Ufdance Runners' Quest Half-MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (199 votes). 2010 race reviewed by: Starchick
 | | Overall score | | 20% | | Would you do it again? | | No | | | | Details: | | Organisation | | 20% | | Value | | 20% |
In short: I didn't run the race but I have marked every down due to bad pre- race organisation
In full: I sent an email to the race organiser on 11th August asking for information about how much of the profits for the race went to the cancer charity. Unfortunately I had no reply at all, so although I had about £1000 of cancer sponsorship lined up, I decided another race can have that money. very disappointing
Date of review: August 22, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Shona_M
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Nice race, good mix of abilities and great marshalls!
In full: I agree with most of the comments below - despite the potential monotony of running laps, the course provided a nice mix of scenery and, for slower runners like myself, there were always other runners around (albeit lapping me!) rather than being left to run on my own at the back of the pack! My Garmin also made the course short (12.98 miles), but as a recreational runner, that doesn't really bother me too much. The marshalling was excellent. They were all very encouraging and I loved that most of them had a list of our numbers/names so used our names to make the encouragement personal! Great food goodie bag too.
Date of review: August 22, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: fasterladee
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: I've looked back on ratings for last year & have noticed that comments were made that the course was short, so why was it short again!
In full: I would have thought that there was the opportunity to address some of the issues raised in the feedback from last year. I've marked the organisation down as it appears that nothing was done to ensure the course was a true half marathon. This spoit it for me as I was unable to measure my PB.
Date of review: August 22, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Steve Pereira
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Friendly organisers, nice flat course
In full: Six laps around Hackney Marshes might not sound the most scenic race route, but actually a really nice mix of sun and shade, grass and track running. A great race for beginners and very well organised.
Date of review: August 22, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: speedylady
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: The race had a great atmosphere with all the runners being cheered on by their first names. The organisation was a bit eractic though, seems that the course had not been measured properly and was a bit short.
Date of review: August 22, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Elliot_Worth
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great half marathon for all; nice community feel to it.
In full: Very enjoyable day out on Hackney Marshes - well organised, nice support from the volunteers and friendly feel to the whole run. Laps are ok, there's only 6 of them and its pancake flat so fast potential. Fell slightly short on distance according to the Garmin.
Date of review: August 22, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Dml
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: This was my first half marathon as well as my first race. It was really enjoyable and I would definitely recommend it, especially to first timers like me!
In full: I would definitely recommend this race, especially for first timers like myself. The course was flat, all of the organizers and marshalls were very friendly and encouraging. They were all smiling the whole time and calling you by your name and urging you on. All in all it was a great experience and I will be back again next year.
Date of review: August 22, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: bebopdalulah
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: The organisation has slipped a bit from previous years and I think the course was a little short
Date of review: August 22, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: speed beetle
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: The organisation was bitty but the atmosphere was good
Date of review: August 22, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: The Dashing Blade
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Great Race
In full: This was a very enjoyable race, very friendly and helpful marshalls. If i had to make one small gripe, we could have done with some waste bins. By the way, my Garmin also said 12.95 , but i cant see any problem with that
Date of review: August 22, 2010
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