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Honolulu Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.0 
Organization 3.7 
Spectators 3.9
Number of comments: 202 [displaying comments 181 to 191]
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A Runner from Denver, Colorado USA
(12/30/2001)
 "My first and now I am hooked!" (about: 2001)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 During 10 years of living in Hawaii I never competed, but getting older I felt the need for a challenge. I have never had a more fullfilling experience in my life. My first marathon was much more than I ever expected. The exhilaration at the finish line was something I had never before felt. Mahalo to the great support teams with refreshments and cheers to help us all to the finish line. It was 5 stars to me all the way and I am sure the beauty of Hawaii, the fantastic weather and the flatness of the course helped me along. I am already making plans to return for 2002 and checking out other races closer to home. Aloha nui loa! | |
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(linda) from Calgary, Canada
(12/26/2001)
"Happy 40th birthday to me" (about: 2001)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 My partner and I came from Calgary Canada to celebrate my 40th and her 37th birthday as well as our FIRST marathon. It was the best part of our two week holiday in Hawaii. Thank you so very much. A memory I will keep forever and a life time experience I wish I could try to share with others although I doubt that anyone else could truly feel the same exhileration as we do. Aloha | |
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A Runner from Denver, Colorado
(12/22/2001)
 "as always a challenge but beautiful" (General Comments)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 1 I have run the Honolulu Marathon for the past 18 years, and although it is one of my favorites I am always amazed at how little support the local community gives this race. It must bring in millions to the economy, but some of the folks in Hawaii Kai act like we are an imposition. I love this race after the Aloha station. And from triangle park in it is the absolute best. Seeing the water and the surfers as you crest Diamond Head is a rush. If you aren't affected by Diamond Head something has got to be wrong with you. | |
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A Runner from Honolulu Hi
(12/21/2001)
 "Great course, A+ ALL THE WAY" (General Comments)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I've been lucky enough to live here 3 years and have run this marathon each of them. Am leaving this year and will miss the great weather and an extremely well organized race (considering 20k participants). | |
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A Runner from Raleigh, NC
(12/13/2001)
"Best Course for Beginners" (about: 2001)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The Honolulu Marathon was my first marathon and I rank it 5 out of 5 in every respect. The early morning start was great as it gets warm fairly fast after the sun gets out at 7 am. The fireworks, singing of our national athem, and prayer began the race with lots of enthusiasm. Running downtown at predawn was awesome with the lighted Christmas decorations. Lots of spectators along the way. And the nice surprise was all the entertainment. The best was the Japanese drums! This year we were blessed by good weather. Although the head winds were gusting to 25 mph at times, the beauty made up for this. The finish line was the best- very organized. And the carnival atmosphere at the park where we finished had local entertainment so you could kick off your shoes and rest. (I might add that even my 80 year old mother in a wheel chair had no problems seeing me at the finish line and getting transportation back to the hotel. This is a great city for the handicapped.) I HIGHLY recommend this marathon to any first-time marathoner. | |
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A Runner from Oakland Ca
(12/13/2001)
"Beautiful and amazing!" (about: 2001)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Words can not describe how beautiful this course was or how well supported you felt!.... Even Diamond Head felt more like a bump because there were so many people wishing you well! My first marathon and I will definitely do this one again! No Maste!!!!! | |
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A Runner from Los Angeles, California
(12/12/2001)
"Rain/Wind/Heat/Humidity...but worth it!" (about: 2001)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my 3rd marathon (I'm a 7 hour + finisher) and the hardest one due to the elements. But the organization, the crowds and the scenery made it worth it. The whole experience made for an incredible day. Slower runners and walkers are made to feel very welcome. Very laid back. Course is tough both times through Diamond Head, but look at the ocean on the way back...it helps take your mind off of it all. It was awesome to see the winners come in...while we were first trudging up Diamond Head at the 7 mile point! Volunteers were awesome...a big thank you to all of them. Lots of water stops...and grab every water sponge you can...you'll need it. Highly recommend this race. | |
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A Runner from Honolulu Hawaii
(10/11/2001)
"Race shows the spirit of Aloha!" (General Comments)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 A scenic, cool, beautiful run. Spectators are excellent and noisy and extremely supportive. This will be my 15 marathon. I've run Honolulu a couple of times and going for number 3. A must for all Marathoners. | |
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A Runner from New York City
(7/24/2001)
"Good for beginners!" (about: 2000)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 Like a lot of the others, this was my first marathon. There was really no pressure to run the whole way since a lot of the particpants walk. The race starts early in the morning so half of it could be completed before it gets really hot. Diamond Head is the only difficult incline. Also, I think the terrain is easier on the feet because I'm now running in New York. My next marathon is the New York City one, I'm sure it will be pretty competitive. Still, for a beginner and my first one, this was the perfect choice. More experienced runners should look elsewhere. | |
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A Runner from San Fernando Valley, CA
(3/3/2001)
 "Been There, Done That!" (about: 1992)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 3 I give the course a 5 for beauty, after all, you're in Hawaii. In '92 the city decided to tear up the road used in the marathon. Needless to say, 30,000 runners crammed on one side of an already narrow highway does not make for fast running. Thousands of novice marathoners also slowed the pace. Most started walking by mile 8 and it was difficult to pass them. My favorite part was when people started smoking during the marathon. I love the shirt and finisher medal even though it took me way more time than it should have due to the crowd. I'm glad I did it but wouldn't go back. |
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