Mansfield Stars and Stripes Half-MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (165 votes). 2005 race reviewed by: Jamie Harrier
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: A very enjoyable race over an interesting and testing course. Very friendly crowds and organisers all the way around. Lots of water stations.
Date of review: July 4, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: DrGonzo
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Good organisation, VERY friendly, Sufficient Water, Sponges and quality T-Shirt
In full: On a hot day thanks to the pub (and the band) that laid on extra water. Thanks to the policeman giving encouragement there (you know who you are).. that was a first.
Like the touch of giving people the time as they ran (or struggled) past. Have just experienced the Manchester 10K, the most important thing is that there is water, which they had in plenty and all marshalls should be thanked for their efforts.
Date of review: July 4, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: BARKSY
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: excellent well organised race
In full: in short the best organised half marathon i have entered, congrats to the organisers for such a well run (sorry about the pun! ] event ... a challenging but pleasant course, good drink stations facilities etc, great stewards, generous goody bag excellent t shirt etc , (and i managed a pb as well ) congrats to all who took part .well done mansfield! one of the best...
Date of review: July 4, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Chris Dallison
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: My first half - brilliantly organised & friendly. Highly recommended - a credit to my home town!
Date of review: July 4, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Boothenator
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Once again this race was well organised from start to finish. A race to make your year.
Date of review: July 4, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Fast Walker
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Must train for this next time! Ran out of steam at 10 miles. Great atmos, enjoyed the quiet country lanes, didn't enjoy the loop at 7-10miles demoralises the soul to see runners goin the other way 2-3 miles ahead.
Date of review: July 4, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: cooperclassic
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Well organised and enjoyable but it's hilly not undulating!
Date of review: July 3, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Melbas
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Glorious. Great atmosphere. Superb organisation
Date of review: July 3, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: john/66
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: well organised
In full: a good day ,cold water would have been nice.good to have live music and certain points on the course
Date of review: July 3, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Tattooed Runner
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: A really well organised race with some very good runnung particularly in the first half. Would like bottles of water handed to me rather than help yourself cups which seemed to get water everywhere except where needed but otherwise one of the best
Date of review: July 3, 2005
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