Baxters Loch Ness MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race (442 votes). 2004 race reviewed by: JUMPINGJAX
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: great race ane marshalls so cheery and encouragin all the way
Date of review: October 8, 2004
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2004 race reviewed by: frisp
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Hard course but great fun
In full: I'll do more hill work the next time because my impression was that the first 21 miles was either up hills or down them (shouldn't really be a surprise for the area I suppose). This is a fabulous day out (and weekend away)-well organised and unique-I liked the convoy of buses to the start in the middle of nowhere.
Date of review: October 7, 2004
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2004 race reviewed by: kate O'Brien
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Better than last time!
In full: Good weather both times I've taken part.
A much bigger field than 2002, the 1st time I entered & I think this helped. It wasn't so lonely. Hope it doesn't get too big, may ruin it!!
Date of review: October 7, 2004
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2004 race reviewed by: sprite
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Couldn't have made a better choice for my 1st marathon
In full: Great scenery, weather, local support and testing undulations.
Will definitely be back for next year!
Everyone was so friendly too.
Oh...and a PB (well it was my first marathon)
Date of review: October 7, 2004
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2004 race reviewed by: Neil "Pasty" Riddoch
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: painfull but fulfilling
Date of review: October 7, 2004
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2004 race reviewed by: Ellwood
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Fantastic day, great organisation, great all round.
Date of review: October 7, 2004
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2004 race reviewed by: John Gibson 3
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Top day, great organisation, and what scenery!
Date of review: October 7, 2004
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2004 race reviewed by: Tearlaich
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: I've run this twice and really love it.
Date of review: October 7, 2004
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2004 race reviewed by: kblade
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: a definite PB course... if it's your 1st marathon.
In full: a beautiful day for my 1st big 'un. ignoring all forecasts the sun shone on an undulating course. we ran downhill for a bit, flat for a bit, up a big hill for a big bit, dowhill for a bit, then home, glorious home. great support from the villagers en route, well spaced water/juice stops, great chat, and a tasty goody bag (espesh if you like beetroot pieces).
Date of review: October 7, 2004
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2004 race reviewed by: Cblu
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: although this was my first marathon it was without a doubt the most enjoyable run i have ever had.
Date of review: October 6, 2004
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