My Event Ratings

Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		100%
PB potential		80%
Atmosphere		100%
Organisation		80%
Value		100%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: Well organised, good pre-london (or autumn) marathon build up
In full: Excellent race, baggage queues were a surprise given that 99% of the runners drove and were less than 400 yards from their car! Plenty of parking meant a quick arrival and quick departure. The race started 10 minutes late but this was warned about readily so no-one seemed too confused.

The route was scenic nice country lanes and the rather austere airfield. Which gave a nice contrast. Airfield was flat and windy, the country lanes were undulating. Both of these are likely to be found in most marathon courses at some point so a good training run. These runs should be on tougher than race day material IMHO

Top gear points of interest included parts of the test track, a few cars, one bashed up truck and lots of rubber marks.

The water station girls were excellent at cheering runners on. The medal is the best in my collection - beating New York for quality.

Enjouyed it, sign me up for next year!
Date of review: March 15, 2010

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		80%
PB potential		60%
Atmosphere		100%
Organisation		100%
Value		80%
Beginner-friendliness		60%

In short: Great Views, great course, well marshalled - what more can you ask for (that you are realistically going to get)
Date of review: November 8, 2009

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		100%
PB potential		60%
Atmosphere		100%
Organisation		100%
Value		100%
Beginner-friendliness		100%

In short: Good? One of the runners in front of me stopped to take numerous photos - that good
In full: This run uses tracks and trails around Norbury in hilly parkland and woodland. Yes it is hilly but the views are worth it. It also happens to be my training ground. It was nice to see a runner stop numerous times to take photos when the views opened up; I get to run on this all the time.

You won't set a PB when compared to flat industrial estate but it will be a lot more fun. Plenty of drinks stations, well marshalled and signed. Friendly atmosphere, great race.
Date of review: September 7, 2009

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		100%
PB potential		40%
Atmosphere		80%
Organisation		100%
Value		80%
Beginner-friendliness		60%

In short: Organisation is beyond excellent. It should be made training material for other races.
In full: I only did the HM. Excellent course, tracks in good condition for the time of year. Signs were excellent and course marshalled as well. Anyone who got lost couldn't cope with a supermarket. Very friendly.

Breakfast - with emphasis on fast. The breakfast team deserve praise. Happy & fast - I know a few restaurants that do a lot worse!

Shot glass is unusual. A medal maybe but don't do a t-shirt ever.

Will be back - may have a go at the FM next year. Anyone who knows me please do not bring this up at entry time.
Date of review: March 1, 2009

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		100%
PB potential		40%
Atmosphere		80%
Organisation		80%
Value		60%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: Excellent race - sunshine in a snowy wonderland
In full: Excellent organisation, well marked and marshalled route. Organised start and finish. Plenty of tea/coffee/drinks available before and after. Plenty of toilets. Cold, icy, muddy but an excellent race. Thank you, will be back.
Date of review: February 8, 2009

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		100%
PB potential		40%
Atmosphere		80%
Organisation		80%
Value		100%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: The route is excellent, the hills tough - an fantastic day
In full: The Mole Valley, Box Hill, Headley Heath, Mogador Common, Epsom Downs, Staine Street, Denbies, Ranmore, and so much more. All in one day beautiful day.

As an LDWA member it only cost £2.00, what value.

Excellent 6 stars
Date of review: January 12, 2009

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Overall score		100%
Would you do it again?		Maybe
Details:
Scenery		100%
PB potential		60%
Atmosphere		100%
Organisation		100%
Value		100%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: An excellent race, in excellent country, on excellent trails.
Date of review: October 13, 2008

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Overall score		80%
Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		60%
PB potential		80%
Atmosphere		80%
Organisation		80%
Value		80%
Beginner-friendliness		80%

In short: Early start, relaxed but efficient organisation. Great Run
Date of review: October 13, 2008

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