Abingdon MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (556 votes). 2009 race reviewed by: Calvin Manning
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Well organised race, rate it very highly
Date of review: October 19, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: david goodwin 3
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: excellent marshalling/post race facilities.
In full: the marshalls were very good and incredibly
supportive-thanks to you all it is much
appreciated.slightly congested in the early
stages but what lovely running conditions.
the cars/traffic is slightly hazardous in
places and again numerous runners completely
disregarded the no mp3 rule-idiots.
the finish is great and a nice hot shower was
most welcome-cheers to the bag storage team.
one small gripe though, I finished in 3 47 so
was surprised to be told no medium t-shirts
left, they had all gone. why fill in what
size I want then have it written on my number
if not enough in my size has been ordered.
normally dont care about this if its a cheap
cotton one but these looked good and the
small I was given makes me look like the
only gay in the village bloke !!
anyway, my running oppo reduced his pb
from 3 39 to 3 32 in his 57th marathon so
a memorable day.
to repeat-marshalls, fantastic.
Date of review: October 18, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Devon Red
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Awesome
In full: PB, first time sub 3 hours... lovin' it!
Thanks to everyone who marshalled and well done race director!
Date of review: October 18, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: B
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: PBs galore :o)
In full: Well organised race, great marshalling and support. A treat to run on a track for the first time and surprised to get a technical t-shirt at the end - bonus! All-in-all a great race, thank you!
Date of review: October 18, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Malamlil
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: great race, excellent marshals; fast too
Date of review: October 18, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Fast Legs
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Excellent
In full: Excellent race. Organization was spot on. Course was great and fast.Finishing on the track was a great bonus, and all the crowd cheering was great. Will definitely be back for more.
Thanks to all involved in such a great day out.
Date of review: October 18, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Ultra Sparkly Bridget
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: My first on-road non-big city marathon and I loved it!
In full: Huge thanks to the organisers of this race. Fabulous facilities at the start/finish area and minimal queues for the ladies for a change. Marshalls supportive and helpful. Technical t-shirt. Just the right sort of goody bag. And of course I'm not in the slightest bit influenced by the fact that I got a PB ;-)
Date of review: October 18, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Union Jack
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Faultless - highly recommended
In full: Excellent organisation, facilities , course , marshals - the complete package and got a PB. Will be back - 5*'s from me. Thank you to all involved and whoever books the weather
Date of review: October 18, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: Denise Rose
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Excellent start/finish venue. Friendly and well organised.
In full: It was great starting and finishing on the track. Most of the scenery was enjoyable, although running alongside traffic was tricky at times especially for a short stretch towards the end heading back through the town. The marshalls were great and support along the route, although limited in numbers was enthusiastic and uplifting. There was a good spirit to this event, and the hot showers at the end made it feel even better going home. Just be prepared for the (extra long!) half mile or so through the grounds of the club when you think you are back in the stadium and about to finish!
Date of review: October 18, 2009
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2009 race reviewed by: beders (oldtimer)
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: fantastic organisation, well supportive marshalls, loads of water, energy drinks, sponges, jelly babies brilliant !!
In full: Without a doubt the best marathon in the UK, super fast, fantastic support and brilliant marshalls, cheering and clapping even us back of the pack runners. Massive thanks to the organisers for a damm good day out plus a very nice gold medal !!
Date of review: October 18, 2009
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