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Lake Tahoe Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.7 
Organization 4.2 
Spectators 3.6
Number of comments: 78 [displaying comments 1 to 11]
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T. S. from Oregon
(10/23/2024)
"Poor organization, even less accountability" (about: 2024)
1 previous marathon
COURSE: 2 ORGANIZATION: 1 FANS: 3 I decided to run the LTM after reading positive reviews online, but I have to say that I was super disappointed. It started with poor communications: an outdated website and long, rambling emails with details for the weekend's various events all smashed together in a bulleted list. When they failed to apply for road closure permits in time and had to cancel the Saturday and Sunday races (with a revised course on Sunday), their outdated server didn't reach gmail accounts until 11:45 pm on Friday. Worse yet, what was supposed to be a scenic run around the lake turned into a series of out-and-backs on SLT's public bike trails, shopping areas, and housing developments (not at all scenic). There were no port-a-potties except about 10 at the start line (shared by ALL of the weekend's races), minimal race-appropriate fuel at the aid stations (even though the volunteers were super sweet), and then a party-size bowl of pretzels at the finish line (unless you wanted to drop more cash at the vendors). The swag was also pretty sad. Prior years' cool duffels have been replaced by cheap string backpacks, and they ran out of race-specific swag finish line. This was just such an all-around disappointment. I think it was a great race in prior years, but this year was a total flop. I get that the permit issue was a huge wrench, but Les also never took accountability, and instead lambasted Caltrans in all of his communications. Given all of the other chaos of the weekend, you can't blame the state for everything. | |
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J. J. from Coon Rapids, MN
(10/30/2017)
"A fun botique race." (about: 2017)
11-50 previous marathons
| 4-5 Lake Tahoe Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 This year was a little different with the road closures. Les did a great job keeping everyone notified and he was flexible with the resolution proposed by the ultra runners. We don't run Tahoe to be fast, we run it for the gorgeous scenery and the awesome people. We are definitely coming back in 2018. Thanks. Eric and Jen Johnson | |
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M. R. from Berkeley, CA
(10/17/2017)
"Made me want to run more and definitely come back!" (about: 2017)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Lake Tahoe Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The course was absolutely gorgeous, aid stations were plentiful and had great people working them, and everything felt very organized. But for the machine glitch, causing results to be delayed, everything was perfect. | |
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J. J. from Minneapolis, MN
(9/25/2017)
"BEST RUN EVER" (about: 2016)
50+ previous marathons
| 6+ Lake Tahoe Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I can't say enough good things about Les and the Lake Tahoe Marathon weekend. Obviously, the setting is unbelievably gorgeous, but the whole run has a nice small town feel. The swag is awesome, it is well organized, and the people are super friendly. We make the trek out there from Minneapolis- this will be out 7th year. Wonderful run, well worth the trip. | |
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E. G. from Murray, UT
(10/13/2016)
"Awesome views" (about: 2016)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Lake Tahoe Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I ran this race primarily because of its location: it sports a beautiful course and I needed to run a race in California. That being said, the event didn't let me down. This is probably one of the prettiest courses I've run on. Organization was fantastic. The buses were on time and there were ample bathrooms at the start. Race director's emails were entertaining and informative. The race is a small affair for marathoners, so it has a cozy feel. Course support was better than expected: I found aid stations more often than advertised (every 2 miles but they were closer to every mile or so). They were all amply stocked with hydration and happy volunteers (who deserve massive praise). I wasn't terribly pleased with the sports drink (Ultima). It lacked calories and wasn't my favorite taste. I got used to it though. Pack your own gels. There are some spectators on the course but there isn't massive amounts of them as you would expect at a major event. I did receive encouragement from way more people than I expected though. The course is absolutely stunning. I found myself stopping and taking an occasional picture of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding areas. The course is challenging with the altitude and the rolling hills. My gripe about the course though is that there was some traffic when marathoners caught up with the half marathon walkers. I didn't lose any time here but there were more people at the end of the race. Also the final miles are along the main drag of town. You are running by driveway entrances to businesses. I had a time or two where I had to double check to make sure a car was going to let me cross. Many of the major intersections were manned by volunteers or police. Mile markers were also fairly accurate, up until the last mile or so. Props also for the free race photos. I would recommend this race to others. The course isn't fast but the scenery certainly makes up for it. | |
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J. P. from Homewood, AL
(10/27/2015)
"1st LTM & is now in my top 5 favorite marathons" (about: 2015)
50+ previous marathons
| 1 Lake Tahoe Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The course is great with rolling hills and SPECTACULAR scenery. Organization is exceptional - easy and convenient packet pickup as well as simple, well organized transportation to the start. I thought I'd be alone for most of the course, but there were plenty of other runners, spectators and very well-manned aid stations. The finishers medal is GREAT! I love it! The race director was very informative prior to the race and responsive to my communications after the race. This race is now one of my favorites and I wish I lived close enough to run it every year! | |
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F. H. from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
(10/22/2015)
"Great experience at a wonderful place" (about: 2015)
11-50 previous marathons
| 4-5 Lake Tahoe Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 Location, course and organization make this to one of my favorite running events worldwide. The new course, ending on Sunday at South Lake Tahoe City was a great improvement. | |
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A. P. from Redwood City, California
(10/22/2015)
"I Love This Marathon!!!" (about: 2015)
6-10 previous marathons
| 3 Lake Tahoe Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my third LTM and 2015 was the best yet!!! The course was tricky this year with the 'start' set out a bit further making the inclines closer. I went out a too fast and my finish was not as strong as I wanted, but the finish was good and the party at the end was GREAT!! It was still my best time of the three LTM's. Thank you Les! | |
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V. s. from Fremont, CA
(10/17/2015)
"One of my best!! course in my half-marathon run" (about: 2015)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Lake Tahoe Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 1st time running in Tahoe and my 1st Trifecta. Feel proud! and awesome!. The medals are the another highlight to display in my showcase. My wife did 2 half marathon and my daughter first Pumpkin Fun Run. So far my best course in my total running events. | |
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D. P. from Houston, Texas
(10/15/2015)
"The hardest but most beautiful Marathon I've run" (about: 2015)
11-50 previous marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 I had a wonderful time, but being from a sea level flat land training location, I was not ready for this beautiful race. It was tough and rewarding. A must do for runners who desire a challenge. |
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