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Pine Line Trail Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.2 
Organization 3.8 
Spectators 2.9
Number of comments: 40 [displaying comments 31 to 40]
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A. G. from Edgerton, Wisconsin
(4/25/2005)
 "Great small town event." (about: 2005)
11-50 previous marathons
| 2 Pine Line Trail Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 Another good experience in Medford. This marathon is on excellent surface and runs out and back. Very few spectators due to remote setting and trail. Not many frills, but well organized. Weather can be tricky this time of year in central Wisconsin, so be prepared. No medals, but none are promised. I have run these twice and will be back. | |
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C. J. from Wisconsin
(4/24/2005)
"Small race but well done." (about: 2005)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Pine Line Trail Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 1 I enjoyed this race, despite fierce headwinds & cold temperatures for the first 13 miles. The trail had a very nice surface, which is much easier on your body. I had less soreness the next day than I typically do after a marathon. I had one of my better times too, and that was probably due to the exceptionally flat/fast course. The miles are well marked, except some blew away in the strong wind. My only criticism would be that they do not have enough water stops, otherwise, a great race. I really liked receiving the ceramic mug vs. a finishing medal and a hooded sweatshirt vs. a t-shirt! The awards included a railroad spike which was kind of neat. Afterwards, they had pizza. This is a very small marathon so don't expect any spectators, but I would definitely recommend it if you don't like all the hassles of the big marathon. | |
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C. R. from WISCONSIN
(2/27/2005)
 "RUNNING 26.2 MILES MERITS A MEDAL... NOT A MUG!!" (about: 2005)
3 previous marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 Award medals; not mugs. | |
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J. M. from Eau Claire WI
(12/21/2004)
"This marathon is excellent for first-timers" (about: 2003)
3 previous marathons
| 2 Pine Line Trail Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 I would suggest runnning this marathon. It would be great for first-time runners. Very flat and marked well. | |
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C. F. from Kerrick, MN
(11/28/2004)
"Won't Be Back!!" (about: 2004)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Pine Line Trail Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 2 FANS: 5 After driving most of the night to get there, it was very disappointing to find ourselves driving even farther to have breakfast as there were no restaurants open in the area. Then at the 1/2 marathon race, to have the truck crew come along and tell us that our time won't count even though they were asked if walkers were welcome and told us yes, we were very welcome. Well it sure didn't feel that way after we started the race. Thanks to the other participants and volunteers at the road crossings who were very supportive and showed great spirit. | |
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A. S. from San Francisco, California
(9/6/2004)
 "26.2 miles of peaceful bliss" (about: 2004)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Pine Line Trail Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Coming from California I was unprepared for the freezing cold but the overall experience definitely made up for it. I didn't mind running on the trail since the impact was a little softer but I think I got a few more blisters though. The volunteers at the intersections blocking traffic did a great job cheering, as did the volunteers at the aid stations. Since there are not a lot of spectators every little cheer helps. Each mile was marked off and that helped tremendously. I don't get much of a chance running out in the country and I have to say that it was such a peaceful experience. It truly was a positive experience and I think I'll run smaller marathons more often. Thanks for the hospitality Medford! | |
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D. S. from Green Bay, WI
(4/28/2003)
"beware of the gravel" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Thanks to all of the organizers and volunteers! Nice rural setting but beware of the 20 miles of gravel, which will have your feet screaming. | |
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Satisfied Runner from Twin Cities, MN
(4/27/2003)
 "Overall I'm very satisfied (2003)" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 1 Just a beautiful course! Flat, crushed stone trail, scenic. The weather was perfect this year though I heard some stories from other years that indicate that you can never be sure at this time of year in this part of the country. Organization was minimal. It was adequate but really nothing extra. It was obviously run on a shoestring. But that's how they get by with only charging $25! So I'd say it was worth it, though it would also be worth $5 more for a few more amenities. [such as? well, perhaps ... 1 more water stop, finisher medals, Friday packet pickup]. Spectators ... well there basically aren't any. A few folks who came out for a specific runner, the volunteers, and relay team members basically comprise the whole crowd. For most of the course you just don't see anyone but other runners. I didn't mind this, but if it's important to you then you might mind. This was my 10th marathon in 20 months. | |
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A Runner from green bay
(7/8/2002)
"Flat with solitude" (about: 2002)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Nice small town atmospere. Enough waterstops. Beware of spring weather in Wisconsin(snowstorms). Soft surface but push-off of stride reduced due to gravel on this flat out and back course. If you train alone the solitude in the last miles won't bother you and the trail is scenic. | |
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A Runner from Marshfield, Wisconsin
(2/23/2001)
"Flat, scenic and friendly!" (about: 2000)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 The Pine Line is a small, low key and friendly event. About 100 runners participate in the full marathon, with more people involved in the relays, 10k race, etc. The course is excellent: It's a smooth gravel recreational trail that winds through the scenic northwoods of Wisconsin. The aid station and other volunteers are great, the transportation convenient and the whole event generally comes off well. The last few miles can get a bit lonely due to the small field, though. All in all, it's an excellent event. |
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