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Morgan Valley Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.8 
Organization 5.0 
Spectators 3.8
Number of comments: 13 [displaying comments 11 to 13]
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Dr. Jay from Pompey, NY
(7/29/2013)
 "Best Kept Secret" (about: 2013)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Morgan Valley Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This ranks as the best run marathon of the 32 that I have run to date. Beautiful course, beautiful people. The six co-directors are serious runners - they left nothing to chance. From packet pick-up to post-race massage, they attended to every runner need. Well-stocked aid stations - water, Powerade, pickle juice, coke, nuts, chewies, fruits. Roaming golf cart provided extra support. Troopers on motorcycles facilitated traffic. Weather was perfect, but when it rained, the directors drove around handing out panchos to those who wanted one. Free massage at the end, and lots of food. The medal was classy. I chose MVM for my Utah marathon, and I recommend it. | |
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F. F. from West Jordan, Utah
(7/31/2012)
 "Should only grow in coming years." (about: 2012)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Morgan Valley Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 This was my thirteenth marathon and fourth in Utah and I have to say that it ranks as one of my favorites. Organization was great, aid stations were top-notch. Plenty of water, powerade, snacks, fruit, and GU. Aid station workers were very encouraging and supportive. Not much in the way of fan support along the course, but that's never been important to me. The course is rolling and the 5:30 a.m. start is genius. I felt the heat only the last hour or so which I think attributed to the second fastest marathon time I've recorded. I picked up my bib and chip the morning of the race without a hitch. This race will only continue to grow. Hopefully it doesn't detract from the wonderful organization. Well done Morgan! I'll be back next year. | |
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M. D. from Utah
(7/29/2012)
"Best small town marathon" (about: 2012)
11-50 previous marathons
| 2 Morgan Valley Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 I have run this marathon in it's inaugural year and now in it's second year and both were wonderfully well done for a small race. COURSE: Rolling hills of country paved roads with a few miles run in small town America. Even though this is an open course I felt extremely safe running on the roadways. A neighborly wave from the passing cars and trucks was the norm to see. All turns were either clearly marked on the pavement or a volunteer was there to guide you in the direction you needed to go. A half dozen police officers on motorcycle could be seen driving past on occasion to ensure our safety. Organization: Vey well organized, the package pickup the day before went smooth and people could easily get their packets and bibs prior to the race. The aid stations were plenty along the course and stocked with everything a runner could want...water, sports drinks, gels, fruit, snacks, water mists etc. The roving Marathon Butlers (4 wheelers with people to aid you along the way) was an added reassurance since the heat picked up for the second half of the race. SPECTATORS: Unless you brought your own, there aren't many along the course. The aid station volunteers made up for the lack of spectators though and a few goats and horses along the way gave their nods of approval as well. Post race activities were equally well organized. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, water, soda, chocolate milk, fruit, snacks candy and plenty of massage tables! Live Bands with thousands of spectators this race is not but if you are looking for a small well organized race with tons of character and genuinely nice people, this race is for you. |
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