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Yonkers Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 3.9 
Organization 4.4 
Spectators 2.8
Number of comments: 78 [displaying comments 21 to 31]
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Stacy Floyd from Marietta, GA
(9/20/2011)
 "Great event - will run again!" (about: 2011)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Yonkers Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 The Yonkers marathon is such a secret that even the people from Yonkers don't know it exists! Well, they should!!! This event was very well run and the logistics are so easy. It is easy to get to the start, packet pick-up is morning of the race and the post race party is just down the street from the finish. The race director is great with communication - quick responses to emails. The course is somewhat challenging and it's a double loop, so you know you're going to get those hills again. I happened to PR on this course though - I loved it! Not much crowd support; just the random people standing in their driveway now and then; and then of course at the finish. The streets were open to traffic, but the cops did a great job at every intersection. I didn't have to break stride at all for a car. Overall, GREAT experience. If you like the small marathons, this one is a must. | |
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R. A. from New Jersey, USA
(9/20/2011)
 "Not very exciting, sorry" (about: 2011)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Yonkers Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 1 I ran the marathon for 2011. While the race went ok, all the while I had the feeling I was on a training run and the town didn't have a clue what was transpiring. No signs or banners along the way. No spectators to speak of. Live traffic in our lane. Lots of drivers stuck in long lines made me wonder if they knew what to expect. I felt bad for them. The view along the Hudson was obscured by trees and much of the rest of the route was by warehouses and closed stores. Not much to look at and certainly nothing as exciting as music or a costumed cheerer along the way. On the plus side, the police did a good job of blocking the traffic for us, the race timing chips worked well, and the children at the aid stations were very enthusiastic. Lastly, the free food selection was pretty meager; the bagels were not edible. | |
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L. M. from Richmond, VA
(9/20/2011)
 "Gotta do this one!" (about: 2011)
50+ previous marathons
| 4-5 Yonkers Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 This is a great race that seems to be underappreciated by the majority of marathon runners. It's got an incredible history (second only to Boston) and is one to challenge yourself with. No big crowds, no big field of racers - just you and the course and you're there to challenge yourself. The organization is always totally awesome - easy to register, easy to get to and from the race, great support/water stops on the course, and great post race party. It's the fourth time I've run it (I travel to NYC from VA to participate and I will be back again next year!) | |
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P. H. from Westfield, NJ
(9/19/2011)
"Nice small marathon" (about: 2011)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Yonkers Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Just ran this yesterday (9/18/11), and really enjoyed it. The course was well marked and not crowded. Good variation and it's actually nice to do 2 loops... helps psychologically late in the race to know where you are. It has a small and personal feel, but Steve did a great job organizing it. There are kids staffing most water stations, which is motivational as they are excited to cheer you on. Recommended! I hope to run it again! | |
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M. N. from Rockland, New York
(9/19/2011)
 "Challenging Marathon" (about: 2011)
11-50 previous marathons
| 6+ Yonkers Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 The location of the marathon is great. The parking is close to the start. The race pick up smooth. The course is challenging. The weather was better than previous years. Could of used some food on the course. Liquid is not enough for the marathon distance. Food at the end has gotten worse. | |
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V. L. from New Jersey
(7/24/2011)
 "U Ain't Run Nutin' Til U Run Yonkers!" (about: 2010)
11-50 previous marathons
| 2 Yonkers Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Test n stretch yourself. Flat marathons are fun, but this hilly beast is a sweet challenge - gets you thinking, planning and really working all the muscles. Give it your all - the course will take everything you throw at it and give nothing in return, except that fabulous feeling of 'I DID IT!' at the end. Great organization, great volunteers, great police, and a great place to run. Awesome. Weehoo! | |
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j. h. from Philadelphia,Pa
(9/26/2010)
 "respect the marathon" (about: 2010)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Yonkers Marathon
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Growth is good; it would be cool to have a pre-marathon meal chat-and-chew. Location is very good. More website info (pictures of the area and hotels) would help. The hills are to die for. Bring it on! The race director takes charge - I love it!!!! If you don't hear or see fans, just listen to your heartbeat and respect the marathon. | |
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Jeffrey Lin from Queens, NY
(9/21/2010)
"don't underestimate this one" (about: 2010)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Yonkers Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 It's a really tough and challenging course - no kiddin'. The first loop is a breeze, but the second loop is totally magnified and intensified: each hill, each incline... they all just get longer. My first time running it, but I'm pretty sure I'll sign up for 2011. And if you register before May 2011, I think the September 18, 2011 race is only $25! All tri-state area runners should sign up immediately; this race deserves the top runners in the area. Great staff, great volunteers, great location and great, challenging course. | |
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M. K. from Fort Lee, NJ
(9/20/2010)
"Great race." (about: 2010)
11-50 previous marathons
| 4-5 Yonkers Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 This is my 4th year at this race (2 full, 2 half). I can say that each year the police at the intersections always do a great job, as do the people at the water stations. There were a few people along the course, but they were very supportive. Overall, this is one of the best marathons I've run. See you next year. | |
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Jose Val from Yonkers, NY
(9/20/2010)
"First-Time Marathon Event" (about: 2010)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Yonkers Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my first half-marathon and it was great! The hometown support was wonderful. I would recommend it anyone to really feel a hometown event. The kids of all ages were great and supportive. So were the fans, especially the police officers. Thank you! |
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