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Little Rock Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.2 
Organization 4.6 
Spectators 4.2
Number of comments: 409 [displaying comments 191 to 201]
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D. P. from Hernando, MS
(3/15/2009)
"Enjoyed my run greatly" (about: 2009)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Little Rock Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 First, the weather was excellent, which has nothing to do with the race organizers unless they have a direct line to God. Positives: 1. Easy packet pick-up. Bag check worked well. Tons of hotels within walking distance to the start. 2. Start went well. I was in Corral C. It was a smooth start. I had no complaints about the walkers. I didn't start encountering them until around mile 14. 3. The course was fun. The hills from 13-16 were a good challenge. The one at 25 kicked my ass. I thought the rest of the run was fairly flat. 4. Spectators and volunteers were enthusiastic. Little Rock is not a big city, but rarely did one go far without encouragement. Miles 18-24 were the emptiest. 5. I set a PR. 6. I liked the fact that half-marathoners, walkers, and relay runners had to wear signs on their backs. I know that they are now a reality of most marathons, and I like that they are now identified. Negatives: 1. The medal is too big. Ridiculous. I threw it away. 2. I don't know why there can't be a clock each mile. I'm glad I wore a watch. No rating: I skipped the post-race food to go eat with family. I have no idea whether it was good or not. | |
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A. C. from Puerto Rico
(9/3/2008)
"Fabulous!" (about: 2007)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Little Rock Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Of the 12+ marathons I've run (big city and small town), Little Rock is definitely the best. The weather was chilly when I ran, but all the better to run in, my dear. The organization, the spectators, the aid stations/snacks during the race and the post-race party were all top-rate. I enjoyed the course, too, and thought it gave an out-of-towner a nice sense of the city. Loved it and recommend it to everyone who wants to run or walk a half or full. | |
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B. L. from Jacksonville, FL
(7/20/2008)
"What a great experience for a first marathon!" (about: 2008)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Little Rock Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my first marathon and what an experience it was! The spectators were never ending and really kept you motivated... especially through the Hillcrest neighborhood, around miles 14-17. Beautiful course through downtown, taking you past several Little Rock points of interest including the Arkansas Arts Center, River Market district, Central High School, Governor's Mansion, Quawpaw and Hillcrest historical districts, Clinton Presidential Library. Aid stations were very well stocked and manned, and the volunteers were very helpful. Awesome medal and finisher's tech shirt! The only critique for next year would be to organize the start with the walkers at the back of the starting area. Thank you, Little Rock, for such a GREAT experience!! I highly recommend this race!!! | |
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M. B. from Shreveport, Louisiana
(5/20/2008)
"I love hills" (about: 2008)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Little Rock Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This is a great, small marathon, spectators were good, and the churches along the route did a great job. I thought the course was great - the out-and-back didn't bother me because I was just happy that it was flat. Even from a Louisiana perspective, the hills are not bad. The long one from 13-16 is not steep and flattens out occasionally. The short, steep one at about 23 did hurt mentally and physically. The aid stations were well stocked and had plenty of volunteers. The shirts and medal were nice. I would have liked a little more food afterwards, but I didn't opt for the extra to be in the tent. | |
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A. S. from Whittier, Ca
(4/25/2008)
"The race was a wonderful experience for me and my" (about: 2008)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Little Rock Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 I totally enjoyed everything about the marathon and Little Rock. For those who wished for a better hotel, the Peabody WAS the best, and those who think that a big medal is embarrassing, please think twice about accepting a GIFT that is well deserved. We run because we love to run, and everything else is gravy. I can't end this without saying my husband, six other people, and I went to Little Rock without really knowing what to expect, but I have say we were not disappointed. My husband and I stayed an extra two days just to eat the food at the Flying Fish and to visit all the historical sites in the immediate area. We are still looking for a restaurant that can serve the dishes (and totally enjoyed) at the Flying Fish. A note to all newcomers: please save yourselves some misery and disappointment - don't stop at the Flying Burrito. (YUCK!) Keep walking; there are many places to eat. We hope to return to Little Rock someday; if not, I hope that those who come after us will truly enjoy the love of the race and the exceptional kindness that we experienced in the town of Little Rock, Arkansas. | |
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H. C. from London, AR
(4/20/2008)
"great experience for my first marathon!" (about: 2008)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Little Rock Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was my first full marathon, and it was a great experience. I loved all of the hills. I wasn't quite mentally ready for the out-and-back portion of the race, but I will be next year. It took me longer than expected due to a pulled muscle a month before the race. However, when I finally crossed the finish line, I was treated like I had just won. Once I received my medal, I threw up (due to the heat). And within seconds, there were 5 volunteers around me with a wheelchair. I was very surprised! And thankful. In response to the finisher who did not receive the finisher's shirt size they had preregistered for: There were only larges when I crossed the finish line, and I needed a small. The week following the race I emailed Geneva, and she sent me the size I needed! | |
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N. B. from kansas City, Missouri
(3/20/2008)
"Challenging course" (about: 2008)
6-10 previous marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 I gave the course 5 stars: The course was a tactical challenge for me. If I had just hills I would have known what to do but they were combined with a series of rises that had a cumulative affect on me and wore me down. I knew past mile 17 would be the place to make up time; but, my legs gave me only 1 to 1 1/2 good miles after 17 and then started shutting down from the previous miles. I hit a wall and had to crawl. I want to come back to fine tune the results. Organization: 4 stars because walkers were identified by their bibs and it would not have taken much effort to corral this group behind the runners. Spectators: 4 stars - nice crowds and enthusiasm; couldn't ask for more. But, I've run Twin Cities and nothing compares so far. *Lodging* Stay at the Peabody. I paid about $100 a room and got the best service I've had in a long time. I felt like I got a deal for the quality service I received. There is NOTHING like having someone provide excellent service - making you feel like you are their only care in the world. I felt spoiled and it made my stay great regardless of my race results. | |
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J. B. from KEITHVILLE, LA
(3/19/2008)
"GREAT ORGANIZATION, FRIENDLY FOLKS" (about: 2008)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Little Rock Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Quick, efficient packet pickup. The start area well organized, big enough for the number of runners. The first mile was slow and crowded due to inconsiderate walkers and joggers positioning themselves near the front. Got past them soon enough. The hills did not run as tough as I expected, but I did have to adjust pace to keep my heart rate out of the red. The out-and-back section was ok with me, only because Id never run the course before. It is a marathon; it should not be too easy. Well done by the staff and volunteers. My regrets to the family and friends of the runner who did not get home ok. | |
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L. H. from Kansas Ciity
(3/17/2008)
"Challenging but great marathon" (about: 2008)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Little Rock Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 We trained for the hills and were prepared. Great spectators and organization at the expo, and terrific aid stations! Couldn't ask for better support or stations along the course. The bands and great stations made even the out-and-back enjoyable. Two improvement opportunities: 1. More water at the finish. I needed a drink before walking back to the hotel, but since I didn't pay for the VIP tent, there wasn't any available. 2. Walkers need to line up in the appropriately to start. There was a lot of dodging walkers who were directly in the middle. I read where the race directors had instructed them to start early or line up appropriately, so I'm not sure what else they could do, but it was frustrating all the same. | |
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B. S. from Iceland
(3/15/2008)
"Thank you" (about: 2008)
50+ previous marathons
| 1 Little Rock Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 First of all, I want to thank you for a great course. Usually I´run, but because I got injured this winter, I had to walk this time. Yes, the hills were challenging, but thank God they also ran downwards. Your staff along the course and the service were very good. Thank you. I´m just wondering now when they're going to add in the finishing times for the walkers. |
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