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Dublin Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.3 
Organization 4.0 
Spectators 4.2
Number of comments: 267 [displaying comments 51 to 61]
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Finn O;Mara from Co Mayo, Ireland
(2/20/2010)
 "Great all around." (about: 2009)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Having done a few marathons abroad, I was keen to experience the home marathon for comparison. I was proud of it and I couldn't find fault with anything really. Will be very keen to do it again, even if it is wet and windy (can't always get perfect weather). | |
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Rebecca Vestal from Washington, DC, USA
(1/13/2010)
 "Great course, great people, a must try!" (about: 2007)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 A fantastic course that starts in the narrow Dublin streets and stretches through parks and green space. The race welcomes all runners and pulls in awesome spectators who cheer you on all the way. Perfect weather, and you can't beat celebrating your finish with an authentic pint of Guinness. We traveled from Washington DC and California to run this race; it was very well organized and easy to find, and everyone was super friendly. | |
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A. M. from Wales UK
(11/21/2009)
"Top-class marathon" (about: 2009)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was a fantastic experience. My first visit to Dublin and my first marathon - and both were very impressive. The support was very encouraging, especially in the latter stages. Excellent organization throughout. Locals were every bit as friendly as the billing suggested. Highly recommended! | |
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G. G. from San Diego, CA
(11/9/2009)
"Well Done!!" (about: 2009)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my first marathon and the course, crowd, weather and city FAR exceeded my expectations. Thank you for a very memorable experience! | |
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F. S. from Dublin, Ireland
(11/6/2009)
"Highly Recommended" (about: 2009)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my fourth marathon, and after doing London last year, I was interested in seeing how it would compare. I'm delighted to say that Dublin did not let itself down! Can't say a bad word about the race. Organization was excellent, from the efficient number collection at the expo, to the very handy 250ml water bottles during the run. I liked the model and top-quality long-sleeve running top from Adidas for the finishers. Support was terrific at the later stages when it was needed. | |
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T. B. from USA
(11/4/2009)
"would run it again" (about: 2009)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 It's easy to plan, since entry is guaranteed. The course has some moderate hills in the second half, but I think it's great. Expo is okay; get your pasta elsewhere unless you really want an Adidas t-shirt. Toilets indicated on the map near the corrals did not exist, so the baggage area was the last chance until the first water stop. Fans were great, although sparse in spots. I think we got lucky on the weather (light wind, no rain). | |
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C. H. from Belfast, N Ireland
(10/29/2009)
"unforgettable experience" (about: 2009)
First Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my first ever marathon and I couldn't have chosen any better. The weather was perfect - blue skies, mild temp, no breeze. The pre-race organization was great and easy to follow. The course wound through some beautiful parts of Dublin, including a full four miles within Phoenix Park. The atmosphere and support generated by the crowds was terrific, and a huge help in the latter stages of the race. Loved my medal and Adidas souvenir running shirt that I got at the end. I do not have a bad word to say about the whole experience and would recommend this race to anyone. | |
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L. P. from Boston, MA
(10/29/2009)
"Always good!" (about: 2009)
11-50 previous marathons
| 3 Dublin Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was my 30th marathon and third Dublin Marathon. Love the course, city, volunteers, and spectators. This is a great race and one you can always count on to be good. Great weather too! | |
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M. O. from Ireland
(10/28/2009)
"Loved it; when suffering, the crowds were great" (about: 2009)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 My first Dublin, and fourth marathon overall. I loved it. Crowds were great; weather was great. City looked good. Volunteers were very helpful. I'll be back next year. | |
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James Skinner from Gloucestershire, England
(10/6/2009)
 "Excellent, understated, autumnal marathon" (about: 2006)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Dublin Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 Dublin has created a most enjoyable marathon. Having previously run London, Dublin follows on well afterward. It's a mid-sized event that takes place on an Irish Bank Holiday Monday at the end of October. This feels too late in the year, as temperatures can be on the low side, with rain/wind a factor. September or May would probably be better alternatives to October. However, don't let this stop you from running Dublin. The course is scenic, especially the part through Phoenix Park (the largest enclosed urban park in Europe). This comes quite early on into the race and it is really nice. Later on, the course is quite open and therefore wind can be a problem, especially if coming in off the Irish Sea. The organization is very good, with a fine pre-race expo in Lansdowne. Here you can purchase some of the Adidas race merchandise, which is nice - the event definitely benefits by having a tie with someone like Adidas. Crowds are pretty good, although better in some parts of the course than others. They're especially vocal around St. Stephen's Green/Trinity College at the start and finish area. Overall, Dublin is a growing event on the European marathon scene. The city has been booming in recent times and this makes for a fun weekend break. Be sure to visit the Guinness Brewery post-race for delicious food/drink. |
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