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Frederick Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 3.9 
Organization 4.2 
Spectators 3.8
Number of comments: 116 [displaying comments 91 to 101]
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R. B. from Virginia
(5/26/2005)
 "Great race if you like a lot of rolling hills." (about: 2005)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Frederick Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I enjoyed the course; it is very scenic, even though there were a lot of rolling hills. As you go out past mile 17, it is just you and the elements with very little support. The race director and the volunteers were OUTSTANDING - nice touch finishing in the ball park with the crowed to cheer you across the finish line. I agree with an earlier comment that the use of a sign for packet pick-up and a separate location for the 5K sign-ups and pick-up would shorten the lines, and people wouldn't waste time standing in the wrong line. I will run this again next year, and add more hills to my training. The only reason I gave the course 4 stars is because the race application states FLAT & FAST. If your not from the Frederick area, those are HILLS. | |
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John Grieco from Bedminster, NJ
(5/6/2005)
 "Well-organized and charming" (about: 2005)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Frederick Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Even though this was only the third iteration, everything was organized. There was a friendly, charming feel to the race lent to by the vocal group singing at the start - a nice touch! The course was not flat, though I live and train in similar terrain so that didn't bother me. The wind affected me a bit and doesn't usually, so I'm not sure if it was stronger than normal or if it was because of the nagging calf cramps I experienced. There were plenty of port-a-johns, plenty of water and Gatorade, and the post-race spread was nice. The only suggestion I have is to put signs above the registration tables for the appropriate queue, to alleviate some confusion as to which line is for what function. | |
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K. S. from Pittsburgh, PA
(5/2/2005)
"Very enjoyable weekend" (about: 2005)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Frederick Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This race was a great experience! My friend and I came down from Pittsburgh for the weekend. She ran the twilight 5k the night before, and I an the marathon. The 5k was folowed by fireworks at the Harry Grove Stadium, a minor league ballpark. Both races start at the parking lot and end on the field. We watched each other race, and both races were spectator-friendly, with many easy-to-get-to spots. The weather for the marathon was great - 60's with some refreshing wind. There were about 500 runners, plus MANY relay racers... the race includes both a 2- and 4-person relay. I was always surrounded by lots of people, but not so many that it caused me to have to change my pace or weave at any point. One caveat to anyone looking for a PR... THIS IS NOT A FLAT COURSE. It wasn't too hard, but had more rolling hills than any of the 6 other courses I have run. The aid stations and volunteers were excellent. The course was interesting. My only complaint was that I got to the expo about an hour before it was over, and many of the vendors, etc. had already packed up. We will be back for sure, though. GREAT JOB ORGANIZERS!!! | |
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S. L. from Marlton, NJ
(5/1/2005)
"Good course, supportive fans - but windy!!" (about: 2005)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Frederick Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I didn't think the hills were too bad, but the wind, particularly at mile 25 was a killer. Fans and organization were great. Many thanks, as well, to the local police. | |
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S. S. from Pennsylvania
(5/1/2005)
"Overall, very nice event" (about: 2005)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Frederick Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 Very nice marathon. The aid stations, crowd support, and run were nice. Running through downtown was a great view. The only downside to the event was that I feel you might want to hesitate about calling it a 'flat course.' I must have run up 50 hills, albeit, not all big, but not much level terrain for the entire run. At the aid stations, a suggestion is to eliminate the plastic cups for the water and use a paper cup that one can fold, like the Gatorade ones, which would make for easier drinking while running. The wind this year was a fierce adversary as well. Thank you, Frederick, for an enjoyable event. I plan on being back in the future. | |
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J. S. from Frederick, Maryland
(4/22/2005)
 "Excellent Small-Town Marathon!" (about: 2003)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Frederick Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Great race in a great town! March start changed after several inches of snow to May. I will volunteer in '05. Smooth operation and fantastic support. Great tree-lined downtown and residential neighborhoods. Easy packet pickup. Will run in '06. | |
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Deb Dunbar from New Market, MD
(9/17/2004)
"Friendly smallish race" (about: 2004)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Frederick Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 Packet pick-up and race day chip pick-up went surprisingly fast. Very efficient organization. Police and crowd support were awesome, although the last half of the race left the city and support was sparse. Just when you need it too! I live here and should have known that it wouldn't be 'flat'. The city part of the run was flat by my standards but around mile 19 when the course meandered out in the country things became 'rolling hills'. This plus the lack of crowd support at the tail end of the marathon are my only complaints. | |
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James Haun from Strasburg, Pennsylvania
(6/26/2004)
"One great event! Thanks. My first. A real joy." (about: 2004)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Frederick Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I went to Frederick because I was looking for a marathon and it fit my schedule. What a blessing! It was a nice sized field of runners. The course through the town was beautiful, although the haziness of the day did not do it justice. The police did a great job and the fans had spirit. All the volunteers were wonderful, and the goodies at the end were much appreciated. Met a lot of great folks, and my son enjoyed the 5K. All this, and Barbara Fritchie too! | |
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sutah robins from jersey shore
(5/13/2004)
 "Not too interesting" (about: 2004)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Frederick Marathon
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 1 Thought the course was cake to run. Did not notice any hills. Gave my shoes to the guy at mile marker 20 and ran the last six miles barefoot. Kind of a boring race. Loved the weather. No place in town to party before the race. | |
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P. R. from Pennsylvania
(5/5/2004)
"Very Good Race" (about: 2004)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Frederick Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 Unlike last year's cold and snow, this year was hot and humid - not unexpected for early May. It's a good course, but this is not a race for people who expect a marathon to be flat or downhill for 26+ miles. I guess it's a matter of taste, but a Krispy Kreme donut definitely did not sit well on my stomach after drinking Gatorade throughout the race. |
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