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Bob Potts Heritage Rail Trail Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.6 
Organization 4.8 
Spectators 4.0
Number of comments: 59 [displaying comments 21 to 31]
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g. k. from Raleigh NC
(5/15/2011)
 "Great, small marathon" (about: 2011)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Bob Potts Heritage Rail Trail Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 This is a small marathon that is on a flat rail trail. The path is flat, of crushed stone, and very easy on the legs. Very well organized. Not a lot of spectators, but the volunteers who helped at water stops made up for the lack of spectators with their spirt. The only negative: the cups needed to be bigger. Fast course: I improved my best time by 10 minutes. | |
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Bob Melcher from United States/Dallastown PA
(5/21/2010)
 "A Race to Remeber" (about: 2010)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Bob Potts Heritage Rail Trail Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 1 Great weather mixed with great competitors; I couldn't ask for anything more. It was my 19th marathon in 13 states, living on my 3rd pacemaker, making the race one that I will always cherish. But to have my friends, Mark and Brian, to push me at the end of the race and to qualify for Boston for the 6th time in a row makes me feel truly blessed. Thank you to Bob and all of the volunteers; this race was well worth the run. | |
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L. C. from Maryland
(5/19/2010)
 "Fun and organized small-town marathon" (about: 2010)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Bob Potts Heritage Rail Trail Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This race is directed by Sean Potts to honor his father who passed away. This is an excellent small-town marathon. The gravel course is easier on the body than the road. The elevation change is not too noticeable. There were plenty of fluids and porta-johns. The post-race food and bands were excellent and the start/finish at York College were great. Plenty of parking and a great way for families to see their loved one finish 26.2 on the college track. Sean did an excellent job. I will run it again! | |
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M. B. from Richmond, Va
(5/18/2010)
"Great small-town race" (about: 2010)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Bob Potts Heritage Rail Trail Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 If you are looking for a small (really small) marathon, this one is perfect. I loved the 6:30 a.m. start, the ease of parking near the start/finish, the enthusiastic volunteers, the plentiful food at the end, and the beautiful scenery. I entered this marathon at the last minute after suffering through the New Jersey Marathon 2 weeks before (90 degrees at the end) and, aside from not having a lot in the tank for the last 2 miles, I had a great time. | |
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Will Esposito from Philadelphia, PA
(5/18/2010)
 "Elegiac" (about: 2010)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Bob Potts Heritage Rail Trail Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The 2010 Bob Potts Marathon hosts a small field (333 finishers in 2010). The first mile along the York College campus runs along some small hills; the other 25 miles run on a scenic, rural and flat gravel path along a train rail, as well as occasionally going across an intersection, or past a farm animal, a spirited band, a supportive and enthusiastic crowd, or one very dark and scary tunnel. I loved this race and recommend it to any runner who loves the marathon. It is an elegy to a man who had a life in running, the late Bob Potts. | |
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K. S. from Goode, VA
(5/18/2010)
"Beautiful course run on a very forgiving surface" (about: 2010)
11-50 previous marathons
| 2 Bob Potts Heritage Rail Trail Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 I've run both Bob Potts Marathons and thoroughly enjoyed both races. This year's race seemed to be a bit less impressive in terms of organization - no national anthem prior to the race due to technical difficulties, cold pizza at the finish, the exact same medal as last year (except for the date changed, of course, and a different-colored ribbon), and a lower-quality race shirt (standard Brooks tech shirt as compared to last year's Under Armour) with a less impressive design and logo. Even considering those minor issues, this race still is one to run as a result of the scenic, flat course. The surface is very gentle and forgiving on the legs. At the end you will still know that you have run 26.2 miles, but I don't notice quite the leg fatigue and soreness as normal. The surface is primarily a soft cinder/crushed stone surface with a few sections of road and concrete, but not very much at all to speak of. I have run my two fastest marathon times ever (3:37) on this course, if that tells you anything - and I am hardly what one would call a prolific marathoner (and both times I was dealing with some minor injury issues). Spectators are boisterous at a few of the railroad crossings, but be prepared to run long sections without much vocal support if you are the sort that needs that kind of encouragement. The finish is on the cushioned track of York College of Pennsylvania in front of a loud, enthusiastic, cheering crowd. | |
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A. P. from NVA
(5/18/2010)
"Even better than last year!" (about: 2010)
50+ previous marathons
| 2 Bob Potts Heritage Rail Trail Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 It was good enough last year to come back for, and it was even better this year. Low cost; lots of service. Easy to get to. Sean listened: there were plenty of porta-potties on the course. Unlike the posting below, I loved the crushed gravel surface. Thanks to all of the dedicated, enthusiastic volunteers. The band was great again. And once more, I hope Sean can keep this a small, spectacular race - we'll be back for more. | |
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N. C. from York, PA
(5/17/2010)
"Fast and Well-Organized" (about: 2010)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Bob Potts Heritage Rail Trail Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This race was excellent. Sean Potts organizes this race in memory of his dad, and he takes great pride in putting together a first-class experience for all of the runners. Post-race food was very good. The start/finish at the college makes everything convenient. Good value for the entry fee as well. I am proud to have this race in my home town, and very glad I decided to run this race. Sign up with confidence in future years. | |
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S. P. from Texas
(5/17/2010)
"Fantastic small marathon" (about: 2010)
2 previous marathons
| 1 Bob Potts Heritage Rail Trail Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Very flat, scenic course - and not crowded despite not being closed to the public. The race is well thought-out and support is more than adequate. The volunteers and spectators are very supportive and friendly. Contrary to a previous reviewer, I found the crushed gravel trail very comfortable to run on. It is easier on your feet. The flatness does tend to use the same muscles for 26 miles, though. All in all, a wonderful little marathon to run. Register early. | |
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D. C. from Buffalo Grove, IL
(5/17/2010)
 "Great, well run, small race" (about: 2010)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Bob Potts Heritage Rail Trail Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 This was a very nice small marathon with great support from local people. From the registration - where we met Sean Potts, the race director - to the water stops manned by local people who spent their day supporting us, to the homemade cookies and other food supplied for us after the marathon, I rate this a 5-star marathon. It was on a rail trail, so it was flat and had a crushed stone surface for almost 25 miles. I love running on this kind of surface. There were bands at a couple of the water stops, and most of the race was under cover of trees, so it didn't get too hot. The people at the stops were friendly, helpful and really seemed to enjoy how they were helping us. There were relatively few fans outside of the stops, but the trail was so peaceful that I didn't mind the lack of spectators at all. The only thing I would comment on was that the PowerAde was too weak. |
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