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Blue Ridge Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 5.0 
Organization 4.9 
Spectators 4.7
Number of comments: 187 [displaying comments 91 to 101]
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L. S. from Mechanicsville, Virginia
(4/22/2013)
 "One of the best marathons ever!" (about: 2013)
First Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The organizers of this event did an amazing job with all of the festivities. The energy was electric! It was simply amazing. I would highly recommmend this marathon to everyone. | |
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r. f. from Richmond, VA
(4/22/2013)
"Amazing, Beautiful, Tough Marathon" (about: 2013)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was an absolutely flawless race. The organization was beyond expectations, the course is beautiful and challenging, and the crowd was fun. I think this could be an iconic marathon. Boston is the gold standard for speedy marathoners, this should be the gold standard for tough marathoners. Here are my highlights: - The security and organization was impeccable. A great response, considering what happened in Boston just days earlier. - The course is beautiful! Since this isn't a course you will get a PR, I recommend carrying a camera and enjoying the amazing views. - This is a challenge. It is very helpful training on these mountains, if possible. If you are from far away, try driving the course the day before so you know what you are in for. - Peakwood was so absurdly challenging, I could only laugh at it. After the first 16 tough miles, Peakwood was just evil (and I mean that in the best possible way). - I have never seen so many water/gu stops and porta-potties on a marathon course! - The spectators were rather sparse, but incredibly friendly and encouraging. - I very much enjoyed shaking the race director's hand as I crossed the finish line. - Great tee shirt and medal. I love the 'America's Toughest Road Marathon' tagline. - My only suggestion for the race would be (and not to sound like a snob), to do something a little different for the full marathoners. In this particular race, the full marathon is SO MUCH harder than the half. - I ran this as a 'bucket list' marathon, something to do once. But I will absolutely be back next year. | |
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T. P. from VA
(4/22/2013)
"Difficult but top-notch race." (about: 2013)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The Blue Ridge Half-Marathon was my first race but it was an incredible one to be a part of. The course was very unpredictable and challenging which made it a lot of fun. There were a lot of spectators out to show support. The post race activities were great. I have nothing but good things to say. | |
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K. H. from Jacksonville, FL
(4/22/2013)
"Bucket list race" (about: 2013)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I did the marathon relay which was spectacular and I'm going to go back next year to run the marathon. The course is very challenging but the views are worth it. The organization is outstanding. While there aren't too many spectators on the mountainous portions, the ones that were there made sure they cheered for every runner. I didn't run the Peakwood portion of the race but my teammate said that the spectators there were incredible - even had set up unofficial beers stops! The shirts were great and I love that they offer ladies' cut. The medals are beautiful. The finish line area offered water, fruit, and pizza. There was a music festival on the same day so there were also beer and bands. My boyfriend and I spent a few days in Roanoke - the locals are super friendly and supportive of the race. Even though this race will kick your butt, it's a must do! | |
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Gretchen Vannoy from Roanoke, VA
(4/22/2013)
 "Awesome" (about: 2013)
1 previous marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 Loved climbing the mountain with my fellow runners and seeing the beautiful views of our city on the way down. This was my first time in the race and I am hooked!! | |
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J. G. from USA
(4/21/2013)
"As good as Richmond, but a different Marathon." (about: 2013)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Amazing Marathon IMO. I've run Richmond Twice and thought it was great. The Roanoke Blue Ridge Marathon has the same great feel and fan support but offers a different more challenging run. It's small which makes it easier to access. However, it's big enough that your never alone and makes for a fun, scenic, and unforgettable experience. As A Roanoker living in Hampton roads this is my new favorite race. I highly reccomend it. | |
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S. P. from Virginia
(4/21/2013)
"TOUGH! But so fun!" (about: 2013)
First Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 I ran the marathon relay. Loved every minute, although it is SUPER tough, especially Peakwood! Loved the shirt, the atmosphere, the volunteers, the crazy course, the spectators, the medal, etc. | |
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K. W. from Virginia
(4/21/2013)
"Best race that I have run!" (about: 2013)
1 previous marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 Best race that I have run!!! Aid stations were great and you didn't know what to expect at the next one. Absolutely loved the cow in the road, gorilla, getting laid at station 17, and the funeral home sign! Wished the crowd would have been a little more rowdy at the finish line. | |
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Jennifer Porter from Roanoke, VA
(4/21/2013)
"'Running through a postcard!'" (about: 2013)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Even though I live in this city, running through it on this course puts this mountain town in a whole new light. Be ready for tough climbs and even tougher descents, but the views are so worth it! The spectators go above and beyond, and many of the neighborhoods even hosted block parties with refreshments and music for the runners as we passed. Finally the aid stations were phenomenal, completely stocked with everything you could need or want. I carried a pack this year, but I know now that I don't have to next time! There was so much water, Gatorade, snacks, and GU on the course that I even skipped a few stops because I couldn't consume that much! Could not have been better organized, everything about this race was flawless. | |
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penny wagner from Rocky Mount,Virginia
(4/21/2013)
"an absolutely awesome experience for me!" (about: 2013)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Well the day started out rocky. Set clock for 5pm instead of 5am and by the grace of god I woke up at 5:05! a.m. of course-lol. Then knicked both ankles with a razor that I never cut myself with! Then walking to race .75 miles from course, twisted foot twice... it all got better from there:) saw Bart & Frank at coffee shop for photo op :) then saw Pam Rickard for first time since Boston when she came in from first run :) then I did 1/2 in 2:47:28 after a goal of 3:15 :) couldnt of done that fast w/o hubby as pacer :) ALL & ALL AN AWESOME DAY-THANK YOU! (to clarify - where it says ran in BR marathon-I ran the BR HALF marathon 2013 and 1 other half marathon & 1 full marathon & 3 ultras) |
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