Forest of Dean Trails Half-MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (240 votes). 2008 race reviewed by: P Jones
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Virtually faultless
In full: Would have dropped the virtually if the start had have been 10am prompt as promised - it was delayed 15 mins for latesters. Apart from that it was great - a reasonably tough course, good support considering the conditions, great organisation thanks to the Cadets & other volunteers and a decent medal. Also good that it wasn't just the top 3 that got special awards.
Date of review: March 16, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: POCO PENGUIN
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Bloody hard going Tougher than expected
In full: This was my first half and i prep myself really well before hand loads of 10 miles runs and thought i was ready for it and i was until the 9th mile and bang injury .Never mind i completed it but no PB. Look out next year. I Cant Wait. Bloody good event. This has to be one of my all time favourite's.
Date of review: March 16, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Athrawes
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Lovely downhills at the end
In full: Cooling drizzle at the start, would have been seriously tough in the hot. Ups were steep enough to make me wonder/walk and the downs were very welcome. As a newbie to trail running i really enjoyed it.
Date of review: March 16, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Welsh Alex
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Forest Trails, Super Air Quality, Faultless Race
In full: :-))
Really enjoyed, nice trail course, climbs to about 8.5 miles then downhill. Everything right about it, even the Pub.
:-))
Date of review: March 16, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: louismaxy
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: A great race and weel
Date of review: March 16, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Mcgru
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Rivers, Puddles and Mud but still a great course. And half the price of the Bath too
Date of review: March 16, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Andrew George 3
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Heroes
In full: Just a thought to night, passed a guy at 12.5 miles collasped being given CPR, after the emergency services arrived and the air ambulance I spoke to the St Johns lady to see if he was alright. She said that the runners on the scene and been spot on with their first aid.
If your looking for the best performances this weekend, look know further to these guys!
Date of review: March 16, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Louis Collins
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Fantastic experience. A real pleasure to be part of this race.
In full: Uplifting. It was such a pleasure to be running off road. The muddy underfoot conditions actually made it all the more exciting for me. Even the hills (which on the first half of the course seemed to be never ending) were a joy to run, the surroundings and atmosphere of this race gave me an extra lift as I climbed. A definite 'do again' race. Thanks to all marshalls - you did a great job.
Date of review: March 16, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: DIHetherington
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: A fantastic friendly muddy race, definately my favourite!
In full: This was the first time I ran this race. It was very well organised with excellent marshalls and volunteers. It was muddy, but thats the way I like it. I will be back next year, welldone everyone involved!
Date of review: March 16, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: ewen smith
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: well organised, friendly, great showers, good family day out in great area,would do again,but not a pb course.
Date of review: March 16, 2008
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