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May 9, 2024

Belleville Main Street Marathon Runner Comments

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Course 4.9

Organization 5.0

Spectators 4.7

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J. J. from Troy, IL, USA (10/1/2018) "A great small sized marathon" (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 3 Belleville Main Street Marathons COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 In 2018, there were about 200 runners total. It makes you appreciate how much it takes for race organizers to put on a big distance race like this. This day was perfect with temps in 50 to 60 range. The volunteer support was fantastic! Hardly any spectators but were great where they were. This is a race for self-motivated runners. The finisher zone is top-notched too!
Steve Lauzon from Charleston, South Carolina (10/1/2018) "Really fun small marathon" (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Belleville Main Street Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was a really fun small marathon. There were so many spectators throughout the course. Weather was perfect and hills were reasonable. It was nice that the marathon was the only event so we were really catered to. There were more than enough water stations. Entry fee was cheap compared to other races. My wife and kids were able to see me at several points on the course so it was very spectator-friendly. If I was local I would love to do this one again.
D. W. from MO (10/1/2018) "Outstanding. A must run Marathon." (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Belleville Main Street Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Even though a small event, this was one of the best organized Marathons that I have attended. Water stations were on the mark in their support. Supporters were everywhere. Parking garage used for runners was very close to the start/finish. Drop bag station not needed. Package pickup was quick and easy. Streets were marked very well and volunteers were at every main intersection and questionable turn.
B. S. from St Louis, MO (9/30/2018) "Marathon held by those who know what's important!" (about: 2018) 2 previous marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I didn't expect all of the friendly race organizers, volunteers, runners, police officers, firefighters, musicians, spectators, and EMT. The people of Belleville Illinois are what make this well executed event my favorite marathon. The water stations were everywhere and the volunteers were so happy and encouraging. Residents and race organizers were handing out oranges, candy, blocks, gu, Gatorade, water, popsicles, water bottles. I don't know who did what, because the residents were as generous and supportive as the race volunteers. This race is really something special. I highly recommend you go with a smile on your face, take in all the kindness and encouragement they toss at you, and you'll see for yourself!
Jacob Oser from Illinois (9/30/2018) "Well organized and AWESOME support!" (about: 2018) 1 previous marathon \| 1 Belleville Main Street Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The race was well organized and the spectator and community involvement was full of energy; best race support I've encountered. This was my first time running and am looking forward to next year.
A. T. from Baltimore, MD (9/30/2018) "One of THE best marathons out there!" (about: 2018) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Belleville Main Street Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Operating a race is a herculean task. There are logistical issues to consider and solve, volunteers to assign and coordinate, and myriad other small details that cannot be overlooked if a race is to be successful. These folks, in a mere three years, have darn near perfected the method. Other race operators could learn from Mike and his band of heroic staffers. Belleville is in a class with the Calico Racing folks, and the St. George Marathon, in terms of its sheer excellence in overall organization. I've run enough marathons and ultras to know the difference between the bush leagues coughcoughOMAHAcoughcough and the big leagues, and Belleville can, and should, stand proudly with the best. Personally, I enjoyed bantering and interacting with volunteers and spectators alike. It was a 26.2-ish mile party, and I loved being a guest! They kept smiling, and kept me smiling, too! The course was a delight, and although the distance from mile marker 13 to the half-marathon point at 13.1...was about .2 miles, it was a minor issue. I would rather run 26.5 miles or more than 26.19. Anyone who cares about proper distance feels the same way. They do need to establish a gear check, especially as they grow. I lucked out by stowing my stuff at a tent belonging to one of the running clubs. I want to come back for next year's race, and that's that.
F. C. from Effingham, Illinois (9/30/2018) "I loved this race!" (about: 2018) 2 previous marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I ran yesterday and was so impressed by the support, the volunteers, the number of water stations (and bathrooms) along the course, the spectators, and the beautiful course itself. I loved this small race and was so encouraged by all of the people who came out to volunteer and cheer us on. I also appreciated feeling safe along the course.
Cory Sims from Memphis, TN (10/31/2017) "By runners for runners" (about: 2017) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Belleville Main Street Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 If you are a low frills, small town type runner (like me) this is an awesome marathon. Excellent crowd and community support and all involved are runners so decisions are made with a runner mentality-like no smaller race occurring. Loved most everything about the experience.
E. G. from IL (10/23/2017) "Great event!" (about: 2017) 3 previous marathons \| 2 Belleville Main Street Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I've had the privilege of running the Belleville Marathon in both 2016 and 2017 as well as participate in the Belleville Marathon training group. I really enjoy so much about the event from the route, volunteers, and the free BEAST BBQ and Michelob Ultras at the finish line! Since I ran both years I was also glad to see small improvements with the logistics. I think you get a lot for what you pay and so it's ends up being a great value!
K. M. from Chesterfield, MO (10/16/2017) "even better support than many large marathons!" (about: 2017) 3 previous marathons \| 1 Belleville Main Street Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 Was very impressed at the support during the race and the support and food after the race. This was better than some marathons with 10 times the number of participants!

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