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Personal Bests (6)
Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result |
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Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon | Marathon | Cincinnati, OH | 2008 | 3:47:28 |
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | 2007 | 1:40:12 |
Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic | 20K | Wheeling, WV | May 29, 2010 | 1:45:56 |
Grandview Yard Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & 5K | Quarter Marathon | Grandview Heights, OH | Aug 28, 2022 | 54:08 |
AEP Ohio Columbus 10K | 10K | Columbus, OH | 2019 | 46:17 |
Shawshank Hustle | 4.6 Miler | Mansfield, OH | Aug 6, 2022 | 38:01 |
Future Races (9)
Race | Distance | Location | Date | Paid |
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Newport Rhode Races | Half Marathon | Newport, RI | Apr 13, 2024 | ✓ |
Grand Teton Half Marathon & 5K | Half Marathon | Wilson, WY | Jun 1, 2024 | ✓ |
Yellowstone Half Marathon | Half Marathon | West Yellowstone, MT | Jun 8, 2024 | ✓ |
Urban Wildland Half Marathon & 5K | Half Marathon | Richfield, MN | Jul 27, 2024 | ✓ |
Sioux Falls Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Sioux Falls, SD | Aug 25, 2024 | ✓ |
Susquehanna River Running Festival | Half Marathon | Havre De Grace, MD | Sep 21, 2024 | ✓ |
Atlantic City Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Atlantic City, NJ | Oct 19, 2024 | ✓ |
Rehoboth Beach Seashore Marathon | Half Marathon | Rehoboth Beach, DE | Dec 7, 2024 | ✓ |
Red Coyote Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oklahoma City, OK | 2024 | ✓ |
Past Races (90)
Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result | My Raves | My Performance |
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War Eagle Run Fest | Half Marathon | Auburn, AL | Feb 18, 2024 | 1:59:00 |
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Louisiana Marathon | Half Marathon | Baton Rouge, LA | Jan 14, 2024 | 1:56:58 |
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ARC Decker Challenge | Half Marathon | Austin, TX | Dec 10, 2023 | 1:54:09 |
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Bobcat Trail Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Glouster, OH | Nov 11, 2023 | 2:50:22 |
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Des Moines Marathon | Half Marathon | Des Moines, IA | Oct 15, 2023 | 1:50:23 |
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Flight Deck Half Marathon & 5K | Half Marathon | Brunswick, ME | Sep 24, 2023 | 1:53:44 |
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Asheville Half Marathon and 10K | Half Marathon | Asheville, NC | Aug 26, 2023 | 2:03:59 |
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Battle Creek Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Springfield, MI | Jul 1, 2023 | 1:58:58 |
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La Jolla Half Marathon & 5K | Half Marathon | Del Mar, CA | May 20, 2023 | 1:57:24 |
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Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Apr 29, 2023 | 1:53:35 | ||
Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon) | Half Marathon | St Louis, MO | Apr 2, 2023 | 1:51:39 | ||
Myrtle Beach Marathon | Half Marathon | Myrtle Beach, SC | Mar 4, 2023 | 1:56:27 | ||
Run Sedona Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Sedona, AZ | Feb 4, 2023 | 2:02:22 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Oct 16, 2022 | 1:53:32 | ||
Urban Bourbon Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Louisville, KY | Oct 8, 2022 | 1:48:45 |
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Hidden Gem Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Flossmoor, IL | Sep 10, 2022 | 1:59:39 |
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Grandview Yard Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & 5K | Quarter Marathon | Grandview Heights, OH | Aug 28, 2022 | 54:08 |
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Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | Aug 20, 2022 | 1:55:44 |
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Shawshank Hustle | 4.6 Miler | Mansfield, OH | Aug 6, 2022 | 38:01 |
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Hobbler Half Marathon & 5K | Half Marathon | Springville, UT | Jul 9, 2022 | 1:52:27 | ||
AEP Ohio Columbus 10K | 10K | Columbus, OH | Jun 5, 2022 | 47:59 | ||
Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Apr 30, 2022 | 1:49:33 | ||
Carmel Marathon Weekend | Half Marathon | Carmel, IN | Apr 9, 2022 | 1:52:56 |
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Maui Oceanfront Marathon | Half Marathon | Lahaina, HI | Jan 16, 2022 | 1:55:06 | ||
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon | Half Marathon | Cincinnati, OH | Oct 31, 2021 | 1:54:00 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Oct 17, 2021 | 1:46:12 | ||
Belmar Bridge Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Franklin, PA | Oct 10, 2021 | 1:50:46 |
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AEP Ohio Columbus 10K | 10K | Columbus, OH | Sep 12, 2021 | 48:25 | ||
Emerald City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Dublin, OH | Aug 22, 2021 | 1:49:58 | ||
Dayton Spring Half Marathon, 10K & 5K | Half Marathon | Dayton, OH | Jun 12, 2021 | 1:54:56 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Oct 20, 2019 | 1:47:53 | ||
Emerald City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Dublin, OH | Aug 25, 2019 | 1:44:20 | ||
Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Apr 27, 2019 | 1:43:38 | ||
ORRRC Xenia Marathon, Half & 10K | Half Marathon | Xenia, OH | Apr 7, 2019 | 1:46:28 | ||
AEP Ohio Columbus 10K | 10K | Columbus, OH | 2019 | 46:17 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | Aug 18, 2018 | 1:52:58 | ||
Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Apr 28, 2018 | 1:45:09 | ||
ORRRC Xenia Marathon, Half & 10K | Half Marathon | Xenia, OH | Apr 8, 2018 | 1:45:59 | ||
Naples Daily News Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Naples, FL | Jan 14, 2018 | 1:49:00 | ||
AEP Ohio Columbus 10K | 10K | Columbus, OH | 2018 | 47:53 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Oct 15, 2017 | 1:51:16 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | Aug 19, 2017 | 1:58:06 | ||
Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Apr 29, 2017 | 1:45:11 | ||
Los Angeles Marathon (LA Marathon) | Marathon | Los Angeles, CA | Mar 19, 2017 | 4:57:41 | ||
Naples Daily News Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Naples, FL | Jan 15, 2017 | 1:53:34 | ||
AEP Ohio Columbus 10K | 10K | Columbus, OH | 2017 | 48:46 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | Aug 20, 2016 | 1:48:51 | ||
Race 13.1 Cincinnati, OH | Half Marathon | Harrison, OH | Jun 4, 2016 | 1:49:41 | ||
Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Apr 30, 2016 | 1:43:52 | ||
ORRRC Xenia Marathon, Half & 10K | Half Marathon | Xenia, OH | Apr 10, 2016 | 1:45:38 | ||
Town of Celebration Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Celebration, FL | Jan 31, 2016 | 1:43:18 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Oct 18, 2015 | 1:42:55 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | Aug 15, 2015 | 1:44:19 | ||
The Heights Half & 5K | Half Marathon | Huber Heights, OH | Jun 13, 2015 | 1:47:05 | ||
Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | May 2, 2015 | 1:45:47 | ||
ORRRC Xenia Marathon, Half & 10K | Half Marathon | Xenia, OH | Apr 12, 2015 | 1:46:11 | ||
Erie Marathon at Presque Isle | Marathon | Erie, PA | Sep 14, 2014 | 3:56:38 | ||
ORRRC Xenia Marathon, Half & 10K | Half Marathon | Xenia, OH | 2014 | 1:46:30 | ||
The Heights Half & 5K | Half Marathon | Huber Heights, OH | 2014 | 1:52:48 | ||
Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2014 | 1:47:29 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | 2014 | 1:46:38 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2013 | 1:44:15 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | 2013 | 1:48:33 | ||
Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2013 | 1:48:07 | ||
Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2012 | 1:46:25 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | 2012 | 1:51:47 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2012 | 1:47:21 | ||
ORRRC Xenia Marathon, Half & 10K | Half Marathon | Xenia, OH | 2012 | 1:48:51 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | 2011 | 1:47:35 | ||
ORRRC Xenia Marathon, Half & 10K | Half Marathon | Xenia, OH | 2011 | 1:46:13 | ||
Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2011 | 1:44:10 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2011 | 1:45:10 | ||
Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic | 20K | Wheeling, WV | May 29, 2010 | 1:45:56 |
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Capital City Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2010 | 1:44:26 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2010 | 1:41:57 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | 2010 | 1:47:54 | ||
ORRRC Xenia Marathon, Half & 10K | Half Marathon | Xenia, OH | 2010 | 1:44:21 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2009 | 1:46:07 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | 2009 | 1:46:45 | ||
Columbus Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Aug 24, 2008 | 1:42:00 |
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Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2008 | 1:40:49 | ||
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon | Marathon | Cincinnati, OH | 2008 | 3:47:28 | ||
ORRRC Xenia Marathon, Half & 10K | Half Marathon | Xenia, OH | 2008 | 1:40:37 | ||
Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend | Marathon | Lake Buena Vista, FL | 2007 | 4:26:56 | ||
Athens Ohio Marathon | Marathon | Athens, OH | 2007 | 4:00:03 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | 2007 | 1:40:12 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2007 | 1:54:38 | ||
Lifeline of Ohio Dash for Donation | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | Jul 22, 2006 | 1:42:42 | ||
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Parkersburg, WV | 2006 | 1:49:43 | ||
Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Columbus, OH | 1999 | 4:29:47 |
War Eagle Run Fest
Auburn is Awesome!
War Eagle Run Fest
The War Eagle Half Marathon is a well organized race that highlights the campus of Auburn University and the surrounding areas. It is a very hilly course, but it finishes … MORE
The War Eagle Half Marathon is a well organized race that highlights the campus of Auburn University and the surrounding areas. It is a very hilly course, but it finishes on the 50-yard line of the campus football stadium! The course also includes a lap around the University track, which is a neat feature. On this day in 2024, the weather was not ideal – (very cold and windy), so I admit that my review may be influenced a bit by the unfavorable conditions. As a result of the cold, I think the finish area festivities were lacking. The biggest disappointment was the extremely long line for food… and no free finisher food (bananas, bagels, etc.) If a runner wanted any race-provided nourishment, that runner had to wait in a long line in the cold and wind. I took a hard pass. Medal was nice, but we are runners… not football players. (The finisher medal was in the shape of a large football helmet.)
Louisiana Marathon
Fantastic Race in Baton Rouge!
Louisiana Marathon
The Louisiana Half Marathon is a wonderful race! The course is great (very few elevation challenges), and the scenic route takes the runners through parts of the LSU campus. The … MORE
The Louisiana Half Marathon is a wonderful race! The course is great (very few elevation challenges), and the scenic route takes the runners through parts of the LSU campus. The volunteers were extremely friendly, and the aid stations were well stocked. The finish line is spectacular, and the race organizers make every finisher feel like a winner! Of the 77 half marathons that I have run, this race is definitely in my top 10!
ARC Decker Challenge
Hilly, Hilly, Half Marathon in Austin
ARC Decker Challenge
This is a small race with a decent production. The course has some HUGE hills, which makes for a rather challenging half marathon. The scenery is terrible. The course routes … MORE
This is a small race with a decent production. The course has some HUGE hills, which makes for a rather challenging half marathon. The scenery is terrible. The course routes through several miles of what appears to be an extended junk yard! There were mattresses, chairs, and debris of all types along the road from about mile 4 through mile 7. This race definitely does not attempt to show the pretty side of Austin! It is a runner’s race; a good way to challenge one’s abilities, but not a race for anyone who is looking for any “perks”.
Bobcat Trail Marathon & Half Marathon
Trail Run through the Hilly Woods
Bobcat Trail Marathon & Half Marathon
This is a tough but fun trail race! Even though I have run over 75 half marathons, they have all been road races. This run was my first Trail Half … MORE
This is a tough but fun trail race! Even though I have run over 75 half marathons, they have all been road races. This run was my first Trail Half Marathon, and I had a blast! Many of you already know this, but Trail Running is VERY different from Road Running…. especially when the ground is covered in loose leaves that hide treasures below like roots and rocks and patches of mud! I fell down twice within the first two miles. I learned the hard way that watching your footing is a MUST in trail running! This race had a lot of elevation changes, and the downhill sections were more challenging than the uphill sections due to the leaves. The volunteers were great, and the two aid stations along the Half Marathon course were well-stocked and attended to by friendly volunteers. When I finished, I mentioned to a fellow runner that this had been my first trail run. She told me, “there are much easier trail runs to do as your first one!”
For those of you new to trail running, my time was extremely different than my road racing times. It took me a full hour longer to run this trail half than my most recent road race half, but the scenery was amazing and the pure joy involved in running through the woods made this a delightfully enjoyable experience!
Des Moines Marathon
The Best of Iowa
Des Moines Marathon
The IMT Des Moines Half Marathon was a wonderful event. The race was very well organized, the course was relatively flat (for the half marathoners), and the race included a … MORE
The IMT Des Moines Half Marathon was a wonderful event. The race was very well organized, the course was relatively flat (for the half marathoners), and the race included a fun little “speed zone” in the middle of the race (approximately 1.7 miles) through which the runners were timed. Prizes were awarded to the fastest speed zone runners, regardless of overall finishing position. The existence of the “speed zone” made this race fun, and helped this moderate runner maintain her pace in the middle of the race. It was a great event, and Iowa has a lot to offer! The Farmer’s Market downtown Des Moines on the day before the event is fantastic!
Flight Deck Half Marathon & 5K
Yes, it is Flat, but not much Scenery
Flight Deck Half Marathon & 5K
As advertised, this is an extremely flat course. The majority of the course takes place out on the airport runway, and as a result, there isn't much in the way … MORE
As advertised, this is an extremely flat course. The majority of the course takes place out on the airport runway, and as a result, there isn’t much in the way of interesting scenery nor on-course “pizzazz”. In fact, the race can become a bit monotonous (a real challenge for one’s mind). If you are thinking about doing this race, you will need to decide if the benefits of a flat course are enough of a draw to outweigh the “blah-ness” of the race. On the plus side, the race was well organized, the participant jacket and finisher medal were nice. One suggestion: Add more porta-johns on the course – especially out along the runway.
Asheville Half Marathon and 10K
Hills, Hills, Hills, and Hills!!
Asheville Half Marathon and 10K
WoW, this is a HILLY course!! The inclines are STEEP, and the downhills are STEEP!! Normally, a hilly course rewards the effort of the climb up a hill with a … MORE
WoW, this is a HILLY course!! The inclines are STEEP, and the downhills are STEEP!! Normally, a hilly course rewards the effort of the climb up a hill with a nice downhill section, but that is not always the case with this course. Some of the downhill sections are so steep that you really need to be careful of your footing. But, it is a pretty course, and the organizers do a nice job.
Battle Creek Half Marathon
Hot Air Balloon Beauty
Battle Creek Half Marathon
This was a wonderful, small-town race in Battle Creek, MI. It was extremely well-organized, and the atmosphere was phenomenal. As the race started, the hot air balloons were launching into … MORE
This was a wonderful, small-town race in Battle Creek, MI. It was extremely well-organized, and the atmosphere was phenomenal. As the race started, the hot air balloons were launching into the air, creating a magical display of color! It was an exciting way to start a half marathon! The course led us out onto the airport runways, then through the nearby neighborhoods. Support along the course was great (lots of fluids and porta-potties), and the finisher medals were quite nice. Additional bonus: Runners received admission tickets to the FIELD OF FLIGHT Air Show & Balloon Festival. Overall, this was a delightful experience! This Ohio runner gives this Michigan race two thumbs up!
La Jolla Half Marathon & 5K
Gorgeous Scenery with brutal hills
La Jolla Half Marathon & 5K
The long climb into Torrey Pines is rather challenging - forcing even the most die-hard runners to walk at some point, but the overall race experience is fantastic! The run … MORE
The long climb into Torrey Pines is rather challenging – forcing even the most die-hard runners to walk at some point, but the overall race experience is fantastic! The run along the coast provides amazing ocean views. Be careful on the downhill sections… the sand-covered pavement can be tricky.
In 2023, we were greeted at the finish line by Meb Keflezighi!! I was so delighted to be finished with the race and to see him that I gave him a giant hug!! Thanks Meb!
Urban Bourbon Half Marathon
Kentucky Charm
Urban Bourbon Half Marathon
The Urban Bourbon is a great half marathon! The course is fun (except for the whirly-whirl curvy ramp that seems to go on and up forever, leading up to the … MORE
The Urban Bourbon is a great half marathon! The course is fun (except for the whirly-whirl curvy ramp that seems to go on and up forever, leading up to the ‘walking bridge’ that crosses the Ohio River into Indiana!). The volunteers are friendly, the finisher medals are top quality, and the celebration bash afterwards has a FANTASTIC band! The only drawbacks are as follows: the packet pick-up process was not as organized as other races I have run, and they did not begin the race with the National Anthem.
Hidden Gem Half Marathon
Truly a Gem!!
Hidden Gem Half Marathon
The community of Flossmoor, IL and the surrounding neighborhoods do a FANTASTIC job of putting together a top-notch race! It is a well-organized event full of wonderful community spirit. The … MORE
The community of Flossmoor, IL and the surrounding neighborhoods do a FANTASTIC job of putting together a top-notch race! It is a well-organized event full of wonderful community spirit. The volunteers do a great job of encouraging the runners every step of the way. Each of the 7 local neighborhoods decorate and encourage runners based on a theme, which makes the course very entertaining & fun! Also, the high school band and cheer leaders offer amazing support! Well done all around by a delightful ‘gem’ of a community!
Grandview Yard Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & 5K
Inaugural Event in Grandview Heights
Grandview Yard Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & 5K
This event is organized by the same group (M3S Sports) that arranges the Capital City Half Marathon in Columbus, OH (and the previously held Emerald City Half in Dublin, OH). … MORE
This event is organized by the same group (M3S Sports) that arranges the Capital City Half Marathon in Columbus, OH (and the previously held Emerald City Half in Dublin, OH). The event offers two race distances: a Quarter Marathon (6.55 Miles) and a 5k. The start and finish is located in the Grandview Yard, which is a newly developed section of Grandview Heights. Overall, the race was great. The course is a mixture of road running and bike trail running. The climb “up” from the bike path to Goodale Blvd just before mile 6 is a bit challenging for tiring legs.
Unfortunately for more competitive runners, finishing stats are tallied by the race for which the entrant registered, not which event the person actually ran. As a result, participants who registered for the Quarter, but ended up only running the 5k, were credited with finishing the Quarter, leaving the age group finishing order details in a bit of disarray. An additional timing strip for the Quarter Marathon might have helped to eliminate that issue.
Other than that, this race has some nice perks which include free race photos and a nice finisher medal.
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon
Back after COVID.... But Different
Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon
This is the 13th time that I have run the News & Sentinel Parkersburg Half Marathon. The race was not held in 2020 or 2021 due to COVID. It was … MORE
This is the 13th time that I have run the News & Sentinel Parkersburg Half Marathon. The race was not held in 2020 or 2021 due to COVID. It was great to return to WV for this beloved race, but this year, there were a lot of differences. The challenging course was the same (although I swear those hills grew in size over the last three years!!), but the organization and execution of the race was not the same as it has been in the past. The volunteers were fantastic, and I really LOVE those wet towels that are given out at the finish, but I really missed Chip and the Smoot Theatre for the awards ceremony.
Shawshank Hustle
"Get Busy Running...." Most Fun Race!
Shawshank Hustle
This race is so FUN! The race organizers do a fantastic job! It is a non-traditional race distance (4.6 miles), but there is a valid reason for that... the course … MORE
This race is so FUN!
The race organizers do a fantastic job! It is a non-traditional race distance (4.6 miles), but there is a valid reason for that… the course takes runners around Mansfield, OH to visit the filming locations for the movie, “Shawshank Redemption”. The race starts and finishes at the “prison” (aka Ohio Reformatory). All racers are assigned either “Guard” or “Inmate”. The Warden runs the race as well. The theme is great! The organization is FANTASTIC! Runners are treated to a private showing of the movie INSIDE the prison the night before the race. Also, the finisher medals are THE BEST I HAVE EVER SEEN!! The entire experience is top notch!!
Carmel Marathon Weekend
"Confetti from Heaven"
Carmel Marathon Weekend
This is an extremely well-organized event hosted by a wonderful city (Carmel, IN). There is a great finisher's medal, a nice race-expo and packet pick-up, and supportive volunteers! The first … MORE
This is an extremely well-organized event hosted by a wonderful city (Carmel, IN). There is a great finisher’s medal, a nice race-expo and packet pick-up, and supportive volunteers! The first half of the race is primarily downhill. I would love to run this race again in better weather.
However, on race day in 2022, it was snowing & sleeting!! It was an unusually COLD day in Indiana! I am not a fan of miserable weather. But, this race experience was made better by one fellow runner who encouraged me by saying, “Don’t think of it as snow…. think of it as confetti from heaven!”
Runners are wonderful people!!
Belmar Bridge Half Marathon
Very Scenic Run
Belmar Bridge Half Marathon
This race course follows a rails-to-trails path and crosses several bridges. The bridge surface can be quite slippery, so be careful about your footing on the bridges. Also, there is … MORE
This race course follows a rails-to-trails path and crosses several bridges.
The bridge surface can be quite slippery, so be careful about your footing on the bridges. Also, there is a tunnel that the runners go through twice (once on the way out, and again on the way back); it is a long and dark tunnel, a headlight might be helpful.
Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic
HILLS! & in 2010, this race was a 20K
Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic
2010 was the last year that this race was run as a 20K. It is a sister race to the Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon. Both races are held … MORE
2010 was the last year that this race was run as a 20K. It is a sister race to the Parkersburg News & Sentinel Half Marathon. Both races are held in WV.
Ogden is held in Wheeling, WV at the end of May.
Parkersburg is held in Parkersburg, WV in August.
If a person runs both races in the same calendar year, they receive a special t-shirt. Having run Parkersburg many times, I decided that I wanted to run Ogden so that I could earn that extra shirt. So, I registered for the 2010 race. Ogden ended up being the most DIFFICULT race I have ever run (and I have run over 60 half marathons!!) There is a KILLER hill. It keeps going for over 2 miles, and gains 650′ elevation!! It is located in the first few miles of the race!! This Hill (which others may describe more like a mountain) demands respect.
By the way, the race organizers changed this race to a Half Marathon in 2011, and it has been a Half Marathon since. But the Hill remains a challenge on the course!
Columbus Half Marathon
Hot Summer Race
Columbus Half Marathon
Decent Race. No Finisher Medals. Not really sure whatever became of this race. It was a Premier Sports race (www.premierraces.com), but that website does not appear to be active any … MORE
Decent Race. No Finisher Medals. Not really sure whatever became of this race. It was a Premier Sports race (www.premierraces.com), but that website does not appear to be active any longer. The motto for the race was, “Have the Distance… Twice the Fun”