I thought the 3 loop course would drive me crazy but I found something comforting about being in a strange place but having a familiar run. I would have rated the course higher if it had not been for the traffic...and the 2 loops on the track, I hate track on a normal day! The spectators were few and far between but EXCELLENT when you came upon them! I thought the race was well organized. The post race food...5 stars! Never had lobster after a race, I now highly recommend it! The chowder was also awesome! Great JOB RI!

Danny,
Thank you for organizing RI's only marathon. Thanks for locating the marathon course near the coast and Newport. A special thanks to all of the volunteers. The candy treats/munchies at the water stops were a nice touch as well as the pizza at the finish.
The course profile was rolling and very scenic.

Pro - Small race, excellent water stops with food, drinks, bottled water. Fantastic volunteers and good traffic control. Beautiful scenery. Had to leave for the airport and couldn't stick around but the post race food was excellent. Can't figure out previous comments about finish line issues and getting a medal at the finish line. There was a fine group of volunteers working the finish line that were so nice on a really cold windy day. Thanks for your efforts.

Cons - Host hotel Holiday Inn Express was adamant about 11am checkout. Gave each guest at check-in a hateful notice about not taking any towels or wash clothes off the premises. They were not friendly even though we filled their hotel. Suggest going to other hotels. There are plenty of them in the area that are close by. Not many locals out if you need a cheering section but that's OK with me. The course is not fast and has some steady climbs to it. You also have to cross the road a couple times during the loop process which becomes distracting three times around with all the traffic buzzing around.

If you like small hometown races this one is for you. Excellent organization and real nice people putting it on who worked hard in some tough weather. Thanks so much.

This race was part of a 50-state quest for me, but I'd recommend it to anyone who enjoys a well-organized, scenic run with a small field.

Volunteers and staff were very friendly and helpful. Although small in number, the spectators were enthusiastic (and some had food!).

The course was rolling and scenic, passing through Middletown neighborhoods, by the beach and through a bird sanctuary.

Aid stations were well-stocked and predictably positioned.

I would ditch one of the two laps on the track though - a wet blanket on an otherwise fine race.

Having done races where I would see a pinecone and thought it was an apple, I want you to know I definitely noted the food. The aid stations were very well stocked with fruit, p'butter, pretzels, drinks, cookies and it seems whatever you might think you'd want. I even ate peppermint patties 'cause I haven't had one in years. I was never hungry or imagining things. This was the best food supply I have seen in my short marathon career. Other runners who have been at it for years agreed with me.

The course was as stated. The wind was nice while it was at your back pushing you forward a bit, but you paid for that help after the turn at Sachuest Point. It was nice to be running and WALKING along familiar roads and remembering past events since I used to live in the area. Having enthusiastic people out in the residential areas early in the morning cheering you on wildly was such a nice and appreciated gift. Seeing the ocean. A gift! The school was an excellent location with all the necessary facilities. Loads of volunteers all over. Massages BEFORE and AFTER a race! What a treat. Since I'm slow, I made my reservation before I left and got back just in time. Food was available inside also. That was greatly appreciated. Hot New England Clam chowder! Wow! Nice people doing the race. Nice people at the fluid/food stations. Nice people inside who gave you gifts and great food. Cool weather. What more could you want?? I am sure a lot of work was done this year because I read the comments from last year and met some participants. Danny G. and his crew did a fantastic job and I extend my heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all.

This event was my 10th state and I can join the 50 staters club. But I have 40 more to go before I come back. Hope to see you in 4 or 5 years.

What a great race! Rolling hills, lots
of food and drinks at every H2O stop,
even for the slower people,since it was also a 50 miler. Cool(42 and got up to 53) and very windy,20-30MPH winds with gusts up to 50MPH according to the weather station, but after all,it is on the coast of Rhode Island.
Everyone at the Aid stations were so nice to us. A special Thank You to the race director,support people,Bridge to Fitness, and the other sponsors for all the food choices. The race could not be such a success without all of them.

This was my first marathon and I was a little nervous about it being smaller and potentially less organized, and I was nervous about the 3 loop format. I was pleasantly surprised that the Breakers Marathon was well organized, the aid stations were well stocked, well run by friendly volunteers, and perfectly situated around the course. The loops worked well for me because I knew when to expect the aid stations, the hills, and the spectators on the 2nd and 3rd times around. The course was an absolute joy to run, especially the first loop with the ocean stretch. Wind was a factor, but the weather was otherwise perfect. It was nice to have the school gym available pre-race to keep warm, to use facilites, and to get a massage from the several tables available. The shirt and medal were also nicely designed. Thanks to all who helped make this a wonderful first marathon experience. I can't wait to run it again next year.

Great race - they treat you like a king regardless of your pace. Having lobster for the post-race meal is great!

This was a great marathon and has HUGE potential as it grows into one of New England's premier running events. It is tough to find a more scenic course and more enthusiatic volunteers than the ones that supported the Breakers Marathon. I am already looking forward to running this again next year!!!

Course: 2 stars. When you have 26 miles to deal with, most certainly you could come up with a better course than this. I know I was told it was a multi-loop course before I went but still. And even a fifth grader could divide 8 by 4 and place the water stops 2 miles apart. The course was actually marked pretty badly considering they only had to mark 8 miles and how about putting up some safety cones in the 2 to 3 miles of heavy traffic on narrow roads with no shoulder, or at least signs warning of runners on the road.

Finding the finisher's medals and lunch was a bit of a scavenger hunt and directions were about as good as the course markings.

The spectators that were present were enthusiastic and supportive. In fact one spectator left to get utensils to mix the Gatorade powder and water. The volunteers weren't provided with any.

The race director was the rudest person I have ever met. I feel this is the worst run event I have ever attended.