What an amazing experience, I had a blast! this was my first full marathon, and first organized race I've run in yet. I thought all the support from the crowd was top notch, the aid stations worked quite well, especially the GU handout at mile 21, which really helped. I enjoyed the flyover at the beginning SO much, it was really cool to see the planes disapear over the river, leaving vapor trails.

I was a little surprised to know I got second in my age group, and I'm looking forward to running this race again next year, and improving in the mean time!

Oh, and the awards were great, nice quality finishers shirts.

Thanks a bunch for making it such a success, I'm definitely hooked on marathons now!

This was my first marathon, and I was dealing with a hip injury, putting me literally at the back of the pack. I think only 5-6 people finished after me. I was disappointed that the food tent was abandoned and the medical tent was folding up shop by the time I got through. In fact, several of the water stops between miles 22-24 were closing while I was out on the course. It's frustrating to watch volunteers dumping water/powerade on the ground as you're running or hobbling by.

Don't forget that the last marathoners to cross the finish line need -- and deserve -- the same level of attention as the other runners. I'll run this course again, hopefully faster, but I certainly don't want to feel like I'm a 'distraction' if I come in dead last.

A few hills in the middle of the course would be nice, instead of just the last few miles. I was very disappointed that the choir/band was not there for what was supposed to be an "inspirational mile." More music and spectators along the course would be helpful. The location of the host hotel was great, but that was about the only good thing about it. Rooms were not too nice and they would not allow late check-outs. The finish area was awesome!

Just like almost everyone else, I thought this was a GREAT inagural marathon. There seemed to be more hills at the end than the elevation map indicated, but what a challenge to overcome! My training partner and I were able to get around the hotel 'No Late Checkout' dilemma, by signing up for their 'preferred customer' plan. We only had to fill out a brochure and were able to get a 2:00pm checkout, but it took some begging to get that information...probably would not stay at that hotel again. Food tent was a little disappointing. The heavy food was not what I wanted at the end of a grueling race. More fruit, maybe some bottled smoothies, and fruit juices would be great. The fans were AWESOME and our 4:15 pace team leader was GREAT. Very motivational and right on the pace....even though I fell behind her at mile 23! Overall great race. Let's thank the One in charge of the weather too....couln't have asked for a more perfect day....Thank You GOD!

Well organized race with great location and course. I enjoyed the classic car show and the aircraft fly over. All the volunteers and workers were helpful. I have marked my calendar for next year's Route 66 Marathon, and I am looking foward to it!

This was a great first-time event. The vintage plane fly-over was great and I have yet to witness, until now, a shotgun start. The hills at the end made it fun. It separated those who have quads and those who do not. And hey, free beer at the end. I was running with a lady from Tulsa, and I know she needed a 3:45 - I hope she made it.

I question the distance of mile 22. My Garmin recorded an extra 1/4 mile. There was no one calling splits at the mile markers.

this was my first marathon and so i don't a comparative experience, but i will say it seemed well organized, there were always fans along the way encouraging the runners and the post race fesivities were great. my only problem with the race was it was run on riverside drive and not on route 66. i think out of 26.2 miles we ran on historic route 66 about 10 blocks. could the course change to go more along the route 66 instead of out to jenks?

This was my first marathon although I have run a half before. This was the first year for this marathon and for an inaugural event it was quite good. The course was fast and flat... until about mile 22 where the hills started to arrive, some of which were pretty steep. The last mile was pretty much all up hill and made the finish a little more painful. There weren't a whole lot of spectators other than at the start and finish of the race. But the ones that were out there were loud and supportive. The organization of the event was lacking in a couple areas, and it probably has more to do with this being a new event. First the aide stations were quite undermanned which caused some 'traffic jams' especially early on. Also the poweraide at several of the stations seemed to be mixed incorrectly, sometimes it tasted like blue water, other times it was almost syrup like. The finishing food area seemed to be a bit disorganized as well and the food choices were somewhat lacking. On a more positive note, the volunteers who were out there did a great job and really worked hard. I had a great time and enjoyed the overall experience of the race. The organization problems are really quite minor and will improve w/ time.

This was a very successful event. I am glad I came to Tulsa. I have a few comments. I suggest using chip time only. The race was bottled up at the start and there was uneven pavement and gravel in Jenks. At times the course wasn't as clearly marked in and around Jenks. The entertainment was meager on the second half of the marathon and I suggest allowing runners to use I-Pods or Walkmans.
The course was generally great, great marathon, great volunteers, police and hospitality. This is a beautiful city. This race featured your lovely city and it is a great first annual race to commemorate Route 66. The people were lovely and hospitable. The race picture with time is a great idea. I plan on seeing you in your fair city next November 18th, 2007. Thanks!