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May 7, 2024

Pocono Mountain Run For The Red Marathon Runner Comments

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Course 4.2

Organization 4.4

Spectators 3.5

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c. c. from kensington, MD (6/9/2014) "nice fast course great volunteers" (about: 2014) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Pocono Mountain Run For The Red Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 Really well organized. Volunteers were very nice. I have run over 40 marathons, and this is definitely one of my favorites. I really like the smaller raceseasier to get in and out and no need to pick up packet ahead of time. Not many spectators but that is typical for smaller ones.
M. S. from Pittsburgh, PA (6/3/2014) "Good race that's ready for a bigger field" (about: 2014) 11-50 previous marathons \| 2 Pocono Mountain Run For The Red Marathons COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 This is another relatively small friendly marathon that was well organized and scenic. The course is very much net downhill, but is not quite as easy as one might think because of some of the rolling hills, particularly later in the race. Still it's a good race if you're looking to qualify for Boston. Like so many other races of this type, there isn't that much crowd support, but those who are out there are enthusiastic. What makes this race stand out more than many others, is first the scenery, then the fact that the water stops were consistent, always the energy drink first and the water second. Also it was nice that this race had pacers to make it easier to hit goals. What especially stood out in my mind is how throughout much of the race, how much room there was to run. It seemed like for a good portion of the race we had entire streets to ourselves which made for much easier footing. Finally with race directors who are clearly committed to improving this race every year, this race should definitely start to grow. I'll definitely be back next year.
D. M. from Florida (5/30/2014) "Rolling course" (about: 2014) 4-5 previous marathons \| 1 Pocono Mountain Run For The Red Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 This was my 4th marathon, and my first RFTR marathon. I ran exactly the time I wanted (3:45:13) and got a Boston Qualifier. Mission accomplished!! However I did not pound the mostly downhill first half, knowing that the second half had a lot more hills. The course is not as easy as you would think. I liked how easy it was to line up at the start and no lines for the bathrooms. The water stops were great and lots of them. Not many spectators on the course, but appreciated the ones out there! I started out with the 3:45 pacer but could not keep up with her at a certain point and I knew I was about 3 min. ahead of pace so I let her go for fear of blowing up at the end if I continued to try and keep up with her. I am not sure how far ahead of 3:45 she ended up finishing but my husband commented that no one finished with her. She was very nice and loved all her tips along the way, but too fast for me! Make sure you bring your own gels, you only get one on the course. The post race massage was awesome!!! Overall I thought the race was great, but you need to train for running downhill and prepare for the up hills too!
S. B. from Buckland, MA (5/29/2014) "Best volunteers and best organized race" (about: 2014) 11-50 previous marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Course is great with no traffic. Fast net downhill course but also has major ups at mile 10 and over the last 10K. The volunteers were awesome and sports drinks were optimum. I don't consume gels but they were also offered. Post race foods looked good but not for vegetarians like me. Pasta and veg. Soup would have covered everyone instead of meat sandwiches. Volunteers were also great fans.
D. B. from Poconos, Pennsylvania (5/29/2014) "Nice course, organized race, limited spectators" (about: 2014) 1 previous marathon \| 1 Pocono Mountain Run For The Red Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 This was the first time I ran a marathon but I ran the half marathon relay last year. I may not be experienced but I enjoy this course because it is near my hometown and I like road races. It is very organized and offers water stops & porta potties every two miles. The roads are closed to traffic so there are not too many areas for spectators along the course. A calm & serene race.
M. C. from Princeton, NJ (5/29/2014) "Romantic Pocono Getaway" (about: 2014) 6-10 previous marathons \| 3 Pocono Mountain Run For The Red Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I love this race! It's been five years since my last running and my how it has matured. The first half of the course is a bit different than back in '09 when the start line was at the middle school over on 611. Still a great mix of rolling terrain (don't discount the hills) coupled with unsurpassed surroundings. The pace groups were great. I ran with the 3:35. Our pace leader Dan did a great job of getting us in with a very even effort and BQs for many in the group. Great crowd support although a bit sparse in spots. Logistics were great as well. The bus service back to the high school was tremendous. Best I've seen for a point to point. Im already planning next years Pocono getaway.
R. B. from Delaware (5/28/2014) "Awesome small town marathon!" (about: 2014) 6-10 previous marathons \| 2 Pocono Mountain Run For The Red Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 Great point-to-point marathon, course, volunteers, fire and law enforcement support, etc. Love the fact that we had the entire road to run in and did not have to fight with cars or traffic on the course. They also have great pacers available which helped me obtain a PR and BQ! Pace teams are unusual for a small town marathon. This was my second year running. A touch warm that day but again beat the rain from last year! Water and Powerade every 2 miles as well as mile markers every mile. Organized post race with shuttle, food and drinks. Will definitely be back again next year for the 10th anniversary.
R. M. from New Jersey, USA (5/22/2014) "Loved this race." (about: 2014) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Pocono Mountain Run For The Red Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 This is was my first time and I will be back. The weather just happened to be perfect. I like smaller field marathons. If don't really care to hear people yelling and clapping the whole race and telling you that you look great then this is the race for you. The roads were closed off to traffic so you did not have worry about cars. The organization was top notch. Replies to my emails were within a couple of hours. Expo had everything in case your forgot to pack something. Loved finishing in the stadium. I could hear the announcer and the spectators could see everything and have comfortable seat in the bleechers. The only problem I had was they skipped a water station at Mile 22. Not sure what happened there but could have really used a drink. Overall it was a two thumbs up race.
k. m. from Pennsylvania (5/18/2014) "nice day, hilly" (about: 2014) 6-10 previous marathons \| 2 Pocono Mountain Run For The Red Marathons COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 It was very organized from beginning to end. Expo was quick. Hotels were all close. The course had lots of dead animals and was full of pot holes and was very cambered. It was scenic at times. I enjoyed the shade. It was very sunny, but it beat last year's rain. They need another gel station, but I appreciate having one at least. Plenty of drink on the course. I usually do well in the standings, but the talent is so stacked that my usual was average here. Fast racers come out for this one. The race director did well with this, plus it was a superb day for weather. It was tougher than I thought it would be. A downhill race certainly doesn't guarantee a PR. It's often an unpleasant surprise, so beware.
J. E. from Pennsylvania (5/18/2014) "surprisingly challenging, small, organized" (about: 2014) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Pocono Mountain Run For The Red Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Small, organized, very fast field. We were fortunate to have perfect weather. Mid may can be hot and humid. The course is surprisingly challenging. Looking at the elevation chart, you overlook that it has hills. Yes, it's a net downhill...but so is Boston. The expo was organized and had vendors. The start was easy for dropoff. I'd have enjoyed a 7am start, to avoid more heat. The aid stations were every 2 miles, with tremendous volunteers. There was a gel at 16. If you need bands, huge expo, fancy swag, and lots if spectators...this isn't for you. I'm not a fan of point to point races due to logistics, but they made it easy. The finish on the track was really nice for families.

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