Great Cumbrian Run Half-MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (322 votes). 2008 race reviewed by: Johnc5
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Better course - Good atmosphere and excellent organisation
In full: Mike - don't beat yourself up just because there are one or two minor complaints. You can always improve on any event and I you already know what to do! You'll never please everybody. The new route is 100% better. The chips allow for a steady safe start without everyone tripping over each other and the city centre section lets everyone sort out an early pace. The undulations make for a nice variation in the course and give your legs a rest (unlike the challenges og the Langdale half). The crowd cheery and marshals/water station assistants were excellent. This event will only go from strength to strength (please keep the course though). Good luck with next year. I'll be there with my wife and anyone else I can pursuade.
Date of review: October 23, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Richard Stevenson 6
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: A very scenic and well organised race, ideal for beginners.
Date of review: October 23, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: miami mike
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: had a nice time, what more can I say
Date of review: October 22, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: gravesylad
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Quite simply one of the best races on the calendar
In full: Once again a fantastic event made even better by the new outstanding course, loved every minute of it. great en route support, friendly marshals, excellent organisation and I personally don't think it was that hilly. Will definitely be back next year for another crack.
Date of review: October 22, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Gazza1961
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great getting into the countryside !
In full: I see some runners class it as hilly ! ?... I think it was mildly undulating, and I also expect a wee hill here and there in any 1/2 or full Marathon. Are there really totally flat 1/2 or full Marathons in Britain ?. Well organised, good communication by the Organiser, good crowds,and I would definately consider running it again.Braw !
Date of review: October 22, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: smallcog
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: My first race can't wait for more
Date of review: October 22, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: terry tibbs
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: a great day out
In full: perfectly organised, a great run, will do again next year
Date of review: October 22, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: CRAIG HARROD
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: New course proves a success all round with a very enjoyable run.
Date of review: October 21, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: ELSIE MUMFORD 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: loved every minute of it
Date of review: October 21, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Ian Tomlinson
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Well organised run through nice countryside
In full: This is a great, friendly event.
A little undulating for a PB, but a nice challenging run. Great scenery in the non-town parts of the run.
The organiser takes real pride in the race.
The finish was excellent - half a lap of running track and then your name announced as you cross the line - nice touch.
Great medal, nice t shirt from New Balance.
Definitely recommended!
Date of review: October 21, 2008
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