Heaven and Hell Half-MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (13 votes). | 1 to 4 of 4 ratings | Page: 1 |
| The big picture 2008 (4 votes) | | Overall score | | 85% | | How many would do it again? | | 100% | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 90% | | PB potential | | 25% | | Atmosphere | | 65% | | Organisation | | 75% | | Value | | 70% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 45% |
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2008 race reviewed by: Murdo
 | | 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: Brilliant!
In full: Took part in the 2008 running of the Heaven and Hell Half Marathon, so called because of the ascends to heaven and the descends to hell reflecting the challenging course. The run takes in a number of long steep climbs, including one of 400 feet and one of 700 feet, with corresponding steep descents. Not an easy course but scenic, very rewarding and enjoyable. There was an excellent finish spread awaiting everyone in the hall - sandwiches, cakes, tea, coffee etc. Best I've seen. Goody bag included a Heaven and Hell bag, water, wafer, banana and crisps. No medal or t-shirt but for the money and especially the food, can't complain at all. Great sense of achievement on finishing. Given the terrain, very happy with my time but more importantly being involved in such a good natured and well organised run. If you haven’t done it before, put it in your calendar now for next year Recommended - Thanks to Perth Road Runners for an excellent event.
Date of review: April 13, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Bryan Phillips
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 20% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Killer hills! A great challenge.
In full: The slowest half marathon I have ever run. The two mile long hill at 8 miles is a killer. Excelent scenery, well organised and friendly. Well worth it just for the challenge.
Date of review: April 10, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: SuzeeDiamond
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 20% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: the most challenging 1/2 I have ever done
In full: Appropriately named, was at the back of the pack but everyone was very friendly, marshalls were excellent and organisation was brilliant, will more than likely do this one next year
Date of review: April 7, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Cat 4
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 20% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 20% |
In short: Its called Heaven and Hell for a reason
In full: Hard run with moderate hills and then a big one that lasts for 2 miles!! Def not one to get a PB one but a great training run!
Date of review: April 6, 2008
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