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Dublin Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.3 
Organization 4.0 
Spectators 4.2
Number of comments: 267 [displaying comments 101 to 111]
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E. C. from Dublin Ireland
(11/20/2006)
 "Getting better!" (about: 2006)
11-50 previous marathons
| 6+ Dublin Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 Being a local to this race I do empathise with those who have experienced the larger races (I've completed London in 2002, NYC in 2006). For those who have experienced portaloos and water stations / Gatorade at every mile such as NYC - Dublin can be a little amateurish. A few years ago this race was only 3,000 strong but as exercise and health have become more popular adding to our many visitors from overseas this race has become a middle sized event. The city's residents have 2 very divided opinions they either want it, or don't and it's quite evident as you run past drivers in their cars with stern faces and a look of annoyance, or the ones who park in a side street and clap and support you as you go who's who. The organisation has improved during the years - but there's plenty to learn about, plenty to improve on - I missed it for a few years ago because of the disorganised chaos but those problems have been ironed out... Start and finish areas are central to the city centre and would agree that the lack of sanitary facilities has still to be addressed. As for walkers at the start, I didn't experience any problems at all - I would jog more than half way on a normal race - but I know that a constructed corral system in place would be better instead of just 2 colours there should be 4 or 5 especially as there are many choosing Dublin for its long cut off time. For me 2006 was the best organised SO FAR, I would expect that more problems will be ironed out in the next few years - every marathon is different - in London I had to negotiate orange and banana skins all over the road and nearly fell on the road, twisted ankle was my fate. Every marathon has it's faults, Dublin is OK, good for a first timer, not for a pb, not for those who expect INCREDIBLE organisation but organisation that FITS THE RACE... Improvements will come each year... | |
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R. M. from New Jersey USA
(11/15/2006)
 "Amateurish planning" (about: 2006)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 1 FANS: 2 Been running marathons for over 20 years. What was wrong: 1) No facilities at the start. What were the race officials thinking? 2) Too many slower runners at the front to include walkers. 3) Handing out T-shirts at the finish! Wrong move. I got the wrong size but after running a marathon I did not check the sizing until I got back to my hotel. Had other things to think about like drinking fluids and finding my wife. 4) Runner greeting areas were not marked. How about putting up a sign next time for areas A/B/C. 5) Post-race water/sports drink or food? Never saw it. I carry my own food and drink; I do not expect a lot on the course but the basics of supporting a marathon were lacking at the start and finish. Enjoyed my time in Ireland but I'll skip this marathon next time. | |
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T. K. from Vienna, Austria
(11/14/2006)
"Great course - poor organization" (about: 2006)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 2 FANS: 2 No washrooms in the starting area, and almost none during the race; no food during the race (at least bananas would have helped, or power gel???); a sticky Snickers bar afterwards (no protein bars, no salty bagels...?); rare water stations, and even rarer Gatorade supply; and miles and miles without support by the crowd. The great things about Dublin: the pints afterwards, the great people and the scenic course - but don't think it's flat out there! | |
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Dick Vaughan from Houston, Texas
(11/9/2006)
 "As good as expected." (about: 2006)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was my second marathon and first international. The weather was almost perfect and much of the course was very scenic. The one "steep" hill in the first half of the race didn't take take anything out of you. The crowds, although sparse in parts, were very warm in the local neighborhoods and at every turn in the course. The lack of Gatorade was a problem and the water stations not being placed where they were expected was a little confusing. Having water in plastic bottles vs. paper cups made it much easier to drink, however. Having porta-loos only at the finish and not in the starting area caused many to seek foliage cover in nearby parks to take care of last-minute business on the long walk from the clothes drop-off point to the starting line. No one seemed to mind. I would recommend this race. | |
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T. M. from Toronto, Canada
(11/7/2006)
"Grand!!!" (about: 2006)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 This was my first Dublin Marathon and I loved it. The course was great - not too hilly - and the crowd was so encouraging. I found the spectators made their comments personal and really encouraged you when you needed. The people were so friendly even allowing you to use their washroom in their homes. The runners where amazing, I never talked to so many runners during a race. The weather was perfect. The only thing was there weren't many Gatorade stations and washrooms at the start. I will be back next year for sure. Thanks, Ireland, for a great experience. | |
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Thomas Bubendorfer from Killorglin, Ireland
(11/7/2006)
"A great marathon" (about: 2006)
4-5 previous marathons
| 2 Dublin Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I previously ran this marathon in 2004. The course has been changed marginally for the first two or three miles, but the rest is the same as back then. The race is very well organized, and the start and finish are in the city center and easily reached by public transport. In 2005, the race was plagued with rain, but this year the weather was perfect (as it was in 2004) with the slight exception of a blustery headwind as we were nearing the halfway mark. I can heartily recommend this race to anyone. It's not as massive as the big-city marathons, but with over 10,000 participants it's not a small-scale event either. The spectators are very enthusiastic, especially over the last six miles when you need them most. The one thing I didn't like is the surface on some parts of the course; it's concrete, and rather unforgiving on the joints, though I certainly won't blame my blisters on that. I'll definitely be back in years to come. | |
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T. D. from London
(11/4/2006)
"A well organized, friendly race" (about: 2006)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 A very well organized, medium-sized race (10,000 runners). The crowds were sparse in parts but built up at the end to keep you going through the later stages. The course has a few hills but nothing too serious. I was 5 minutes off my PB and posted 3.17 without destroying myself. And Dublin is incredibly friendly and welcoming. I recommend it. | |
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w. j. from Suffolk, England
(10/31/2006)
"Friendly Course, Town, and Fans" (about: 2006)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 Clocked a PB by 18 minutes despite higher elevations than I was expecting. Course is nice - expecially the park and the finish though the town center. City streets are just that - be prepared. The organizers had PLENTY of water stands but little Gatorade... so there were crampers. No gels... so bring one if that helps you through. The organizers were at every mile or so (nice), but did not keep the cyclists out of the course - be warned. I was eating dinner later in the day at mile 23 pub and noticed the later walkers getting lost because the staff left and the course direction signs were poor. TIP: Big sign for the walkers at Merrion/Shelbourne may prevent the 8+-hour finishes. The fans and town. Well, the fans... mom and pop water stands, candy from mile 17 on, etc. My last 6.2 were the best, at 52:49 minutes, due to a bag of Haribos and the fans. The lodging was wonderful, and everybody was friendly and helpful. Thank you, Dublin - I will revisit. | |
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Pam (Supergirl) Storey from West Sussex
(10/6/2006)
 "Great event in 2005" (about: 2006)
50+ previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 Having run marathons all over the U.K. I have chosen Dublin to run my 100th marathon/ultra in 2006. I shall be running as Supergirl with Superman. I am raising money for a Christian charity to build an orphanage in Uganda. | |
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P. M. from Iowa, United States of America
(8/7/2006)
 "Dream come true" (about: 2005)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The 2005 Dublin City Marathon was my first marathon and it was a dream come true. I can't say enough good things about the race. The course was fairly flat, just a few inclines. The crowd was so encouraging. The course was very scenic (loved Phoenix Park). I hit 'the wall' at mile 20 and the crowd from mile 20 to the end truly helped me to finish the race. I have no complaints or suggested areas of improvement. I strongly encourage everyone to run this fantastic marathon. The only bad thing I can say is that this was so fantastic, I can't imagine I can ever top the experience. |
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