But at its 100th running, Bay to Breakers finds itself at a crossroads. In recent years, organizers have threatened to ban floats and alcohol but relented in the run-up to the race.

Fittingly, Bay to Breakers 2023 will feature Suzanne Ford, a runner who's the San Francisco Pride executive director and first transgender woman to serve in the role, as its honorary starter.

Roughly 55,000 2011 Zazzle Bay to Breakers runners hit the city streets at 7 a.m. by San Francisco Bay and finished at Ocean Beach on the western end of Golden Gate Park, race officials said.

Bay to Breakers, San Francisco’s wackiest race, took place Sunday morning. It's a rarity for a party to start at 8 a.m., particularly one that draws thousands of people.

The Zappos Bay to Breakers race returns, featuring a two-day pre-race expo and the beloved finish line party Sunday, May 21, the city will come alive with the Zappos Bay To Breakers, the 112 th ...

Bay to Breakers is a mix of pure fun, a few hills, silly costumes, some serious runners and a good dose of history to boot. These days, serious competitors come from 40-plus nations.

Runners will also have the option to turn their 12K into a 15K via the Breakers Bonus. For more information, visit: Bay to Breakers – A San Francisco Legacy (capstoneraces.com) ...

Bay to Breakers left a lot of great memories, a reminder that we shouldn't take life too seriously, and a deep, much-needed excitement for tomorrow’s long run. Oh, and a lot of soggy tortillas.

A Bay to Breakers' participant runs with a basketball hoop to salute Stephen Curry's back to back MVP awards in San Francisco, Calif., on Sunday, May 15, 2016.Scott Strazzante / The Chronicle ...