'Down Tow Up Flow' Thames Towpath Half Marathon  Here's how RW members rated this race (167 votes). 2009 race reviewed by: Hamster 1
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Really pretty run, well-organised. I loved it apart from hitting the wall at 10 miles and crawling over the line!
Date of review: July 26, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: TomD
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: A great race, especially for first-timers
Date of review: July 26, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Christine Meek
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: A toughie, but good.
In full: well organised local race with a good mix of runners from club to beginners. Glorious scenery, great marshalling - one to do again. The only gripe was the baggage reclaim - the poor guy had no idea and it was a disaster getting your kit back.
Date of review: July 26, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Beth Akers 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great first half marathon, really really well organised
In full: Great first half marathon, really really well organised. The water stations every 2 miles made a big difference too.
Date of review: July 26, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: C LaFontaine
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Thought it would be faster - but really enjoyed it anyway!
In full: The day was perfect - the weather was ideal. Thought the course was PB worthy - but just a few too many obstacles - cow pies, tree stumps, stairs, for me. Loved it anyway - will definitely be there next year!
Date of review: July 26, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Way Too Slow
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Flat and scenic
In full: Another smooth as silk event from Purple Patch runners. The route alternates direction each year, this year was Marlow to Windsor. The course is flat and scenic in either direction, although you do have to watch your feet as there are tree routes, bumps and dips ready to catch you out if you aren't paying attention.
The marshalls were very cheery and supportive throughout, so many thanks to them.
Another great event, see you there next year.
Date of review: July 26, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Anjelicals
| | 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: Great route, lovely scenery. No real PB potential as tow path, and difficult to overtake. Great race, will definitely do it again next year!
Date of review: July 26, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: want-to-run-better
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Well done, Purple Patch
In full: Another extremely well-organised race. I was very pleased to find the kissing gates were held open this year! Lovely atmosphere - especially with runners moving over on the narrow stretches to let others pass. I hope the runner who was poorly at mile 12.5 has made a full recovery.
Date of review: July 26, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Muttley
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Excellent event!
In full: Picture-postcard scenery along the Thames, smooth organization, flat course, secure baggage and not too crowded. There's a reason why this one sells out months in advance.
Date of review: July 26, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: JohnFol
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Again PP show how races should be organised
In full: So if you are after a really good scenic run, are not too fussed about time, without the hassle of 1 loo per 1000 runners (Asics take note) then this is a good one to go for. It was a tough half marathon considering it was flat. Partly my fault due to lack of training, but the ground under foot was tricky in places (tree roots, divots, grass, gravel). Even so, thoroughly enjoyed it and am looking forward to the next Purple Patch event
Date of review: July 26, 2009
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