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Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.4 
Organization 4.5 
Spectators 4.4
Number of comments: 330 [displaying comments 211 to 221]
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JT Wood from Fort Smith, Arkansas
(5/8/2006)
"Congratulations OKC" (about: 2006)
6-10 previous marathons
| 2 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 My 10th marathon and 2nd OKC Marathon. Absolutely a wonderful organization and a very moving experience - 168 reasons to run this race. OKC, you should pat yourselves on the back. You go above and beyond the call of duty. So friendly and encouraging. Plenty of course support, plenty of food and just a wonderful experience. In spite of the fact that I developed a blister on my foot by mile 5 only to get worse as the day went on. Guess it was due to so much running on the side of the road. First blister ever but that did not stop my enjoyment of this event. My one complaint is that the organizers need to keep the cyclists off the course. Around mile 18-19 a cyclist riding along with his running friend ran into the back of me cutting my ankle and knocking my shoe off! What an idiot. I will not place this blame on the organization though. Please organizers, be on the lookout next year and encourage your volunteers to keep cyclists off the course. Race director, please email me about this incident. BUT, I will be back. You rock OKC!!! | |
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J. K. from on a recliner in my family room
(5/7/2006)
"Thank You Oklahoma City" (about: 2006)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 I ran the marathon and enjoyed the entire event. Starting and finishing at the memorial is a somber experience and adds a lot of meaning to the run. The volunteers throughout the course were great. The aid stations were well organized and stocked with water and PowerAde. The big flag mile markers were really helpful. The scenery at the lake and in the neighborhoods was inspiring. Best of all: I usually say "Thank you" to the police officers handling traffic - let's face it, we know this task can be difficult given the impatient drivers they deal with. In Oklahoma, ALL the officers actually thanked me for running! WOW!! What excellent, friendly public service - so once again to Oklahoma City PD: Thank you! | |
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R. B. from E. Granby, CT
(5/5/2006)
"Great pre- & post-race, great org., so-so course" (about: 2006)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 The race is a fitting tribute to the Oklahoma City memorial. It started next to the memorial. The memorial aspect was also mentioned during the expo, with the memorial/survivor theme carried over to the pasta party (with a speech from a Columbine survivor), and signs along the course kept the theme going. The organization was terrific. Post-race entertainment was excellent. But the course was only so-so - few trees, little shade, long sections on major roads, etc. Maybe coming from the Northeast (hills, trees, variety) I have greater expectations. Run for the memories, organization, and great volunteer support - not the scenery. | |
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A. F. from Orlando, FL
(5/4/2006)
"Inspirational race" (about: 2006)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was my first marathon and it was truly a wonderful experience. Being able to run in honor of one of the victims of the bombing made the race that much more meaningful. The name of the child I ran in honor of will live with me forever. The volunteers were very supportive, in addition to the fans who thanked us as we ran by. My only complaint is that the race information said the course is "flat." I found it to be quite hilly, since I am from Florida. Overall I loved it. | |
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B. C. from New York City
(5/4/2006)
"An Incredible Experience" (about: 2006)
2 previous marathons
| 2 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathons
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I'm a WTC survivor and this is the second year I have come to Oklahoma City to show my support and gratitude for what the people of that fine city did for my city when we needed it most. (I ran the half-marathon 2 years now.) I have to say the whole event is incredible. You're reminded right at the start what this race is for when we observe 168 seconds of silence for everyone killed in the Murrah Building. There are thousands of people on the street and you could literally hear a pin drop. Then the race begins. It's obvious how important this race is for the people of OKC, as it seems that everybody comes out of their houses to cheer you on. The enthusiasm is really contagious and it carries you the whole way. The water stops are well-stocked and everything just seems well managed. I can't say enough good things about this race and plan to be here again next year! | |
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S. O. from Oklahoma City, OK
(5/3/2006)
"Well-organized, great weather, fun time" (about: 2006)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I just ran the half-marathon this year, but I got a PR, helped by the glorious weather (50s at the start) and the good support. I thought the expo was well-done, and the Memorial is always a moving experience. | |
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J. R. from Tulsa, OK
(5/3/2006)
"Great event" (about: 2006)
6-10 previous marathons
| 2 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This is my second time to run the OKC Marathon. It is very well organized, but what sets it apart are the volunteers. The volunteers are extremely friendly and supportive. There is also very good support from the spectators. I highly recommend this marathon. The only problems were that the time at mile 4 was off and the pre-race information said that GU would be available at mile 16 and it was not. | |
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Bruce Smith from Bay City, Texas
(5/3/2006)
"Fantastic Marathon" (about: 2006)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 This was a wonderful marathon to run. The spectator attendance was low but the organization definitely made up for that. The water stops were located in the right places and they had plenty. The people working at the water stops were all very nice and worked very hard. The course was very scenic and included a nice run next to a lake. All in all I will look forward to running this marathon again. The city and its people were all very nice. | |
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D. P. from Enid, OK
(5/2/2006)
"My First Marathon - The People Made it Magical" (about: 2006)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I'm 49 - just ran/walked the half-marathon. I loved the whole atmosphere, the support people, the neighborhoods that came out to support us and THANK US - it was humbling and inspiring. | |
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M. B. from Texas
(5/2/2006)
"Remarkable Heartland Run." (about: 2006)
4-5 previous marathons
| 1 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 WOW! This was my 4th marathon and this one out-classes Disney and Twin Cities by far. The entire city comes out to support the race. Even the police were cheering. There were 20 fluid stations, which made great for runners' needs, and they were well stocked. At the finish there was a TON of food and goodies. It's a must to tour the memorial. OKC: you are great. I will return. You people are great. |
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