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Quad Cities Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.4 
Organization 4.6 
Spectators 3.9
Number of comments: 195 [displaying comments 111 to 121]
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J. S. from Ohio, in the land of scarlett and gray
(9/24/2007)
"Wonderful Illinois Marathon" (about: 2007)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Quad Cities Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I had a great time running Quad Cities. I am a member of the 50 States Club and so this is the one I picked to do in Illinois. It did not disappoint! The support was phenomenal. The stations never ran out of supplies and the volunteers were always smiling and encouraging. The course was nice because it wasn't repetitive. The last 6 miles were tough due to the heat and direct sun but the last 6 miles of any marathon are tough. I'm glad I made the long journey past miles of cornfields to run in Moline. | |
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L. V. from Dunlap, IL
(9/24/2007)
"Best-Planned Racing Event" (about: 2007)
1 previous marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I ran the half yesterday. I have run one marathon and eight other halves before and the Quad Cities event was by far the best-planned event I have ever been a part of. Thank you. | |
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G. w. from Spencer Iowa
(9/24/2007)
"HOT!!" (about: 2007)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Quad Cities Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was my first ever marathon, and I was pleased to find that the course was extremely flat. Knowing Eastern Iowa could be quite hilly, this certainly was a welcome surprise. Plenty of water/Gu along the route. The only negative was the heat. This was an extremely hot day - especially when you are out there nearly five hours! Great job to all.... I'm uncertain if I'd do it again due to the possibility of the heat! | |
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b. w. from aurora, il
(9/24/2007)
"A great first marathon and beautiful scenery" (about: 2007)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Quad Cities Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 The QC Marathon was absolutely worth every minute, dollar, and day of training. Every one was so friendly - especially the volunteers - and I appreciate the ample stations of Gu, water, Gatorade, sponges, ice, etc. The pace runners were very helpful for me, too. Don't let the small numbers fool you. These people know what they're doing! Keep up the great work, QC Marathon!! Oh, and I love that the shirt is an actual running shirt. | |
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A. F. from Iowa City, IA
(9/23/2007)
"Perfect size, wonderful people" (about: 2007)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Quad Cities Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The organization was flawless, the amenities were top notch, the volunteers and other runners were warm and welcoming and supportive, and I love my finisher's medal. At $60, this race was a bargain. I highly recommend it. | |
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R. H. from Warrenville, IL
(9/23/2007)
"Quad Cities Marathon never disappoints" (about: 2007)
4-5 previous marathons
| 2 Quad Cities Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 The 2007, 10th anniversary Quad Cities Marathon was a blast... just like it was last year. A real quality event that everyone should try at least one time - you won't be disappointed. Relatively flat course, and ample water, Gatorade, GU and sponges. Great spectators and plenty of bands help too. Beer, pizza, Pepsi and hot dogs at the finish along with all the usual fare of bananas, bagels and cookies. Try this marathon and you'll be back again and again. | |
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M. P. from Chicago
(9/23/2007)
"Great Race!" (about: 2007)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Quad Cities Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I ran the full marathon for the first time this year, after running Chicago in 2005 and 2006, and this is a great race! It is very fast and flat, and honestly if someone would not have told me that there was a hill at 3, I would not have even considered it one, and I am a person that trains in Chicago without any hill training at all! :) The bridge ramps aren't anything to be concerned about and although the area of the Quad Cities isn't known for being a flat area, the course definitely is and it's a great Boston qualifier! Very good organization on the course, every mile is well marked with balloons, and there are tons of friendly spectators and runners and plenty of GU, Gatorade, water, and even sponges! You run along the Mississippi as well as through 4 small downtown areas and Arsenal Island, with plenty of music to keep you moving. It is broken up very well so that you can think of the race in segments and not be overwhelmed thinking about the marathon distance. I would recommend this race to anyone wanting a scenic marathon that is not crowded. Great work for the race organizers; I will be back :) | |
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E. S. from East Dubuque, IL
(5/10/2007)
"I will be doing this one again!" (about: 2006)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Quad Cities Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 I ran the 1/2 for the first time this year, and had a great time! My only disappointment was the lack of spectators during the last 2-3 miles or so. Trust me, that's when I needed people cheering me on! Overall, what a great race for a relatively small city and it's one I would highly reccomend! Between the QC Marathon and the Bix, the QC area is a great area for races! Keep up the good work, and you will see me doing the full marathon this year! | |
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S. A. from Oak Forest, IL
(11/16/2006)
"Perfect size, interesting course, good spectators" (about: 2005)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Quad Cities Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I ran the half-marathon, and had a great time before, during and after the race. I brought my kids (15, 12 and 10) with me, and they enjoyed the pool at the Stoney Creek Inn, and watching their old man run. I think the size of the field was perfect - enough other runners to make it interesting, but nowhere near the mob scene I saw when I watched my sister-in-law and a co-worker run the Chicago Marathon this year. Everything was very well-organized, and everyone from the racers through the event staff to the spectators was in good spirits. I especially liked the prayer offered by a local priest at the start - it's refreshing to see that God hasn't been eliminated from all public squares. (He then ran down from the platform to join the race.) If our family schedule permits, I will definitely be back next year. | |
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R. H. from Warrenville, IL
(10/23/2006)
"GREAT RACE" (about: 2006)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Quad Cities Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 If you live in the midwest, you're nuts if you don't try this race. I ran three small marathons this year and this was by far the best. If you want to run fast, this is the course. With the exception of one real hill at about mile 2.5, the whole course is ridiculously flat and FAST. Mile markers were well marked and placed accurately. The aid stations were properly stocked and you got gel like three or four times on the course. Tons of bands and plenty of crowd support. I chased some guy down at the finish and the crowd was going nuts. It was really something else and it won't be forgotten anytime soon. The shirt isn't some silly cotton/poly blend but a long sleeved technical shirt. I'm making this a yearly event (not just because there's beer at the finish, but that helps too). Try this race, you won't be dissapointed. |
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