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Glass City Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.2 
Organization 4.4 
Spectators 3.8
Number of comments: 246 [displaying comments 221 to 231]
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M. U. from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
(4/28/2004)
"Great volunteers- organized and eager to help" (about: 2004)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Glass City Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 I first want to say how truly wonderful the volunteers were - they couldn't have done any more! There were some spectators considering the weather - I actually think the weather helped me! I really liked the fact that a 5+ hour runner like me could start one hour earlier - that way my husband who also did the marathon and finished 3+ didn't have to wait for me as long! We plan to do this next year! THANK YOU ALL! | |
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Eric Hehl from Maumee, OH
(4/27/2004)
"Excellent and wet first marathon" (about: 2004)
First Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my first marathon and what a run it was! The weather was nice and cool and the rain came down for a bit in a nice drizzle. However I don't think many of the runners noticed it because they were in 'the zone' - I know I was. Everyone who came out for this race was awesome, the volunteers were great, and the fan support was just awesome. Great race, something that I will return to in the future. | |
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K. F. from Ontario, Canada
(8/27/2003)
"Superb!" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 A big ?Well Done? for the organizers of this race. Despite being a small marathon, the organization was great, and lots of volunteers were out to help. There were plenty of aid stations (including some with fruit instead of just fluids), though a few more port-a-potties, especially earlier in the race, would be nice. There were several spots where people would call out pace times and predicted finish times - a good motivator later in the race. More visible mile markers would be a plus, though they are marked clearly on the pavement. Being Canadian, it was nice to see some kilometer markers as well, since I tend to gauge my distance in relation to 42 KM rather than 26 miles. The course is fairly flat, and although you run with traffic for much of it, the drivers were sparse and considerate. Not tons of spectator support, but like I said, it?s a small marathon. The finish area was well organized ? they even call out your name as you approach the line! Lots of refreshments available afterwards, as well as a nice medal and glass mug. The weather was perfect, which helps any marathon. If you don?t need thousands of spectators cheering you on, this would be a good course for a PR. It was definitely worth the trip - I would do it again. | |
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P. B. from Kalamazoo/Toledo
(5/18/2003)
"Chicken noodle soup and the Naumee River...mmm" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was my first marathon and it was great. I definitely liked the small size and friendly atmosphere. Aid stations were very plentiful and the volunteers enthusiastic. Even though the course was open to traffic, there were police at absolutely every intersection. The course is fast and nearly all flat with the only small hills coming at the beginning - and, believe me, it is worth running up the crest of the High Level Bridge to see the rising sun on the river!!! Refreshments at the end were great too - mmm...homemade chunky chicken noodle soup! The only downside is that the mile markers aren't very visible on the street, but with aid stations coming so often (especially near the end) it's not too difficult to figure out your location. | |
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M. B. from PA
(4/24/2003)
"Great small marathon" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Ran here as a replacement for the DC rip-off. My first small marathon and won't be my last, what a great race. Great organization, nice course, nice people. I read that some didn't like the traffic on the course but it was well managed and made it possible for friends to visit during the race, a first for me! A race by runners for runners not sponsors. Nice shirts also. | |
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B. C. from Oregon, Ohio
(4/17/2003)
"Small but AWESOME" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 The weather was perfect today. The course is a little hilly. There are 2 good size hills before 6 miles then a little rolling after that. If you live any where near Toledo, please come run this marathon. The only thing I would like to see changed are some mile markers (signs). I missed 3 of them on the street. Other than that I can't think of any reason not to run this race. I won't be back next year, I have other plans, I qualified for BOSTON!!! Thank you Toledo for making my dream come true. I improved my time from last year by 17 minutes. The volunters are awesome, they deserve a big applause. | |
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T. S. from Columbus, OH
(4/16/2003)
"Beautiful Weather and A Fun Run" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 I thought the size of the race would make it less enjoyable but that certainly wasn't the case. It's nice not to have to push through the crowds at the water stops! Course was well marked and quite interesting. Some beautiful homes, plenty of fishing tackle (if you ran you know what I mean), and a well-run marathon. Post race highlight--the chicken soup at the finish line was fabulous. I had to eat the homemade noodles with my fingers! | |
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E. S. from Palos Verdes, California
(4/15/2003)
"superbly managed race" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 We had never been to Toledo before. I was apprehensive about the course because our traveling about the town the day before did not reveal much going for the town (other than the first class art museum): it is a rust-belt city showing rust. The course however was surprisingly scenic after the second mile and up until the 23rd. The spectators were more plentiful than one would have expected, and they were quite enthusiastic. The race was extremely well-organized: it seemed that there were more volunteers than runners. I had been concerned that with the small field I would be trotting alone, but I was constantly with others. I recommend this race for any marathoner. | |
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j. s. from Oak Forest, IL
(4/14/2003)
"Good job Toledo runners!!" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 Great race, small event without all the hype. 1st Marathon in Ohio and if I wasn't chasing the '50 States Club' I would be back. Course is scenic along the river and takes you by some of the well-to-do areas of Toledo, and along some of the older areas. Running by the downtown ballpark is a plus. Suggestion try and schedule the race with a home game so that us out of towners may expericence that great park. The only small downside to this race was having to pay for your post race massage. A tremendous job, keep up the good work! | |
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M. S. from Milwaukee, WI
(4/14/2003)
"Fast course & well-run event for a small marathon" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 2003 was my first time running this race. As promised, the course was relatively flat and fast (good news for someone looking for PR or Boston qualifier). Some potholes and traffic to negotiate, but on the whole, the course was fine. Lots of scenic views in miles 5-12, with miles 1-4 and 16-26 being more urban. I was especially impressed with the provisions on the course. Given that this is a smaller marathon, I was concerned about how reliable water stops and etc would be. But water and Powerade were provided every 2 miles without fail, and sometimes more frequently than that. There were also race reps calling out average pace per mile and pace-to-finish times at about 4 or 5 spots on the course (very helpful!). For next year, more visible mile markers would be a help (they're painted on the road, and you don't see them until you're right on top of them). Other than that, an enjoyable and well-run event. Thanks to the Toledo Road Runners Club for a job well done. |
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