Abingdon MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (556 votes). 2010 race reviewed by: AS
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Varied scenery, fantastic marshalls and well organised. Thanks to everyone inolved.
Date of review: November 2, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Pipes
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Superb race. Must do it again.
In full: The organisation is tremendous, as is the support around the course. It is a PB race and at a good time of the year for decent weather (ie not too hot or cold). Good mixture of standards - not a lonely race, even though it's not got the vast numbers of London!
Date of review: October 31, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Dave D
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Great atmosphere and well organised day
Date of review: October 29, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Desmondinhio
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great PB potential Friendly marshalls and sport and first class organisation LOVED IT
In full: Thank you marshalls and race director - you should be very proud of this race
Date of review: October 28, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Andy McIntyre
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Extremely well organised and friendly race with great PB potential
In full: This was my first non-London marathon and I was immensely impressed by the sheer effort that had gone into the race organisation. The course, although partly 2 lap, was scenic and interesting. There were plenty of toilets, changing rooms, lockers, and warm places to hide before the start. The only negative point I have is that the Lucazade stops were actually at 14 and 23 miles rather than the advertised 12 and 21. The event for me was characterised by an abundance of really friendly marshalls offering support (and sweets) all the way round. A first class event.
Date of review: October 26, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Pat Poulton
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: Really enjoyable race. Brilliantly organised.
Date of review: October 24, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Colin Talbot
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Never fails to be excellent
Date of review: October 23, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Bill Hetherton
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Flat and fast
In full: Pros: Very flat and fast, massive PB potential and I clocked my first sub 3 hour marathon. Lovely Oxfordshire countryside, very nice for a weekend away.
Cons: Water in plastic cups didn't cut it for me, I was very dehydrated by the end of the race. Small bottles from mile 14 onwards?
Date of review: October 22, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Peter N16
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: very well organised, brilliantly marshalled, varied but flat route, great event
In full: superb marshals with some tricky crossings made easy, enthusiastic water stations, great facilities. i'd prefer water bottles in the last 10 -isotonics are a bit sweet and plastic cups just dont do it by that stage. otherwise great event
Date of review: October 21, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Shaun Goddard
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: My 1st Marathon so its special for that reason,also my local marathon,ideal for beginners as it`s flat and Marshalls were very supportive.
Date of review: October 21, 2010
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