NSPCC Milton Keynes Half MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (24 votes). | 11 to 20 of 24 ratings | Page: 1 2 3 |
2012 race reviewed by: lizmc
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: second time running this race and will make it a 3rd next year
In full: Flat scenic and well organised. Local to me but I would travel as very enjoyable.
Date of review: July 8, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: VITZUK
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Excellent organisation; Flattish course
In full: Well organised race by NSPCC. Course is flat in most parts though there are short undulating parts with underpasses. The gradual climb of a home straight was a little confusing as the inflatable NSPCC start/finish line had been moved so we had to do a lap of the field before finishing!
Good enthusiastic marshalls; 3 water stations; baggage well managed. Showers available too. Car parking short walk to start line. Very nice medal; energy bar, water and banana at the end. There were small pockets of locals supporting the race which was nice.
The forecast rain didnt arrive! Needed that!
Date of review: July 8, 2012
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2011 race reviewed by: Montythemole
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: A great flat half course, ideal for first timers or PB
In full: My first half and really enjoyed it.
I liked the free choice of starting group based on your expected finish time. I'd previously done a few organised events where once signed up you were stuck in the group for that start time. Great if you're a regular runner but if new to running and training going well you'll end up stuck in a group far slower than your actual pace.
Well organised, good medal, decent post race snacks/drinks.
Date of review: November 8, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: keith curwood
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: my first half and would recommend to anyone!! really enjoyable :)
Date of review: September 23, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Catcat
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: All those little hills get easier the second time you do it
In full: A pretty good race, nice flat course with only the small lumps around the canal and roundabouts.
organisation is very good as well. Very good for anyone doing their first half.
Date of review: August 14, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: MB1
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Great race, slick organisation, definitely worth a return visit, again....
Date of review: July 21, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Phil Smith 26
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Great organisation and fairly flat course ideal for beginners or a PB.
Date of review: July 19, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Ricardodaintino
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Who knew Milton Keynes was so Scenic
In full: It would appear that once you get out of the car and take a walk (or run) around Milton Keynes it can actually be quite scenic. We navigated around lakes, parkland woods and canal paths. Not many city based races can boast that.
Gripes, I seemed to hit the first 3 miles too fast because once 1500 people funnelled onto the first red way route there was no room to manoeuvre as you are all squished within the 2 or three metre wide jam packed path. I'd also consider reversing the route, the only really hilly parts of the course seem to be in the final 4 miles, which might be a bit challenging to new runners and charity folk. But on the other hand, we all like a challenge don't we???
Date of review: July 18, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Barry Mansfield
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Second year running this race, another PB.
In full: Love this race, it has a great atmosphere, is scenic and is well marshalled. Nice cool day too so didn't overheat.
Gripe time - I know some people register and don't turn up but when over 500 of the 1800 entrants have been given as "Not Yet Started" or a "Started and Running" one has to question the 'new' chip timing system. Time for me to get my own stopwatch maybe??
However, it wont spoil my memory of this race and, in the words of Arnie, "I'll be back".
Date of review: July 18, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: lizmc
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: my first half. good organisation with a scenic (for milton keynes) route.
Date of review: July 18, 2011
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