There are more shopping carts at Bay to Breakers than at the local super markets. Coming up in the rear is preferable to finishing first in this event.
Street parties break out all along the event route.
Tropical paradise for some is a day following the tiki bar. The race manages to avoid all but one of San Francisco's famous huge hills. The pace is so casual, people stop frequently along the way, sometimes just to watch. Footfest attracts a suprisingly sedate crowd.l . For some, the party continues on the outdoor patio at Sam's in Tiberon.