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Course 4.3

Organization 4.8

Spectators 4.0

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David Terrill, Sr. from Tarentum, PA. (11/14/2009)

"I think this one is here to stay." (about: 2009)

50+ previous marathons | 1 Veterans Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5

I enjoyed every aspect of this inaugural race. The organizational details left nothing to chance. Packet pick-up at the YMCA was a breeze. The Y also provided shower facilities after the race for all participants. They even provided the towels. Veterans who participated had the option of having their bibs customized with their branch-of-service's name. Made it easy to identify the vets so they could be thanked for their service to this great country of ours.

Fluid station staffers were vocal and attentive. Spectators were scattered and spaced thinly, but they were supportive. Those that were out earned a five-star rating for their enthusiasm. Also, a huge thanks to the sheriff's department for the traffic control they provided.

Race course was extremely well marked with highly visible directional arrows painted on the road surface, and also with signage indicating direction of turns. Mile markers were highly visible red, white, and blue stripes painted from berm to berm across the roads. Road surface condition was good to excellent, with a stretch of dirt and course gravel thrown in the mix to keep things lively. About 95% of this race occurs out of town in rural areas, hence the unpaved section and low numbers of spectators.

I ran with my training partner through the first half, but ran alone the entire second half.

I'll take a race venue like this over a big-city marathon any day of the week. And, I'll be back for more. Thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience.

D. Y. from Michigan, USA (11/14/2009)

"Awesome for the first year" (about: 2009)

3 previous marathons | 1 Veterans Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5

Great marathon to run. It's certified, flat and fast. Very well run; the jackets, finisher medals and place awards are top notch. Awesome support from everyone involved. I would say that you should put this on your calender next year if you can.

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