White Peak Marathon and Half MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (179 votes). | 1 to 10 of 21 ratings | Page: 1 2 3 |
| The big picture 2005 (21 votes) | | Overall score | | 95% | | How many would do it again? | | 100% | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 98% | | PB potential | | 69% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 89% | | Value | | 84% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 61% |
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2005 race reviewed by: Andy Hawkins
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Excellent race.
In full: One of the most most scenic races I have done, ranks along side Coniston 14 and Lake Vrnwy Half. Very well organised. Quick course, a definite PB potentiial. Will do it again, recommend it to anyone.
Date of review: November 30, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: whippit
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Gentle uphill start is a good warmup. Cruel downhill finish is hard on the toes
In full: A fab race, definitely one to do again. Gentle uphill keeps your pace steady, but not steep enough to slow you down. Long flat stretch in the middle gives you a chance to stretch out. Cruel descents if your toes are sore by then.
Friendly marshalls and supporters, plenty of water stations, and supprters can cycle alongside/just in front with no fear of road traffic
Date of review: May 25, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Barbara
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Fantastic race, even enjoyed those cruel descents!
Date of review: May 25, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: jonathan venning 3
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Treat with respect and your fly at the finish
In full: I ran negative splits as I was told it was uphill for 9 miles so from halfway I enjoyed the scenary stepped up the pace and ran my fastest marathon this year.
Date of review: May 24, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: morticia
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: Got a rubbish time but it mattered not as I had a brilliant day! Loved it!
Date of review: May 24, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: sluggie
| | 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: Friendly, scenic and a bit challenging
In full: Long uphill in the first half of the marathon is not as bad as it sounds, as it's very gentle, but it does take it out of you - next time I'll save some leg power for the one-in-eight downhills which were surprisingly painful after 20-odd miles. Fantastic organization, very friendly - and great cakes and bacon sarnies
Date of review: May 24, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Thom
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: My first half marathon, even I got a time of 1:42
Date of review: May 24, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: The lazy Gardener
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: A wonderful day. I love this race.
Date of review: May 24, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: apb
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Well organised and marshalled race with beautiful scenery and a flat / downhill course.
Date of review: May 24, 2005
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2005 race reviewed by: Birdypie
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: Brilliant race with fantastic scenery
In full: This marathon does contain a fair bit of climbing but over gentle gradients which are manageable - if a little draining. The tough course is easily compensated by the incredible views enjoyed for the whole race through the Derbyshire Dales. The finish is an incredible decent down into Cromford. Really enjoyable race with excellent marshalling - I hope to have another go at this one.
Date of review: May 24, 2005
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