The course is beautiful, the volunteers are amazing... the only thing I would change is the fact that my ankle quit on me at 15 miles. Rather than the humiliating experience I've always imagined dropping out of a race to be, the volunteers and sherrif at mile 15 made quitting almost enjoyable... I'll be off of the road for awhile but once I recover, Ogden will be my must run race every year. Thank you!

This race is well organized. It was a little chilly at the start but warmed up quickly. The course basically has 3 sections. The first part is up the canyon above Pineview Reservoir. It is generally downhill, and very scenic. Then you hit a section that gently roles through a bucolic setting around the reservoir. At about miles 14 to 16 you hit a few hills traveling around the west side of Pineview Reservoir. After you cross the dam, you've pretty much made it. The third section follows the Ogden River into town. It is very scenic. The last mile or so comes down Grant St. There are lots of spectators in this final section. The finish line had a decent array of snacks. You got a nice medal and a good high-tec fabric shirt. I've run it twice before and it is becoming one of my favorites.

What can I say? Everything about the race was great. The course, the frequent aid stations, the announcer and marching band at the finish, and the incredible course. This race will be one that I run again.

Others have summed up the many positives about this race: Great organization all around, efficient expo, easy ride to the start, gorgeous course, ample water stations, sharp medal, best race shirt so far, organized finish area.

It looks like the word is out on this race as it maxed out prior to the race. If you plan on coming next year, don't wait to sign up until the last minute! If you do run it, you won't be sorry!!

This was the most awesome and beautiful run I have ever done. The Ogden Canyon was cool, and it felt great to run down next to the river!!!!!!!

As most other comments have stated, the Ogden Marathon is a great race. This was my second year running it and I was extremely impressed with the organization and how smooth the race went. I think it's one of the most beautiful courses to run.

My only issue was the high price of later entrance ($125 was shocking)!

Overall, the Ogden Marathon is definitely one to do!

1. Gorgeous course! I'll trade spectators for the view of the snowcapped Rocky Mountains anytime! The major decline comes in last half, where it's most useful. The only city street you run on is over the last half-mile. It was a little warm this year but there was enough shade on the course to make the weather a non-issue for me.

2. Friendly volunteers and hard working organizers. In 2007, some local idiots tipped over some port-a-potties and stole some of the bottled water the night before, but the organizers still pulled off a great race.

3. Small expo, but a very nice-looking, long-sleeve, performance shirt. No sponsored pasta dinner but plenty of local resturants to choose from.

4. I'd make this the one marathon to run in Utah, although The Top of Utah and Park City are excellent marathons as well.

The only thing that hasn't improved about the Ogden Marathon is the scenery - but then you just can't improve perfection.

The trail underpass for Washington Blvd., the announcer at the finish line getting EVERYBODY'S name, the theme aide stations, and the "fruit buffet" at The Oaks all helped to make this a great run.

This the best run in the state. Well organized great support and terriffic cowbelling! The organizers have listened to people and the shirt and medal have gotten better every year. Keep up the good work!

This was my third Ogden Marathon, and I have loved all three. The course is beautiful, and I like the general layout: downhill for 8 miles, rolling for 10 miles, and then mostly downhill to the finish. It can be a difficult course, but good times are possible if you run it right.

What impressed me most about this 2007 race was the sheer number of aid stations. Wow! It was a warm day, but the stations were frequent and full of goodies and loud, cheering volunteers. The crowd at the finish lines was also very loud, and the MC did a fantastic job announcing runners, egging them in, and pumping up the crowd.

The race shirts were very nice, a red and gray NordicTrak long-sleeve tech shirt with a very sharp logo. Finisher's medals were unique, among the best I've seen. Awards went three-deep in each age group, and were very, very nice plaques - again, among the best I've seen.

Busing to the start was easy, and the race started on time. Highly recommended. Good job, Ogden!