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The Kauai Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.7 
Organization 4.8 
Spectators 4.7
Number of comments: 79 [displaying comments 31 to 41]
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Tyler McCandless from Colorado
(9/18/2012)
 "Perfect marathon in paradise" (about: 2012)
6-10 previous marathons
| 2 The Kauai Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my second year running in the Kauai Marathon and both years the days I spent on the island were some of the best days of my life. The organizers of the Kauai marathon live and breath the 'aloha spirit.' I've learned so many life lessons from this event due to the positive people that 'run' the event. This is a race that I'll have on my calendar every year to try and run faster. Sure, the heat, humidity, hills, headwind, and pouring rain can slow down your time...but it doesn't stop you from putting down the best effort you can. Running down the final half-mile with waves crashing 100ft from you and people cheering is unlike any other race finish in the country. | |
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D. B. from Bay Area, California
(9/11/2012)
"Awesome event...really is a run in paradise!" (about: 2012)
11-50 previous marathons
| 4-5 The Kauai Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I've run this all 4 years and I'll be back next year as well! For those used to big city runs this can seem pretty sparse on spectators, but the locals are out cheering and sharing aloha...lots of smiles, waves and good vibes along the course. They have more aid stations than usual (every mile later in the course) which is very welcome as it gets hot. Very enthusiastic volunteers, and there are lots of them. Love the hula troops and the Taiko. From a trail runner who usually can't be dragged onto a road this is a petty course. The 4 H's (hills, heat, humidity, headwinds) can make this course tougher than it seems at first look. The run thru the tree tunnel can't be missed, and finishing along the ocean is outstanding. in short... The bad: if you are looking for a big expo look elsewhere. Spectators can be sparse. Neither of these bother me but I felt they should be mentioned. The good: Pretty, varied, challenging course...tree tunnel, mountain views, ocean finish. Massage right along the beach afterward. Very well organized. Lots of aid stations. Torchlight start and who could forget the finish line. | |
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K. L. from Delaware, OH
(9/9/2012)
"Kauai marathon sets the bar for every other race!" (about: 2012)
4-5 previous marathons
| 3 The Kauai Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Kauai marathon is the reason I started running 2 1/2 years ago and have never looked back since! It was my first and I have completed it 3 times since, as well as several other races on the mainland. I keep going back because I love the location, people, and organization of this race. It sets the bar for all others! | |
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T. M. from Ewa Beach, Hawaii
(9/6/2012)
"Best Destination Race . . . . EVER!" (about: 2012)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 The Kauai Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Wow, what can one say about this race? Plenty. Best small event I have ever had the pleasure to be part of. A very, very small expo, but I came to run not shop, so not an issue. The organization was first rate and made every runner feel as if it was all being done for them alone. The course, while very, VERY hilly, was absolutely spectacular! Not designed for PR's, but with this scenery, who cares! By far my most enjoyable marathon experience so far as well as the toughest race I have ever run. It's the full package. I hope to be back for more events in the future. | |
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M. S. from Glendale, California
(9/6/2012)
"gorgeous course!" (about: 2012)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 The Kauai Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I cannot explain how beautiful this course was! I was distracted for most of the race because I was looking at the scenery. Even as the course got a little bit hilly, it was still beautiful. The finish line at the ocean is spectacular and made for some great post-race photos. This event was very well-organized and well-staffed. I felt like the aid stations were well-stocked and the support at each one was great! there were a lot of locals who set up next to the course to cheer as well. I was able to obtain good medical care at the first aid tent at the end and get some great, healthy post-race snacks. The other thing that made this race was that Bob volunteered to mail my boyfriend and I our t-shirts all the way at our home in California. We were unable to pick them up at the pre-race expo due to our travel plans, but Bob went out of his way to make sure that we received our souvenirs! I would love to run this again! Well worth the trip! | |
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Jen Bradshaw from Vancouver, Canada
(9/5/2012)
"My first ever marathon - incredibly rewarding!" (about: 2012)
First Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 One of the hardest things I have ever done, but so worth it! The Island is one big hill, I swear. It is hot, humid, at times rainy. Not one for trying to beat your PB, but the scenery is breathtaking, the volunteers and residents encouraging and enthusiastic and the race was incredibly well-organized. I'll be back! | |
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Donald Larsen from Fircrest, WA, USA
(9/4/2012)
"Best event we have experienced anywhere" (about: 2012)
3 previous marathons
| 2 The Kauai Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The Kauai Marathon/Half-Marathon is the best organized, most scenic event we have encountered. We first entered the half-distance two years ago. As with that delightful experience, this year's event was the absolute highlight of a three-week vacation on Kauai. Every aspect of the race, from picking up our race numbers on Friday, to the way the organizers anticipated needs at the start, to the course itself, to the organization evident at the finish, was a '10.' This is a great race for folks who, like us, run for their 'amazement' (not to be confused with amusement). We will be back in two years! Don and Janice Larsen | |
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C. E. from Camano Island, WA
(9/4/2012)
"A must add to any bucket list!" (about: 2010)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 The Kauai Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Due to a broken foot prior to the race, I was unable to participate this year. Being a spectator was amazing and emotional. This is one of the best, well organized and our families favorite, half marathon. Can't wait to get back here in 2014 and do it again. Only this time I will be participating and beating my PR from 2010! | |
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M. B. from Spokane, WA
(9/4/2012)
"Challenging, beautiful and fulfilling." (about: 2012)
50+ previous marathons
| 1 The Kauai Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Toughest road course I've ever run. Warm, humid and hilly, especially after the 10 mile point. Extremely well organized with aid stations no more than a mile or two apart. Lots of spectators cheering you and giving encouragement even in the rural areas of the course. Great finish line party with awards presented in a very timely manner. | |
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T. H. from Kalaheo, HI
(9/2/2012)
"Amazing Race!" (about: 2012)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 The Kauai Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This is THE best organized race I have ever been to- period. Add to that you are on Kauai- what more can you ask for? Tough race- esp. the marathon with lots of hills in the last 15 miles. 1/2 not so hilly but be prepared for humidity. I ran the 1/2. 6am start was a blessing as it did not heat up till around 8am. Aid stations strategically located, tons of support- aloha spirit- hula dancers, drummers. This is a must do race, 1/2 or, if you're up to it, the full. |
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