Hinckley Dog & Hedgehog 1/2 MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (141 votes). 2006 race reviewed by: phal
 | | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: enjoyable - but bloomin wet!
In full: I did enjoy that - got a PB, and the t-shirt at the end is a good'un - mars bar and bananas much appreciated as well :o)
Pity about the weather though, cos although it was good for running in, it did dampen (sorry about the pun) the atmosphere and the supporteres were in dribs and drabs, but still very much appreciated!
Had a bit of a problem finding the start too -I know that sounds stupid, but because we'd driven in the opposite way to where the start was set up, there weren't any signs to show you where to go! (Did ask some helpful marshalls though and we got there eventually!)
Date of review: May 7, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: KayCee
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Excellent
In full: A pb, mars bar and banana, I can't ask for more. Pretty race with enough ups to challenge. Well organised. A tight start and finishing on wet grass the only slight concerns but can't see what else could be done so overall 10 out of 10. Will be back next year. Well done to the organisers. The woman who decided to bend over and tie her shoe laces just after the start with 800 people trying to get into their stride in a narrow lane nearly took out more runners than a hand grenade, not the best of ideas I feel. I must practise leapfrog for next year.
Date of review: May 7, 2006
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2005 race reviewed by: The Long Man
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Excellent race, great organisation and scenic course
In full: Really enjoyed this (I think). Only my second 1/2 following Silverstone in March. Organisation was great and the course was extremely scenic, a complete contrast to the London 1/2 marathon on the F1 track. Nice support from the villages en route. Actually enjoyed the hail storm, seemed to spur me on a bit. Will certainly be back next year. Nice that there is something for the family to do on the day in nice surroundings also. Well done to Hinckley A.C. and a big thankyou to all the marshalls.
Date of review: May 12, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Steve Adcock
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Well worth the 40 mile drive there (and back again)
In full: Just the right mix of countryside and villages etc. The course wasn't boringly flat, nor too arduous. A really good morning out, but a shame about the weather. I hope to be there next year.
Date of review: May 12, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Bodders
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: loved the gated road bit
Date of review: May 10, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Nik B
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Well organised race in a great setting good for first timers and experienced runners alike.
Date of review: May 10, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Weety
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Fantastic run, great t-shirt! Thanks to the marshalls and all at Hinckley Running Club.
Date of review: May 9, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Ima Gazelle
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great race, friendly people, fantastic scenery and a PB. Perfect.
Date of review: May 9, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: jennyb
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: Great race!
In full: Really well organised race, wicked course with fab views on generally quiet roads. Undulating but totally worth the effort, fab quality Tee-shirt at the end. Marshalls were great full of encouragement so thanks!Will def enter next year - well done Hinckley Running Club.
Date of review: May 9, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Borders
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Very good challenging half-marathon.
In full: Excellent organisation; quality t-shirt as momento shame the weather didn't give the race the respect it deserves.
Date of review: May 9, 2005
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