Snowdonia MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (450 votes). 2012 race reviewed by: Haydn Baker
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Simply Wonderful!
In full: Let not my own poor performance cloud my opinion of this wonderful event.
The fabulous conditions let us for once truly appreciate the grandness of the beauty of this place, stunning!
Perfectly organised, marshalled and supported throughout with the best public anywhere (Diolch!). I would give a special mention too to their excellent FaceBook page where we were kept well informed, had our queries answered swiftly and were really listened to, an example to others.
If you're wondering whether to do this one day don't let the profile put you off it's more than worth all the effort.
My only sour note is the litterers, sorry there's no excuse, if you can carry it full you can carry it empty. This a beautiful place and that's why we're here if you can't respect that stick to the big city runs and leave the natural places to those of us who care.
Date of review: October 28, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: BelleVueRacerOfBeartown
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Awesome race - Best marathon there is
In full: Too many highlights to mention.
Flawless and friendly organisation, amazing course, spectacular scenery, plenty of water stations, amazing crowds....
See you next year!
Date of review: October 27, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: manic-me
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: A great race!
In full: Really enjoyable, friendly race. Lots of hills, but that's why most people do it!
A real shame so many of us got parking tickets... Bloody local council!
Date of review: October 27, 2012
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2011 race reviewed by: paulsamcymru
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: The King of Marathons for me!!!
In full: Tough isnt the word but amazing it is. I'll be here year after year
Date of review: June 1, 2012
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2011 race reviewed by: alan davies 13
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 20% |
In short: truly amazing course, yes there are hills, but it is Snowdonia! if you wanta true marathon challenge, sign up now!! fantatsic scenery, superb support from the most enthusiastic people anywhere, a true community event, with a big race feel!!
Date of review: January 28, 2012
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2011 race reviewed by: Robert Mole 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Why does it always rain on race day, evil chafing strikes again!
In full: A great race despite the cold and rain, definitely one to do at least once in your lifetime.
Date of review: January 27, 2012
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2011 race reviewed by: Darryl Davison 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 20% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Hard but Brilliant Race
In full: This was the second time I've ran Snowdon and the most I've enjoyed any race. Its hard and there is no chance of a decent PB especially with the climb at 22 miles! Its a must do though, time goes out the window and its about pure enjoyment for me. I'll be back again next year. Oh and a big shout out to the marshals, at best the weather is terrible year on year and they do a great job to support all the runners.
Date of review: December 16, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: David Field 16
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 20% |
In short: fantastic atmosphere - can't wait for next year
In full: This was my 3rd marathon having done London twice and I managed to take 30 minutes off my PB (more down to under achieving in London than this race having PB potential).
Thoroughly enjoyed it although it was a shame about the weather - although wasn't really expecting it to be nice.
Great organisation, fantastic atmosphere and support from friends, family, locals, marshalls and fellow runners - thanks to all.
The last 4 miles were pure torture - not sure what was worse the 2 miles up or the steep 2 miles back down. Could hardly walk the following day but still can't wait to run it again though. 13 years of running and my favourite event so far.
Date of review: December 3, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Sean Gavin 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Immense race. Beautiful scenery and a great challenge!
In full: Even though I missed my target time still felt immense sense of achievement finishing this one! Stunning scenery. Challenging weather and hills esp. after Waunfawr all added up to an epic race. Organisation and support excellent. Just about the right size. Only issue was a bit of traffic after Beddgelert and would be great to have a tech Tshirt to train in afterwards, I'd buy one! Would much rather enter this race than London, or just about any other marathon. As a resident of North Wales, really proud to have this one on our doorstep! Rhedeg yn rhydd!!
Date of review: November 26, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: ChefRunner31
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Best Uk Marathon without a doubt.
Date of review: November 24, 2011
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