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Lake Tahoe Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.8 
Organization 4.3 
Spectators 3.6
Number of comments: 77 [displaying comments 11 to 21]
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Charles Zuckerman from San Francisco, CA
(10/13/2015)
 "Beautiful views and lovely race" (about: 2015)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Lake Tahoe Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 This was a very enjoyable marathon. The first 19 miles were gorgeous but the last 7 wind their way through normal urban sprawl in South Lake Tahoe (sprawl with mountains behind them to be sure but sprawl nonetheless). The organizer and organization was great. His flurry of emails for the C+ students with never ending direction were a welcome source of amusement as the day approached. There are not many people up there this time of year so don't expect huge fan support and if you happen to be running past the cars being held up for the start of the half marathon, be ready for some not so nice comments but you can live with that. Next year I am aiming to do the triple (they have a marathon scheduled each day Friday, Saturday and Sunday allowing you to circumnavigate the lake). | |
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Ellen Spatt from AZ
(10/13/2015)
"Beautiful Course" (about: 2015)
6-10 previous marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 This Marathon course and weekend were absolutely beautiful. From the organized and funny race director to the great volunteers at aid stations to the absolutely fabulous course, I would highly recommend this event! I only graded spectators a 2 because most of the course was a 'closed course' and there weren't many areas for spectators to gather. This event weekend is a 5 star in my mind! | |
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J. M. from Vacaville CA
(10/12/2015)
 "Great time" (about: 2015)
First Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 Great Time. | |
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R. S. from VENTURA, CA
(10/12/2015)
"All in all an excellent time" (about: 2015)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Lake Tahoe Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 Was everything perfect? No Did I expect perfection? No Did I have a wonderful time? Absolutely! | |
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K. C. from Stockton, CA
(10/12/2015)
 "Beautiful Fun Course" (about: 2015)
4-5 previous marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my first time running this race. The course had beautiful scenery and was challenging. I enjoyed the gentle slope of the inclines with the quad burning downhill into South Shore. This was a well organized race with plenty of aid along the way. Definitely a do again. | |
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Kristin Walstad from California, USA
(10/12/2015)
"Spectacular views, friendly volunteers/staff." (about: 2015)
11-50 previous marathons
| 2 Lake Tahoe Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I have run 20 marathons in various states and the Tahoe Marathon is one of my favorites. It offers amazing views of Lake Tahoe on a challenging but fun course, extremely friendly support crew, and a well organized post race venue on the beach. I highly recommend this event to locals and those visiting the Tahoe area. | |
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D. E. from Iowa
(9/26/2014)
 "Bucket List Marathon" (about: 2014)
11-50 previous marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 I would like to first thank the race director and all the volunteers. They were very hospitable and made the entire experience enjoyable. I'll agree the organization wasn't up to par with major marathons but I ran the race for the course itself and if there's a more scenic race in this country, I haven't seen it. The start began as the sun began peaking the mountains which made for a beautiful start. Yes, the sprinklers went off but I simply stayed away from them. No big deal. The early miles were fairly flat and not of concern. They were just filled with Lake Tahoe beauty. The hills past mile 14 were a challenge, no, let me correct myself, they were BRUTAL but they shouldn't be a surprise to anyone. I think there were enough water stops, even for a high altitude race. The volunteers holding down the stations were great. I was surprised to have to run on the shoulder of the road as we were told the lane we'd be running on would be closed. Not a huge deal because the race is small and the runners spread out very quickly. The last couple miles on the bike path were a little irritating. You had to compete with morning walkers, hikers and families out for a Sunday bike ride. Not really something I look forward to from mile 24-26. Still, not a huge deal as this isn't a PR course. The Expo - nice shirt, duffle bag and they had a lot of 'vintage' stuff from past races and were selling it dirt cheap. The host hotel was very expensive but fortunately, the South Tahoe area is filled with options if you take the time to investigate. The finisher's medal is very nice. Looking back, I'll probably never run this race again as it's a trip half way across the country but it was a bucket list race for me. The course will likely always be one of my favorites! Thanks Tahoe. | |
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S. M. from California
(9/19/2014)
 "Worst Organization Ever" (about: 2014)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Lake Tahoe Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 1 FANS: 3 This was my 34th marathon in 12 years. Worst organization ever!! After 4 days, still no results have been posted, nobody knows who won the event, and runners are wondering in what position they finished. No bid number pick-up available on the race day, even if the event is quite small (<400 people). Starting line was in a field, where sprinklers were working non stop, and most of the runners got wet. Nice, considering the terrible draught we are in...Finish line was chaotic, with marathoners, 1/2 marathoners and 10k runners finishing at the same time. Logistic is complex, as every runner has to take shuttles to starting line and from finish line (impossible to park your car). Beautiful views on the lake, and very nice volunteers, but next year, please try to resolve some of the issues runners have to face, or the number of participant will drop even further. Thanks | |
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N. W. from Henderson NV
(8/23/2014)
"My first marathon (a hard one but worth it!)" (about: 2013)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Lake Tahoe Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I know Tahoe well and was drawn to this race by the opportunity to run around Emerald Bay with no car traffic. Anyone coming to Tahoe for the first time might not appreciate how special that is. I did the early-start, which had only about 50 runner/walkers. What I haven't seen mentioned is that even the regular-start marathon doesn't have a lot of runners - fewer than 400, I think. As far as I was concerned, I liked not being part of a mass of people. Finally, I will mention that you're not limited to staying on South Shore near the expo/hotel and catching the (very early) shuttle to the start line. You can also stay on the North Shore nearer the start line and not have to wake up as early before the race. They offer shuttles back to the start line after the race in addition to those back to South Shore locations. Check the shuttle schedule against your predicted race time. I think some depart late enough to accommodate even the slowest runners. | |
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C. J. from Cincinnati, OH
(10/9/2013)
"Beautiful course" (about: 2013)
50+ previous marathons
| 1 Lake Tahoe Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 A very scenic course around Lake Tahoe. Not one to do for time, but to just experience it. Very hilly. Bring a camera with you for some gorgeous scenery. The aid stations have some of the best volunteers around. Saw one of the best sunrises I have ever seen at the start of the race in Tahoe City, overlooking the Lake as a bagpiper was playing. WOW! Most people who run this come from sea level, so don't let the altitude scare you. Just go a bit slower and enjoy! Kudos to Les Wright and his crew! |
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