The QC Marathon was my first marathon. It is a flat, scenic race, and I finished wanting to do it again. The only down point was the Arsenal; there was a dearth of crowd of support. The high point is the hills, or lack there of. Crowd support at beginning and end of race is great. A great first-time race; it will make you want to run another one.

Once again Joe Moreno and his supporting cast did an awesome job. I can't even imagine the hours spent trying to organize a race of this magnitude. I do, however, feel that the overall award winners should not receive awards in age groups. Does anyone need to be recognized twice for their achievement? Let's spread the wealth. Congratulations to all the runners.

The newer course change (approx. mile 18-21) needs better support, but I'm not complaining as I know this will be fixed in the future, the organizers and volunteers and the Quad Cities in general have been putting on a topnotch marathon since the first QCM. A model for other communities to follow. The Quad Cities really support the runners in their communities. As always, great course support!!

There were 2 spots on the course that were kinda boring: through the marathon section in Arsenal Island and on the top of the ridge next to the JD plants at the 19-21 mile marks. Lack of spectators and water spots.

Awesome race, with a beautiful tour of every bridge in the Quad Cities. By far the largest problem (beating a dead horse here) is mile 19-20-21: no water. The volunteers said they couldn't get a water station up there.

Wow! Going from my first in Chicago, which was overwhelming, distracting and disappointing (time-wise), to this was amazing.

Forget the hype about the big ones and do a small one like this. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The smaller crowds actually helped me to focus on the task at hand, 3:15 for Boston, and it worked. I ran 3:13.32, even with cruising the last three miles.

The crowds were indeed great, just a little sparse when I need them after losing my pace buddies. I do want to thank Kevin the (future) chiropracter for pacing me most of the way too.

The organization was nearly flawless. I can only echo the concerns of water loss in the last five or six and the pizza was good. I should have waited to eat it. How 'bout three or four tickets for beer OR pizza? Sorry, don't do the beer thing, they went unused.

This was my first half marathon. The actual run that day was far easier than all the preparation I had done. The vounteers were so supportive, the entertainment was great and I felt safe running in the streets. I'll definitely return for next year's race or maybe the full marathon. Thanks to everyone who helped put the event together and made it an excellent race day.

Course was fast and flat; if your looking for a PR, here it is - cut my time by 8 minutes. Just watch the signs and course monitors on the course - got pointed in the wrong direction and almost finished with the half marathoners. Great view of the Missisippi River from the I-74 bridge and the Centennial Bridge. Really liked the extras like the cold sponges and more then one gel stop. Has those personal touches that the big marathons lack. People in the Quad Cities really appreciate the runners.

I have participated in the Bix 7 and numerous 5k races, but this was my first marathon race. It was an awesome experience. The race was very well organized, the route was fun, and the volunteers were friendly and there to cheer you on every step of the way. I will definitely participate again next year.

There should be a couple more water stations during the 19-20-21 mile markers. It looked like there was a sniper in the trees picking off people because of dehydration (cramps in calves and quads). Other than the sniper, it was a wonderful experience. Thanks for helping me achieve one of my life long goals.