Ufdance Runners' Quest Half-MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (199 votes). | 1 to 10 of 29 ratings | Page: 1 2 3 |
| The big picture 2008 (29 votes) | | Overall score | | 86% | | How many would do it again? | | 95% | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 70% | | PB potential | | 84% | | Atmosphere | | 79% | | Organisation | | 71% | | Value | | 83% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 85% |
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2008 race reviewed by: Peter McElwee
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: 2009 race - Well organiesed, good route and a fun day for all
In full: Four circuits of the hackney marshes. Lovely weather, flat varied surface, nice scenery (fields, trees and the rive Lee). Well marsheled, lots of water and nice goodies at the end. Was a brillant race for both the runner and spectators
Date of review: April 13, 2010
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2008 race reviewed by: Scott Williams 9
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Charmingly 'local' feel with excellent value for money
In full: With hindsight and a few more races under my belt I am realising that this event was fantastic - extremely friendly, excellent support, lots of freebies (food, energy drinks etc.). Dull 6 lap course of uninspiring terrain but made up for by friendly atmosphere and competitors from all levels of experience, and the weather was a bonus.
Date of review: March 10, 2009
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2008 race reviewed by: Gill Stewart
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Great race for a first 1/2 marathon - hope to compete again next year and achieve a faster time.
Date of review: September 14, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: JohnG
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Very friendly and encouraging
In full: Be more helpful to start on time rather than all the talk talk talk, but that was the only small thing. Very friendly, nice touch with the marshalls having lists of names and calling them out as you went past. Thanks to the marshall calling the time on each lap and at the end, very encouraging. Nice goody bag and plenty of people offering water. after the finish. Thanks all, would definitely do again.
Date of review: September 10, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Teckien
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: friendly, enjoyable beginner friendly course ; 6 laps means you can stop earlier if desired
In full: fun atmosphere, relaxed organisation, enthusiastic, encouraging marshalls who kept me going to the end despite feeling like giving up due to severe lack of training! music band nice touch; nice goody bag which I finished!
Parking, toilets all very nearby. everyone seemed happy & enjoying the day
Date of review: August 21, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Hazel Wilson
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Enthusiastic officials, steel pan drums, a good flat, friendly race
Date of review: August 19, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Murky
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: ideal for a first half marathon
Date of review: August 18, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Ian Pitt
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 40% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: Very relaxed and friendly, but a little lax on organisation.
Date of review: August 18, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Crocodilous
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: A friendly race, well marshalled, excellent atmosphere. Flat course would recommend.
Date of review: August 18, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: James Webb
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Friendly, fun and not too crowded.
In full: This was my first half-marathon and I will certainly go back. Even if the organisation sometimes seemed a little random that generally added to the charm, and the important stuff (water stops, ambulance etc.) were all done properly. The marshalls and organisers were exceptionally friendly. For instance, they offered my a wife (who was supporting me) a free leftover food bag when they saw she didn't have any lunch. The steel drums were also great. A very simple course and not too crowded, so perfect for anyone who wants to get a fast time I'd say. My goal was simply to finish in under two hours which I did - although, the morning after, I'm aching like ****!
Date of review: August 18, 2008
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