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May 5, 2024

Tecumseh Trail Marathon Runner Comments

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Course 4.8

Organization 4.6

Spectators 3.5

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T. W. from Rockford, IL (2/16/2009) "Excellent" (about: 2008) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Tecumseh Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was my 11th marathon and one of my favorites. Tough course? You bet; that's what makes this race stand out from so many other marathons. I will be back in 2009 to run the race with the group from Rockford, IL.
Tanya Eggert from Machesney Park, Illinois (1/4/2009) "It was a challenging but fun marathon!" (about: 2008) 1 previous marathon \| 1 Tecumseh Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 What a wonderful first marathon! The aid stations were packed with food and very nice people. My thanks to all of you that stood out in the cold/windy weather just to help out. This race was very organized! See everyone next year!
A. N. from Music City (12/19/2008) "Do this if you can" (about: 2008) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Tecumseh Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 First and most important, the volunteers were really excellent and stood out in some pretty nasty weather to take care of us runners. A lot to ask of them and they were there to cheer us on. Also, cheers to the spectators - all three of them. Don't do this one for the rush of the crowd, as there is none. But that is not the point on a trail marathon. Great trail, tough, and a real challenge. By all means do this one if you can and want to run a trail. Organization is really top-notch. Unless you are one of the leaders, be ready to walk up many of the hills. Unfortunately you can get stuck in a pack and can't pass people on the terrain (not that I was always looking to do so). Plus, with the snow we had, you can't put your foot into the snow not knowing what you are stepping on or into such as a root or hole. While I hate to critique a sponsor of the race, the Summerhouse Inn was a bit of a disappointment. I was an out-of-towner, so I stayed for two nights. While the staff is very accommodating, the room I had was a bit tough. All in all, it did the job and was basically clean, but check out your other options, too. Otherwise, do this race, enjoy it, and try to look up once in a while to enjoy the surroundings.
Rick Bechtel from Medina, Ohio (12/17/2008) "best running experience of my life" (about: 2008) 4-5 previous marathons \| 1 Tecumseh Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I have been running for 30 years now and this race was without question the most enjoyable race that I have ever run. In the same breath I can tell you that it was the most physically demanding thing that I have ever done. The organization, course, and volunteers were all fantastic and made it well worth the 6-hour drive I made to get there. I will definitely be back.
K. C. from Iowa (12/17/2008) "Fun!" (about: 2008) 4-5 previous marathons \| 1 Tecumseh Trail Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 This was my fourth marathon and first one on a trail, and it was by far the most fun! This is why I run: to be part of the elements and the challenges they give you! The aid stations were great, the other runners were great, and I hope to be back next year a little more surefooted!
G. H. from USA (12/15/2008) "Please, sir, can I have some more?" (about: 2008) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Tecumseh Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 Fantastic. The course is beautiful, and the snow/ice this made it spectacular. It's hard and will kick your ass, but if you like trail running and aren't afraid of a challenge this could be a race for you. Just remember - pain is weakness leaving the body. The organization is very good - my only comment is that the food at the finish line was limited and there was not enough hot stuff. Buses to the start were late as well, which could not be helped because of the weather; but the early arrivals were shuttled off the buses and out to the start, where we had to wait 20 or so minutes (it was in the teens) before the start, which was late. Volunteers were fantastic, and aid stations throughout the course were plentiful and more typical of what you'd see at an ultra, not a marathon. Very impressive. Crowds were sparse, but in my opinion that is preferable - you get to enjoy your running and appreciate surroundings in a way that is not possible in one of the big road marathons. I also disagree about a prior posters comment that you need to run with a buddy. Sure, you could slip and need help getting out, but that's true for ANY trail run. There are so many people running this race that if you do go down and hurt yourself, it won't be long (I'd say less than 1 minute) until someone else happens by. And the organizers did a nice job of putting up some rope pulls at a couple of the really icy parts. This is going to be annual event for me. It really is the best non-ultra I've ever run.
T. M. from NW Indiana (12/12/2008) "Tough course but great race." (about: 2008) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Tecumseh Trail Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 This was my sixth marathon and first Tecumseh Trail Marathon. I had heard a lot about this race, particularly how tough it was, and it certainly lived up to what I had heard. For a flat-lander like myself, the hills were certainly challenging and the snow/ice didn't help. However, there were several long stretches running on more level ground that were absolutely wonderful to run. The course is beautiful, the organization is excellent, and the water/food stations and volunteers were fantastic.
J. R. from Indianapolis (12/12/2008) "Great day in the snowy woods" (about: 2008) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Tecumseh Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 1 This one separates the treadmill runners from the mud-between-your-toes crowd. If you can't get enough hilly single track, creek crossings, snow and ice, this one is perfect! The organizers and volunteers are great. The course is a toughie. That's why trail runners love it. Thanks, DINO folks!
John Kearsing from Dekalb, Illinois (12/10/2008) "Great" (about: 2008) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Tecumseh Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 I can't argue with any of these comments. Tecumseh is so cool. It made me fall back in love with running. My buddy did it as his first marathon. Don't be scared of this one. While it is challenging, it goes at a much slower pace than a typical asphalt marathon, and to me, this was easier on my body than any of my last 6 marathons. I even added 2 miles at the end to reel my buddy back in. I took a camera and shot some video that tells the story pretty well.
J. M. from Chicago, IL (12/9/2008) "Snowy, Cold, Wonderful" (about: 2008) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Tecumseh Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The race started about 15 minutes late, which meant that we were standing around a bit in the 18-degree temps and the snow, but once the race got started I loved every minute of it. The course is beautiful, and the other runners were a joy to run with. The path was slippery because of the ice and snow, so footing was an issue this year. The aid stations are amazing - cookies, bananas, even hot chocolate was served on the course. I've run big-city marathons, trail marathons, and small-town marathons; this one is my favorite. Everyone should try it. The hills are a challenge (everyone walks up them), there are no real fans on the course (the horses and the aid station people are wonderful), but the sense of accomplishment is unparalleled. Oh! And the post-race soup and sandwiches are great. Excellent attention to detail from the organizers all around.

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