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Bryan/College Station Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.8 
Organization 4.9 
Spectators 4.7
Number of comments: 1274 [displaying comments 861 to 871]
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s. y. from college station, TXtx
(12/13/2012)
"An absolutely great race." (about: 2012)
4-5 previous marathons
| 2 Bryan/College Station Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I have run the 1/2 marathon both years and each time was amazed at how well organized and personal it felt. I had some apprehension about it jumping in sizenot that it would not be well organizedbut that it wouldn't feel as personal. This was not the case. The attention to detail given by the Race Director is outstanding. He has created and sustained a wonderful running community. Looking forward to next year!! | |
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C. D. from Centerville, TX
(12/13/2012)
"First half....great experience" (about: 2012)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Bryan/College Station Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 What a great day! This was my first race over a 5K and it was awesome. From the start, the communication from the director via Facebook and emails was second to none. He provided helpful hints, breakdown of what to expect race day and also had a series of lectures to attend to learn more about marathons/half-marathons at Scott and White. Race day started out nerve wracking for me! As I walked (a super short distance) to the starting area, I saw lots of port of potties (Praise The Lord, that was a welcome sight). My only comment would be to have the doors facing away from the starting area. As I walked around, I found my pacer for my goal time. She was super friendly and explained how she ran the half to me and what to expect from her during the race. The water stations every 1.5 miles was wonderful. It was nice not having to carry a hydration pack!! Every station had tons of volunteers handing out water then gatorade. There were lots of spectators along the route holding signs. My personal favorite sign said something like, 'That sweat is really your fat cells crying'! As a former student, the run through Northgate and Campus was welcome and I enjoyed that part of the run the most!! The ice water towels were a welcome sight and helped cool me down, and that was fantastic!! The people (police and corp members) helping with the road closures were friendly. I even had a corp member high five me and tell me I could do it! (Mile 10ish....I must've had a look of doubt)! As I rounded the corner to go downhill to the finish line, I began to cry! I started running this past February, more or less on a dare. 10 months later, here I am, running 13.1 miles.....something I never thought I would do. Then I rounded the corner to the finish line and saw all the faces of the Mercy Project and saw my sister-in-law (who had finished) cheering me on. I kicked in what I had left. By the time I got to the finish line and had one of those sweet children give me my medal, I was overwhelmed! It was an amazing feeling. Post race was great too! I will say that having to walk down a hill to get the best pizza roll ever (thanks Double Daves), didn't seem very nice....but with the space where the race finished, it worked well. After eating and drinking, we walked up the hill to the FREE massage area. One of the massage volunteers worked on my back and legs for 15 minutes! After running this race, I know I am spoiled. The director, his staff and volunteers went out of their way to make sure I had a wonderful experience! This was a great experience for me and it's something I'm so glad I did. Thank you!!!!! | |
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Z. Z. from USA
(12/13/2012)
"Not bad for only it's 2nd year" (about: 2012)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Bryan/College Station Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was my 10th marathon. Overall a decent race - well organized and the volunteers were very supportive. Plenty of fluid/medical stations. The course had some quiet stretches, and miles 20-22 had a couple of curbs to negotiate (not easy on tired legs) and some sharp turns onto narrower pathways. If this section were changed it would improve the course. | |
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E. P. from TX
(12/13/2012)
"Awesome Race" (about: 2012)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Bryan/College Station Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This race is well organized and just a lot of fun. The post race spread is amazing. The spectators are great. Shirts rock. Best of all, 100% of proceeds go to charities. | |
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Diane Barnes from Aiken, South Carolina
(12/13/2012)
"'THE' Texas Race to run!" (about: 2012)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Bryan/College Station Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 In 2011, I ran the Dallas White Rock as my first 1/2 marathon but had been 'watching' the BCS race on Facebook for an entire year. So, I decided to register & I had never been more motivated, excited & encouraged to run a race like I was for the BCS. In the course of one year I ran a total of four (White Rock, Diva Run, Myrtle Beach Mini & BCS 2012) and the BCS was just AMAZING! From the crowd support, organization, food, MARGARITAS, course, PARKING, etc. it truly was a wonderful experience! You were not merely a ' bib number'...you were a RUNNER! Chris knew your stories, what motivated you, where you were from! LOTS OF GIVEAWAYS on Facebook leading up to race day too! This is definitely THE race to run in Texas. I WILL be back...and will bring my friends! 'Like' their Facebook page and you WILL BE hooked! | |
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H. H. from College Station, Texas
(12/13/2012)
"Very fun race to run!" (about: 2012)
3 previous marathons
| 2 Bryan/College Station Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This is my second year running this race. I will make it a priority each and every year! | |
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Jennifer Coffee from Waco, TX
(12/13/2012)
"Fantastic Race!" (about: 2012)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Bryan/College Station Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 What a great group of people! The race was very well organized. The route was fantastic! I will be back next year! | |
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S. C. from Texas
(12/13/2012)
"This race was pure enthusiasm and positive energy." (about: 2012)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Bryan/College Station Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Everything about this race was wonderful. The energy, enthusiasm and positivity from race director Chris was nothing short of inspirational. From months before the race, to race day, and even post race, he was a great motivator. The race itself was well organized. Shirts and medals were great, and so were the food and drinks. The whole experience was heightened to a new level because Chris kept in mind the charities the race benefits. I felt like I was doing something more than just running. I was part of something bigger. I plan to do this event every year. | |
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L. B. from Fort Worth, Texas
(12/13/2012)
"Well organized and thought out" (about: 2012)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Bryan/College Station Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I ran the half marathon and was so impressed by the organizer, city, support, well-marked course, plentiful aid stations and after race food that I'm thinking about making this my first full marathon race next year. | |
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Scott Basinger from Cypress, Texas
(12/13/2012)
"This race just keeps getting better and better." (about: 2012)
6-10 previous marathons
| 2 Bryan/College Station Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This race has all the creature comforts (cleanest portajohns, best food and beer choices post-race), a race director who goes far above and beyond to get people excited about the race, and volunteers who will literally run after you to make sure that you get Gatorade. Yes, the last bit really happened to me at the first water stop: a volunteer sprinted at least 100 yards to catch up to me with a cup after I missed a grab. |
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