Portland 10Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (31 votes). | 21 to 30 of 31 ratings | Page: 1 2 3 4 |
2007 race reviewed by: Gazster
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: A good scenic race but with a long slog home
In full:
Lovely sunshine and strong sea winds. This was the first time I had run this race and the view running down to the Bill was really uplifting. However, the 2.5 mile, uphill battle from the Bill to the finish line was tougher than I expected. The race was well organized with plenty of water stations (some were giving out sponges). All runners received a nice embroidered towel at the finish line.
Date of review: July 3, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: dave lowthian
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: top scenary cant fault this one
In full: back next year .well organized ,sponges to mop the sun and wind from your brow.the view down to the bill priceless . embrioded towel to finish . this ones tougher than the billing especially with the elements but if you get chance do it just for run down to the lighthouse alone.
Date of review: July 2, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Dustboy
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Top fun. Even had sponges, brilliant.
Date of review: July 2, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: shypetal
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: A challenging and scenic race with a good spread of abilities.
In full: I have visited Portland all my life due to family living there, but have never tired of the beautiful vistas. This year presented with glorious sunshine, but strong sea winds which you were, at times, running into whilst going uphill. However, the comraderie was great, and I was really pleased with my time as I came in quicker than I anticipated despite the hills and the wind. Some angel was handing out jelly babies around mile 8 by the Bill, and I received a fab embroidered towel for my trouble. Can't wait for next year!
Date of review: July 2, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Adrian Dyke
| | 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: A enjoyable race
In full: Well marshalled and plenty of water stations and jelly babies at Portland Bill lighthouse. At least it stayed dry although a little breezy. Nice blue towel on completion of race
Date of review: July 1, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: kirkjr13
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Another good race but challenging in the conditions - again!
In full: Well organised and very friendly race. Nice memento this year - a towel! very useful. Windy conditions made a challenging hilly course even harder. Loads of prizes but still a quick presentation. Well done!!
Date of review: July 1, 2007
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2006 race reviewed by: kirkjr13
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Very nice local race. Hard going in the heat especially that long climb home!!
Date of review: August 13, 2006
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2005 race reviewed by: portland wayne
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: a fantastic race, beautirul scenery but a long slog back from Portland Bill to the finish. Home race so it's the best!!
Date of review: June 9, 2006
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2005 race reviewed by: Ray G
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: One of my favourites - well-organised, friendly marshalls, challenging course, good tee-shirt
Date of review: July 4, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Dunnarunner
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Us runners were very well looked after with lots of marshals, plentiful drink stations with sponges, free on-site parking, and refreshments & showers afterwards.
Date of review: July 4, 2005
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