This was one of the most positive and fun experiences in my whole life. I was smiling all the time.

It was incredible. I did the early start so it was dark when I started @ 6:15. There were so many beautiful things to see: I saw the sun come up over the lake, a solitary swan in the harbour, the Leslie Spit and amazing choreography where the marathoners coming north and turning east at Lakeshore under the Gardiner met thousands of 5K?ers were running south and turning west at the Lakeshore ? separated only by the low guardrail and egged on by very loud drum music. It was breathtaking (except that there was a severe shortage of breath on my part by that time!)

Thank you to the organizers and volunteers who made it possible for me to fulfill my goal of running a marathon. I ran the half a few years ago and knew my first full would be with you. I was blown away at how much bigger the event has grown since 2000. It was great then and it was even better now.

I enjoyed every moment of my first marathon. I finished a 'strong' 5:02 with the early-birds. (Thank you for the early start! It was a friendly, relaxing and fun way to start. I'll always recommend this option to my fellow plodders).

I truly appreciate not only my efforts but the collective efforts of such a dedicated group of people. Stellor organization + enthusiastic volunteers + terrific crowd support + the happy spirits of the 'early birds' = a wonderful experience. Standouts include the passionate music encouraging my legs to keep going; the crowds of specators by the Leslie Spit, the Beaches and during the final 8 km to the end; and, most of all, the kids manning the water stations who were so eager to help and support the runners. Shout out to the kids between Tommy Thomspon and the Beaches - they rocked!). Thanks for keeping us safe, protected and motivated: I'll definitely be back again!

Sincerely,
Vida Collis

From start to finish, I was so pleased about this race! The weather, the course, the organization! Everything was super! Thank you Toronto for my personal best time!!

I couldn't believe that this marathon had nearly twice the participation of last year. There was no queuing for anything. I have never experienced that before. Well done!

First time for this run. Found the start a bit confusing. More speakers around the crowd and not just the front would help.

I can't wait to start training for the full.

I ran the half marathon today. I want to thank the 1:45 pace bunny who turned around before the finish and encouraged me to run faster so that I could complete before 1:45. I did it in 1:43, chip time.
Thanks to the Pace Bunny.

This course was wonderful! Three opportunities to cross the lead runners as they sped along. The spit near the end was an opportunity to escape the crowds and enter into a runners only world where inspiration flowed from the other runners like the water surrounding us. A perfect marathon for first timers, Boston hopefuls, and veterans to the sport!!

The STWM was the most exciting and emotional race I have ever done in my life. The runners were great and the spectators offered nothing but encouragement. I just wish there were more spectators.