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The San Francisco Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.3 
Organization 3.6 
Spectators 2.6
Number of comments: 503 [displaying comments 501 to 503]
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A Runner from The Southeastern US
(6/22/2000)
 "Great Course -- Where Were the Fans?" (about: 1999)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 This race is worth doing simply because the course is outstanding! The views of the Golden Gate Bridge and of the different sections of the city are only topped by the runs through Golden Gate Park. The weather last year was pretty warm (got up near 80 toward the end), but there was no humidity. The hills, (esp. up Haight St. midrace and the hills into the park at 24) are a definite challenge and you do need to be prep'd -- going out too fast will cost you. The race was pretty-organized, although it would have been nice to get a larger certificate. In looking at the website for the 2000 race, it looks like there is a lot more focus being placed on organization and planning -- word was that in 99, the race management organization was new and got rolling a bit late. Despite that, they did a pretty good job. Plenty of water stops and very good munchies aftwards. The only downside to the race was the lack of spectators. The city just doesn't support the race. Most people didn't seem to be aware the race was going on, and the traffic jams race day were pretty extreme. If it wasn't for Team In Training volunteers, there would have been virtually nobody watching the race. On the other hand, the real star here is the course. . Bottom line: save your PR run for another race, but totally enjoy the experience. | |
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A Runner from Berkeley, California
(6/12/2000)
 "Great challenging course" (General Comments)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 The course is about as scenic as a city marathon could possibly get. The hills are difficult so it isn't a fast marathon, but if you train for hills you should enjoy the run. The city does not embrace this race, however; an unusual attitude for SF. Few spectators show up and the lack of real prize money keeps elite runners away. Nonetheless, it is a great experience if you aren't looking for a PR. | |
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A Runner from California
(3/27/2000)
"The hills are the most challenging part." (about: 1999)
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 This was my first marathon and it was a hard first marathon! The hills were gruelling and a lot worse than I imagined (or trained for). |
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