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Humboldt Redwoods Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.6 
Organization 4.4 
Spectators 2.6
Number of comments: 31 [displaying comments 21 to 31]
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C. B. from California
(10/17/2006)
 "A Giant Success!" (about: 2006)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Humboldt Redwoods Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 I had a great time and will hopefully run it next year! This was my very first marathon and because it's a smaller event, the competition wasn't as tight as I had expected. As a result, I crossed the finish line in 3:45:59, first in my division [Males 25-29]. On top of that, I attained a half-marathon PR of 1:39. Although the spectators were minor, those who did show gave all of their support and encouragement to us runners. Thank you all for that! Of course, not enough can be said about the beauty of the course and its natural surroundings. I almost felt like I was running on trails, being so deep inside the green-density that is Humboldt Redwoods State Park. My compliments to the organizers, volunteers and enforcement officials who kept the traffic at bay and who made the race a huge success. Thank you everyone! You've made my first marathon experience fun and unforgettable. Looking forward to future races and good times! All hail the Green Triangle and the Avenue of the Giants! Rah-rah-rah! Woo-woo! | |
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G. Y. from Baltimore, Maryland
(10/27/2005)
 "Great run - especially for a first" (about: 2005)
First Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This run was great! Based on previous comments I decided to make this one my first marathon. I traveled all the way from Baltimore, MD and it was well worth it. The scenery is incredible, the support by the Boy Scouts was very helpful and even though there were only a few spectators along the route, they cheered their hearts out. The whole experience was fantastic. Thanks to everyone for their hard work and support. | |
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R. F. from Denver, CO
(10/21/2005)
"Beauty abounds" (about: 2005)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Humboldt Redwoods Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 The marathon and the area around it are beautiful, peaceful, and this is a fantastic small marathon. If, however, you are looking for a flat, fast marathon, this isn't it. The last 13 miles of the marathon will take your breath away in terms of the scenery, but the rolling hills, sharp corners and rough pavement all take your breath away too. Each mile was clearly marked and the aid stations were every couple of miles, which, for the temps during the 2005 race, were good. If it gets hotter, however, you are going to want to bring your own 'support'. The end of race is very mellow, so don't expect lots of food and drink. Organization and parking were good. | |
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J. M. from Minnesota
(9/15/2005)
"Gorgeous fast course - loved it!" (about: 2004)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Humboldt Redwoods Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 The course is reasonably flat and very scenic. There is a long and gradual climb from about mile 13 to 19, however you then turn around and descend that same route. There weren't a lot of places for fans, but being in nature without fans was quite nice. | |
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Steve Mathews from Kansas City, Missouri
(4/27/2004)
"LIKE RUNNING IN ANOTHER WORLD!" (about: 2002)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Humboldt Redwoods Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 1 Ran the marathon in 2002 and loved it! Plenty of shade and solitude and ample aid stations. If you like big crowds of spectators this is NOT your race, but with these TREES (and the ravens!) who needs spectators. Wish I lived closer, I'd run this one every year! | |
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Gina Ramirez from Folsom, California
(10/21/2003)
 "Please Change The Start Time" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 1 Wonderful course which is spectacularly beautiful but a bit hilly in the latter middle miles. I loved the second turnaround because you can practically sprint the last 6 miles downhill, which helped after the hills from 15 to 19.5 miles. The weather is nice in the beginning of the race but it was so hot at the end that it became difficult to finish this year (I've run it 3 times). If the race started at an earlier time it would allow the runners to be able to go back to their hotels to shower prior to driving (up to 5-6 hours) home. It may help with the heat also. Otherwise, enjoy the scenery. | |
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T. E. from Los Angeles, CA
(10/21/2003)
 "Beautiful and a bit challenging" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 As has been posted, the vast majority of runners do the 1/2 marathon, which is relatively flat so everyone is going fast. Then the second half, most of the runners disappear and it is pretty much constant gradual hills. So the back half was difficult for me. Probably the most beautiful marathon I have run. Too bad there is no expo, but it's a very small area. Really worth the trip. Best t-shirt ever and a nice medal, too. | |
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J. M. from Florida
(10/19/2003)
"Great race..." (about: 2001)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 3 My husband ran the 2001 marathon and I ran the 2001 half-marathon. We had a great time, and it was fun getting to see each other on the out-and-back loops during the race. | |
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A Runner from Juneau, Alaska
(8/8/2002)
"Beautiful area, good course without crowds" (about: 1998)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 1 Ran this in 1998 and my only wish was for more shade during the second half where the heat (~72+) and small hills zapped me at the end. I hear that was uncommonly warm for this area in late Oct. (But I still got a PR.) Organization very good and great matching avian theme t-shirts & medals. A must is the pre-race pasta dinner at the local VFW where local runners and visitors mingle. Volunteer massage folks and good mix of light food after the race were great. Lots of runners stayed in the redwoods campground but we opted for a local hotel. (Showers & hot tub were our priorities.) Nice place to spend some vacation time after the race and sightsee the redwoods area. Arcata has a farmer's market worth visiting on Saturday. | |
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A Runner from N. Cal
(12/17/2000)
 "Beautiful Marathon" (General Comments)
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 Beautiful marathon. The 1/2 is a major event and most people run it. It draws some very fast runners so unless your very fast don't get caught up in the speed as most stop at mile 13.1. After that there is a good climb, nearly 5 miles thus don't go into it thinking it is an easy marathon. I think it is just slightly easier than San Francisco. Nice race to place in as there are not many runners and with a time of 3:06 I even got 3rd in my age group (34); go figure? Rob |
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