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Blue Ridge Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 5.0 
Organization 4.9 
Spectators 4.7
Number of comments: 187 [displaying comments 11 to 21]
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C. R. from Gaithersburg, MD
(4/20/2016)
"Challenging, well supported event" (about: 2016)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 'America's Toughest Road Marathon' was not easy, but the views made the climbs well worth the effort! Extremely well supplied and supported by happy and helpful volunteers. Roads were virtually empty of cars. The start and finish venue was excellent. Nice that this tied in with a music festival. Locals were quite welcoming. I'll be back! | |
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M. N. from Salisbury, Maryland
(4/20/2016)
"This is the hardest, most fun marathon ever!" (about: 2016)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I saw the Blue Ridge Marathon advertised last year but I was scared away because of the mountains. After hearing others repeatedly say what a challenging but fun race this is, I was convinced I had to sign up. I am only a few days post-race and my only question is, When is the sign up for next year? I am from the flatlands so this was challenging, but I have a sense of accomplishment like no other race! I will be back! | |
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T. D. from Maryland
(4/20/2016)
"Tough Course, Great Race Weekend." (about: 2016)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Without a doubt the best all around race, From the expo to the entertainment on Friday - Saturday night. The amount of detail put into race weekend is by far the best I've seen. Race day went off like they have done it a hundred times. The course lived up to it name as it keep you climbing or flying down. The course was so supported by not only the organizer but the locals went above and beyond. I can't wait for 2017. Thank You! | |
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Cindy Kulikowski from Annapolis, MD
(4/20/2016)
"Best small marathon I have ever run! Truly amazing" (about: 2016)
11-50 previous marathons
| 2 Blue Ridge Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Small town race, crowd support is always stellar! The views are incredible and the challenge of this race brought me back! Post race support equally amazing and the race director congratulated each and every runner. An organization that truly loves it's runners. Very personable and approachable. | |
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K. M. from Smith Mountain Lake, VA
(4/19/2016)
"Great running experience!" (about: 2016)
1 previous marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 From packet pick up to awards, this set of races has everything a runner could want.. Cool shirt, rave swag from Farm to Feet and Foot Levelers. It gets better every year. The Star 10k is my favorite. | |
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L. S. from Centreville, VA
(4/19/2016)
"This one is a keeper - Every Year!!!" (about: 2016)
6-10 previous marathons
| 2 Blue Ridge Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 VIP dinner was very yummy and allowed a very unique and descriptive preview of the race courses!! Weather was amazing!! Views from the higher elevations were outstanding!! Residents of Roanoke know how to keep runners motivated!! Best race crew ever because the race director gives awesome hugs!! Course markings were all on point and LOVED the blingy belt buckle medals!!!! | |
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Paul Steinweg from Colorado
(4/19/2016)
"Challenging, Well Run, Very Rewarding" (about: 2016)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I've run Chicago, Boston, and Disney World and this marathon did not disappoint when compared to these. Their race day app was amazing, support was great, lots of gel / water stations, and the course was indeed 'america's hardest'. Be prepared for the downhills, they are harder than the uphills! | |
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Charli McKee from Raleigh, North Carolina
(4/19/2016)
"A beautiful challenge" (about: 2016)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Such a well organized race from packet pickup to finish line festivities. The course was lovely and clearly marked, lined with positive spectators, plenty of gorgeous views, lots of aid and water stations. Parking is easy and there is plenty to do in the immediate location when you're finished running and ravenous for good food. This race brings runners from many far away places, yet feels like a hometown event; and the expo/finish festival offer great swag for those brave enough to tackle the mountains. My only qualm is with the medal - would have loved to see a design that captured more of the uniqueness to this race. | |
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M. N. from Stone Ridge, VA
(4/19/2016)
"Amazing race and crowd support with a challenge" (about: 2016)
1 previous marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was the most challenging thing I've done and I loved every minute of it! The race is very well organized and the course support is exceptional! This city knows how to host and support a race! | |
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A. D. from Norfolk Va
(4/19/2016)
"Amazing views people and food" (about: 2016)
11-50 previous marathons
| 2 Blue Ridge Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 2nd year and already planning for year 3! Amazing race spectacular views on the full. Water stops all the way and fully staffed with awesome volunteers!! |
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