My Event Ratings

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

In short: Enjoyable Despite my DNF
In full: Well done to Cleethorpes AC, the marshalls and volunteers for putting on another successful race this year. Unfortunately my race finished at around 1.5 miles due to tripping on a pot-hole in the road. That said, I did enjoy the short run, and will be back again next year to finish the coures ;o)
Date of review: January 2, 2010

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

In short: Nice Race
In full: A good race with a nice atmosphere. The 'only' downside was the long jog to the startline, however I used that for my warm-up.

The course is flat, and PB friendly, the marshalls were supportive and helpful, the crowds in Owston Ferry were supportive, and the weather was perfect.

A top race, some great organisation, a good t-shirt at the end, well done to all who organised, helped and assisted.

This is one that I'll be looking out for in 2010.
Date of review: December 14, 2009

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

In short: Tough yet enjoyable...
In full: Tough yet enjoyable course, I really enjoyed the undulations and hills (although the hill near the end was a real killer). The race had a really friendly feel, and the marshals were very cheerful and supportive. Although the crowds were sparse the ones that were there were encouraging the runners.

The t-shirt may not of been the best I’ve received but I didn’t run the race for the t-shirt so I’m not too fussed. Would I run it again next year..? Not sure, I enjoyed the course but if I’m hunting for a PB next November then this is NOT the course to run. That said, I am very pleased that I ran the race.

Well done Barnsley, you did yourselves proud.

Date of review: November 16, 2009

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

In short: Good Race, Well Organised
Date of review: January 1, 2009

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

In short: Another Good Race at Mablethorpe
In full: This is the second year that I've run the 10K at Mablethorpe and I will be back again next year!

The course is pancake flat so is made for PBs and the 10K has a mixture of club runners, beginners and charity run/walkers.

The event on the day went OK, no real hiccups and although the crowds were sparse, what little were out there were very jovial and supportive. The run along the front felt like it was going to last forever (something to do with the strong coastal breeze being in my face I think).

All-in-all...a decent race, well organised and great value for money (much better than the Great Yorkshire 10K I ran the week before).

Well done Mablethorpe, I'll be back again next year :o)
Date of review: September 16, 2008

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Overall score		60%
Would you do it again?		No
Details:
Scenery		40%
PB potential		60%
Atmosphere		20%
Organisation		60%
Value		40%
Beginner-friendliness		100%

In short: Disappointed
In full: This years event was not a patch on last year; the course was better, the crowds were better, the bands were better and there was a BIG video screen at 5k.

The start pens seemed a little congested for my liking and it was a real squeeze running space for the first 1K or so (a runner nearly took me out with some erratic manoeuvres at one point).

The course was dull, we just seemed to be running past industrial unit and industrial unit with the occasional McDonalds thrown in and, even the turn around at the football ground didn’t do much to lift the spirits. It was disappointing to see so few spectators/supporters out there and even more depressing to run past tented areas reserved for bands that had not turned up. The road surface on the climb to the finish seemed a little slippery underfoot and the 800m climb was a little harsh for some of the runners on the day!

Overall I was not impressed with this years attempt to stage the Great Yorkshire. Will I run it again? I doubt it…! It’s a bit pricey and dull and with so many other running events this time of the year it’s hard to justify paying the entry fee for such a boring run!

Date of review: September 8, 2008

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

In short: Slick and Well Organised
In full: Really enjoyed the race. The course was mildly challenging and playful. I enjoyed the pre/post race massages, my calves really needed them.

Overall, a great atmosphere and marshalled to perfection. Well done Scunthorpe Athletics club, I will return next year!
Date of review: July 14, 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		100%

In short: Great Organisation, Good Support
Date of review: June 8, 2008

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

In short: Best in the world
In full: The London Marathon has to be the best marathon in the world to lose your marathon virginity to. The whole experience right from getting on the train on the way there through to getting off again on the way home was something special. The crowds were very vocal and offered lots of encouragement, the scenery was worth a look (especially the run up to the Queens pad), the organisation was like clockwork. The only possible gripe is that the it is a little conjested at the start making it difficult for those chasing PBs. That said all the otherstuff far outweighs the bad stuff.
Date of review: April 19, 2008

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

In short: Great Race
In full: Well organised, good atmosphere what more do you need in a race? PB for me and just about everyone I spoke with.
Date of review: February 25, 2008

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