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Glass City Marathon Runner Comments
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Course 4.2 
Organization 4.4 
Spectators 3.8
Number of comments: 246 [displaying comments 101 to 111]
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D. A. from Toledo OH
(4/27/2015)
"Great race. Finish line idea." (about: 2015)
2 previous marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 2 My thought. I understand people like to finish in the glass bowl but I think having the finish line right before the glass bowl would best. Then all runners would be forced to go onto field as a 'runners only'. Where you'd get medal, and have water, chocolate milk, banana, and bagels there. This gives runners a minute to stretch and have a breather. Also this would make spectators line the last 1 mile stretch which would be helpful for the runners as motivation. | |
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D. W. from Cincinnati Ohio
(4/27/2015)
"Exceptional Experience - flat scenic PR course" (about: 2015)
6-10 previous marathons
| 1 Glass City Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 - The organizers should pat themselves on the back, this was an exceptional experience (the PR and BQ certainly helped) - Largely flat, scenic course - Size was about perfect for the course which was narrow in some places - The finish in the stadium is unique and pretty cool - Not many spectators, but this was just fine and let me focus on the task at hand; however, the crowds at the relay exchanges elicited powerful motivating cheers as we passed - The temperature was perfect, but I could not quite figure out why the wind always seemed to be in my face - I looked at a number of spring marathon options before I selecting the Glass City Marathon (Toledo) and saw many positive, prior ratings and now having just completed, I can attest they were completely right | |
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L. B. from Michigan
(4/27/2015)
"a fine, flat marathon; good value" (about: 2015)
11-50 previous marathons
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 Overall impression is that this is a really nice and well-run event, IF you're familiar with it and know how to navigate the venue. Pros: - Flat course - Frequent fluid stops, most with portajohns, several with Gu and/or orange slices - Timers on the course calling out elapsed time and pace - Good amenities for the price - Especially nice age group awards Cons: - Venue logistics were fine EXCEPT there were no volunteers or signs to provide direction on site and the incomplete information available online (almost nil in the packet) made it impossible to self-prepare ... everything on site was labeled, but you had to find it first - The course was not closed to traffic - Many many turns, very few marshals, faded old pavement marking - 2015 volunteer shirts were inconspicuous, made them difficult to spot | |
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Michael Denner from Temperance, MI
(4/27/2015)
"Great Experience !!" (about: 2015)
First Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 At 51 years old, this was my first experience in a long distance event ever (half marathon). I just started running a little over a year ago. I must say, although challenging for me personally, it was very gratifying to have competed in and finished my first half marathon (Respectable 2:14:20) ! From the Expo and packet pick-up to the morning pre-race activities, The GCM is a class act with a great volunteer base. Heard complaints of not enough porta-pottys to crowded start corrals. I had no problems because I was there early so I could avoid any inconveniences. Thanks to all who made my first experience a memorable one and hoping many in the future !! | |
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J. P. from MI
(4/27/2015)
"Best finish line EVER!" (about: 2015)
First Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my first marathon and from beginning to end, everything was top notch. I loved every single thing about it. You all should be very proud. The ONLY thing I would criticize is the size of the logo on the tech shirts. That much printing makes the shirts hot when you wear them. It is TRULY the only criticism I have. Thank you for making this a memorable experience for me. My boyfriend and I will be back for sure next year. We also stayed overnight at the Ramada Inn and were very happy there. | |
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Steven Lestock from Cumberland Ohio
(4/27/2015)
"Great course, great pacers, great event" (about: 2015)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Glass City Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This was my first of what I hope to be many marathons. It was a great event and I am glad I ran in Toledo. | |
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B. b. from Middletown,Ohio
(4/27/2015)
"I love this race" (about: 2015)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Glass City Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 2 Great race, spectators were non existent after the half split. Not enough porta-johns on the beginning of the course. | |
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A. K. from Perrysburg, Ohio
(4/27/2015)
"I run Glass City year after year!" (about: 2015)
1 previous marathon
| 1 Glass City Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This is my fourth year running a race at the Glass City Marathon. I have run the full once, the half twice and this year I tried the 5k. I have never been disappointed at Glass City. The race is handled with expert precision. Everything from the volunteers, to the water stops, to the great runner's gifts all set this race apart from anything else I have experienced. They even send a keepsake results book after the race! | |
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D. T. from WI
(4/27/2015)
"Flat, well-organized course" (about: 2015)
11-50 previous marathons
| 1 Glass City Marathon
COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Very well-organized course with tons of great spectators! The half and full started at the same time and the course was pretty congested the first 8 miles or so (especially when they put all of us on a narrow bike path). There were times that I couldn't even see the signs where to turn since there were so many people. There were plentiful, well-marked water stops. Miles were clearly marked. The course is mostly suburban and didn't have any unique scenery. Lots of paved running paths. Finishes in the UT stadium, with a nice post-race party. I sent in my registration since the online credit card fee was really high (>$6!) and they misspelled my name on the bib. Other than that, very pleased with this race. Thanks, Toledo! | |
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R. W. from Indiana
(5/21/2014)
"A Great Race!" (about: 2014)
3 previous marathons
| 1 Glass City Marathon
COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 I signed up for this race due to the location, time of year, and overall reviews that it received on Marathon Guide. It met my expectations, and I would highly recommend this race to anyone looking for a fast and flat, mid-sized race in the spring. Pros: Price-The registration fee is the most reasonable I have paid; and it includes a quality dry fit short sleeved shirt, a glass mug, great food, and drinks. Corrals- Very easy to access, not overly crowded, and well displayed according to expected finish time. Course- Flat, with a few rolling hills. Furthermore, for those of you that bring a 'cheer squad' with you, the race course is very accessible to spectators. My husband and son were able to drive to 5 different points along the course to cheer me on! Fuel- There was more than an adequate supply of both water, Gatorade, and gels. In fact, there were so many gel stations, that I actually considering taking extras to hoard for after the race! Haha! Also, the volunteers knew exactly how to hold the cups, and they were very clear on whether they had water or Gatorade. Finish- At the University of Toledo stadium, with great food options (pizza, pasta, fruit, licorice, and cookies) Cons: Bib Pick up- It was a decent sized expo, however, the bib pick up was kind of inconvenient. Prior to entering the expo, you had to electronically get your bib number from a small, poorly marked station at the entrance to the expo. I walked all the way back to the bib pickup, when the volunteers informed me that I needed to go to the entrance to get my bib number. Course- It was a semi-flat course for the majority of the race. My complaints would be 1. the half marathon starting with the full marathon is always scary to me. 2. The last 3-5 miles were brutal with the headwind we were up against. Overall, I highly recommend this race, and I look forward to running it again! |
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