon course and, in our first episode of “Rookies vs the World,” the trio took time out of their visit to talk about the allure of the city, the distance, and the course:

Follow their journey as they prepare for the race in beautiful locations all across the United States, and share in their hope, their anxiety, and, with a little bit of luck, their triumph.