Hanley Building Society Potters Arf MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (281 votes). 2008 race reviewed by: birder
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Some tough hills, but great race
In full: Hot and hilly. Liked the idea of different medals. Be back next year for the Gold. Missed out this year by less than a minute, but did stop for an ambulance! Fab crowd support, good organisation.
Date of review: June 8, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: The O.A.P
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Hot, hilly but well supported
Date of review: June 8, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Matt Short 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: A hard course with excellent support
Date of review: June 8, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: martin banks
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: A couple of killer hills
In full: Didn't get a medal but deserved one!
Date of review: June 8, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Running Water
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Just great. Brilliant locals. Tough hills.
Date of review: June 8, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: mean mummy
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Fantastic support along the whole route with plenty of hosepipes and supplies from the locals..
Date of review: June 8, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Steven Corden
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Couple of tough hills
Date of review: June 8, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: RunMarkoRun
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great first half marathon experience - some tough hills though
Date of review: June 8, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: andrew downes
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: hard as hell
In full: i ran 1h39 today in one of the hardest races iv ever done
Date of review: June 8, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Nick Dunning
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Tough, great hills, fantastic atmosphere and great organisation
In full: This was my 2nd time and I actually got a pb against the odds. The heat made it extra tough but the atmosphere is exceptional and drives you on. I have done a few halves now and haven't found anyhing to test you like this. Hosepipes at the top of Milton at 11 were very welcome. Can't wait till next year!!!
Date of review: June 8, 2008
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