RNLI Reindeer Run 10k (& 5K fun run)Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (36 votes). | 21 to 30 of 36 ratings | Page: 1 2 3 4 |
2008 race reviewed by: chieffy
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Good beginners race.
In full: This was my first organised run so obviously I haven't got anything to compare it with,but it was very enjoyable overall. Good turn out for what was a freezing cold morning. I could complain about the parking,the course being a bit icy in places and the goody bags.....but I won't,just as long as these minor issues are ironed out next year. Be prepared for a tough (for a novice anyway) little incline just after 3 and 8k. Good support from spectators as well.
Date of review: December 1, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Michael Escolme
| | Overall score | | 40% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Not great.
In full: I might do this race again as there aren't too many to choose from at this time of year. But several things really do need o improve for next year.
The "goody bags" were laughable. Witness the marshals giving out as many bags as anyone wanted after the race. Each bag contained a biro and some advertising leaflets. It's a waste of time and quite honestly a little humiliating to give out such rubbish as if it's a treat. How much would it have cost extra to have given participants a small memento or medal and an energy bar?
The hot chocolate and the mince pies at the end were a nice touch, but queuing for 20 minutes in the freezing cold to receive them was not.
The 5k race which started after the 10k had finished had the air of a second class race about it. The timing clock wasn't reset so runners had no idea about their 5k time, the start was jumbled.
Marshalling was generally good; most of the volunteers remained cheery and supportive despite the freezing temperatures. Worryingly though, they did allow cars to drive down the main straight which was used four times on the 10k race and twice on the 5k race. I had to swerve round one car to get to the finish line, which the marshals had allowed through right at one of the busiest finishing times of the 10k. Dangerous? Probably.
The track was very icy in parts, coupled with some quite tight corners made going hazardous at times.
Car parking was on a field nearby. Many cars got bogged down after the race and had to be towed out by a tractor. Take a 4x4 next year if you plan to drive.
Date of review: December 1, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: jrmiller1981
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: An excellent race, lovely scenery and great atmosphere...if a touch icy!
In full: A freezing cold morning, literally, gave way to a lovely two lap 10k. Beautiful scenery and a good atmosphere. The drinks were the coldest ever and was a bit slippery underfoot but overall I had a great time! Well done all. Poor goody bags however.
Date of review: December 1, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: cybarev
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Glorious Location
In full: Great Location and fantastic day to run a 10k.
Good closed roads, a bit narrow at times and quite hectic at the start.
Enjoyed the figure of 8 course as it meant there was plenty of opportunity for supporters to cheer me on!
Goody bag was sparse but the bag itself was a good touch, useful for my kids as a PE bag at school. No medal! CAn we have one next year please?
Loved the antlers and mine actually stayed on for the duration.
Well done to the organisers and cadet marshalls who gave up their Sunday lie in to stand in the freezing cold and keep us on the straight and narow! A great cause, hope you raised a good amount of cash.
Date of review: November 30, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Slowfoot Going Goofy
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Christmas Cheer
In full: Enjoyed the race the two lap course was enjoyable and made for some nice views of Lord Derby's estate. Thanks to all the Marshalls who stood round in the cold weather and managed to smile. The goody bag could do with some work for next year but the antlers were a good touch however maybe not cardboard next year overall 8 out of 10 well worth it.
Date of review: November 30, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Warrington Road Warrior
| | Overall score | | 40% | | Would you do it again? | | No | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 20% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Not much for your money
In full: I know its a charity race but the organisers claim that your race money only paid for the organisation of the event, in that case for my £14 it was very poor value.
A cardboard set of antlers to run in and a goody bag that consisted of leaflets and a pen advertising a machine hire company. I've paid less and got a lot more at every other race I have ever done.
The race itself was fairly flat so there is some PB potential, however the organisation wasn't massively well done at the start. The people near the front had to be told by the people at the back we had started. It was a two lap 10k, in a figure 8 (you passed the start 4 times) and quite nice scenery starting and finishing at the house.
Mince Pie and Hot Chocolate provided at the end.
If the money all went on the event and not to the RNLI it really is hard to see where all the money has gone. Since it was a 10k where a lot of the competitors will only run this race, a medal could have been given out.
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Date of review: November 30, 2008
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2004 race reviewed by: Pigmy
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: fun festive race
In full: Great for beginners to run off-road and a lovely cup of mulled wine and free massage afterwards. Start was a bit shambolic - lots of supporters milling around amongst the runners. This was my sister's first ever 10k and she loved it.
Date of review: January 6, 2005
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2004 race reviewed by: Zoom :-)
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great festive fun, a bit challenging but nice change from road races.
Date of review: December 29, 2004
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2004 race reviewed by: Ye Olde Dragon
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: a hard race but definitely a 'do again'
Date of review: December 16, 2004
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2004 race reviewed by: Janie Smit
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Loved it
Date of review: December 7, 2004
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