Larking Gowen City of Norwich Half Marathon  Here's how RW members rated this race (267 votes). 2009 race reviewed by: Moonlight
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Outstanding. A wonderful event all-round, highly recommended! In full: More or less everything about the event was fantastic. It was well-organised and spacious, everyone knew exactly what was going on, and the race organisers were cheery and very helpful. The start was prompt, and a great atmosphere as the sun came out right after a rainy spell. The marshals (and spectators!) were brilliant, they really helped a lot. The course itself was very nice, lots of gradual inclines but a pretty quick course nonetheless.
At the finish everything was well-run, with prize bags, medals and fruit to replenish energy all being there. With great running conditions, all of the above combined to make this runner have a fantastic experience at his first half marathon - I'd recommend this to anyone, experienced runner or otherwise! Date of review: November 30, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Tifrum
 | | 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: Fantastic Marshalls and Helpers. You're the heroes for standing our in the wet and cold, In full: Excellent organisation, can't be faulted. Considering it was nearly December it is hardly suprpising that it there was some rain and cold temperatures, but to organise a rainbow and then some at the start was a masterstroke! Another PB for me but I think I've peaked now, I can't imagine getting any better. Once again, a huge thank you to all the helpers on the day, you did us proud. Date of review: November 30, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Mark-C
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Is it just me that wants the hill back In full: Enjoyed it again and the rain stopped at the right time. the course change has got a lot of positive feedback but i think it's a pity to see the big challenge removed.
I'll be back .... Date of review: November 30, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Johnersh
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Two Loops of Flattish Norfolk Countryside... In full: I've not done the previous Norwich course, which i'm told did have a "killer" hill.
This course is best described as having the odd undulation and passes through a mix of small villages, countryside and through the Norwich Showground. Well marked on the miles, by the time you're on the 2nd loop you know fully what to expect and can push hard for that PB...
The fact that the rain held off for the race, helps wrap up my happy memories of the day - i'll be back next year. Date of review: November 30, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Katy Brandom
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Really enjoyed the race, was worth the trip from Hertfordshire. A bit of a beginner so it was very beginner friendly. Date of review: November 30, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Nigel Gilham
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: good to get off on time this year,rain held off which was a bonus, change of course was a good idea & traffic free! Date of review: November 30, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: LAURA PIEKOS
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In full: Big thank you to all the marshalls and the drivers that slowed down and shame on the drivers that thought they were at brans hatch. Thank you to the marshall at 9 miles who put a plaster on my back. Date of review: November 30, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Marcel Braat
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
Date of review: November 30, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Sean Reeve
 | | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Like-able race but cold cattle sheds for changing rooms In full: Weather conditions didn't help but race was good, I was on for a PB but my legs had over plans. Car park was very slow to get out off. There were more peolpe supporting than I expected. The changing area was very cold and a distance from the showers. I would it again just to beat my slow time. Date of review: November 30, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: PKC
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Mainly well organised race In full: Enjoyable race with good and supportive marshalls. Could have done with more people for chip collection and goody bag area but can't have everything. Well done CONAC I'll be back next year. Date of review: November 30, 2009
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