'Down Tow Up Flow' Thames Towpath Half Marathon  Here's how RW members rated this race (167 votes). 2011 race reviewed by: Gary Powell 4
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Best Race This Year!
In full: I really enjoyed this race, it was very well organised, in a beautiful part of the country. Apart from a few bottlenecks at the start, it soon evened out and made for a really enjoyable run. I would highly recommend it to anyone, first timer to a half marathon or experienced runner
Date of review: July 26, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Magdalena Czarnecka
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: It was my first run ever. Although I didn't prepare myself well I enjoyed scenery and run a lot.
Date of review: July 26, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Tess Ryan
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: marshalls are very helpful, friendly and supportive. I dont know his name, but I ask for a water and he gave me his bottle of water.....lovely guy, I also saw him at the finish line and still he congratulates me but 4got 2 ask his name. Hes so sweet.
In full: This is my First Half Marathon. I enjoyed the first 15 k and lovely view But atmosphere are so boring, nobody even say good luck or clap their hands to motivate u, when u passed by except the marshalls. But I am so glad I have finished it even though I am the last person crossed the finish line. I dont care...I will definitely do it again...I just hope theres more supportive people when u pass by them especially after 18k as thats where u need people to cheer u up and u dont feel abandon just by urself. So u r feel motivated to carry on running until u reach the finish line.....so boring at the finish line too. X
Date of review: July 26, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Steffan Davies 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Beautiful scenery, pleasant event and a great morning out!
Date of review: July 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Peter Darkins 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In full: An excellent race. Good number of water stations, great views, two waves start was good to spread people out, a bit of a queue for the toilets at the start, another time need more toilets, well sign posted with good number of marshals the stiles add to the event but stop very fast times.
Date of review: July 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: chloe wardle
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Lush race!
In full: Gorgeous scenery, excellent organisation, friendly crowd and perfect final destination for recovery picnic with friends! I look forward to returning next year.
Date of review: July 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Rafiki
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: A great way to spend a Sunday morning!
In full: A great, friendly, well organised race. No point trying for a PB, but a great chance to relax and enjoy the run for a change. My only suggestion would be, as this always seems to be a hot race, would be to have at least one water station with bottles for us idiots that still can't drink out of cups!
Thanks Purple Patch for another excellent run!
Date of review: July 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Jamie Furness
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Lots of water stations was much appreciated! great view, good number of participants, a bit of a queue for the toilets at the start, but made it in time, for serious runners the stiles might have been annoying, but perfect for me!
Date of review: July 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Chau See
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Watch out for cyclist and dogs!
Date of review: July 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Liza Campbell
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Friendly, picturesque and flat but slowing down for gates and bridges means it's not a quick one.
Date of review: July 25, 2011
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