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St. George Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.8 
Organization 4.8 
Spectators 4.3
Number of comments: 216 [displaying comments 181 to 191]
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Mike Szklarz from Massachusetts
(10/26/2003)
"AWESOME MARATHON" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my 9th marathon and believe me, it has everything. Great scenery, an abundance of great food at the end of the race, a choice of gel flavors along the course, oranges and bananas, and best of all a cool towel for your face at about mile 24. I had the unexpected pleasure of running 22 of the 26.2 miles with Pete from California (it sure made the miles go quicker). I met him by the interactive message board on the St. George Marathon website. The marathon shirt was first-rate, long-sleeve cool max, and the marathon medal was unique too. I would recommend this marathon to anyone. | |
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R. K. from Bethesda, MD
(10/12/2003)
"If you love marathons, this one is a must" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 This was my 15th marathon and a PR. Spectacular scenery and a warm, inviting town are the foundation for an exceptional experience. If you need large crowds, this marathon is not for you. However, you will miss a wonderful running experience. Be sure to spend a few days visiting the state and national parks nearby. This is a great marathon/vacation combo. I will definitely be back. (The only criticism, which is a small one, is the absence of a runner reunion area at the finish. My sister, a seasoned spectator, had difficulty locating me). | |
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Stuart Graves from Salt Lake City, Utah
(10/7/2003)
"Hot and Hilly!" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Even though this course is 'advertised' as a fast, downhill course - there are definitely some uphill climbs to be dealt with. It was also hot about halfway through the race, and about 80 degrees at the finish. All that being said, it still was one of my fastest marathons. The crowd support is small, but VERY enthusiastic! | |
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D. J. from Colorado
(10/6/2003)
"This marathon couldn't be better" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The organization for this marathon is superlative. The course consists of great desert scenery, is downhill, has well stocked aid stations, and even has several misting stations. The spectators are very enthusiastic and encouraging. The homemade posters of wisdom and encouragement that are placed along the route are kind of corny, but hey, what do you expect, this is Mormon country. And contrary to one runners comments, I like the ultralight planes that buzz around overhead - I think its a great distraction. This is one marathon that I would like to do again and again - it's that good. I can't imagine how this one could be any better. | |
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A. B. from Redondo Beach, CA
(10/6/2003)
"In a word: Wonderful." (about: 2003)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Not one complaint. I loved St. George. :-) | |
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t. a. from utah
(10/5/2003)
"A good marathon" (about: 2000)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 Almost as good as the Top of Utah Marathon. I didnt like that steep hill; that was a shocker. | |
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R. M. from Utah
(10/5/2003)
"Absolutely perfect" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was the pinnacle of my racing year, and I couldn't have had a better experience. It was as close to perfection and I can imagine. Way to go the sponsors, organizers and spectators... thanks! | |
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T. N. from Albuquerque, NM
(10/5/2003)
"Totally Awesome" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I couldn't have had a better experience for my first marathon. The race was so well organized that I felt like I was personally being catered to. The fans were prolific and enthusiastic. I can't say enough good things about it. The scenery is beautiful. The race was fun. I loved it. | |
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D. C. from Provo, UT
(10/5/2003)
"Great Marathon!" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The 2003 St. George Marathon was very well organized. The volunteers knew exactly what to do. The aid stations were well supplied. There were lots of porta-poties. The scenery was very nice and the weather was perfect. Coming into town lots of people from the small city of St. George were there to cheer. There were at least three or four local school bands playing music for the runners. The people of St. George seemed to be very enthusiastic about supporting the event. | |
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C. H. from Palo Alto, CA
(4/30/2003)
"Get Rid of the Ultralights Buzzing Overhead" (about: 2002)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 I liked the course, and would love to come back. It's a great place for a PR. The course is awesome - - but what's up with those ultralight planes that buzz over the runners? Are they course officials, or spectators? (This is not like the helicopters at LA or Berlin!) Very loud, and distracting, and definately detracts from the running experience. |
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