My Event Ratings

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

In short: Enjoyable Half-Marathon through the New Forest
In full: This is by far an away the best organised trail/cross country event I have ever attended. Plenty of well placed marshalls, clear race instructions, generous goody bag, and all at a bargin price.

The course was certainly a challenge but not so much as to exclude novice or non club runners. While there were Flat elements there were also some hills of note, nothing to put anyone off though. Some lovely views of the new forest and the surrounding area.

The prizes were very generous (valued at £2000 in total). With the very nice addition of 'golden tickets' located in the goody bags allowing runners who necessarily win a catagory to still take home something nice.

Overall: an excellent rate offering a genuine escape from the slog of road running. Recommended.
Date of review: March 14, 2011

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

In short: A course for anyone chasing a PB really well organised
In full: A good start time for a winter race (not to early, therefore not to cold), Very well organised, nice goody bag, super quick route (completely flat). Attracts some top runners from surrounding areas. This race is an excellent way to end the year. Nice goody bag aswell.
Date of review: December 12, 2010

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

In short: Quick, Small field, Good run
In full: A quick first 10 miles with a slightly hilly last 3 miles. Still got a P.B on this course. Well arranged, interesting little goody bag at the end of the race. Would run this again.
Date of review: October 11, 2010

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

In short: Rocket fast course for those Hunting P.B's
In full: An international field, a near-perfectly flat route, a super quick finish. If you want to get a P.B. over 5 miles, this is your race. Only minus point: water station at the finish did not have enough water and had a massive wait to get a drink. Would have expected more (especially as this race has a 1000+ entry limit).
Date of review: September 19, 2010

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Would you do it again?		Yes
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Scenery		100%
PB potential		20%
Atmosphere		40%
Organisation		40%
Value		100%
Beginner-friendliness		20%

In short: Ultra-Marathon which rewards the pain with stunning views
In full: The Salisbury 5-4-3-2-1 50K Ultra marathon was my first attempt at the ultra distance and I've got to say I loved it! The fact I didnt finish (due to injury) did not detract from some of the finest views England has to offer. The course profile is challenging to say the least but its worth it. The marshalls are excellent (some of whom will be on the course for hours), the water stations are well supplied (although there is a bit of a gap between the 12 Mile and the 16 Mile marker on the ultra route), the event was class and I will be back next year to try and finish the whole thing.
Date of review: August 10, 2010

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

In short: Need to be in first couple of waves to clock a PB, but still a great race
In full: This is a an excellent run, very quick route. Probably as flat as your likely to find in the south of the UK on road. You need to be in the first couple of waves to clock a PB, but even running from the back you can get a respectable time. Brilliant crowds, music, facilities. Praking can be tricky so get there early. Tshirt and medal are excellent. The race should be run in reverse as all the good bits (historic dockyard with HMS victory + warrior) are at about mile 3-4. Love this run.
Date of review: June 2, 2010

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Would you do it again?		Yes
Details:
Scenery		100%
PB potential		20%
Atmosphere		60%
Organisation		80%
Value		100%
Beginner-friendliness		40%

In short: Challenging Half Marathon but well worth it
In full: Within the first mile you get stiles, rutted terrain and a few "minor" hills. By the finish you've run past the needles, covered 2 challenging hills and had some of the best scenery England has to offer. Brilliant run, well arranged, really nice medal, showers amd lockers at the finish. Brilliant.
Date of review: June 2, 2010

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

In short: Great Run, if the winds with you its a PB course
In full: I love this run, can be windy along the shore line but if the winds in your back your half-way to a PB. Chip timed, which is good for a 10K. Good price, nice little goody bag and all for a good cause. Can see this getting very popular in future years.
Date of review: June 2, 2010

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

In short: Nice Race, Shame about Heat
In full: I quick literaly fell to pieces at mile 16... so hot. 25C in endinburgh in may, who would have thought it! If it were not for the crippling heat this would have a very enjoyable day out. The course is good and well arranged, although the starts a bit confusing (different roads for different waves). The goody bag is nice and the locals were out to support the runners. Overal: Good race but prepare for the heat!
Date of review: May 28, 2010

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

In short: A PB course for 10K
In full: The run is fast and well organised. It sells out fast so book early to avoid disappointment. An excellent race on whcih to end the year.
Date of review: December 14, 2009

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