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Akron Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.5 
Organization 4.8 
Spectators 4.5
Number of comments: 309 [displaying comments 151 to 161]
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A. G. from Bridgeport, Ohio
(9/28/2008)
"Fun Race" (about: 2008)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Akron Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 My husband and I ran the half yesterday morning. We had a great run and were one minute off a PR. That's ok, because we had a difficult time at the start getting into our pace. We usually do a half in the fall and save our full for the spring so we can train in the winter. We enjoyed the course and really liked the finish. What a great stadium. We were a little concerned with all of the traffic in the morning. Any suggestions for first-timers to Akron on alternate routes to downtown might be helpful. One huge disappointment was not with the race but with the runners. I was appalled at runners filling up bags with what looked like enough food to last a week. Some had two and three bags so full that they could hardly carry them. And these were half-marathoners. To the full marathoner who was disappointed that they were out of bananas... it wasn't the race organizers' fault. It was the runners who should have taken one, maybe two, but took bags full instead. My husband and I each took a bottle of water, and he had one beer. We come to run, not to get free groceries for a week. Anyway we had a great time and cheered on the Buckeyes afterward. | |
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S. P. from Marietta, Georgia
(9/28/2008)
"Despite No Water, No Bananas, No Soda, Terrific!" (about: 2008)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Akron Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 5 Despite the lack of water for those behind the fast wave, the lack of bananas at the finish, and the presence of beer but absence of soda, the City of Akron and the race organizers have got a diamond in the rough to brag about. Overcast skies and a light wind were ideal, and the course was scenic and alive with the citizenry out for a good time. Brooks is to be commended for the gift of shoes for all marathon finishers. Having the Women's 8K Championship and meeting Katie McGregor in the Radisson Lobby made for an unforgettable bonus. Keep polishing this gem and Akron will become THE place to be every September. | |
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Terry McAndrew from Edinboro, PA
(9/28/2008)
"Challenging course. Hills at 15 to 20 miles." (about: 2008)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Akron Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Surprise entry at the expo was an additional $20.00. I did not see that advertised anywhere. After the race, Second Sole did not have my shoe size. Now it's an additional $8.00 for shipping. I'm not too happy about that. Positives: great volunteers, plentiful water stops plenty, and a good expo. | |
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T. S. from Cleveland, OH
(9/28/2008)
"Great first race" (about: 2008)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Akron Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 My first marathon. I loved all the changing scenery. From the city to the towpath to the campus, it was great. I loved all the bridges. Every time I was feeling down or weak, there was a large group of fans or some type of band playing around the corner to bring me back up. From marching bands, to choirs, to DJs, to rock and bluegrass bands. It was truly a great race. | |
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G. K. from West Liberty OH
(9/28/2008)
"A GREAT RACE THAT YOU MUST DO" (about: 2008)
11-50 previous marathons
| 2 Akron Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The Akron Marathon is hands down the best value (as well as the best marathon) you will run. The 2008 edition had perfect weather - 62 degrees at the start and overcast. The race has plenty to offer: 5 GU stations with some already opened for you, numerous port-a-johns throughout the course, spectators through the entire course and Michelob Ultra at the finish line. Oh, and the free Brooks running shoes. Just do it already! | |
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Dean Peterson from Appleton, WI
(9/28/2008)
"Great organization; they take care of details" (about: 2008)
50+ previous marathons
| 2 Akron Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 What a great race. My 91st. They pay attention to details. Having Jim Barnett at the finish line to shake my hand was extra special. Thank you for making this a great memory. | |
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d. f. from canton ohio
(9/28/2008)
"I LOVE AKRON" (about: 2008)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Akron Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 What a great day! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The course was challenging, definitely not a giveaway!! Thanks, and I'll be back next year!! | |
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Gid Oswitch from Kent, Ohio
(9/27/2008)
"Akron Rocks!!!" (about: 2008)
11-50 previous marathons
| 6+ Akron Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I ran the Akron Marathon this morning for the 6th time, and this race just keeps getting better each year - the race organizers really listen to the opinions of the runners and improve the race as needed. The organization is impeccable - tell me the last time you ran a marathon that has 6 GU stops with volunteers wearing signs telling you the GU flavor?? The bonus of free Brooks shoes at the finish is a victory in itself, no matter what your time was. My only complaint was no bananas at the finish, but loads of other goodies were available. Akron just does the whole event right and with class. Hats off to race director, Jim Barnett, for another super job! | |
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Kasper Cindy from Stow, Ohio
(9/27/2008)
"Perfect" (about: 2008)
11-50 previous marathons
| 6+ Akron Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This marathon is beginning to rank as one of my favorite days of the entire year. The race is perfect, but I especially love watching the runners finish in the gorgeous stadium. I love how this marathon encourages so many people of every ability level to participate. Each year I think there is nothing to improve on, and yet they come up with something. | |
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Michael Maillis from Youngstown, OHio
(9/27/2008)
"Awesome!" (about: 2008)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Akron Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 Jim Barnette is the man!! Tough course - hilly, but beautiful. Definitely one of the finest marathons in the country. |
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