101-Years Later, San Francisco's Street Race Is Wackier Than Ever

Meera Dolasia
Mon, 21 May 2012 12:57:32 -0700

On Sunday, May 20th, over 40,000 official competitors and thousands of unofficial ones, took to the streets of San Francisco to participate in 101st Bay to Breakers, the city's most famous road race. Started in 1912 to bring some cheer to the residents following the devastating 1906 earthquake, the unique event celebrates not only athleticism, but also, the fun-loving spirit of the people of San Francisco.