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Glass City Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.2 
Organization 4.4 
Spectators 3.7
Number of comments: 234 [displaying comments 221 to 228]
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M. S. from Milwaukee, WI
(4/14/2003)
 "Fast course & well-run event for a small marathon" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 2003 was my first time running this race. As promised, the course was relatively flat and fast (good news for someone looking for PR or Boston qualifier). Some potholes and traffic to negotiate, but on the whole, the course was fine. Lots of scenic views in miles 5-12, with miles 1-4 and 16-26 being more urban. I was especially impressed with the provisions on the course. Given that this is a smaller marathon, I was concerned about how reliable water stops and etc would be. But water and Powerade were provided every 2 miles without fail, and sometimes more frequently than that. There were also race reps calling out average pace per mile and pace-to-finish times at about 4 or 5 spots on the course (very helpful!). For next year, more visible mile markers would be a help (they're painted on the road, and you don't see them until you're right on top of them). Other than that, an enjoyable and well-run event. Thanks to the Toledo Road Runners Club for a job well done. | |
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A Runner from Dayton, Ohio
(4/23/2002)
 "Very Nice Event!" (General Comments)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 The traffic control was very good throughout the event and the course was well marked. Excellent support and the course was interesting and fun. I wish there had been a volunteer at the intersection near the finish line; I did not see the direction arrow and went off course for a bit, but got back on course with some help. The shirt is very tasteful, the medal is nice and the mug is quite grand. I would do this again...! Good job TRRC!! | |
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(Jon Beasley) from Fort Wayne, IN
(4/23/2002)
"Nicely organized smaller marathon" (about: 2002)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I returned to this marathon after running it 25 years ago. Although the weather really sucked, the organizers and volunteers did an excellent job. The volunteers deserve as many awards as the runners...having to endure the cold, wind, and rain for hours. It's typically a little warmer than 40 degrees in Toledo in late April. The course is pretty nice as it starts downtown, crosses the main Maumee bridge(only one of two real hills on the entire course), then winds through the outskirt towns of Toledo. The only knock on the course is that the streets have quite a few potholes...probably more noticeable since there were many puddles to step over. The organization of this under 1000-person marathon/marathon relay is top-notch. There were plenty(approx. every 2 miles) of aid stations serving water and power aid. Some 'goo' would be a nice addition, especially in the later miles. The mile markers seemed very accurate, but neon spray paint or signs might help them stand out more. Again, maybe the wet streets reduced the contrast. Every aid station was well-stocked with volunteers - EXCELLENT JOB! The guys giving splits AND PACES were a dream come true as I realized, while driving to the race that morning, that I forgot my watch....DOH! It's hard to really judge the spectators due to the weather. There seemed to be more people out there than I would have expected, but then again, I was pretty busy spitting, snorting, squinting, grunting, and all those other lovely things we do during marathons to really notice the spectators that much. I didn't stick around very long after the finish, but there was an assortment of bagels, fruit, chicken noodle soup, and beverages. The finishers received a glass mug and a large medal. Another nice touch...the announcer read off the runners' names and hometowns as you approached the finish line. All entrants received a high-quality, tan, long-sleeved shirt. Very Nice. Doesn't have all the ugly sponsor logos on the back. If you're a tight-ass like me and want to know the value of this race, I'd definitely say it was worth the money($35). With decent weather, this race could definitely be a PR course. This is a well-run race without the hassle of large crowds. | |
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A Runner from Oregon, OH
(4/21/2002)
"Very nice course, flat and fast." (about: 2002)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 I ran the 2002 race and have only 1 suggestion. I noticed that there are no mile markers other than a line on the street. I would have liked to have seen a large sign posted in the air with each mile marker. My family and friends had a heck of time finding me at certain times and it would have been much easier had they been able to see the mile markers. Otherwise, if you live anywhere near Toledo, I recommend this race. I think it was very well organgized. I liked how they announced most of the runner's names, as they approached the finish line too. I couldn't imagine a worse day to run with the wind and rain but that is April in Toledo. | |
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A veteran of 58 marathons from Illinois, USA
(4/25/2001)
"A really good small marathon" (about: 2001)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 If you don't like taking two or five or nine minutes to cross the start line; if you don't like having to swerve through other runners to get your drink; if you don't like people stopping in front of you; if you don't like having to chop your stride the whole race to avoid running into people - this race is for you. The Glass City course is urban and suburban with a few small hills. Toledo is a handsome and friendly little city, and the different suburban areas that you pass through, plus crossing and later re-crossing the Maumee River lend variety and interest to the course. I liked going out on one side of the river and then coming back on the other side. I also liked that the course didn't repeat itself all the time. Yes, the course is open to traffic but it was never an issue for me. The police protection at intersections is excellent. The aid stations are adequate and are competently staffed. The overall organization compares favorably with races that draw thousands more runners. The cost of staying in Toledo is very cheap relative to other urban marathons, and even the headquarters hotel is a good value. The finisher mementos are really nice - medals are fine but the mug is really nice. The pasta buffet at the host hotel (a Radisson) was reasonably priced and of very high quality. I can't really think of very many negatives. This is probably not the race you want if it is important to you to have thousands of cheering spectators. The expo is very tiny. Glass City is just a nice, straightforward little race with a minimum of hoopla, but also one where all of the important things are taken care of. I came to this race for the first time in 2001 mostly because the Lake County Marathon, north of Chicago, was cancelled. I am really glad I made this choice for my spring marathon. | |
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A Runner from ohio
(3/26/2001)
 "open to traffic" (General Comments)
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 1 The race course is open to traffic for the last 24 miles. If running a race without seeing a car is what you are looking for in a marathon then avoid this one. If cars do not bother you then this is an okay race. Except for going over the bridge in the first mile, the course is very flat. | |
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A Runner from Ann Arbor, MI, USA
(1/28/2001)
"Deserves to be larger than it is." (about: 2000)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I intended to run this as a training run but things were going so well, I just went all out and set a new PR. The course is nice - rolling but gentle, but the scenery is a little sparse. But if you need good scenery, you're not concentrating enough on your running, I say! Organization was great and everything went smoothly. The start at the convention center is always a good thing. Spectators were sparse but the ones that were there were gung-ho! Volunteers, as all volunteers are, were heaven sent. This is overall a great little event. It's not a 'desitnation' marathon, but if you live anywhere within driving distance, or like smaller marathons, seriously consider this one! The finisher's mug was really a nice touch. And with the small size, us slower runners might even be able to place in an age group! I will do this again this year. I LOVE the intimacy of small marathons and think they all deserve more support! | |
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A Runner from Carrollton, Michigan
(1/14/2001)
"Really a nice event" (General Comments)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 I have done Glass City 5 times and never regretted it. Friendly people. Nice expo. It has gotten a bit smaller over the years, not sure why because I think it is very well done. |
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