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Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon Runner Comments

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Course 4.6

Organization 4.3

Spectators 3.4

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A. G. from United states (10/19/2013) "Finishers certificate and" (about: 2013) 1 previous marathon \| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 3 This was my first marathon experience. I was pleased with the organization etc. I had planned on finishing around 5:30 but some health issues came up and had to change my plan. Anyway, I was under the impression that If I finished the race in under 7 hours I would get a medal and a finishers certificate. Well, I did it in less than 7 but only got the medal. I don't get it... I finished why don't I get a certificate?? I was also researching past races and all runners past 5:30 were listed. I hope they change this rule. I ran the race and dedicated it for someone I lve who was very sick!
Stephanie Woods from W. Springfield, MA (10/16/2013) "Super organized race with a great scenic course" (about: 2013) 1 previous marathon \| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I researched this race before entering it. All the rave words were correct. This race is the best organized race I have ever attended. The expo was small, but that makes it quick to pick up your bib. The host hotel was very nice and the staff very helpful. It is a point to point, and the start is about 20 minutes from the hotel. Lots of parking and real bathrooms as well as porto-potties. The race started on time. I ran with the 5 hour pacer. Jodie, who was amazing. Very positive, reassuring, and informative. She said she would run even effort and come in at 4:59:30. She came in at 4:59:24. The first 4 miles are through a residential section and then you get on a bike trail till mile 17. Water. stops are every 2 miles. The first one is beyond the 2 mile point. All had gatorade and water. At all but one, the gatorade was first and then the water. One was very poorly organized at mile 22. There the volunteers had the drinks on the table instead of handing them to you and were not clear where the water and gatorade was. Every turn and intersection was manned with volunteers and usually policeman. You were told where to go. EMT bikers patrolled to help injured runners. There was a portopotty at every water stop from mile 6 on. The weather was cooperative- 50s and cloudy at the start, and changing to 60s and sunny. That made it a bit warm for me, but increased the scenery. If you want hordes of cheering throngs, this is not the race for you. All the spectators were very supportive. Along the bike trail you would find isolated pockets of spectators. The bike trail runs along the Mohawk River and is lined with trees. There is a hill at mile 12, but it is fairly minor. The worst part of the race is after you leave the bike trail. You run along a highway for 4 miles. The part coned off for runners is narrow, and the cars drive close and some go fast. You get back on the trail around mile 22. At the finish, many volunteers watch to see if you are OK. There is free massage and some food. Bagels, pretzels, chocolate milk, oranges and bananas. The medal is very nice and so is the long sleeve technical T- shirt. I am sold, and I will be back!
H. A. from Princeton, NJ (11/3/2012) "Another PR!" (about: 2012) 11-50 previous marathons \| 4-5 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 I love this marathon! It's flat/fast/scenic, it starts at a reasonable time in the morning, it's not too big or too small, the spectators and support are great. A couple of the water stops this year were a bit disorganized. Aside from that, fabulous. This was my 4th year running, three years ago I set my personal best, this year I beat that. Will be back again next year.
J. F. from New England (10/11/2012) "Great, Smaller Race!" (about: 2012) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I am not a fan of all the hooplah that comes along with a large race. I don't need bands on the course, or huge crowds. What I want from a race is good organization from expo to finish line, well-staffed & stocked water stops, and helpful & cheerful volunteers. This race delivers all that, along with a course that is beautiful along the bike trail. I wish the entire race was on the bike trail, but the areas on the road were not too bad - though a bit of extra room would have been nice. We had perfect temps for 2012, and though I didn't PR, I did run one of my best marathon times. Great job Mohawk Hudson!
E. B. from New York (10/10/2012) "Excellent Small Marathon" (about: 2012) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This is a great, well-organized marathon. The organizers clearly know what they are doing and avoid some of the pitfalls that I've seen in other marathons. The course is incredibly fast - faster than Wineglass. It felt more downhill than I was even expecting, and I studied the elevation map and course video thoroughly. (BTW, the course video was much appreciated.) There are actually a few spots on the course that are perhaps too steeply downhill. The small size of this race is perfect for running a fast time. The start area is not crowded, there were plenty of porta-potties (and whoever started the single line at the porta-potties deserves credit - I hate the multiple line situation). The half marathon starts halfway through the course and I never even noticed those runners. The 4 miles on roads from 18-22 is not really that bad, though we could have used a little more room. The race volunteers were great and the water stop volunteers were well-trained (again by a video on the website). Crowd support, though sparse, was very intense where it existed. The crowd support was more than I expected for a race of this size. The shirt - a long sleeve tech shirt that I will definitely use - and medal were excellent.
J. B. from New York, NY (10/9/2012) "Praise for Mohawk-Hudson" (about: 2012) 4-5 previous marathons \| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 Just a fantastic race. Everything was well organized. The rail trail portions of the race were scenic and zen. Even spotted a bald eagle flying over the Mohawk River at about Mile 5. Volunteers at water stations were great. It sure helped that the weather was perfect for a marathon. If there was one flaw, I would have liked more official time clocks on the course. The buses from Albany to the start in Schenectady went without a hitch. The best part of this race is the start: with a relatively small number of runners, you don't have to deal with crowds during the first few miles, having to go slowly at the outset and then make up lost time later. You can get out and hit your desired pace immediately. The gradual downhill portion between the 14th and 17th miles was the second best feature. Allowed me to save some energy for the last 10k. Also was glad not to have experienced a train delay. I had no problem with running on the side of Route 32 from Miles 18 to 21, the drivers were courteous and the volunteers were on top of things. If anything, it made for a nice change of scenery.
K. B. from New Jersey (10/8/2012) "Couldn't ask for better organization" (about: 2012) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Excellent race...easy transport to race, easy bag check, well marked course, aid stations spaced out well. This is a fast course, virtually no elevation gains. Used pace group (3:25), and pacer was excellent, I think his official time was 3;25:01. Only recommendations...there were 2 spots on the race where I felt runners could get hurt...1. Large, yellow metal gate closure of some sort on the path, about mile 15 maybe?runners could be directed by cones to either side of path about 10 feet before, I almost ran right into it. 2. Same goes for weird speed humps cutting through path...just a sign that says uneven surface ahead. About 20 of us packed together in pace group, and those in the middle/back did not really see those road problems. Easy fixes to both. This race is well oiled machine, if you are looking for fast course, without all the hoopla and problems of bigger races, this is your race.
J. W. from The Berkshires, Massachusetts (10/8/2012) "Highly recommended" (about: 2012) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This race is well organized to the extreme. Genuinely enthusiastic volunteers and fans line the this flat (mostly downhill) point to point course. Aid stations are where they're supposed to be. Most of the course is on a beautiful bike trail that runs along the Mohawk and Hudson rivers. Runners are bused to the start of the race and the organization keeps everything smooth. I think this is the first race I've given five stars across the board. My only complaint is some of the late miles (19-21) are back on the street and tight to a shoulder on a busy road. Still, runners get back on the trail for the finishwhich is in a park by the Hudson. There are bands, food, massages, etc. This race is a keeper.
N. C. from New Jersey (10/19/2011) "As good as it gets for a small race" (about: 2011) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 This is quite a contrast from a big-city race and a wonderful experience. Early downhill terrain followed by a flat 2nd half gave me an easy PR. Bike paths along the Mohawk and Hudson Rivers were beautiful although unfortuntely linked by a very tedious stretch along a highway. Spectators were scattered but very friendly, and rest stops were excellent. A shortage of porta johns at the start in the park was compensated by a very large woods. Prerace pasta dinner at the host hotel was great but we were disappointed that the hotel milked runners for an extra $50 if they didn't check out before 11 am ( 2 1/2 hours into the race!).
l. b. from montreal, qc (10/12/2011) "My favorite marathon" (about: 2011) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This is the best marathon I have run. The course is great from start to finish. It is well organized.

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