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May 14, 2024

Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon Runner Comments

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Course 4.9

Organization 5.0

Spectators 4.3

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D. C. from Salt Lake City (5/11/2009) "Great" (about: 2009) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Great organization, volunteers, and scenery. A fun, "low-key," scenic marathon for when you want to enjoy a nice run in the country and don't care about spectators. Flat, easy course. Will run again.
J. A. from USA (5/11/2009) "First time marathoner" (about: 2009) First Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Overall, I thought this race was very well run. The volunteers were helpful. The scenery was great (a bald eagle flew about 20 feet from me, directly over my head). The trail is in great condition. The course is flat, and the wind was at my back for the last 15 miles.
B. W. from St Cloud MN (5/11/2009) "Another great year for LWTM" (about: 2009) 11-50 previous marathons \| 2 Lake Wobegon Trail Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 With the greening of spring just under way, the chances for a beautiful cool day this time of year in central Minnesota are high. In 2009, we had perfect race weather. I heard stories of many PR's (including my own) and heard many comments about the beautiful surroundings from people who traveled from other states and Canada. A well organized and managed race all around!
C. I. from Detroit Lakes, MN (5/11/2009) "Great Race!" (about: 2009) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I had a wonderful time at this race. It was very low-key and laid back. The course was mostly flat. The scenery was nice and the weather couldn't have been better. The organization was superb and the fans were very supportive. The aid stations were well stocked and helpful. I would recommend this race to anyone looking for a PR or an overall good experience. The free shower, pool and hot tub at the local fitness center added a nice touch as well.
Andy Thomson from Chicago, IL (5/11/2009) "Best Little Race I Have Ever Run" (about: 2009) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 If I had to pick one word to describe this race, I would say that it was "relaxing." It is a point-to-point on a blacktop, rails-to-trails trail. Parking at the finish was ample, packet pick-up took about 20 seconds, the bus ride to the start was on-time and short, and there was a warm high school so that the runners could hang out and stretch indoors before the race. Packet pickup moved from the finish to the start before the race, so folks not needing to ride the race buses could check in at either place. I was totally blown away by how well-organized this race was. Drop bags were provided so that we could send sweats from the start back to the finish, miles were clearly chalked on the trail, and water and Gatorade were where they needed to be - and in different cups so the runners could grab just what they wanted. A free shower was lined up at a local fitness club. The volunteers were super nice and I think some of them brought fruit and other goodies that were provided by them as individuals and not by the race. The course itself was beautiful in some places, peaceful in others. The asphalt was wide, smooth, and had no camber. There were some beautiful views toward the beginning, and no hassles with traffic. It was neat to run through the country for awhile, then come right through the center of a very small town, and then be out in the country again. The few major traffic crossings were well-controlled; traffic was a non-issue. There were long stretches where there were no crossings, but invariably wherever there was a road, there would be a few people cheering on friends, family, and the rest of us too. My special thanks to a young lady who put some chalk art on the path early in the race. I can't imagine living in the Twin Cities one hour away and not doing this race every year; it was certainly worth a trip up from Chicago. Thank you to Sharon and everyone else who worked so hard on this race - it really is a little gem.
D. F. from St. Louis, MO (5/10/2009) "A lovely little marathon" (about: 2009) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This race is for you if you're looking for any of the following: a flat course; pleasant scenery; a small, low-key event; more spectators than you would think likely for such a small race; a great shot at a PR; a very pretty medal; or a nice shirt completely free of tacky sponsor logos. A wonderful bonus was the fact that a local fitness center allowed racers the use of their showers, pool, and hot tub.
B. W. from St Cloud, MN (6/23/2008) "Showcases the beauty of rural Minnesota" (about: 2008) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Beginning in a small town in the heart of Minnesota, and progressing along a trail built on an abandoned Rail Road track, the course allows views that one cannot see from the roads. The race offers a nice mix of quiet scenery viewing, punctuated by groupings of fans and aid station volunteers cheering you on. The finish is especially memorable as it is visible on a clear day for a good mile and a half, pulling you forward. As the race grows, the transition from quiet countryside to supportive crowd scenes will become more marked and provide for great emotional boosts along the way. Well organized - both the runners and volunteers had a great time!
C. G. from Sauk (6/22/2008) "A great race to run at any pace." (about: 2008) 11-50 previous marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 I ran some 23 marathons in my earlier years and had not run this distance since 1990. Someone told me about the Galloway method of run-walk. I did this at the Lake Wobegon. And with a very poor winter training schedule, I was able to finish under 5 hours. This is my 70th year and I may continue with the run-walk method. The LWTM is ideal for this kind of run. The trail itself is great and the running through towns give you a flavor or rural life in Minnesota. This was a great race with all the organizational details covered nicely. Thanks to Sharon and her crew.
M. S. from Minneapolis (5/26/2008) "GREAT local marathon!!!" (about: 2008) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was a wonderful, small marathon with great race vounteers and services. As an old railroad bed that has been paved, there are no drastic elevation changes. The scenery was wonderful and varied. And it was QUIET! If you're like me and, out of exhaustion, can't process the crowd noise late in the run, this is definitely the marathon for you! And yet, there are numerous places for family and friends to cheer you on during the course. Being the inaugural run, I was expecting some glitches - there were none. Sharon and her crew really know what they're doing. I'm looking forward to next year!
d. p. from minnetonka mn (5/22/2008) "superb small marathon" (about: 2008) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Lake Wobegon Trail Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Scenic and level, with good and sufficient water stops. Attentive volunteers and excellent organization. A marathon done by runners for runners. You'd expect an inaugural marathon to have some glitches - but this one had none!! Efficient start and great goodies at the end - even for us at the back of the pack. Five stars for the spectator's spirit, not their numbers. Good for a 1st time or a BQ.

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