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Blackpool Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.0 
Organization 3.2 
Spectators 3.0
Number of comments: 28 [displaying comments 11 to 21]
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paula wynters from manchester england
(7/31/2006)
 "The second time I ran this race" (about: 2006)
2 previous marathons
| 2 Blackpool Marathons
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I ran this marathon last year and it was my first marathon, and I am pleased that I ran it again this year as I thought that all of the organization was much improved. My only comment was that I was not looking forward to running to Bispham twice, as I did this for the half marathon in Feb. this year, and it was challenging (I thought). Last year we ran to St. Anne's, and I thought that was best as we only ran the course once, which I thought psychologically was better. The day was great!!!! | |
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W. C. from Birningham
(6/5/2006)
 "Lack of water and late start time" (about: 2006)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Blackpool Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 1 FANS: 3 Half Marathon Comments: A late start, the race started at 9:30 a.m. instead of 9 a.m. due to one of the water supply vehicles breaking down before the race. There was a lack of water stations and some of them ran out of water. Lack of water + Hot sunny day = A difficult run. On a positive note, the course was flat and the surroundings nice. | |
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paula wynters from stockport
(7/27/2005)
 "great first race" (about: 2005)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Blackpool Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 Fab first marathon. The delayed start got me edgy, the heat was difficult and the lack of energy drinks made it difficult for me as a first-timer. All that said, I thought it was great. I will be back! | |
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A. C. from Newcastle, England
(7/11/2005)
"Who drank all the water?" (about: 2005)
First Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 2 FANS: 2 A late start, and marshalls who were bussed in and obviously didn't care about the race made a poor first impression. After about 5 miles it was evident that there where going to be problems with water due presumably to the unexpected heat. At 12 miles, the marathon runners where becoming anxious as it became apparent that the much needed water stations where dry. Many like myself resorted to picking up discarded bottles for any left over fluids as heat stroke became a real threat. The was one isotonic drink provided, but my fuel plans had relied on more, as promised in the programme. On a positive note, the course was flat and it was pleasant up by Fairhaven and St. Anne's. The last 6 miles where psychologically difficult as they involve running past and 3 miles away from the finish, before returning for the final run in. This was my first marathon, and it hasn't put me off! Next year I'll be back. | |
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L. m. from UK
(6/25/2005)
 "Lack of water and late start time" (about: 2005)
6-10 previous marathons
COURSE: 2 ORGANIZATION: 1 FANS: 2 Full Marathon Comments: The race was supposed to begin at 0830, but didn't start until over an hour later. The water stations were 3 miles apart, and between two of the stations, they ran out of water. People were stopping to buy water along the beach route because of the heat. | |
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C. H. from Blackpool, England
(6/24/2005)
 "Sun-drenched, thirsty course" (about: 2005)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Blackpool Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 4 Great day. I ran in the half marathon - a shame about the delay at the start. There was no water left at the first water station, but plenty at all the others. Really enjoyed the experience and 'WILL BE BACK' next year. | |
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Negara Khatun from Yorkshire
(6/22/2005)
"very poorly looked after" (about: 2005)
First Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 1 FANS: 3 My first marathon. No water for miles, late start and lack of marshals. I hope the organizers take a lesson and better themselves for next year, or runners like me will not be back... | |
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nigel barlow from bolton, lancs
(6/22/2005)
 "fantastic day out" (about: 2000)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Blackpool Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 As the winner of the first Blackpool Marathon, I find the comments for the 2005 race very sad. Over 2000 runners in the first race, and under 900 (mostly unhappy) in 2005? What went wrong Blackpool? | |
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S. M. from Leeds
(6/21/2005)
"wasted opportunity" (about: 2005)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Blackpool Marathon
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 1 FANS: 3 Same as many others - poor organization all round. Lack of drink stops, and having no energy drinks at all between 5 and 15 miles was disgraceful and possibly dangerous. Poor finish too - no shade, no offers of help. | |
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S. M. from Sheffield,UK
(6/21/2005)
"A Bad Year for Blackpool" (about: 2005)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Blackpool Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 1 FANS: 2 I can confirm the other comments, late start, lack of water, etc. Spectators mostly great but spoiled by a few individuals who amused themselves by shouting abuse at runners, something I've never experienced before. Signage for the car parking was rubbish as well, took me straight into a dead end & I had to park some 2m from the start. Nice flat course though - great potential if the organizers can get their act together... |
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