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Kilimanjaro Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.0 
Organization 4.2 
Spectators 4.1
Number of comments: 15 [displaying comments 11 to 15]
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Byron Doty from Dewitt, Michigan, USA
(6/11/2008)
 "Tough course but great experience." (about: 2008)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Kilimanjaro Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 This was an experience of a lifetime, running in the shadow of Mt. Kilimanjaro, which we climbed two days later. Don't plan on a PR here unless you're an excellent hill (7-mile long) runner in 95 degree heat. The locales were great and running with the kids, although distracting, because they were faster than me, was wonderful. My only complaint was the traffic; one of the kids was actually struck by a car. And the exhaust fumes were somewhat difficult to overcome. But overall it was a terrific adventure. | |
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S. H. from Minneapolis, MN, USA
(2/12/2008)
"Truly Majestic" (about: 2006)
50+ previous marathons
| 1 Kilimanjaro Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 I ran the 2006 Kilimanjaro Marathon and it was awe-inspiring. The start begins just before sunrise, which casts spectacular light on the summit of Kili. The small stadium at the start and finish is filled with friendly locals and an array of running talent. Unfortunately, there was quite a bit of heat and humidity. But the experience is worth it. From mile 12 to 20 you run straight at (and up) Kili. Pay attention, even if it hurts. The course was lined with plenty of fluids and enthusiastic spectators. I was very impressed with the shirt and finisher's medal. The organizers took great care to ensure a quality product. This is truly a great running experience. | |
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Stuart Spitzer from Texas
(2/13/2007)
"Once in a lifetime" (about: 2005)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Kilimanjaro Marathon
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 It was an absolutely beautiful experience. Well organized, for Africa. It did get hot and the long uphill grade from mile 13 to 20 was tough, but once you turn at mile 20, it is literally all downhill. Train for long hills. Go a few days early to get over the jetlag. The spectators are everywhere. You are quite the oddity in Moshi. Enough non-East Africans to make up a "field." Don't try to keep up with the Africans. Go and spend the money - it is truly once in a lifetime. | |
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thomas mulenga from ndola zambia
(1/4/2006)
"The course is a challenge, but spectacular!" (about: 2005)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Kilimanjaro Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 The organizers of the race did their homework as I found their organization from pre-race to the finish to be excellent. Water, Coke, and sponge points were well placed. If you are planning to run this race, prepare adequately, as it's a challenging race, especially after 20K. But it has nice scenery. | |
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K. L. from Johannesburg, South africa
(10/6/2005)
 "Spectacular" (about: 2005)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Kilimanjaro Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 3 This was my first marathon, so it came with many emotions. Being at the foothills of Kilimanjaro was an amazing experience. The race was tough due to the 10km climb that started at the 20km mark, as well as the extreme heat, but the scenery and setting made it all worth it. |
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