In general, the Toronto Waterfront Marathon is a very good race for a first time marathoner or for anyone who is trying to qualify for Boston. The course is 95% flat with maybe one or two freeway overpasses that serve as hills. There were few spectators along the course; however, the few that were there were very encouraging. There were adequate aid stations stocked with water and Gatorade along the course. However, there were no Port-a-Potties along the way. Moreover, I did not notice anyone handing out oranges or vaseline (although I believe one aid station did have bananas). The expo was very small and the food at the end of the race was limited. (bagels, yogurt, gatorade, and bananas). The finisher's medal and the marathon T-shirts were not great either. Overall though, the race was well organized and the volunteers were wonderful. I had no problem picking up my race packet, championchip, or getting directions. I would definitely recommend this marathon to anyone who wants a fast 'stress-free' course. I shaved 45 minutes off of my previous marathon! Plus, Toronto is a GREAT city to visit and Canadians are some of the nicest people that you can meet.

Not enough fans cheering on the runners. Although it was nice not having to contend with traffic as the roads were blocked off. I thought the expo was very well organized with ample food, bagels, bananas, pudding, as much as you wanted. I paid to race not to eat. I had a great time and look forward to it next year

2000 was the first year this marathon was run. The course is flat, containing 3 out and back legs. The route goes along the waterfront which is very scenic. The organization was good, running alongside the more popular 1/2 marathon.

If you're looking for a fast time this is a good course. (They should have timing mats at the turn around points as there is lots of opportunity to take a short cut if you wanted.) No problems with the traffic as the main roads are completely closed off.

Maybe next time they could drain the puddles on the road (Leslie Spit) so you don't have to run through them. They may consider having Vaseline or Tiger Balm on the course to assist the runners who are in need. The food was poor at the end consisting of bagels and bananas, water and Gatorade (as if you hadn't had enough at the end of the race) plus some pudding at the other end of the expo.

Of the few spectators that were there, they were great.

Overall it is a good flat course. I'm sure that this will become more popular in the future.