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Cleveland Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 3.9 
Organization 3.9 
Spectators 3.3
Number of comments: 299 [displaying comments 271 to 281]
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J. D. from Ohio
(4/26/2004)
"Puzzling" (about: 2004)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Cleveland Marathon
COURSE: 2 ORGANIZATION: 1 FANS: 2 I don't know where to begin. From the embarrassment I felt for the person who could barely sing the National Anthem, to the lack of volunteers at the water stops, I'm not sure what the organizers of this race were thinking. The expo was unorganized and the results are still not available on their website. The course was decent and I was pleased with my time, but this race was not as near professional as any number of other marathons that I have run, even smaller races. The organizers need to consult with organizers from another city to find out how it's done. This was also the first one where they used plastic cups instead of paper at the water stops. Many runners like to pinch the top closed to prevent spillage and you can't do that as easily with plastic. I hate to go on, but even the Hyatt Hotel which was supposed to be the offical marathon hotel, was clueless. The box breakfast for the runners was gross and they had no coffee available other than the junk in your room. The Hampton Inn was actually closer to the start/finish and they had a great breakfast buffet in the morning. I'll never come back here but anyone that does should stay at the Hampton. It's also less expensive. | |
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T. S. from Chatham, Ohio
(4/7/2004)
"A very good course, good weather, good time" (about: 2003)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Cleveland Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 For my first full marathon, I had a great experience. The weather was great, I enjoyed the lake views and the West Side fans. I am slow, but finished well before the race was over, and was disappointed that the post-race party was 95% torn down...and I paid the same fees as everyone else. Also, the T-shirts are pretty pathetic. | |
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A. K. from Toledo, Ohio
(11/24/2003)
"Provided memorable first-time marathon experience" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 A beautiful course combined with perfect weather conditions to make it a very enjoyable first-time marathon. Nice crowd support throughout the race. The course was relatively flat with the exception of crossing over the bridge on the way out and back. Wide streets at the beginning didn't leave you feeling cramped or boxed in. Nice view of the city with many water stops to keep you well hydrated. Overall an excellent race. | |
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M. L. from Cleveland Ohio
(8/25/2003)
"Caught by surprise with new layout" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 The organization couldn't be better. Plenty of folks to get you whatever you need. The course on the inner-belt caught me by surprise - those smaller ups and downs catch up to you (on ramps and off ramps). Lakewood fans are the best! | |
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D. C. from Albany, NY
(5/27/2003)
"Good first- time marathon" (about: 2002)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Although the weather was brutal in 2002, the race itself was very enjoyable especially = for a first-timer like myself. The course was very flat, water stations were plentiful, and the field was was of decent size. On the down side, you are exposed to the elements the whole race. The course runs along the lake, so expect wind, and there was not much relief from the sun. Additionally, the crowd was a bit sparse once you got out of the city, but this allowed my wife to drive around to cheer me on at multiple locations without too much inconvenience. All in all, I give it two thumbs up and would run it again. | |
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B. R. from Cincinnati
(5/15/2003)
"A Great Marathon to qualify for Boston on." (about: 2003)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 This was my fourth marathon and by far my best time. The course is fast, not as fast as Columbus but close. The fan support was lacking in sections of the course but overall was good. The expo is not that great and either is the t-shirt. However if you are looking sping marathon to qualify for Boston, I highly recommend it. | |
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S. P. from Ohio
(5/8/2003)
"Cool times on the nothern coast" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 2 FANS: 3 Great race: nice that the course was open longer, but need to work on finish line support and food for the runners first. I loved the pace teams for my 4 hour goal - hit it right on. Expo venue needs work (kids run too late for my little guy - needs to be in the AM). Water stops were okay, but they could use a few more. Hope the course continues to improve with changes in the final miles and finish. | |
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J. M. from Cleveland, Ohio
(4/30/2003)
"There is not place I would rather run than my home" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 13.1 milea out and back. My family, as spectators, tell me that it made it really easy for spectators to get around because the course was realatively out-and-back. For a first marathon, it was increadable. I would run this marathon again in a heart beat. Supportive fans. a realitively flat course (though not 'FLAT' as advertized). There is no place I would rather run thatn the city I grew up! | |
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M. A. from Markham, Ontario, Canada
(4/29/2003)
"An enjoyable run but stay away from the pacers." (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 4 This was my first marathon and for the most part, one that I would recommend to others. The course was very scenic from about miles 3 through 20, but the trip along the expressway left a lot to be desired as there were virtually no fans where they were most needed. The field was perfect (994 finishers) and the volunteers were great. Judging from other comments, in past years there were too few aid stations but that wasn't a problem in '03. The only other downsides were a lousy spread at the food table and two of the pacers (3:40 and 3:50) who went out far too fast. A word to the wise, the 3:50 pacesetter hit the half in about 1:47. Needless to say, she probably did more harm than good. | |
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Brian Rebits from Madison Heights, MI
(4/8/2003)
"I thought Chicago was the 'Windy City'" (about: 2002)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 The weather was unusually cool and the wind was tough to battle during the 2002 marathon. The course is primarily flat with some minor inclines. Water stations were adequate, and the spectators were plentiful. Great job with the photography service! |
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