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Ottawa Marathon (National Capital Race Weekend) Runner Comments
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Course 4.4 
Organization 4.3 
Spectators 4.3
Number of comments: 193 [displaying comments 141 to 151]
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L. B. from Toronto, Canada
(5/31/2005)
 "The best marathon in Canada. Period." (about: 2005)
4-5 previous marathons
| 2 Ottawa Marathon (National Capital Race Weekend)s
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This is the third time I've participated in the NCM weekend. I ran the full marathon in '03 when it was a double loop of the second half, and the half in '04 which was that section again. Last year they changed the first half of the full course, and I have to say that overall the course is spectacular. You see every tourist site in the city and run through some beautiful neighbourhoods. Any minor, little hills happen in the beginning, with the exception of a bridge at 33K. Overall though the course is VERY flat, with the last 9K being either flat or slightly downhill!! The race organization was first rate. Water stations were well marked and well stocked, and picking up my race kit was easy. They had WOMEN'S SIZES in the shirts (halleluja!!!) AND they were coolmax! VERY nice. One suggestion, after cheering on runners at the Mississauga marathon, would be to put runners' names on the bibs. I would love to hear spectators call out my name, especially in the tough few kilometres at the end! Along the course, the volunteers and spectators were absolutely fabulous, providing a lot of inspiration. The weather has even been consistently good over the years!! I think it would have been hot by the end this time for people finishing past the 4 hour mark or so. Most of the time though, it was quite comfortable. If you haven't done this race, DO IT. It's a fabulous experience in a terrific city. The whole city gets behind the race weekend (there is a marathon, a half, a 10K, a 5K, a 2K as well as walking and wheelchair events) and there's a great energy. Not to mention I set a PR... :) | |
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Kris Acker from Moncton, New Brunswick
(5/31/2005)
"One of the best around" (General Comments)
11-50 previous marathons
| 6+ Ottawa Marathon (National Capital Race Weekend)s
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 2005 marked my 6th time running the NCM Marathon and I believe it to be top notch. Great job to the entire committee for doing such a wonderful event for having the yucky job of making sure it runs smoothly. | |
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Steve Hughes from Chicago, IL
(5/30/2005)
 "Great week in Ottawa" (about: 2005)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Ottawa Marathon (National Capital Race Weekend)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 During the past 40 years, I have participated in small (less than 100 runners) and large (Rock ?n? Roll Arizona) races. The Ottawa Marathon and its accompanying events have the best organization I have seen. Ottawa is a wonderful and clean city; its citizens were friendly and great hosts; the 2,000+ volunteers were fantastic; the medals were super with free engraving; and the course was fair to the runners. Take the Saturday bus tour from the Expo. It?s a guided tour of the course and the city in a double-decker bus. After taking the tour, my wife and I wished we could stay longer because there was so much more to see and do. This is a must-run event. | |
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C. D. from Buffalo, New York
(5/30/2005)
"Wonderful people, beautiful course, lots of fun." (about: 2005)
4-5 previous marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The entertainment along the course was very much appreciated. The volunteers at the water stops were the best. The crowd cheering us on was inspirational. The number of people and their cheeing at the finish line were awesome. The course was beautiful. The only down side....not enough port-a-pottys. Thanks for a great race! | |
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T. E. from Toronto, Canada
(5/30/2005)
 "Scenic course; volounteers friendly; spectator nil" (about: 2005)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Ottawa Marathon (National Capital Race Weekend)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 Wonderful weather helped on this scenic route that was 75% park areas; the views made up for the spectators - few and far between (non existent in the parks) NEED MORE TOILETS - only 8 port-o-lets on the 42k course???? Volunteers were terrific and water stations frequent. Not a flat course, but the 'hills' were all manageable. The finish line was full crowd support and great views. Would definately recommend it and would run it again. | |
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b. c. from toronto ontario
(5/30/2005)
"Good Marathon" (about: 2005)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Ottawa Marathon (National Capital Race Weekend)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 Great scenic course with gentle ups and downs, with very few spectators. Only 8 port-o-pottys on the full marathon route. This is ridiculous. Other than that it was good. Lots of water stations/sponge/gatorade. | |
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B. C. from Boston MA (marathon central)
(5/30/2005)
"Superb race! Well organized & nice course." (about: 2005)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Ottawa Marathon (National Capital Race Weekend)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I ran this race over the weekend, and out of the marathon's I've done (with the exception of Boston, my home town) this was the best organized. Nice course. Great fans and lots of them. I thoroughly enjoyed this race and would highly recommend it. Ottawa is a lovely city as well and worth the visit. | |
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L. M. from Montreal, Canada
(5/30/2005)
"Awesome !!!" (about: 2005)
4-5 previous marathons
| 2 Ottawa Marathon (National Capital Race Weekend)s
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I was running this marathon for the second time this year and, once again, found that it was flawless: - The course has just a bit of small hills to make it fun. - The organization could not be better: so many volunteers!!! and each of them was smiling, encouraging us and taking their jobs very much at heart. There were first aid volunteers on bicycles checking each of us out, making sure we were doing all right, especially in the last few ks. - There were a lot of spectators along the course, even at 7:00a.m. when the race started. The end of the race is always so amazing; you feel like a hero during the last 2ks. You simply HAVE to try this one out! Thank you Ottawa for making this marathon a memorable one... | |
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J. H. from Canada
(4/15/2005)
"Spectacular " (about: 2005)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Ottawa Marathon (National Capital Race Weekend)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Was there in 2004 and look forward to this years (2005) race. So well organized. Just like the big races. Everyone I was with commented about this. In Canada, #1 for sure. | |
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D. S. from ST.CATHARINES
(11/23/2004)
 "NICE WEEKEND GETAWAY" (about: 2004)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Ottawa Marathon (National Capital Race Weekend)
COURSE: 1 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Enjoyed the course, one of the most comfortable races I have run. Thought the expo was to far from the city (15 min bus ride). Crowd support good in spots, poor in most parts. Finish area noisy, but confusing. Volunteers very friendly. Many hotels have big efficiency rooms. |
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