This was my first marathon and it was a great time. The course was mostly flat, well organized and lots of spectators along the way. I think I'm hooked on marathoning. I'm looking forward to my next one. I'll be back to Oklahoma City in 2003.

This was my first marathon and what a great and well organized event. The course was fairly flat with an small hill every now and then. The H20 and Powerade were plentiful. They had Gu and fruit to keep you energized. I didn't finish in front (4:40 chiptime), but when I got to the finish the crowds were cheering and my name and city were announced. As I crossed the finish line I was immediately asked if I was ok and directed to a young lady who hung a beautiful heavy finishers medal around my neck. The post race food and finishers tee-shirts were an added bonus. God Bless Oklahoma City. Dot congrats to you. I'll be back next year.

I drove over 1000 miles to get to this one and am extremely happy that I did. This was a first class event in all areas. The pre-race, course organization, aid stations, crowd support, post race food, shirt and medal were all very well done. I really enjoyed having the aid stations and mile markers staggered so there was something to look forward to every 1/2 mile. My wife and I found Oklahoma City to be very impressive and it has now displaced Austin as my 'place in the south to retire to.' If I had a friend that was just going to do one marathon, I would recommend that this be the one. 'Well done!' to all of the people who had a part in putting this one on.

I was completely blown away by the professionalism and organization of this event. The crowd support was amazing, and Oklahoma City makes the marathon a big deal. You can't go wrong with this one.

I have to give the OKC Memorial Marathon 5 stars all the way around. It's a great course - mostly flat with just the right amount of hills; extremely well organized & the spectators and volunteers were wonderful. Theer was so much water & Powerade on the course that I was sloshing! The volunteers were very enthusiastic and there were plenty of cops on the course to keep traffic at bay. The weather this year (2002) was about as close to perfect as it could get. This one is a Must Do. And the Memorial to bombing victims is a Must See. The marathon starts at the memorial & it is very stunning in the early morning light. An awesome medal, 2 t-shirts (including a finishers shirt) & lots of finish line goodies - Do this one next year!!!

I ran the 2 man relay with my brother. I didn't get to see the first half of the course but the second half of the course was beautiful. Perfect weather. Well organized race. My only complaint was the porta-johns were late arriving at the halfway point. A huge thanks go to Albertson's grocery store for letting all the runners use their bathroom. The people of OKC were incredible. They all seemed to go out of their way to make everybody feel welcome. Great aid stations and lots of them. Lots of good food after the race. Thanks OKC for a job well done!

This was one of the best marathons I've run. Great organization. The water and aid stations were abundant and efficient. Beautiful course. The spectators were inspiring. The only negatives - not nearly enough port a potties and too many particpants in the relays. The reason for the marathon - the memorial to the OKC bombing victims puts it all in perspective. This marathon should be on everyone's list.

I have completed 8 marathons to date. Some marathons with years of history for their event. The Oklahoma City Marathon event committee has done their homework on how to put on a marathon. In just their second year, everything seemed to go like clock work. Race started on time, volunteers all over, great police protection at intersections, community out in front of their houses cheering people on, great water stops, race clock every mile (or is seemed) and finally the finish line staff poised and ready for any runner having problems. This marathon is a must do. Great job OCK Marathon team!!!!

I ran this marathon in 2001 and walked it in 2002. As an OKC resident, I am proud of this race. The most impressive thing about this race is the enthusiasm and helpfulness of all the volunteers. And walkers, I can assure you that the support will stay until you are finished! While walking the course, I met up with two out of town runners. They asked, 'When do you think they will shut down the course?' and I was very proud to respond 'They won't - not until the very last person has finished.' They were amazed! The race is great, and the course changes were an improvement over last year. Need to get a few more spectators, but those that are there sure are enthusiastic!

Anyone desiring a great marathon experience would be crazy to pass up Oklahoma City. They had plenty of volunteers, great aid stations, beautiful urban scenery, and a challenging course. This marathon was a first class production all the way through. You may not run a PR, but you will be inspired by the OKC Memorial and the friendly people of Oklahoma City.