Leek Half-MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (110 votes). 2007 race reviewed by: Farouk Vawda
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Challenging road half-marathon.
In full: Would describe it as undulating rather than hilly. Long but steady two mile climb between miles 5 & 7, but then a 2-3 mile descent. Undulations on the last 3 miles are hard work. Well organised & good atmosphere. Thanks to all concerned.
Date of review: August 26, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Mac The Lad (Graham)
| | 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: £rd
Date of review: August 26, 2007
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2006 race reviewed by: Russ Williams
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 20% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 20% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Very tough!
In full: I was told this was tough and yes it was! Very hard going, hills made for a very tiring and slow race. Surprised to do 1.39, 8 minutes slower than my pb at Newark 2 weeks ago. Moans were only small size t shirts left when i got mine. Also my entry contained my number only, no time or direction details. This was very poor and worth mentioning. Have never had this before. Overall pleased to finish and will do it next year (maybe a bit faster.
Date of review: August 31, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: John T
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 20% |
In short: One not to miss
In full: Top race-ran it about 4 times now.Back again next year.The best quality T Shirt I have received for any run
Date of review: August 30, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Pellypoo1980
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Very scenic and "undulating" race that is challenging and rewarding at the same time
In full: Fantastic organisation, fantastic t-shirts and lovely location. Some of the hills were a little hairy, but the panoramic views from the Roaches were magnificient. And knocked 6 minutes off my PB - must have been the downhills!
Date of review: August 30, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: FSB
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 20% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: TOUGH!!!
In full: Really enjoyed this. The hills were tough but the weather was perfect. Missed the 2 hour mark by just 6 seconds but only missed my PB by about 1 minute so I'm happy. Thanks to the organisers for a great race and thanks to the lovely lady from Leigh for helping me get round.
Date of review: August 30, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Samantha Davies 6
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Ow those hills!!
In full: This was the first half marathon i have ever done. It was a fantastic race no queue for the toilets and extremley well organised. I think if your a beginner give it a go not much after will be worse and it will always give you a PB!!
Date of review: August 29, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Pebbles666
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Great views, well run
In full: I enjoyed this, despite posting a personal worst time for the distance. My excuse is that it was a marathon training run (for which it was dead on pace). Appart from the bit on the A53 it was peaceful and the view coming round one of the bend was spectacular. I have to learn to run downhill fast though.
Date of review: August 29, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Go slo
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 20% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: I expected a hard race and got it! Great feeling of achievement :o)
In full: PB highly unlikely unless it's your first Half!I got a PW by 30 mins-But wasn't disappointed as it was expected ! See you in 2007 :oD
Date of review: August 29, 2006
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2006 race reviewed by: Harrierette
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: This one Hurts!!!
In full: I wasn't expecting a flat race and got caught out by the hills from 10 and a half miles on!!! Nice views from the Roaches but the downhill was hard going. Race was well organised and I'm glad they picked up the 'runner' who was never going to make it round the course.
Date of review: August 29, 2006
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