I can deal with little to no fan support, I can deal with a finisher's medal that doesn't even identify me as a "marathon finisher" as opposed to a 5K, 10K, or half-marathoner, but what I don't appreciate is an INACCURATE TIME CLOCK, and a race director who told me that "they had an issue with the timing equipment and would be calculating some of the runners' times MANUALLY." I inquired as to how he and they figured on doing this, but of course, no response - not even an apology. This is so very sad, and a huge disappointment for those of us who came out to do one thing - run for Boston. My spouse took a picture of me running across the finish line (confirmed by Garmin), and the race director and his team MANUALLY added 4 additional minutes to my time over and above what the actual time clock stated! How very nice of them to do so.

Check out the official "certified marathon results" and one can see for themselves the inconsistencies that occurred. One soul recorded 11-, 12- and 13-minute miles for the entire marathon, but a miracle took place on mile 21 when the runner logged close to 6:00, with the next consecutive miles at exactly 10:00 each.

Their website promises: Fast accurate results with splits, chip timing technology that will be used to count laps and show times, and announcements made telling participants how many laps they have completed. Here's what I received: inaccurate results, and laps called when you screamed at the guys huddled around the computer as you ran by. The race director and organizers sold an event that they could not deliver on, and should refund the entry fees to the runners affected by this mess. Who wants to run 26.2 miles and not have an accurate time, or miss a chance to qualify for Boston due to time tracking-issues? Advice to others: If you want an accurate time, then don't do it.

I read the past comments and decided to try it, against my better judgment. The course is terrible, with traffic open to it. You get about a two-foot wide swatch to stay in. I decided to quit after 13.1, as I was sorely disappointed. Not worth the time. Weather also sucked: with drizzle and freezing temps. An industrial park isn't my idea of scenery.

The LCFB enjoyed a growth spurt this year, with more folks participating in the 4 available races than in previous years. And with the staggered start to provide separation between the 5Kers and halfers from the 10Kers and 'thoners, the course handled the extra humanity quite well, without major logjams.

We also had the mildest temperatures this race as seen to date, although the rain was cold as the race got started. It ended and remained overcast all day, but it also warmed up and actually got comfortable for mid-February.

The "tambourine man" and lady at the 1/4 mile marker were as enthusiastic as could be. What a boost, when things aren't going as well as they could. The 3 honeys near 3/4 mile marker were also fired up and encouraging the whole time. All you guys were great, and we, the runners, really appreciate your enthusiasm.

The music selection was appropriate for the occasion, and I was fortunate to finish the final 50 meters to the opening strains of of one of my all time favorite performers, Meat Loaf. I actually broke into song as I finished, 'cause "2 Out of 3 Ain't Bad" does that to me. My apologies to anyone within earshot!!!!

The food was plentiful afterwards. No complaints there. Massages were also available. My calf needed one, so I took advantage of it.

There were plenty of familiar faces in attendance, along with a good mix of newcomers. A friendlier bunch you won't find. Keep this race going, Jeff. You have a winner here.

Can someone tell me why this thing was so much money? why was the marathon so much more than the other distances on the same course? Why was the medal so lame? Little compares to the 2008 Disney Marathon, but I am about to hang the little guy with a scarf upside down, 'cause I don't think it even looks right on the wall next to it. Why such confusion at the start? A Boston qualifier with such a loosey goosey start? What the heck? I've done it to say I can do it, and to boost up a level in the Marathon Maniacs, but honestly folks, Premier Racing needs to do something a little less lame next year.

I just wanted to say that the timing was readily resolved and my results (as well as my husband's) are now posted. I definitely agree with the poster below about the spectators - they were the best. I still think they should lower the cost for marathoners. Besides being out longer, what more do we cost the organization? There is no longer route to man. Overall though, I would recommend this race for someone who is looking for a winter run.

I ran this course yesterday and I am annoyed that for whatever reason my results are not posted, nor are my husband's. They also did not announce our laps unless they were asked. Overall the course was as advertised, but pricey. The medal and shirts are given to all finishers, so why is the marathon so expensive? We are all using the same course.

I just finished this marathon and would like to commend the event. It is a wonderful small marathon, and the people organizing and volunteering at it could not have been kinder and more dedicated. I am a slow runner, so I got to spend a loooong time on this course.

The spectators were few and far between, but a man and a woman standing by the 1/4 mile mark and a group of 3 ladies just past the 3/4 mile mark stayed almost the whole time in miserable rainy weather to cheer EVERYONE on, and they were INCREDIBLY enthusiastic. I don't know that any of the runners had as much energy as they exhibited! I have never seen such commitment from a small handful spectators and they were worth more than all the anonymous crowds in the world could ever be!

The volunteers working the fluid station were there from beginning to brutal end (quite a feat if you consider that at most marathons, a fluid station only has to stay as long as the last runner of that particular mile!) and were always ready with drinks. The race organizers were friendly and supportive, ready with a smile and a computer to help you keep track of the number of miles you'd completed and made sure there was TONS of food at the finish for even the last people coming over the line! What big race can say they do that for their runners?

While I thought it would be mentally tough running the same one mile loop 26.2 times, it was actually comforting to know in the later laps exactly where I was on the course and how far I had yet to go to reach another 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 and mile marker. Also, you see the same people loop after loop, and it's an excellent race in which to receive and give support to your fellow runners!

I could not recommend this race more. I thought this would be one to run only once, but I can't wait to go back next year!

I qualified for Boston here after failing by 20 minutes at Disney one month prior. I liked the cold weather and the one-mile loop. There are 26 chances for water or Gatorade and for spectators to see you running. I don't know that I'd run it again, but it is a great race for a fast time.

I wanted to run this marathon not as a BQ, but because I love to run in the cold weather. The sun and heat always seems to kill me towards the end of my marathons. I had no aspirations of a great time and almost bailed out because I didn't think I could handle 4-plus hours in single-degree weather. I decided to run simply as a challenge and to be able to say that I did it.

Very low-key, but organized well with nothing but the necessities. I thought the staggered start eliminated the early race congestion and was executed to perfection.

I did all my long training runs around a 1-mile loop so it wouldn't mess with my head on race day. Apparently it worked because I never hit the wall (and we've been very well acquainted in the past). Knowing exactly what was coming up in the later miles really seems to be a benefit. I ended up with a PR, much to my amazement. I guess I REALLY love running in the cold!

And one more thing... the Johnny Cash music at the beginning was my kind of music. It helped me stay warm and kept my mind off the fact that I had 20-some laps to go!

Great experience. I'd love to come back!

I did the 2-person relay at this race. I thought the one-mile loop was much less boring that I had anticipated, and the directors did a good job announcing everyone's laps. It is very flat and there is music playing the whole time. The shirts were nice and the post-race refreshments were good - hot pizza was a plus. The weather was really cold, but it is Ohio in February. If you can stand running in really cold weather, this is a good course for a PR because it is marked off every quarter mile and is perfectly flat. I just wish they would repeat it in the fall!