Liverpool MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (140 votes). 2011 race reviewed by: Steady Fast
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Excellent for a first time marathon
In full: Delay at start was a little unfortunate but didn't stop this race being excellent.
Coming out of the tunnel was fantastic as was the city centre and the finish. Looping Sefton Park became a bit of a challenge but overall this has the potential to become a huge race. Well done scousers.
Date of review: October 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Beer and Lard
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: When you run to the drums in the tunnel - You'll be back.
In full: Great event. As the first time running of the event it was brilliant. Crowds were found all along the route - even for us very slow runners. When I crossed the finish line I always thought I would think never again but have to admit I want to go back and do it again.
The one line summary will mean a special something to everyone who ran the race this year and next year it could and should be you.
Date of review: October 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: paul 22
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Best race I've done for atmosphere. The people of L'pool should be proud
In full: The day started with an unavoidable delay. If some complete idiots choose to ignore the road closures the organisers have to put safety first. This I feel did affect a lot of people in the latter stages of the race though.
Once the race got going it was pretty much perfect. The wind was maybe a little strong but a lot better than forecast. The support on the Wirral was about normal for a marathon and then came the dullness of the tunnel. What followed was one of the best experiences of my life. The thrill that came as I came out of the tunnel to drummers and thousands of wellwishers was something that I highly recommend every runner experiences.
It was tough running for the next nine mile, up a hill and then loops of parks but the home straight soon made you forget the pain. It was a lovely finish by the three graces and the volunteers handing out medals were first class.
Goody bag was poor but hey you can't have everything.
A real triumph for a first effort. Can't wait for next year.
Date of review: October 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Faz1967
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In full: The 45 min delay at start and steep climb out of tunnel drained so much energy, it took the edge off what was otherwise a fabulous day.
Date of review: October 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: XabiDood
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: First year teething problems aside (delay), this was a fantastic occasion!!
Date of review: October 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Mallard
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Well organised with excellent atmosphere.
Date of review: October 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: frank mc dermott
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | No | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Not bad for a first time marathon but not great either. 45 min delay was really bad at the start.
Date of review: October 24, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Gary Herring
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great course, great atmosphere, great city, great race.
Date of review: October 21, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Rachel Symons
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: A good race - great atmosphere and support - crowd phenominal. The climb out of the tunnel up up to Sefton park was tough coming at mile 13 - lead to lots of cramp in lots of runners. A tougher course than expected but definately worth it.
Date of review: October 21, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: fat-arze
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: good run
In full: an excellent race, coming out the tunnel to the beating drums was so uplifting. thanks to everyone involved. ill be back
Date of review: October 21, 2011
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