Wilkinson Ackworth Half-MarathonHere's how RW members rated this race in the past (108 votes). | 1 to 10 of 18 ratings | Page: 1 2 |
| The big picture 2007 (18 votes) | | Overall score | | 84% | | How many would do it again? | | 94% | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 79% | | PB potential | | 68% | | Atmosphere | | 69% | | Organisation | | 87% | | Value | | 69% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 68% |
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2007 race reviewed by: Jon Hobbs
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: A superb well organised race
Date of review: April 1, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Simon Hackett 2
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: A great race, well organised, good scenery, good atmosphere
In full: I thought it was fabulous- in contrast to the last comment, I don't mind water in cups and the energy drink was a nice touch. A proper runners' race
Date of review: March 30, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Lee Grant
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 20% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Surely water in bottles isn't too hard to sort out!!
In full: Ackworth has a huge sponsor - surely the organisers can negotiate to have water in bottles at the drink stations!
The sponge was a nice touch, and, suprisingly, the only decent drink of water I got on the route!
Apart from that, a nice race, friendly people and a great atmosphere.
But for £19, I would like some water in a container that allows me to try and drink through my mouth and not my nose!! Thank heavens the sun wasn't out!!
Date of review: March 27, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Tiggia
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: Nice course, shame about water stations
In full: Lovely course, pretty, quiet and only one pretty short hill. However, the water stations provide a cup of water rather than a bottle, which is difficult and I ended up with a raging thirst by the end as I simply couldn't take enough water on board. The rules specifically forbid carrying your own water, however I wish I'd flouted that rule as many others blatantly did. As for the goody bags... they ran out very early on, even our fastest club runners missed out! So overall, for £12 you get a cup or two of water and a t-shirt. Pretty steep. However, special mention to the village hall which was lovely and warm with home baked cakes & tea & coffee, the sponges at 9.5 miles were great, and the PA system was great at the finish line as they shout out your name.
Date of review: March 26, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Hooch (IWDI)
| | 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: A very enjoyable race with nice views and good organisation
In full: This was my first race so its hard to give a comparison. I have never been to Ackworth but once your near by you see plenty of signs for car parks. A quick walk to the main area and you see the school for new registrations. One quick form later and £19.00 lighter you have a race number. I quickly changed in a class room and got chatting with a few other runners that had run the race in previous years. I was made to feel very welcome and didn’t experience any clickyness. The race started on time without any incident and we were off. Drink stations were plentiful and even had Lucozade a mile 5.
The entire event was well organised and well executed. The race was scenic and other runners made you feel very welcome? Could you want or expect more? I for one could not!!
I will be running this again next year, Thanks
Date of review: March 26, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Darren Shepherd
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Have done the Leeds 1/2 several times but this was first other half marathon so pleased with time. Excellent organisation, nice route and well worth it. Thanks to all who helped.
Date of review: March 26, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: john wriglesworth
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Hillier than expected, but PB potential
Date of review: March 26, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Patrick Barrett
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great organisation and marshalling,
Date of review: March 26, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Gary Chapman
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Good pre-race organisation at school with baggage changing, changing facilities, toilets etc.
Date of review: March 26, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Cheryl Holder
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Thoroughy enjoyed the atmosphere, friendly marshalls, and scenic course
Date of review: March 26, 2007
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