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.

Ogden delivers a fantastic race experience. The course is spectacular - beautiful and fast. Organization was excellent. I appreciated the accurate mile markers and frequent, well-stocked aid stations. Volunteers were very enthusiastic, and while the course doesn't logistically allow for spectators at many points, the beauty of this course more than makes up for this. I expected a lot from this race, flying in from Canada and looking for a BQ, and I was not disappointed. I will be back.

I ran the full the past 2 years and the 1/2 this year! AWESOME, AWESOME, AWESOME. Minor complaints: bus leaves way too early. There's no need to wait for 1.5 hours in the cold and dark before the race starts. And the shirt this year was HORRIBLE. I will continue to do full or 1/2 every year, though. Love it.

Love the course; I doubt there's a prettier course in the world to run a marathon on. I didn't like the cars on the course, especially around the reservoir where they seemed to be un-escorted. The escorted cars in the lower canyon were fine, though. The volunteers and the organization were top-notch! I'll be back to run it again next year!

It was an awesome course. I only wish they had started a bit earlier in the morning. I am wondering if I'm the only one who overheated. After about mile 22, and even though it was downhill, I just couldn't cool down! It was hot for this time of year. This was my 5th marathon. The aid stations were plentiful and the they had slices of orange (with other treats) that were a great pick-me-up. I'll be back to run it in cooler temps if the weather cooperates.