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Blue Ridge Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 5.0 
Organization 4.9 
Spectators 4.7
Number of comments: 186 [displaying comments 61 to 71]
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Tommy Bishop from Richmond, Virginia
(4/27/2014)
 "She'll be coming round the mountain" (about: 2014)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This race is other-worldly. It is every bit as beautiful as it is brutal, and it is replete with scenic vistas that capture your heart as quickly as they offer a brief reprieve from the travails of the day. i was floored by the crowds, the aid stations, the wonderfully patient southern drawl of the elderly woman working the table at the top of Roanoke Mountain, as though she wanted to hold on to each word just a moment longer before she let it go; this race was so 'Roanoke' and so very 'Virginia.' | |
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Kemper Fant from Roanoke, VA
(4/27/2014)
"A Unique Marathon Experience" (about: 2014)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I'm about 95% trail runner but have always wanted to do this race because of the challenge and eventness that is the Blue Ridge Marathon. I was finally able to schedule it this year and my experience was completely positive. It is amazing to me the organization that goes into this race to ensure that the most challenging road elevations are a part of it. No small feat. And the race itself is well managed with lots of support and community involvement. I think that is what made it so fun for me. You just don't experience that kind of community support in a trail race, and it really was special. The race itself is completely challenging. I've never done a flat marathon before so I really don't have anything to compare it to, but needless to say with the elevation changes in the BRM it takes everything you've got to get through. I have to say that I loved finishing the race in Roanoke's new outdoor amphitheater plaza. Plenty of end of race support, beer and food, and music. It was very festive. While I was training for it I figured this would be a one and done thing for me, back to the trails. But, after such a great race experience I think I'll be back next year if at all possible. | |
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E. M. from Roanoke, Va
(4/27/2014)
"Awesome race" (about: 2014)
6-10 previous marathons
| 2 Blue Ridge Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I live in Roanoke. I train in the course all the time. It never amazes me how tough and beautiful it is. This is the only road race that I do. It is a hug challenge. You cannot underestimate the course. The last 5 miles are no joke, either. The organization and everything has been perfect. | |
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C. B. from Salem, Virginia
(4/27/2014)
"This race is a memory-maker!" (about: 2014)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Some races are just races - you go and run and get your time and your done. Not this one. There is so much enthusiasm from the time you sign up and begin getting updates until well after you cross the finish line. The course is scenic at every step, from inner city to wooded mountain top. The support from organizers, volunteers, the community, and fire/police/rescue is continuous and ever-present. I lost track of how many high fives, posters, and words of encouragement I met over the 26.2 miles. The race organizers really go out of their way to anticipate all your needs and all those little extras that will make the race a worry-free and enjoyable run. Best of all, this is a challenging race, and no matter what your finish time, you have bragging rights for surviving it! | |
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Timo Rissanen from New York, USA
(4/27/2014)
"Brilliant" (about: 2014)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Roanoke in late April is simply stunning; it was like running in a postcard. The locals - including the police force and all volunteers - were really terrific; thank you! This was a bit of a crazy one to take on for a second marathon but I made it through and can't wait to do it again next year. | |
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Mike May from Heart of Dixie
(4/27/2014)
"Extreme challenge with outstanding support" (about: 2014)
2 previous marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I just want to say THANK YOU!!!!....This was my first Blue Ridge half-marathon and it was an experience never to be forgotten....The second mountain climb verified the title: 'toughest half-marathon/marathon road race in America'....Your hard work and excellent planning made this the best race of my life...This old boy from Alabama will be back next year!!! | |
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Tabitha Wallker from Roanoke, VA
(4/27/2014)
"Well Done!" (about: 2014)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 thank you for putting on a stellar event. Thank you to the wonderful volunteers. I appreciated the energy of the spectators and the camaraderie of all runners. | |
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Jason Dyer from Apex, NC
(4/27/2014)
"Great time and a great experience!" (about: 2014)
First Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Great time and a great experience! This was my first 1/2 marathon and will definitely do it again! I love a challenge! I was born in Roanoke, but now live in NC. It was great to get back! | |
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A. F. from virginia beach
(4/27/2014)
 "Mentally and physically challenging but worth it" (about: 2014)
First Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 Definitely a challenge both physically and mentally but worth every bit. The views were amazing and once you get over the top going downhill was cake :) and there were mamosas at about mile 4..... very awesome 10k and hoping to do the half next year! | |
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James Hurley from District of Columbia
(4/27/2014)
 "Challenging race with awesome volunteers!" (about: 2014)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Blue Ridge Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 The toughest marathon in America by far - but great course, gorgeous views, friendly runners, the BEST volunteers and a real sense of community in the organization, administration, and execution. While I'm not sure my knees can even handle those mountains again, I wish all the marathons I run are as friendly and down-to-earth as this one. |
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