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Indianapolis Monumental Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.6 
Organization 4.5 
Spectators 3.8
Number of comments: 218 [displaying comments 201 to 211]
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The Rocket from Cincinnati, Ohio
(11/2/2008)
"A Star is Born" (about: 2008)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 Great first effort for the Indy Monumental Marathon folks. This race has a lot going for it, not the least of which is the fact that it is run on a SATURDAY. I drove from Cincinnati on race morning, parked 100 yards away from the start line for 5 bucks, walked a block to the beautiful state capitol building, and paid my entry fee and got a technical shirt with good graphics. Even the sponsor logos on the back were in multiple colors, so they spent some cash on the shirts. The weather was perfect, but I could imagine the nice, warm capital building being a great shelter for everyone to hang out in on future dates before the race if the weather is cold or if it is raining. This race was fairly lacking in the music/crowd support/excitement department, but that can be worked on. Seemed like they forgot the porta-potties out on the course in long stretches too. This city is built for a fast race, with its flat terrain and grid street pattern. The Monument Circle area is very dramatic and one of the best points of interest I have seen on a marathon course. The finish line is one of the better I have experienced as far as the logistics. You finish on a public square between two rows of buildings. You get about 150 yards for your moment of glory after you turn the last corner. They announce your name and where you are from. Once again, no music or hoopla, but still very nice. Someone that I am sure I was supposed to recognize shook my hand at the finish. The medal was top-notch and is one of my favorites. The space blanket, water and food are right behind the finish line and you don't even have to wait for someone to cut off your timing chip because it is disposable and on the back of your bib. The capitol is at the far end of the finish area and my car was less than 5 minutes away. Once the word gets out more about this marathon, it could become one of the fall classics. Even though the crowds were not out to cheer, I applaud the Indy Monumental Marathon and its volunteers. See you next year. | |
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M. L. from U.S.
(11/2/2008)
"Flat, Fast, Perfect Weather" (about: 2008)
3 previous marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I did the half this year in hopes of doing the full next year. I have done many Ken Long events and have always been impressed with their organization and support. The course (especially the half) is flat and the weather on race morning was perfect (50 degrees and little wind). My one gripe is the packet pickup, and the statehouse in general. Packet pickup on Friday afternoon in downtown is a pain between the traffic and limited parking around the statehouse at this time. Hopefully, KLA can utilize the convention center or one of the downtown hotels for pickup in the future. Post-race area at the statehouse can be a hassle, with the security check and the steps to climb on sore legs. I do not want to park for $5 for a 5-minute packet pickup, and I'm too tired to rob anyone after running a half/full marathon, so the security clearance to get in the statehouse post-race on a Saturday is pretty silly. | |
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L. R. from Kentucky
(11/2/2008)
"GREAT inaugural race" (about: 2008)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 Nice flat/fast course with fabulous weather (45 or so at start). I set a 3-minute PR! I would recommend more aid stations with Gatorade, and either have volunteers yelling what's in the cups or have signs for water/Gatorade. Running through the art museum grounds was nice but confusing, as no one was directing runners. Otherwise, it was a very nice race. I would run it again for sure. | |
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R. M. from Munster, Indiana
(11/2/2008)
"FANTASTIC PR COURSE" (about: 2008)
11-50 previous marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 I ran the half-marathon. The course was slightly downhill most of the way. The water stops were well placed and there were actually quite a few spectators. If you are looking for a fast time, this is your course. | |
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S. R. from Carmel, IN
(11/2/2008)
"Really fun course for a half marathon!" (about: 2008)
6-10 previous marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 I have done the Indy Mini twice, and six other half marathons, and this one is right up there! I really liked the course: beautiful neighborhoods, monuments, Lucas Oil Stadium, etc. Spectators were there to cheer us on. Aid station volunteers yelled out which cups had water/Gatorade. I wasn't crazy about going to downtown Indy to pick up my packet, but truthfully, I have lived in Indiana for 59 years and have never gone into the state capitol building. The weather was fantastic. Only complaint: some mile markers were hard to see, and I would have liked something besides a banana and bagel at the end. Great medal and technical shirt! Well organized... thanks, Ken and group! | |
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d. d. from cleveland
(11/2/2008)
"fun, fast and flat - and spectator-friendly" (about: 2008)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 5 The course was nice and new, but the walkers should start earlier, or at least they should be put in the back of the lineup. Not all aid stations had Gatorade; medical areas were hard to find; spectators were great; course patrols were good and alert; they had nice start and finish locations; and they chose a scenic route. It's a good time to run in Indy. | |
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J. H. from Avon, IN
(11/2/2008)
"What an Awesome Marathon" (about: 2008)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 The course was great, with a couple of small hills, but it was mostly flat. There were more spectators than I expected. Weather was picture-perfect. I think I'll run this one again. | |
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j. m. from bettendorf, iowa
(11/2/2008)
"Extremely well-supported and flat." (about: 2008)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 For a maiden marathon, it was very well done. The water stations were plentiful and the people gracious. The course is nice and flat. Pre-marathon area could use a better location - e.g., the Marriott - and could use some booths for supplies. But overall, I was very impressed and I hope you keep going with this marathon. | |
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g. T. from Chicago, IL, USA
(11/2/2008)
"Flat and fast!" (about: 2008)
50+ previous marathons
| 1 Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 This race is flat, fast and well organized. Start and finish areas are very close to plenty of parking and hotels. Course had limited spectators, but overall, I would recommend it if you are looking to PR. | |
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John Kearsing from Dekalb, IL
(11/2/2008)
"Fast, Scenic Course" (about: 2008)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 This course was well thought out with the many downhill stretches in the second half of the race. This was my first negative split marathon (1:37, 1:33) and a PR by 35 minutes, and a Boston qualifier!!! The field was small (~1100), but the community support was present all throughout the charming neighborhoods. The expo was low-frills, but the medal and shirt were very high quality. Also, being able to stay at a hotel 200 yards from the start/finish line was sure nice, especially since I was able to book it one week before the race. Downtown Indy has great places to carbo load the night before as well. |
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