Marathon Details - Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race

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Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race & Half Marathon, 5K

Narragansett, RI USA

October 27, 2024

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Reviews

Course 3.9

Organization 4.7

Spectators 3.8

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C. V. from Massachusetts (10/31/2023) "Beautiful course" (about: 2023) 11-50 previous marathons \| 2 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Races COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 This was my first time running the full. I did the half a few years ago. I thought the course was really pretty and interesting. Only issue I had was the lack of road closures and really narrow spots. They keep the size of the marathon relatively small so it should be easy to get a good time. Definitely train for hills... there were a few challenging ones later in the race but nothing too difficult. I would recommend this one over Providence and Newport based on the scenery.
K. M. from FL (10/23/2022) "MEH, ITS OK..." (about: 2022) 11-50 previous marathons COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was #43 for me. The parts along the water were really pretty, but most of it was blah and trafficy. They route you through regular neighborhoods, along main roads with stores and gas stations and lots of cars (with little space for runners) while throwing in lots of turns, which makes for a mediocre route. Organization and aid stations were good and very few spectators (which I like). Rolling hills is a bit of an understatement, its pretty hilly, esp for us flat landers. I would suggest a different race if you need RI for your 50 states like I did.
D. W. from Canada (10/25/2021) "Nice small marathon" (about: 2021) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 Pro - small quaint marathon - course had lots of food as did the end - easy packet pickup Cons - fair number of rolling hills - running mostly on busy roads with cones. If you are uncomfortable with traffic, this is not your marathon - marathon/half marathon split was not well marked
S. C. from Oregon (10/25/2021) "Well done" (about: 2021) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 On the plus side: * beautiful start/finish location * great sunrise at the start * awesome medal. * nice shirt * excellent finish line food and FRESH apple cider that was delicious. * Frequent and great aide stations. Down side: A little more time along the 1A highway than I'd like. But the other parts mostly made up for it. Great fall colors.
W. W. from Pennsylvania (10/25/2021) "Fantastic, Friendly and Scenic Fall Marathon" (about: 2021) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This small race delivered! Amazing course, gorgeous views, wel stocked aid stations and creative awards. The medals were great too. There were several inclines some long some short but no Heartbreak Hills. Highly recommend this super organized race. They also have fun branded stuff to purchase.
W. C. from NY (10/27/2020) "Thank You Ocean State" (about: 2020) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was a very different experience. It was a 150 person field due to covid and Ocean State did everything possible to keep runners as safe possible- support was just right. FYI : There was a nice long, mild, downhill stretch that became an uphill grind on the return, so keep that in mind. Definitely get this one on your list
A. T. from Falmouth, Massachusetts (10/25/2020) "Stepped up during the pandemic" (about: 2020) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 2020 was obviously not a usual year. This was the first race I've done since the covid restrictions, and I chose it because the organizers publicized a detailed and thoughtful covid safety plan. It's a small race, but I enjoy that. Part of it is out-and-back which means you get to see more people, and it made it feel very friendly. I saw so much joy in running today! The course does have rolling hills including some that come late. It's moderately scenic...some along the highway but also bits along the beach. It was stripped down for 2020, but still had everything I needed: mile markers, water stations, police directing traffic. Well done overall. I also used the 'Racejoy' app for the first time. If you choose to let it track you, friends can see your progress via GPS and send messages or music quotes. I guess not something the elites would do, but it was kind of fun.
G. C. from Waterford, CT (10/31/2018) "Nice little race-watch for cars!" (about: 2018) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Organization was great. Every aid station had gels, water and sports drink. Half of them had bananas. Started right on time. T-shirt is a very loud yellow but a nice design. Medal is nice. The course is somewhat rural and uneventful, unless you've never been to New England in the fall, in which case the trees are nice. You are running with cars for most of the course, and a lot of the drivers don't seem to know there's a race going on. I actually had to wait for a few cars at a crosswalk at one point at about mile 21 or so. The course is advertised as flat but there are a few hills.
T. K. from Cincinnati, OH (10/30/2017) "Small State, Big Race" (about: 2017) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 Top 10 Reasons to Run Narragansett 10 - Good quality and nice race shirt 9 - The Break Hotel = what a gem with a great (and free) breakfast 8 - The finisher's medal is great - unique to this race and town 7 - Small field so lots of running by yourself - a true runner's experience 6 - It's not fun running next to cars but the fact that the course is not closed to cars makes it spectator friendly. 5 - Not only a half marathon but a 5K on the same day so that your non-marathon friends and family members can race with you the same day. 4 - Pizza at Finish Line 3 - Close enough to Newport to sightsee there before the marathon 2 - Fall foliage 1 - Ocean views
D. M. from Ogden, UT (11/7/2016) "Outstanding small race" (about: 2016) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 The race description says something about highlighting the best Rhode Island has to offer - I agree. This race was run along a lot of rural/suburban roads (primarily the former) near the height of Fall colors. Beautiful course. There are slight rolls to the course; however, one would characterize it as neither hilly nor flat. Basically, it's flat with the occasion grade going toward or away form the coast/waterway or inland when traversing small, rolling terrain changes. The start is very convenient, with perfect parking circumstances. The location offers many choices of hotels and restaurants (I highly recommend The Crows Nest - very cool, local place.) I also stayed at a hotel closer to the airport, rather than closer to the start/finish. No problem there, either - it's an easy drive south. I had hoped to run Newport for my RI marathon; however, the schedule worked better for this one. This, as it turns out, is a fabulous choice for Rhode Island. And upon finishing it, checked off my 49th state. And, met several really nice Maniacs along the way. :)

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C. V. from Massachusetts (10/31/2023) "Beautiful course" (about: 2023) 11-50 previous marathons \| 2 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Races COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 This was my first time running the full. I did the half a few years ago. I thought the course was really pretty and interesting. Only issue I had was the lack of road closures and really narrow spots. They keep the size of the marathon relatively small so it should be easy to get a good time. Definitely train for hills... there were a few challenging ones later in the race but nothing too difficult. I would recommend this one over Providence and Newport based on the scenery.
K. M. from FL (10/23/2022) "MEH, ITS OK..." (about: 2022) 11-50 previous marathons COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was #43 for me. The parts along the water were really pretty, but most of it was blah and trafficy. They route you through regular neighborhoods, along main roads with stores and gas stations and lots of cars (with little space for runners) while throwing in lots of turns, which makes for a mediocre route. Organization and aid stations were good and very few spectators (which I like). Rolling hills is a bit of an understatement, its pretty hilly, esp for us flat landers. I would suggest a different race if you need RI for your 50 states like I did.
D. W. from Canada (10/25/2021) "Nice small marathon" (about: 2021) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 Pro - small quaint marathon - course had lots of food as did the end - easy packet pickup Cons - fair number of rolling hills - running mostly on busy roads with cones. If you are uncomfortable with traffic, this is not your marathon - marathon/half marathon split was not well marked
S. C. from Oregon (10/25/2021) "Well done" (about: 2021) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 On the plus side: * beautiful start/finish location * great sunrise at the start * awesome medal. * nice shirt * excellent finish line food and FRESH apple cider that was delicious. * Frequent and great aide stations. Down side: A little more time along the 1A highway than I'd like. But the other parts mostly made up for it. Great fall colors.
W. W. from Pennsylvania (10/25/2021) "Fantastic, Friendly and Scenic Fall Marathon" (about: 2021) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This small race delivered! Amazing course, gorgeous views, wel stocked aid stations and creative awards. The medals were great too. There were several inclines some long some short but no Heartbreak Hills. Highly recommend this super organized race. They also have fun branded stuff to purchase.
W. C. from NY (10/27/2020) "Thank You Ocean State" (about: 2020) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was a very different experience. It was a 150 person field due to covid and Ocean State did everything possible to keep runners as safe possible- support was just right. FYI : There was a nice long, mild, downhill stretch that became an uphill grind on the return, so keep that in mind. Definitely get this one on your list
A. T. from Falmouth, Massachusetts (10/25/2020) "Stepped up during the pandemic" (about: 2020) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 2020 was obviously not a usual year. This was the first race I've done since the covid restrictions, and I chose it because the organizers publicized a detailed and thoughtful covid safety plan. It's a small race, but I enjoy that. Part of it is out-and-back which means you get to see more people, and it made it feel very friendly. I saw so much joy in running today! The course does have rolling hills including some that come late. It's moderately scenic...some along the highway but also bits along the beach. It was stripped down for 2020, but still had everything I needed: mile markers, water stations, police directing traffic. Well done overall. I also used the 'Racejoy' app for the first time. If you choose to let it track you, friends can see your progress via GPS and send messages or music quotes. I guess not something the elites would do, but it was kind of fun.
G. C. from Waterford, CT (10/31/2018) "Nice little race-watch for cars!" (about: 2018) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Organization was great. Every aid station had gels, water and sports drink. Half of them had bananas. Started right on time. T-shirt is a very loud yellow but a nice design. Medal is nice. The course is somewhat rural and uneventful, unless you've never been to New England in the fall, in which case the trees are nice. You are running with cars for most of the course, and a lot of the drivers don't seem to know there's a race going on. I actually had to wait for a few cars at a crosswalk at one point at about mile 21 or so. The course is advertised as flat but there are a few hills.
T. K. from Cincinnati, OH (10/30/2017) "Small State, Big Race" (about: 2017) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 Top 10 Reasons to Run Narragansett 10 - Good quality and nice race shirt 9 - The Break Hotel = what a gem with a great (and free) breakfast 8 - The finisher's medal is great - unique to this race and town 7 - Small field so lots of running by yourself - a true runner's experience 6 - It's not fun running next to cars but the fact that the course is not closed to cars makes it spectator friendly. 5 - Not only a half marathon but a 5K on the same day so that your non-marathon friends and family members can race with you the same day. 4 - Pizza at Finish Line 3 - Close enough to Newport to sightsee there before the marathon 2 - Fall foliage 1 - Ocean views
D. M. from Ogden, UT (11/7/2016) "Outstanding small race" (about: 2016) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Ocean State Marathon & Rhode Race COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 The race description says something about highlighting the best Rhode Island has to offer - I agree. This race was run along a lot of rural/suburban roads (primarily the former) near the height of Fall colors. Beautiful course. There are slight rolls to the course; however, one would characterize it as neither hilly nor flat. Basically, it's flat with the occasion grade going toward or away form the coast/waterway or inland when traversing small, rolling terrain changes. The start is very convenient, with perfect parking circumstances. The location offers many choices of hotels and restaurants (I highly recommend The Crows Nest - very cool, local place.) I also stayed at a hotel closer to the airport, rather than closer to the start/finish. No problem there, either - it's an easy drive south. I had hoped to run Newport for my RI marathon; however, the schedule worked better for this one. This, as it turns out, is a fabulous choice for Rhode Island. And upon finishing it, checked off my 49th state. And, met several really nice Maniacs along the way. :)

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