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Course Rating Course 4.1 
 
Oranization Rating Organization 4.5 
 
Spectator Rating Spectators 3.6 
 
 
Number of comments: 69 [displaying comments 51 to 61]
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M. C. from Crestview, FL (9/6/2006)
"Great race out of nothing" (about: 2005)

2 previous marathons | 1 Pensacola Marathon
COURSE: 5  ORGANIZATION: 5  FANS: 5


This was my second marathon. The hills late in the race were killer, but fun. If ever in the area later, I will run it again. Fans were great along the whole route, and the view along the course made the hills easier to take. This race was a great replacement for the Blue Angel Marathon since NAS was damaged.

 

s. v. from P'cola (3/10/2006)
"great first experience" (about: 2006)

First Marathon
COURSE: 4  ORGANIZATION: 5  FANS: 3


Any chance of changing the last 8-10 mile loop? Add a Bay Bridge loop at the beginning and end flat or downhill.

 

A. H. from Crestview, Florida (3/10/2006)
"Excellent Race" (about: 2006)

First Marathon
COURSE: 5  ORGANIZATION: 5  FANS: 5


Great race. Well marked course and scenic as well. I absolutely loved the technical T-shirt and getting my time stamped at the end. I only did the half-marathon, but had a wonderful time. Will definitely try to come back and do the marathon.

 

S. S. from Navarre, FL (3/9/2006)
"Great Race" (General Comments)

1 previous marathon
COURSE: 5  ORGANIZATION: 5  FANS: 4


I've run the half two years in a row. It is challenging course, scenic, and it shows off Pensacola. I have yet to run the full, but I'm a local so I know the course and expect to run it next year. It's a great run. Roads were blocked and the course was well marked.

 

D. D. from birmingham,al (3/9/2006)
"It was the friendliest race ever!!" (about: 2006)

6-10 previous marathons | 1 Pensacola Marathon
COURSE: 4  ORGANIZATION: 5  FANS: 5


Loved the HOMEMADE cookies at the finish line!! Participants themselves were very encouraging to one another - a most enjoyable experience in every way!

 

R. V. from Pensacola, Florida (3/9/2006)
"A first-time experience, and excited for more!!!" (about: 2006)

First Marathon
COURSE: 5  ORGANIZATION: 5  FANS: 4


I recently started back to running and have been active in many of the local races since September. The 1/2 marathon was a great challenge for me and I met my goal with satisfaction. The experience made me realize that 2007 will be my first full marathon and another challenge.

I was impressed from start to finish with everyone involved. I felt encouraged and supported by workers as well as spectators. It would be nice to see more advertisement of the race, especially from a local standpoint. Many in the community were unaware of the marathon until seeing the write-up in the paper following the event.

I was pleased with the shirt from the race as it is not the typical (often times) boring t-shirt. I have been wearing it during training runs. The medal I received at the finish line was a nice token by which to remember my experience.

Thanks for a fun time.

 

R. S. from Birmingham, Alabama (3/9/2006)
"Will be a great event one day" (about: 2006)

3 previous marathons | 1 Pensacola Marathon
COURSE: 2  ORGANIZATION: 5  FANS: 1


Glad I was able to participate in the first Pensacola Marathon... very well organized. Not many people watching, but this is because it is still a new event. I felt that the route was a little dangerous in spots; Highway 98 had several places with very uneven surfaces, rocks, and a few pieces of "road kill." Overall, I would do it again.

 

g. m. from DALLAS (2/22/2006)
"lots of fun" (about: 2006)

6-10 previous marathons | 1 Pensacola Marathon
COURSE: 5  ORGANIZATION: 5  FANS: 3


I did not race this marathon and just ran for fun. It was a lot of fun. Talked to everybody along the way and made the whole race worth it.

 

L. Z. from Douglasville, GA (2/20/2006)
"A Humdinger of a Race" (about: 2006)

2 previous marathons
COURSE: 4  ORGANIZATION: 5  FANS: 5


This was my 1st Pensacola Half and I was pleasantly surprised. The technical t-shirt was cool. The medal was big. The volunteers were encouraging. I thought it was very generous of the Downtown YMCA to open its doors so runners could take a warm shower.

 

Cheryl Murdock from Pensacola, Florida (2/20/2006)
"Florida's Best" (about: 2006)

50+ previous marathons | 2 Pensacola Marathons
COURSE: 5  ORGANIZATION: 5  FANS: 5


When you do a good job the first time, it sets an expected standard. Paul Epstein and he crew supassed it with the second Pensacola Marathon. Put together last year in a few short weeks, this year's marathon had time for even more planning and exposure, and a chance to double the number of participants. Get into this great event while the entry fees are reasonable ($45/$65) and include a pasta dinner and another full meal after the race, a Dri-Release shirt and large finisher's medal. This is a marathon put together by runners who love the sport and know how to make you feel special.

The course is challanging with a few hills, but the scenery makes up for it. Breathtaking views of Pensacola Bay are sure to awe even a local runner like me. Yes, I am from Pensacola and proud to tell everyone this IS the Florida marathon. I know they will not be disappointed. This was my 100th marathon and Paul made it a special day my family and I will remember forever. Again, kudos to Paul, his crew, volunteers and race sponsors.

 

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