Marathon Details - Midsouth Marathon

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Midsouth Marathon & Half Marathon, 5K

Wynne, AR USA

November 2, 2024

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Name:	Ethan T. Cook
Address:	Cross County Ramblers Inc. Midsouth Marathon and Half c/o Ethan T. Cook 494 Hwy 64B Wynne, AR 72396
Phone Number:	(870) 588-5894
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Course 4.3

Organization 4.6

Spectators 3.7

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A. A. from Memphis (2/6/2018) "Midsouth Marathon" (about: 2017) 4-5 previous marathons \| 2 Midsouth Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 I tell ya what! The simple fact that you can email or call the RD and he answers is AMAZING! This is a small town race that doesn't get all carried away with entry fees like most do. The start of the race was AWESOME! The RD prayed a blessing over everyone, and just before the National Anthem said we all know about Freedom of Speech...Butt whoopins are free to! Come to find out, he's a Veteran that did two Combat tours. The course is out and back and would you believe an aid station and port-o-potty every single mile! Access to indoor plumbing, locker rooms, and shower facilities post race as well! Did I mention that this race was $40? $40 and I got a sweet shirt, a big woodallion, and they fed me after the race with BBQ, Pizza, and deserts! I loved it! This is a race that you definitely have to put on the list at least once! You won't be disappointed!
N. K. from St. Louis, MO (12/29/2017) "Forced Patriotism: No No" (about: 2017) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 2 ORGANIZATION: 1 FANS: 4 It was a good race with decent support. Having run 30+ marathons in various states, I didn't expect to run on as many exposed highway shoulders with as much repulsive carrion, but that can be expected. What wasn't expected was the race PA stating that 'If you believe in Free Speech, I believe in a free butt whooping for anyone who doesn't salute the flag during the national anthem.' Subsequently, the race started with a prayer. As a person of Jewish faith, I did not feel comfortable and did not feel at ease. Threatening violence shouldn't be tolerated. Prayer would have been fine under different circumstances. I wouldn't recommend anyone run this race as a result.
B. W. from MI (11/9/2017) "Small, Peaceful marathon (except for the RD)" (about: 2017) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 This is small race in a small town. It's awesome that the cost is so low (only $40). The fee didn't even increase if you registered on race day! The low fee doesn't diminish the race. I got a nice cotton shirt with a tasteful logo and lunch after the race. I knew going in that the roads would not be closed. Most of them are lightly traveled, so it wasn't a big deal. I didn't enjoy running on the extremely canted shoulder for the mile on the highway, though. Overall, the course is pretty. Slightly rolling. Enough to break up the drudgery of a pancake flat route but not hilly enough to wear you out. My only major disappointment with the race was the race director. Starting the race with the national anthem is fine. Threatening to 'whoop' someone's butt if they took a knee isn't cool. I value my freedom and love my country because of it. If standing is compulsory, we're not free.
J. H. from Tennessee (11/7/2017) "Enjoyed Another Great Day Here" (about: 2017) 11-50 previous marathons \| 2 Midsouth Marathons COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 My wife & I both ran the Half Marathon. Enjoyed the day for many reasons but the BEST part of all was 'the start'. The way the National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance & the Prayer was handled was AWESOME! The race director was SPOT ON!!! The course was made of rolling hills, none of which was difficult. The ROTC kids were fantastic, the post race meal was tremendous and I would definitely go back again! Thanks for a great day!
Bobby Gallagher from TN (10/17/2016) "A home town marathon!" (about: 2015) 11-50 previous marathons \| 3 Midsouth Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This race is an easy hour drive from my home in Memphis an early riser doesn't need a hotel. Which is usually the biggest Marathon expense, and back in my own home a few hours later, one of the most convenient and economical races I've ever done. A real diamond in the rough. The temperature this time of year is usually ideal, beautiful foliage, easy route, runners supporting runners one could try and high five everyone on the course from first to last if you wanted to. I run with my music so I don't need the streets lined with people so don't expect that.
K. B. from USA (11/9/2015) "Boring, lonely with lots of rolling hills" (about: 2015) 4-5 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 3 This was my first time running the full marathon for this race. Back in 2004 I ran the half. This race is located in the small town of Wynne, AR. Packet pickup was kind of interesting. I got my bib number, cotton shirt and chip and was told to go assemble my own goodie bag. The pasta party was located in the same location so we ate in the same room after we picked up my packet. The salad was okay but I was not crazy about the meatballs. They had a weird smell and taste and I just couldn't eat them. The salad, dessert and tea were fine. The race course itself was unremarkable. It was an out and back course mostly on the highway with lots of rolling hills. I felt parts of the course was dangerous since parts were not blocked off with cones and we had to run on the highway with big trucks passing by. It was also very windy. I thought the volunteers did a good job with the water stops. However there was not much crowd support due to a lot of the route being on the highway. I thought most of the route was very boring and lonely. I like to run races that give nice bling and awards. I was not happy with this year's medal or awards. The medal looks like a backstage concert pass and is just not appealing at all. Also another thing I didn't like was that the medal was the same size for the folks who did the half as well as the folks who ran the full. I didn't think this was fair at all. Instead of getting a nice plaque this year they gave out drinking glasses with a sticker on the front. I hate it when races do this. I did like the fact that we were able to shower postrace and they provided massages and great tasting barbecue. But all in all I was kind of disappointed with this race and will not be running it again.
N. A. from Illinois (11/9/2015) "Simple race with great volunteers" (about: 2015) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 The Midsouth Marathon is a nice, small town race. Aid stations are plentiful, and volunteers do a great job. The course isn't too difficult. It's an out and back course on some rural roads, but don't expect too many spectators. Non-stop rolling hills from miles 6 to 21ish, but none of the hills are large. Finish area experience at the football stadium is pretty cool. They serve what is apparently really good BBQ to all finishers. My stomach can't handle food like that after a race, but other runners raved about it.
P. H. from Wisconsin (11/9/2015) "Fun place to race" (about: 2015) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Very well organized, and a fun place to race. The few spectators had a ton of energy. Out and back, helped to see runners heading to the finish. Wonderful people, so sweet. Loved the barbecue pork & chicken buns with Cole slaw & beans at the finish! The massage was so relaxing. I would like to see moisture wicking shirts for next year. A must on your 50 state marathon list!
S. S. from Kirkwood, MO (11/8/2015) "A very nice small town race" (about: 2015) 3 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 This is a very nicely- organized local race. I chose it because it is an easy drive from Saint Louis, and I hadn't run a race in Arkansas yet. Im very glad I got the opportunity to check it out! The course was very true to the description posted on the race website: The vast majority of the race is run on rural state highways, but its a pretty stretch of road with lots of fall foliage. There are rolling hills throughout, but they aren't bad at all and help to keep the course interesting, even the one that is mentioned at mile 24 isn't awful. (I assume that if you usually run on very flat terrain you would notice the inclines more, however.) You do run on the road alongside traffic, but again, this is a rural area so there aren't a ton of cars out on a Saturday morning. Most of the traffic that I saw were race officials driving by to check on the runners. (There were a TON of race vehicles out checking up on us, which was really nice!) Although this is a smaller race (about 175 finishers) I could always see other runners on the course. The out and back format was also nice because you have an opportunity to see and interact with everyone participating. The abundance of aid stations was also fantastic. They are set up almost exactly to the mile, so they make great distance markers and gave me something to look forward to. The volunteers were all very friendly, and I loved how many kids were helping to man these stations! The weather in 2015 was near perfect. It was a little windy (13-15 mph), but it was really only against us during the first half. The temperature stayed in the mid 50s, and we had a cloudy day. I can see this course being a beast on a hot sunny day or a super- windy or rainy one, but if you get typical fall weather, it makes for a great morning! For those traveling from out of state: There aren't really a lot of restaurant choices in Wynn that aren't fast food, so I'd recommend the pasta dinner the evening before. My GPS wasn't able to find the church for packet pickup or the high school, so I was grateful for the directions printed on the race website. I stayed at the Days Inn, which is an older hotel and somewhat run-down, but it is clean and the staff were very courteous. The walls are VERY thin, so I'd recommend bringing earplugs or a noise machine to block out other guests. Overall, a very nice weekend!
K. M. from St. Louis, MO (11/26/2014) "Awesome small town marathon" (about: 2014) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I picked this race because it was an easy drive from St. Louis and it had received good reviews. I am so glad that I did! I have run big city marathons, but I would rather run this race any day. After the half marathoners split off, I was largely running by myself, but that is fine with me. This race is so well organized and really focused on the runners. You could sit inside the high school before the race, all of the aid stops were spot on, and the volunteers staffing them were super supportive. The description of 'rolling hills' is also accurate you can tell that you are running hills, but they are not overwhelming. I even managed a PR here this year. :) Come run this race!

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A. A. from Memphis (2/6/2018) "Midsouth Marathon" (about: 2017) 4-5 previous marathons \| 2 Midsouth Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 I tell ya what! The simple fact that you can email or call the RD and he answers is AMAZING! This is a small town race that doesn't get all carried away with entry fees like most do. The start of the race was AWESOME! The RD prayed a blessing over everyone, and just before the National Anthem said we all know about Freedom of Speech...Butt whoopins are free to! Come to find out, he's a Veteran that did two Combat tours. The course is out and back and would you believe an aid station and port-o-potty every single mile! Access to indoor plumbing, locker rooms, and shower facilities post race as well! Did I mention that this race was $40? $40 and I got a sweet shirt, a big woodallion, and they fed me after the race with BBQ, Pizza, and deserts! I loved it! This is a race that you definitely have to put on the list at least once! You won't be disappointed!
N. K. from St. Louis, MO (12/29/2017) "Forced Patriotism: No No" (about: 2017) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 2 ORGANIZATION: 1 FANS: 4 It was a good race with decent support. Having run 30+ marathons in various states, I didn't expect to run on as many exposed highway shoulders with as much repulsive carrion, but that can be expected. What wasn't expected was the race PA stating that 'If you believe in Free Speech, I believe in a free butt whooping for anyone who doesn't salute the flag during the national anthem.' Subsequently, the race started with a prayer. As a person of Jewish faith, I did not feel comfortable and did not feel at ease. Threatening violence shouldn't be tolerated. Prayer would have been fine under different circumstances. I wouldn't recommend anyone run this race as a result.
B. W. from MI (11/9/2017) "Small, Peaceful marathon (except for the RD)" (about: 2017) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 This is small race in a small town. It's awesome that the cost is so low (only $40). The fee didn't even increase if you registered on race day! The low fee doesn't diminish the race. I got a nice cotton shirt with a tasteful logo and lunch after the race. I knew going in that the roads would not be closed. Most of them are lightly traveled, so it wasn't a big deal. I didn't enjoy running on the extremely canted shoulder for the mile on the highway, though. Overall, the course is pretty. Slightly rolling. Enough to break up the drudgery of a pancake flat route but not hilly enough to wear you out. My only major disappointment with the race was the race director. Starting the race with the national anthem is fine. Threatening to 'whoop' someone's butt if they took a knee isn't cool. I value my freedom and love my country because of it. If standing is compulsory, we're not free.
J. H. from Tennessee (11/7/2017) "Enjoyed Another Great Day Here" (about: 2017) 11-50 previous marathons \| 2 Midsouth Marathons COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 My wife & I both ran the Half Marathon. Enjoyed the day for many reasons but the BEST part of all was 'the start'. The way the National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance & the Prayer was handled was AWESOME! The race director was SPOT ON!!! The course was made of rolling hills, none of which was difficult. The ROTC kids were fantastic, the post race meal was tremendous and I would definitely go back again! Thanks for a great day!
Bobby Gallagher from TN (10/17/2016) "A home town marathon!" (about: 2015) 11-50 previous marathons \| 3 Midsouth Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This race is an easy hour drive from my home in Memphis an early riser doesn't need a hotel. Which is usually the biggest Marathon expense, and back in my own home a few hours later, one of the most convenient and economical races I've ever done. A real diamond in the rough. The temperature this time of year is usually ideal, beautiful foliage, easy route, runners supporting runners one could try and high five everyone on the course from first to last if you wanted to. I run with my music so I don't need the streets lined with people so don't expect that.
K. B. from USA (11/9/2015) "Boring, lonely with lots of rolling hills" (about: 2015) 4-5 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 3 This was my first time running the full marathon for this race. Back in 2004 I ran the half. This race is located in the small town of Wynne, AR. Packet pickup was kind of interesting. I got my bib number, cotton shirt and chip and was told to go assemble my own goodie bag. The pasta party was located in the same location so we ate in the same room after we picked up my packet. The salad was okay but I was not crazy about the meatballs. They had a weird smell and taste and I just couldn't eat them. The salad, dessert and tea were fine. The race course itself was unremarkable. It was an out and back course mostly on the highway with lots of rolling hills. I felt parts of the course was dangerous since parts were not blocked off with cones and we had to run on the highway with big trucks passing by. It was also very windy. I thought the volunteers did a good job with the water stops. However there was not much crowd support due to a lot of the route being on the highway. I thought most of the route was very boring and lonely. I like to run races that give nice bling and awards. I was not happy with this year's medal or awards. The medal looks like a backstage concert pass and is just not appealing at all. Also another thing I didn't like was that the medal was the same size for the folks who did the half as well as the folks who ran the full. I didn't think this was fair at all. Instead of getting a nice plaque this year they gave out drinking glasses with a sticker on the front. I hate it when races do this. I did like the fact that we were able to shower postrace and they provided massages and great tasting barbecue. But all in all I was kind of disappointed with this race and will not be running it again.
N. A. from Illinois (11/9/2015) "Simple race with great volunteers" (about: 2015) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 The Midsouth Marathon is a nice, small town race. Aid stations are plentiful, and volunteers do a great job. The course isn't too difficult. It's an out and back course on some rural roads, but don't expect too many spectators. Non-stop rolling hills from miles 6 to 21ish, but none of the hills are large. Finish area experience at the football stadium is pretty cool. They serve what is apparently really good BBQ to all finishers. My stomach can't handle food like that after a race, but other runners raved about it.
P. H. from Wisconsin (11/9/2015) "Fun place to race" (about: 2015) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Very well organized, and a fun place to race. The few spectators had a ton of energy. Out and back, helped to see runners heading to the finish. Wonderful people, so sweet. Loved the barbecue pork & chicken buns with Cole slaw & beans at the finish! The massage was so relaxing. I would like to see moisture wicking shirts for next year. A must on your 50 state marathon list!
S. S. from Kirkwood, MO (11/8/2015) "A very nice small town race" (about: 2015) 3 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 This is a very nicely- organized local race. I chose it because it is an easy drive from Saint Louis, and I hadn't run a race in Arkansas yet. Im very glad I got the opportunity to check it out! The course was very true to the description posted on the race website: The vast majority of the race is run on rural state highways, but its a pretty stretch of road with lots of fall foliage. There are rolling hills throughout, but they aren't bad at all and help to keep the course interesting, even the one that is mentioned at mile 24 isn't awful. (I assume that if you usually run on very flat terrain you would notice the inclines more, however.) You do run on the road alongside traffic, but again, this is a rural area so there aren't a ton of cars out on a Saturday morning. Most of the traffic that I saw were race officials driving by to check on the runners. (There were a TON of race vehicles out checking up on us, which was really nice!) Although this is a smaller race (about 175 finishers) I could always see other runners on the course. The out and back format was also nice because you have an opportunity to see and interact with everyone participating. The abundance of aid stations was also fantastic. They are set up almost exactly to the mile, so they make great distance markers and gave me something to look forward to. The volunteers were all very friendly, and I loved how many kids were helping to man these stations! The weather in 2015 was near perfect. It was a little windy (13-15 mph), but it was really only against us during the first half. The temperature stayed in the mid 50s, and we had a cloudy day. I can see this course being a beast on a hot sunny day or a super- windy or rainy one, but if you get typical fall weather, it makes for a great morning! For those traveling from out of state: There aren't really a lot of restaurant choices in Wynn that aren't fast food, so I'd recommend the pasta dinner the evening before. My GPS wasn't able to find the church for packet pickup or the high school, so I was grateful for the directions printed on the race website. I stayed at the Days Inn, which is an older hotel and somewhat run-down, but it is clean and the staff were very courteous. The walls are VERY thin, so I'd recommend bringing earplugs or a noise machine to block out other guests. Overall, a very nice weekend!
K. M. from St. Louis, MO (11/26/2014) "Awesome small town marathon" (about: 2014) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Midsouth Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I picked this race because it was an easy drive from St. Louis and it had received good reviews. I am so glad that I did! I have run big city marathons, but I would rather run this race any day. After the half marathoners split off, I was largely running by myself, but that is fine with me. This race is so well organized and really focused on the runners. You could sit inside the high school before the race, all of the aid stops were spot on, and the volunteers staffing them were super supportive. The description of 'rolling hills' is also accurate you can tell that you are running hills, but they are not overwhelming. I even managed a PR here this year. :) Come run this race!

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