New Forest MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (247 votes). 2011 race reviewed by: Iain McCallum
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Superb organisation on a scenic course made for a wonderful race.
In full: Firstly don't be put of by the multi-terrain tag. The off-road sections are on good forest tracks and will barely slow you down if at all. Undulating bordering on hilly course so not one for a pb. The killer hill at 22.5 miles was nasty and made worse by having the photographers near the top so walking was not an option! The route really highlighted the beautiful scenery in this part of the New Forest and was a great distraction from my hurting legs. Excellent organisation made for a stress free race. Secure baggage drop was good. Plenty of water stations but the early ones (that are shared with the half) did get busy. The course marshals worked hard at the frequent road crossings and safely kept the vehicles at bay. Only problem I had was the distance from the finish line to main car park-it was a bit of a round trip to get a shower-not great with sore legs. This did not detract from a superb race with excellent organisation which made for one of my favourite races ever. Nice finishers medal and a technical T-shirt (but you have to buy these and I have no problem with that-it helps to keep the entry fee down).Thanks guys.
Date of review: September 26, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: lee rhodes
| | 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 full: The marshalls and race organisers do a great job and help this marathon run so smoothly.
Plenty of water stations but some energy drinks would have been appreciated.
Highly recommend the sports massage at the end.
A little disappointed at the end with the goody bag, some cake or food would have been a nice touch.
Date of review: September 26, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Big T
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Hard, especially from the hill at 22miles
In full: My first marathon and a tough one, I am told the change of route made it harder. Going well to 18miles then the undulations started to tell and the hill at 22 miles is a killer. Last 3 were tough. Well organised and a good day
Date of review: September 26, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: MATT CAFFERKY
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Hard Race with some nice forest views along the way
In full: The New Forest marathon is well organised and marshalled. There are decent crowds in places and the route is well stocked in terms of water supplies. There is a killer hill at 22 miles (the route has changed from previous years) and a few trail sections before this which make this a challenging course, certainly not some where to go seeking a PB. There are some nice views to be had of the New Forest, these views were a little bit lost on me as I run them most weeks, still nice though even through the pain of a marathon.
Date of review: September 26, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: benholmes
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% |
In short: A great setting for my first marathon, plenty of water stations and a good atmosphere. The engaging scenery helped take my mind off my poor legs towards the end.
Date of review: September 26, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Sprout
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Scenic race, impeccable organisation. Steep hills and trail sections make PBs unlikely.
In full: A great race overall, with excellent marshalling and very frequent water stations. Some energy drinks would have helped at the later pit-stops, especially to help tired legs deal with the killer hill between miles 22-23...
Date of review: September 26, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Long Distance Duckling
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Excellent, well organised, well supported and lovely course. Nice medal and t-shirt. Great marshalling and plentiful water stops
Date of review: September 26, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: April Miller
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Fantastic marshals, very well organised, beautiful route, just killer hills ;)!!
Date of review: September 25, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: twiglet_legs
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: The hills hurt, the marshalls were uplifting, the scenery was superb
In full: My first marathon and I chose a challenging one. The marshalls and spectators were the stars of this show. Weather perfect, the drizzle at mile 14 was a nice touch.
Date of review: September 25, 2011
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2010 race reviewed by: DuncanG
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Another great rae in the New Forest
Date of review: November 6, 2010
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