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Reykjavik Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.1 
Organization 3.8 
Spectators 3.1
Number of comments: 42 [displaying comments 31 to 41]
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David Malone from Lubbock, TX
(9/12/2003)
 "Fabulous location for a marathon" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 The best features of this marathon include: Nice course, with the exception of one poorly marked area through a neighborhood. Much of the race was run on great pedestrian paths, with views of the city and the water; Predictably cool weather. The entire week saw temps that rarely ventured away from the mid-50's - day or night. The unpredictable feature was rain. Reykjavik seems to be able to generate showers on a whim; Getting out of Reykjavik puts you in an incredibly pristine and beautiful environment; The thermal baths (especially the Blue Lagoon) are perfect for post-marathon legs; and I finally know how to spell Reykjavik. | |
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Chris Tomlinson from California - USA
(8/30/2003)
 "The adventure is what it's all about!" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 3 This was my first international marathon (with Marathon Tours) and I had a great time! My only expectation going into this was that 'it could be cold, so bring a running jacket and gloves just in case!' I was right... I used them both and was still cold! What I learned is that Iceland's weather is very unpredictable... and the day of the marathon was not exactly a good weather day. The course was relatively flat, with some rain and very blistery wind at some points. Since there are not a whole lot of people in this marathon you may find yourself running alone at some points. No spectators around - kind of like going out on a long run on Sunday. Really, the only negative was that at the end of the race there were only bananas ('where's the spread we usually see?!'). Aside from the marathon, this country is truly fascinating... and the Blue Lagoon will make you feel wonderful after the marathon! | |
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C. T. from Toronto, Canada
(8/23/2003)
 "It provides a great excuse for a tourist" (about: 2003)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 3 This is a small marathon with all that typically means very few spectators and rudimentary organization. That said, they did well for something this scale. The city itself is worth the visit and the Icelandic countryside (not showcased by the marathon) is superb. You are more likely to be bothered by rain than heat, and that rain is typically gentle (more drizzle than rain this year). There were chunks of the loop course in which the wind was annoying, but you know you are going to be taking chances with the weather in a North Atlantic venue. The marathon met my expectations and more, but this is not where I would send the first-time marathoner unless he (or she) was running with a group. I will think seriously of returning another year. | |
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A Runner from guernsey, channel islands
(10/12/2002)
"cool summer run" (about: 2002)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 A fairly flat new course with a few drags, and a small second loop near the finish. Great sea views of mountains, but the inner portion is a bit bland. A laid back, small marathon with not many fans, but the Icelanders are a very welcoming people and the city is the safest I have ever been to. A bonus was the race coincided with culture night in Reyljavik with lots to entertain you. | |
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A Runner from guernsey, channel islands
(10/12/2002)
"cool summer run" (about: 2002)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 A fairly flat new course with a few drags, and a small second loop near the finish. Great sea views of mountains, but the inner portion is a bit bland. A laid back, small marathon with not many fans, but the Icelanders are a very welcoming people and the city is the safest I have ever been to. A bonus was the race coincided with culture night in Reyljavik with lots to entertain you. | |
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A Runner from guernsey, channel islands
(10/12/2002)
"cool summer run" (about: 2002)
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 A fairly flat new course with a few drags, and a small second loop near the finish. Great sea views of mountains, but the inner portion is a bit bland. A laid back, small marathon with not many fans, but the Icelanders are a very welcoming people and the city is the safest I have ever been to. A bonus was the race coincided with culture night in Reyljavik with lots to entertain you. | |
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A Runner from USA
(9/27/2002)
 "2002 Reykjavik - Worth it, but..." (about: 2002)
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 OK, Reykjavik was interesting. It was not my first marathon, but was my smallest. The positives are that is was not crowded, in an interesting city, was a new course without the major double loops, set on a new date to match with cultural festival, and a unique experience. The negatives are having to share the road with traffic, there were very few toliets, were short on crowd support, Coca Cola and Fanta were the energy drinks, and i didnt like running some portions without seeing anyone. Worth running? Yep, if you set your expectations in advance. This is not the marathon to do if you are looking for support (crowd or race), but is a good experience. At the end of the day, you will have interesting stories to tell. | |
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A Runner from Milan, Italy
(9/18/2002)
"Running alone" (about: 2002)
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 1 Very beautiful scenery in this by the sea marathon. But Reykjavik, compared with the number of inhabitants, is a giant city and you are always running in the city. Iceland is so strange and different from any other place of the world. The marathon too, with relatives of the few runners as only spectators. Good drink. Few food. But if you want to make a trip here, you have to run it. Be prepared with the wind. | |
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A Runner from Germany
(4/16/2002)
 "Gods Land" (General Comments)
COURSE: 1 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 I exspected an island nature course, but it was just the not very attractive town area of Reykjavik. After the race I ran a bit through the real island. A fantastic experience, that travel worth. That's why I will return to run first the city and later the country. | |
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A Runner from Malmo, Sweden
(1/12/2002)
"Same distance, different setting" (about: 2001)
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 Iceland is undoubtedly an interesting country if nature is to be considered. Not many natives inhabit the island so it is impossible to expect a lot of spectators along the track, which is quite flat and easy to run. Some parts are set along a highway which dulls the overall feeling. The feeling is though balanced with the long distance that you run along the seaside. Many open fields that can be tricky if windy. In all, flat and nice race. My biggest reward being; to be able to relax after the race at the Blue Lagoon hot spring. Incredibly nice for the legs and feet!! If you wish to mix marathon with travel and nature - I recommed this strongly. If just for the thrill of a marathon experience maybe another venue is to be recommended. |
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