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Inland Trail Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.5 
Organization 4.3 
Spectators 2.6
Number of comments: 67 [displaying comments 61 to 67]
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d. w. from corning, ny
(11/7/2006)
 "A fine small marathon" (about: 2006)
50+ previous marathons
| 1 Inland Trail Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 This is an excellent small marathon for those who like no-frills running. The route is flat and scenic on a converted railroad right-of-way through rural Ohio. At the halfway mark in Kipton, you have to double back parallel to the trail for about a half-mile and then return, which was a surprise to me, but not a problem. Aid stations were well spaced and fine for the small size of the marathon (78 finishers) although one was out of Gatorade when I passed. The run started and finished at a school, which provided good restrooms and a place to wait before the start. There were few spectators, which suited the small size of the field; those who were there were enthusiastic. Organization was excellent. The short delay of the start to coordinate with the half-marathon start was a minor issue. Overall, I'm glad I ran in this event and I recommend it to other marathoners. | |
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M. M. from Mentor, Ohio
(11/7/2006)
 "For an inaugural marathon, pretty nice job" (about: 2006)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Inland Trail Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 1 Very scenic, very flat course, out in the country on a paved bikepath. For runners that need "fan" support, don't expect it. But for folks who want solitude, or are running or training with a buddy, this was pretty neat. The race organizers did a very fair job in running an inaugural marathon. I look forward to lining up for this next year! | |
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Larry Zalewski from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
(11/7/2006)
 ""Ran Out of Gatorade? You Should have Run Faster."" (about: 2006)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Inland Trail Marathon
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 2 FANS: 1 Yes, I was told the above when passing the aid station at mile 15 or so. Yes, this little marathon with under 100 runners, ran out of Gatorade. That's like Krispy Kreme running out of doughnuts. OK, I'll cut them some slack... it was the inaugural running of the race, but for a $50.00 entry fee, I'd expect Gatorade at every stop, at least. Not to mention, no goodie bag and the fact the race was run on a public rail trail. I cannot see the justification for the $50 entry fee. Nice trail, but poor volunteer support. I missed the first aid station because there was only a young child and what appeared to be her mother attempting to distribute water/Gatorade to five runners at once. Oops. The course, of course, was nice. It was a wooded rail trail. Though there was a heavy manure smell during the four-mile Oberlin section of the trail. Not sure why, but it was not pleasant to say the least. Personally, I say your money would be spent better at a larger marathon with a track record of organization. Yes, the course is flat, but I prefer a few hills to give your muscles a chance to rest. Using the same muscles for 26.2 miles gets tedious. Overall, I would not recommend this race. | |
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N. M. from Pickerington, OH
(11/7/2006)
"Great First Marathon" (about: 2006)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Inland Trail Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 If you are running your first marathon like I was, this is for you. It was flat and fast. It had really nice scenery through the corn fields and towns. I would recommend this race as a first marathon. The race officials and traffic guards were all friendly and positive. The half-marathoners were also friendly and willing to offer motivation as they ran by from the opposite direction, since they started at the halfway point and ran to the marathon start/finish. Only disappointment was that they ran out of Gatorade during the race and ran out of bananas at the end. The host said they now know what they need more of next year. Overall this was a great experience and fun. I would recommend this to all marathoners. | |
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M. L. from Cleveland, OH
(11/6/2006)
 "New, flat course that needs improvement" (about: 2006)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Inland Trail Marathon
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 1 First the minuses: No "bag of goodies," or if so, they were gone. Small field, late start, ran out of Gatorade, different drinks at different stops, and no clocks for splits. The pluses: FLAT & FAST, out in the country - tree-lined course, sufficient volunteers at water stops (fair amount of water on course), very good food at end, showers available, and great shirt design. | |
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c. p. from pittsburgh,pa
(11/6/2006)
"Nice, flat course" (about: 2006)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Inland Trail Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 1 Very flat, no spectators, water/Gatorade every 2.5 miles and 1 Gu stop. If you like running alone with other runners, this is your race. Good Boston qualifier. | |
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J. P. from Toronto
(11/6/2006)
 "Great, little, informal marathon on a fast course." (about: 2006)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Inland Trail Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 Great marathon and half-marathon (I ran the half) course on an old rail line through the countryside (asphalt trail). Lots of road crossings, very well marshaled. Small crowd. Very informal start and finish. Very few spectators (this is a rail trail, after all), but we passed cyclists and marshals who were all very friendly and supportive. Great event for self-motivated runners. |
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