Nutmeg State Marathon

This race, like other multiple loop races I've run, is a labor of love. I'm running a marathon in 50 states to experience different things whether it be races, scenery, people and parts of the country. This 12 lapper added to the depth of those experiences. 12 times down the hill, 12 times on the flat and 12 times up the hill. The repetition is a different kind of mental challenge. I knew it would be so I trained on a 2.5 mile loop at home to prepare me for the repetition. I'm glad I did and would recommend that to anyone running this race. Also the hill gets to be a big deal. It's only about 100' climb but since you do it 12 times it's 1200'. That takes a toll on you. Beautiful setting, great experience, wonderful race director, low key event.

This was a great small field Marathon. The race is well organized and the course is well marked. The race director and his crew make everyone feel like they are family.

I also thought the 12 loops would get boring. They did not bother me at all. As you ran each loop you saw the park wake up. From everyday walkers to landscapers to then golfers I didn't mind the loops at all. Kept my food and drink by my car so carried nothing extra. Safe and well run. No crowds a handful spectators, which I enjoyed. Only complaint is that the port a potty was 1/2 a mile from the start....delivered in the wrong place. Maybe do it again and bring friends next time!