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Overall score		60%
Would you do it again?		Maybe
Details:
Scenery		80%
PB potential		60%
Atmosphere		60%
Organisation		20%
Value		40%
Beginner-friendliness		60%

In short: need more loos! had an engery needed medical attention waited for 55min before someone came not good enought had to pull out at 19.5 miles if only the first aid had come quicker i would have been able to complete my run
Date of review: June 13, 2005

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Overall score		60%
Would you do it again?		No
Details:
Scenery		80%
PB potential		40%
Atmosphere		20%
Organisation		60%
Value		40%
Beginner-friendliness		60%

In short: Why didn't the organisers make more use of the Historical centre? I can run along wooded paths on my training run!
In full: I really did get bored with the scenery - if your in one of the best historical cities you think you would get to see more of its rather than go through suburbia and run along tow paths!

Other than that I can't really fault the organisers, they could have dished out larger waterbottles at the feed stations (250ml per 3 miles is a bit stingey) or have more regular feed stations.

Can't see what the fuss is about the start (other than the lack of toilets). I tuned up at 8.30am and there was plenty of space at the start.
Date of review: June 13, 2005

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Overall score		80%
Would you do it again?		Maybe
Details:
Scenery		80%
PB potential		40%
Atmosphere		60%
Organisation		60%
Value		40%
Beginner-friendliness		60%

In short: challenging - especially the uphill in the last 2 miles, but great scenery and very friendly
In full: compared to London (my 1st) this was a great chance to stretch your legs and run at your own pace. The uphill in the last 2 miles wasn't appreciated, and spectator support around the course was patchy, but v friendly, organisers. More loos most definitely required!!!!
Date of review: June 13, 2005

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		80%
PB potential		80%
Atmosphere		100%
Organisation		100%
Value		100%
Beginner-friendliness		100%

In short: Excellent race, marshalls, facilities and fun
In full: Great marathon, totally motivating
Date of review: June 13, 2005

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Overall score		80%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		100%
PB potential		80%
Atmosphere		80%
Organisation		60%
Value		80%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: Fantastic weekend in a brilliant city
In full: My first marathon and I had a great time. Nice scenery through the city streets and along the coast. Final slightly uphill section through housing not quite so pleasant, but the local support here was at its best. Loved the home made showers.
The fitness expo wasn't as big as I expected and I can certailnly see why so many people have complained about lck of loos. I joined the mass exodus of men and women to the trees and bushes.
Worst part for me was those cobbled streets, ouch!
Overall, a fantastic experience. Not even the flight delay on the journey home spoilt it. Well done Edinburgh, I'll be back.
Date of review: June 13, 2005

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		100%
PB potential		80%
Atmosphere		100%
Organisation		80%
Value		40%
Beginner-friendliness		100%

In short: great race..poor loos..and a PB!
In full: much better race this year...although v.poor loos and exit at baggage tent otherwise organisation good. expensive
Date of review: June 13, 2005

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		80%
PB potential		40%
Atmosphere		100%
Organisation		100%
Value		60%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: Thoroughly enjoyed it
In full: Despite finishing in over 6 hours due to a knee injury, I thoroughly enjoyed the day. The organisation was excellent, the marshalling was superb and the crowds were very very supportive. Would definitely give it another go, hopefully with no injuries!!
Date of review: June 13, 2005

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		80%
PB potential		80%
Atmosphere		100%
Organisation		60%
Value		40%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: First time marathon for me - will definitely be back next year.
Date of review: June 13, 2005

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Overall score		60%
Would you do it again?		Maybe
Details:
Scenery		80%
PB potential		40%
Atmosphere		40%
Organisation		40%
Value		20%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: Should be a wee bit better organised for such an expensive race
In full: £40 entry (and £100 for relay teams) - surely some of this money could go towards more toilets and more changing tents? The male changing tent was dangerously crowded, and as the organisers knew there would be approx. 1000 relay teams, then 2 toilets at the changeover points is a bit poor (especially as full marathon runners were expected to use these too). The amount of people running this race is increasing, so the the organisers should realise the number of facilities will have to increase. And it's WAY too expensive.
Date of review: June 13, 2005

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		80%
PB potential		60%
Atmosphere		100%
Organisation		100%
Value		60%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: Fantastic race with great organisation and exellent support
In full: Edinburgh should be proud of this race.
It's an incredibly practical marathon to run. It starts and ends in the same place and there are enough runners to create a good atmosphere, but not so many that you need to weave.
The Edinburgh crowds were magnificent. They were well spread throughout the course and gave a huge amount of support and encouragement, even to me in my English club vest!
I didn't have a problem with the toilets - I think I must have beaten the rush.
Date of review: June 13, 2005

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