Being a Quad Cities resident, the race course was familiar. This makes the miles seem much longer especially beyond the 20 mile mark. The spectators and volunteers, however were placed throughout the course where you need them the most. This was one of the most enjoyable events that I have participated in and it will be on my list of activities for 2005.

Flat, fast course - hot day in 2004! The water stops were well stocked, just a little bit oddly spaced. There was a long dry spell between 19 and 21. Overall a great race.

Great race! Terrific organization, nice selection of distances, and outstanding runner support. The only thing I would change is having an earlier start time.

The race overall was very well run. Very organized. Packet pick up was smooth. Appreciated the maps there. The only small problem was two of the water stations. Had to wait for water, or they weren't spread out far enough. Otherwise an awesome race!! Beautiful city!

This is the 4th time I've done this marathon and the 6th time I've done a race at this event.

The course has one change from years past: the 'out and back' through East Moline has been replaced by an asphalt bike path loop. On one hand I missed seeing the runners on the way back and missed East Moline. On the other hand the bike path was much easier on the feet and provided beautiful views of the river and some marsh-land views.

This course offers some small town, shady neighborhoods, bike path, historic areas along with excellent race orginization.

One downside for some: this course tends to attract solid runners (3-4:30 range) and those who walk (as I did) or who are slow will find LOTS of 'alone time' after the half marathon splits off (at around mile 10). I finished in 5:13 (more than 1 hour ahead of the cut-off) and was alone for much of the time.

This race is fairly flat (all except for getting onto the bridges!) and a fast run. The volunteers are so wonderful, the medical people are helpful, and the runners are very friendly.

Could not have been better race day! The only thing I would do differently is NOT stay at the Sheraton in Rock Island.

If you have never run along the Mississippi this is your chance. The course allows you to enjoy the views. This race is very well organized and I will be back. Thanks to all the volunteers for the great experience.

This is a great marathon that is lacking in participants only because Chicago has too many. The course is flat and fast. This past year the were 6-7 Gu stations plus numerous water and Gatorade stations. There are entertainers all around the course. The spectators cheer loudly for you and make up for low numbers. The volunteers are fantastic. The group going by in the truck shouting through a bullhorn was a nice touch as were all the ones on bicycles. There could have been some cheering crowds at the half marathon mark instead of a clock and a person in a truck. Though, I understand that access the military island is limited. My only other complaint is they should give more than one slice of pizza at the end. I had a great massage at the end of the race. I hope the marathon race numbers continue to grow as there really should be a couple of thousand people running this race.

I have been a spectator at the Q.C. Marathon for the past 5 runnings. I just want to thank the race organizers for such a wonderful event for the Q.C. and for the Midwest. I've taken my family every year to support all the marathoners, and it's just a wonderfull experience. Thank you!