I finished the half this morning. The first part of the course through the canyon was amazing - beautiful, complete with two waterfalls. Once out of the canyon, we were moved onto a city parkway (narrow paths that run along the Ogden River). I hated this part - I felt claustrophobic and restricted. Support was awesome, though, and there was plenty of water, PowerAde, GU, fruit and cheering. The finish line was great and the volunteers were amazing. I think I will be back - now that I know how long that parkway lasts....

This is one of the best races in the country. Great organization, ample aid stations, wonderful crowd, and an absolutely spectacular course!

The Ogden Marathon was a great experience. It was easy to pick up your packet at the expo, and there were plenty of vendors. The support staff was the best of any marathon I have run, and each aid station was fun and upbeat. Ogden was a very pretty marathon, but I am from Colorado!

This was my second time running the course. Since the weather is generally colder when we're training for this marathon, I think it needs to start earlier; the heat at the end killed my time. But overall, another good experience this year! I'll be back again next year for the half (having a baby in March!).

This was an amazing experience; I've been through the course area before, but running it in the morning was stunning. The organization was phenomenal, traffic control was good, and the runners were friendly. I've run a few other routes (marathons and half marathons), and this is my favorite by far.

Adjusting the start time 30 minutes sooner would be nice for temperatures in the city....

Although St. George receives all the hype as the premier marathon in Utah, Ogden is every bit as well-organized and the course is just as spectacular (alpine vs. red rock scenery). Keep in mind, St. George has been in the marathon business for 32 years, whereas the Ogden Marathon is only 6 years-old - and they are doing a fantastic job! To anyone considering the 2009 Ogden Marathon, sign up early because this race sells out earlier every year.

To those complaining about the cold at the start line, keep in mind that you are in the mountains where temps are much cooler. Two years ago, we stood in a light layer of snow at the start line. Be sure to dress warm and utilize the bag drop. It's a small price to pay for running in the mountains.

Having Jeff Galloway at the expo was great!

One suggestion: I would like to see a start time of 6:30 or even 6:45 a.m. to beat the heat.

Thanks, Ogden; you did a fantastic job! I'll be back next year.

I had not heard anything about this marathon before signing up and came in with no expectations. This is a great course with exceptional organization. Plenty of aid stations with enthusiastic volunteers. The scenery and landscape are incredible. If you are looking to run a scenic, fast course with an eye towards a P.R. this is the course to run. Other than the start, which was a bit chilly, the temperature throughout the race is mild. The course has a net elevation loss of over a 1000 feet with most coming as a welcome relief in the second half of the marathon. I would recommend this race to anyone without hesitation!

This a beautiful gem of a marathon. I almost stumbled a few times because I was busy looking at the awesome scenery along the course. A mainly downhill course with one short exception at mile 14. The organization was great, the volunteers were fantastic, and the fans, while sparse except at the end, were extremely enthusiastic. I'm just glad this wasn't the first marathon I ran. All of the others would have been a disappointment. Great job, Ogden!!!

A PR course (over half of the course is downhill); one of the most scenic courses (through canyons, along mountain streams); a well organized marathon; plenty of port-a-jons; campfires at the start to keep warm; great medal; excellent hi-tech t-shirt - what more could one ask for? They even gather up clothing discarded along the course that you can reclaim at the finish. Fabulous concert the evening after the marathon. Everything was done exceptionally well.

I just moved to Ogden, so I felt compelled to run this course. I am so glad I did, and am proud to now call this my hometown marathon.

This was my 4th marathon and my favorite so far. The aid stations were frequent and well stocked with Gu, fruit, and candy. The gradual downhill was great, especially the last 3 miles being downhill are helpful. Organization was excellent!! Quick packet pick-up, and only a short wait to get on the bus in the morning. I switched from the 1/2 to the full marathon during the last 2 weeks and my e-mails were quickly returned by the race director, Kristin. Great job! I'll be sure to register early for next year's; I can see it filling more quickly every year as word spreads of how excellent this race is.