Edinburgh MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race (1467 votes). 2006 race reviewed by: Tony O'Brien 2
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: A lot better than last years reviews made it sound.
In full: Great day and I thought that the organisation was superb. Yes the heat was tough but there was no shortage of water a locozade to keep you going. Struggled the last few miles with cramp settling in but got there in 3h 50 m. Only critisism would be the cost and fact you need to go to the exbo to collect your number. For £39 I would have expected it to be delivered to my home address.
Date of review: June 11, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Aluaka
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Even better than London!!!
In full: Yes it was hot!
However, in my opinion:
Organisation was superb,
range of scenery kept it interesting,
marshalls were pleasant and very encouraging,
Fellow runners created a good atmosphere,
plenty of water and energy drinks at well spaced intervals.
All in all I had a really good run and enjoyed the marathon experience! Will definately be back next year.
Date of review: June 11, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Ursula Schulz
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Good route, decent atmosphere in the later stages - too hot!!!
In full: Nice course, probably faster route than last year, more downhill stretches. However, since it was so hot, that was difficult to appreciate. Atmosphere a bit quiet in the early stages, but much better towards the end. A big thank you to all these people who got their hosepipes out, very welcome and refreshing showers! Points to improve on: there were absolutely no bands or any official "cheer leaders" along the course, which didn't really help the atmosphere. Also - not exactly sufficient toilet facilities. Since these were restricted to the relay changeovers, one would have needed to stand in a long queue to use them - not ideal. They could have come at shorter intervals. Again - thanks to pub owners and a few other private and public places for helping out in times of need...
Overall - it is an enjoyable race and I would definitely do it again. Although it is maybe the one day of the year where I would be quite happy not to have a scorching hot day...
Date of review: June 11, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Edinburgh Flump
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: We can't let this marathon die!
In full: This is EF's other half - EF was support crew today!
i don't think think this could have been organised any better - the weather was extreme for Edinburgh and it seemed as though the organisers coped well.
This race has the potential to become a great annual event and it would be a shame to lose it.
PS I was sick and still I say this!!
Date of review: June 11, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Katypie
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: MUCH better organised, well done for getting your finger out and rising to the challenge. Thanks to all the marshalls and first aiders on a ridiculously hot day. I had a great time
Date of review: June 11, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Nigel Taylor 2
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: No safety pins with the numbers, very little advertising - people in shops didn't know where and when it started. Start chaotic, and volunteers didn't know
In full: No safety pins with the numbers, very little advertising - people in shops didn't know where and when it started. Start chaotic, and some volunteers didn't know until the day before what they were doing. I was going OK until 17 miles and then strugggled. 3:52:23. Lots of water stations but could have done with one at half way.
Date of review: June 11, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Turnip
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: My 3rd Edinburgh - tough in the heat this year so no PB, better organisation this year, agree about lucozade too close to water. Still expensive compared to other marathons.Big thanks to Marshals and supporters - well done.
Date of review: June 11, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: flatfoot
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great, loved it.
In full: Too hot, but plenty of water available. Lovely cheery marshalls - thanks to all of them.
Date of review: June 11, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Bianchi
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Organisation was spot on this year especially at the beginning and end. The sports caps on the water did not materialise and given the hot weather it was hard from mile 18 onwards! Marshalls , crowds and fellow runners all great. No PB as too hot!
Date of review: June 11, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: big alan
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Improvement on last year
In full: Organisation at start was much better than last year. The start pens seem to work well and city centre venue had a definite buzz. Organisers can't do much about the heat (apart from move to different time of year but then again this is Scotland!). Route was good - mostly scenic. Plenty of water stations as far as I could see. Great support and excellent stewarding. Got a PB so am a happy boy. Hope Council supports event next year as would be a shame to lose this from the calendar.
Date of review: June 11, 2006
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