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Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.6 
Organization 4.3 
Spectators 3.4
Number of comments: 93 [displaying comments 61 to 71]
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K. B. from Chicago, IL
(10/8/2007)
 "Great course - beautiful and fast" (about: 2007)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 This is a great course to set a PR or qualify for Boston. The only uphills are early on, hardly noticeable. The aid stations were well stocked by enthusiastic volunteers. The course was mostly on a nice paved and tree-lined surface. Turns were well marked and the few streets on the course had great traffic control. The race hotel was ideally located just a few blocks from the finish line. The only negative is that the park at start line had only 1 set of bathrooms with quite a long line. Fortunately, it also had a lot of trees :-) | |
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Andrew Barrett from Tampa, FL
(10/8/2007)
 "Outstanding, fast,downhill course" (about: 2007)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 I entered this race because it was advertised as downhill and fast. I was not disappointed. There were long stretches of gradual downhills that I just flew down and allowed me to set a new PR (3:23:40). The initial view as we descended to the Mohawk River was breathtaking and most of the race was on bike paths along the rivers and very pretty. The race was well organized, the course was well marked, volunteers gave good directions at every major turn, the aid stations were well placed and well staffed, and the tech shirt is pretty cool. I have 2 suggestions for improvements. The buses transporting runners from the hotel to the start were organized and on time. But they traveled together in a caravan resulting in 250-300 runners all arriving at once. The limited rest room facilities were overwhelmed & I waited in line for 27 minutes. Either let the buses leave one at a time as they fill up, or better yet, supplement the start with port-o-potties. The gatorade at every aid station was mixed very thinly. This may seem trivial, but it wasn't for me. Many runners plan their calorie intake during the race carefully including whether to drink water versus gatorade. I ended up light headed and short on sugar by mile 22 and faded down the stretch missing my BQ time by 3 minutes. If the missing port-o-potties or shortage of gatorade powder are funding issues, I would gladly pay more on the entry fee for next year. Notwithstanding my suggestions, this was a great race, I will be back. | |
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J. H. from Massachusetts
(10/8/2007)
"Great course, flat, but not downhill" (about: 2007)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 The course was very pretty, predominantly on bike paths with a small strecth on the roads between Mohawk and Hudson river paths. It was definitely flat, but I didn't appreciated a significant downhill grade as some commenters did. The runners were great. I've run 2 Bostons and 1 NYC (both over 20,000) and this was the first time other runners talked to me. Volunteers were fantastic with very supportive comments. The spectators were few, but cheered everyone on as they passed by. My only criticsm were the mile markers, I didn't see any until mile 4. They were painted on the ground (some were marked by very small traffic cones). This was a real problem for pacing, as I generally look up, not down, when I'm running. If the race organizers would put flags up for mile markers, it would have been perfect. I'm sorry I didn't bring my Garmin. | |
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mary collins finn from menands, NY
(10/8/2007)
 "Great organization, fast course, beautiful setting" (about: 2007)
6-10 previous marathons
| 3 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 My third time running this and it never disappoints. The organization is magnificent, the host hotel does a wonderful job - pasta dinner, packet pick-up on site, late check out. If you want a BQ this is the race. The course is gently downhill in the first 1/4 and flaaat(!) mostly picturesque shaded bike path for the rest. Spectators at the accessible points on the bike path are enthusiastic and water stations are very well staffed and supplied. Gels plentiful in the second half. If you're looking for the hoopla of a Rock n Roll marathon go elsewhere. If you want to run your first marathon (or half) and BQ or if you just want a fantastic running experience this is the one. | |
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A. P. from Guilderland
(12/28/2006)
"Great race, but spell "marathon" correctly on shir" (about: 2006)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 This is a fine course and it is well organized. This year, however, "marathon" was spelled incorrectly on the sleeve ("marthon") on what would otherwise have been a fine, distinctive shirt. I have run other small marathons, but this was my favorite. | |
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M. C. from Corinth, Texas
(10/16/2006)
"This is your PR or BQ course... fast & beautiful!!" (about: 2006)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I have been trying to qualify for Boston for the last two year and nailed this time at MHRM!! I did a lot of research on the best and fastest courses in the US. They said this is one of the ten fastest... and they are right (not to mention the fact that it's just a beautiful course). It is small (fewer than 500 runners), which I loved. It is well organized. And if you are traveling from out of town, plan on staying at the Crowne Plaza (the host hotel). They treated the runners very well. I came here to qualify for Boston and I did!! Thanks for a great race and a great marathon! | |
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P. S. from Clinton, Ontario Canada
(10/13/2006)
"Well organized from start to finish" (about: 2006)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I thoroughly enjoyed my weekend in the greater Albany area. I had never visited before and was impressed by the rivers, building architecture and the atmosphere of staying in downtown Albany. I was amazed by the restored historic buildings, churches and the available activities. I wish I could have stayed longer to sightsee more. More importantly about the race itself: As everyone says, the course is beautiful, fast and water stations well manned. Gels were provided at two locations as advertised. The organization was great. Simply pick up your packet, get on the bus (which left right on time), get ready to run (lots of bathrooms at start) and enjoy your race. Beautiful finish at a park on the river where plenty of food was available. It's a short walk back to the host Crowne Plaza Hotel, which was generous with a late check-out. This race is small but very well organized and features a great course. Every race depends on great volunteers and this race was no exception. Due to the nature of the course (riverside bike trails), spectators are often few, but where access was available they were plenty and encouraging. The pasta supper at the hotel was convenient and of good value. A personal best time and ideal weather added to the outstanding weekend. | |
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L. F. from New York, NY
(10/11/2006)
"Fast, Beautiful Course" (about: 2006)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 The course was fast and beautiful. Very flat, and yes, I did get stopped by a train, for which they did credit me some time. They say that there are some inclines on the course, but I didn't notice them. There are some pretty harsh declines, however. Mostly the course is flat. Hooked up with a group of about 10 BQers, and the camaraderie was fantastic - we helped each other finish strong. Great race, great support, and few but great spectators. | |
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Mr Ed from North Carolina, USA
(10/10/2006)
"The MHRM is Fast!" (about: 2006)
50+ previous marathons
| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 The Mohawk Hudson River Marathon did not disappoint, with a very fast course, great weather and water stops. Seems like it has good organization, easy packet pick-up, quick results, well marked course and beautiful fall colors. | |
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s. j. from Nyack, New York
(10/9/2006)
"Run this over Steamtown!!!!" (about: 2006)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 I have run 17 marathons, and you have the marathons with the computer chips and spectators, but if you want just a great course for a PR without too many quad-killing declines and lots of scenic views (more scenic than the Vermont City!!), this is the race. It is a smallish race, which I expect will be a bit bigger next year for the 25th anniversary, but it is organized as if they have been doing this forever. |
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