This was my 4th and favorite marathon! Indoor and outdoor bathrooms at the start were plentiful and clean. There weren't a ton of fans, but the ones that were there were enthusiastic. Your name is printed on the bib and so people cheer for you by name, which I thought was helpful. There were plenty of water stops. I would describe this course as mostly flat or downhill. There was only one memorable incline at the very beginning of the course. Music along the course was good, especially the blaring Michael Jackson tunes toward the end. The only drawbacks of this race were: (1) the out-and-back portion of the course is a bit mentally discouraging (it seemed like we were running out forever) and (2) post-race food was mediocre. Other than that, I thought this was a fantastic event and I would highly recommend it for both first-time and veteran marathoners.

Having run this race last year, I looked forward to seeing the new route. I was not disappointed. They kept the best part of the old route and added a new section along the lake, which was superb. When they had initially published the route change, I had expected to be running along Lakeshore, but was very pleasantly surprised to find my self on the recreation paths along the lake as opposed to more concrete roadway.

Having run this race before, this was my "make or break" year for Toronto. I'm glad to say this year's effort was a "MAKE." I've stopped my search for a different October marathon and have already marked next year's edition of this race on my calendar. The route makes a difference.

Awesome changes to the course and a great race-day experience. You made the right choice in ditching the North York segment and adding the waterfront. Very enjoyable and you had a great sense of the city. There seemed to be more spectators and musicians this year. The volunteers were awesome and I much prefer the spirit of this marathon as compared to Scotiabank. Great job.... See you next year!!!!!!!!

A well organized and fun marathon to run. Lots of entertainment and terrific volunteers on the course. A real city, point-to-point course that takes in so much of Toronto. Bart Yasso said it: the dinner is not to be missed. It is the best, period! Expo, shirt, medals are all among the best that I've seen. Highly recommended.

I love this race and have made the trip back to TO 6 times in the last 8 years to run it. They have the best dinner and kits I've ever seen, and a really nice medal too. The tech shirts they give are of excellent quality, much better than what you get at most races.

On the course there is great fan support and music. The water stations are plentiful and lots of great food at the finish line.

They have just changed part of the course for this year and it looks fantastic. I'm looking forward to running it again this year and set a PB. Great job, Toronto!

I have some idea of what it takes to get a course changed in a big city. You guys nailed it with this one and I think it's probably among the best big city courses in North America. I can't wait to run this again after a long absence from marathoning. You've got eveything here - great streets, neighborhoods, parks, the lake and a real sense of history as you run through the city. This is what a city course should be!

By the way, your website is great! Lots of great information and tools.

I loved this event last year and just got the email with the new course. It's fantastic - a home run! It will really showcase the city and different neighborhoods. The bands and volunteers last year were wonderful and am looking forward to running this again. Way to go!

I ran this marathon October 2006 and was very disappointed. First of all, there were very few spectators, especially during mile 21-25. I know that when I am running 26.2 miles, I really appreciate cheering crowds! And second, Cliff Shots were handed out at the water station. I am not about to stop at the station, eat the shot and then drink some water. The water should have been given a quarter mile after the Cliff Shots so the runner does not have to stop. I do not recommend this marathon if you actually want to have fun while you are running! Too boring and poorly organized.

My whole family ran - 2 kids and wife in the 5K, my sister ran the half and I ran the full. It was very well organized with wonderful volunteers who offered the right amount of assistance and motivation when needed.

I attended the dinner, which was fantastic, and met Bill Rodgers and Bart Yasso. Bart's slideshow and Kathrine Switzer's talk were funny, inspirational and motivating. I have told everyone to attend this dinner as part of the weekend events.

The expo was well laid out, only medium-sized with some good buys. The kits had so much stuff in them that they overflowed, and the running shirt you get is the best one I have.

Race day was fun and made more enjoyable by the many bands and music on a great, scenic course. Hills, parks, residential and commercial areas of the city and more cheering people out than I expected to see made it an interesting run. If they could crank the volume at the music stations like in NY, LA or Chicago, it would be even better.

The finish area was well laid out and easy to navigate. The best is getting your bag right away at the tent and changing your clothes, then having a massage. Lots of food available in the tent for runners only, and in the park for everyone. It was a party atmosphere with so many people just hanging and watching others come in or listening to the music. Having Bill Rodgers, Bart Yasso, and Kathrine Switzer at the finish line cheering you as you cross was another highlight. Great crowds at Queen's Park. The medals were just huge - I almost fell over when it was put on me. It's nice to see this race continue to grow and enjoyed by so many.

I just moved up here the middle of last year and was excited to run my first Toronto Marathon. A blast on a perfect running day with a lot of music from bands and DJ's, and better-than-expected crowd support. The volunteers were fantastic with a lot of energy. You'll see some of the nicer areas of the city like Forest Hill, Rosedale and Yonge St. I suggest going to the dinner on Saturday night. Kathrine Switzer was truly inspiring and the food was good too. A fun marathon and well organized. Next year they have to crank the music volume.