The race is a fitting tribute to the Oklahoma City memorial. It started next to the memorial. The memorial aspect was also mentioned during the expo, with the memorial/survivor theme carried over to the pasta party (with a speech from a Columbine survivor), and signs along the course kept the theme going. The organization was terrific. Post-race entertainment was excellent. But the course was only so-so - few trees, little shade, long sections on major roads, etc. Maybe coming from the Northeast (hills, trees, variety) I have greater expectations. Run for the memories, organization, and great volunteer support - not the scenery.

This was my first marathon and it was truly a wonderful experience. Being able to run in honor of one of the victims of the bombing made the race that much more meaningful. The name of the child I ran in honor of will live with me forever. The volunteers were very supportive, in addition to the fans who thanked us as we ran by. My only complaint is that the race information said the course is "flat." I found it to be quite hilly, since I am from Florida. Overall I loved it.

I'm a WTC survivor and this is the second year I have come to Oklahoma City to show my support and gratitude for what the people of that fine city did for my city when we needed it most. (I ran the half-marathon 2 years now.) I have to say the whole event is incredible.

You're reminded right at the start what this race is for when we observe 168 seconds of silence for everyone killed in the Murrah Building. There are thousands of people on the street and you could literally hear a pin drop. Then the race begins.

It's obvious how important this race is for the people of OKC, as it seems that everybody comes out of their houses to cheer you on. The enthusiasm is really contagious and it carries you the whole way. The water stops are well-stocked and everything just seems well managed.

I can't say enough good things about this race and plan to be here again next year!

I just ran the half-marathon this year, but I got a PR, helped by the glorious weather (50s at the start) and the good support. I thought the expo was well-done, and the Memorial is always a moving experience.

This is my second time to run the OKC Marathon. It is very well organized, but what sets it apart are the volunteers. The volunteers are extremely friendly and supportive. There is also very good support from the spectators. I highly recommend this marathon. The only problems were that the time at mile 4 was off and the pre-race information said that GU would be available at mile 16 and it was not.

This was a wonderful marathon to run. The spectator attendance was low but the organization definitely made up for that. The water stops were located in the right places and they had plenty. The people working at the water stops were all very nice and worked very hard. The course was very scenic and included a nice run next to a lake. All in all I will look forward to running this marathon again. The city and its people were all very nice.

I'm 49 - just ran/walked the half-marathon. I loved the whole atmosphere, the support people, the neighborhoods that came out to support us and THANK US - it was humbling and inspiring.

WOW! This was my 4th marathon and this one out-classes Disney and Twin Cities by far. The entire city comes out to support the race. Even the police were cheering. There were 20 fluid stations, which made great for runners' needs, and they were well stocked. At the finish there was a TON of food and goodies. It's a must to tour the memorial. OKC: you are great. I will return. You people are great.

I would like to start this comment by saying that I ran the half-marathon last year (2005) and had a great time (I used the bus last year). The experience this year was very disappointing. I traveled from Kansas City, MO and stayed a hotel in the area of the Airport Marriott which was a pick-up point for the busses. I confirmed the pick-up at the time when I received my timing chip. My mother (who came from Texas) and both of my children were in the hotel lobby at 5:05. The first pick up was to be at 5:10, followed by subsequent pick-ups every 10 minutes after that. When the first bus did not arrive, the hotel front desk person got on the phone. He (Robert) did a great job trying to get a bus to our location. I finally arrived at the start line an hour after the start of the race. By this time I was so disappointed that I went to the finish line and had my chip cut off. The only thing I can say about this experience is that you should not depend on the transportation of the marathon committee.

Aside from the excellent organization of the marathon, one comes to recognize the significance of what this event commemorates: the Oklahoma City bombing. If you do this marathon, take the short time it takes to tour the museum - it is exceptionally well done. The marathon does a great job of taking advantage of Oklahoma City's more scenic neighborhoods and attractions (e.g., Lake Hefner, the capitol, assorted parks). Plentiful aid stations and terrific volunteers help make this an outstanding event. Very nice medal and an unusually nice finisher's t-shirt.