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Dallas, TX Raving since 2024 50 States hopeful/finisher Active 2 weeks agoAbout Me
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Personal Bests (1)
| Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result |
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| REVEL Mt Charleston | Marathon | Las Vegas, NV | Apr 5, 2025 | 3:53:30 |
Future Races (3)
| Race | Distance | Location | Date | Paid |
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| Mount Desert Island Marathon | Marathon | Bar Harbor, ME | Oct 18, 2026 | ✓ |
| Indianapolis Monumental Marathon | Marathon | Indianapolis, IN | Nov 7, 2026 | ✓ |
| NCR Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Sparks Glencoe, MD | Nov 28, 2026 | ✓ |
Past Races (30)
| Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result | My Raves | My Performance |
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| Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon | Marathon | Deadwood, SD | Jun 7, 2026 | 5:30:44 |
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| Denver Colfax Marathon | Marathon | Denver, CO | May 17, 2026 | 4:30:24 | ||
| Eugene Marathon | Marathon | Eugene, OR | Apr 26, 2026 | 4:29:11 | ||
| Savin Rock Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | West Haven, CT | Mar 28, 2026 | 4:23:01 | ||
| Miami Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Miami, FL | Jan 25, 2026 | 5:34:35 | ||
| State 47 Las Cruces Marathon & Half | Marathon | Las Cruces, NM | Jan 3, 2026 | 4:30:20 | ||
| Phoenix Marathon | Marathon | Phoenix, AZ | Dec 13, 2025 | 4:33:44 | ||
| Philadelphia Marathon Weekend | Marathon | Philadelphia, PA | Nov 23, 2025 | 4:28:29 | ||
| Marine Corps Marathon | Marathon | Arlington, VA | Oct 26, 2025 | 4:29:26 | ||
| Windermere Marathon (WA) | Marathon | Spokane, WA | May 18, 2025 | 4:18:40 |
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| Big Sur International Marathon | Marathon | Big Sur, CA | Apr 27, 2025 | 4:28:17 | ||
| REVEL Mt Charleston | Marathon | Las Vegas, NV | Apr 5, 2025 | 3:53:30 | ||
| Myrtle Beach Marathon | Marathon | Myrtle Beach, SC | Mar 1, 2025 | 4:15:46 | ||
| Big Beach Marathon | Marathon | Gulf Shores, AL | Jan 26, 2025 | 4:26:49 | ||
| Rehoboth Beach Seashore Marathon | Marathon | Rehoboth Beach, DE | Dec 7, 2024 | 4:22:10 |
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| Chickamauga Battlefield Races | Marathon | Fort Oglethorpe, GA | Nov 9, 2024 | 4:24:57 | ||
| Eau Claire Marathon | Marathon | Eau Claire, WI | Apr 28, 2024 | 4:09:01 |
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| Coast Guard Marathon | Marathon | Elizabeth City, NC | Apr 7, 2024 | 4:05:52 |
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| Little Rock Marathon | Marathon | Little Rock, AR | Mar 3, 2024 | 4:12:13 | ||
| Mississippi River Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Greenville, MS | Feb 3, 2024 | 4:19:41 |
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| Louisiana Marathon | Marathon | Baton Rouge, LA | Jan 14, 2024 | 4:20:47 | ||
| St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend | Marathon | Memphis, TN | Dec 2, 2023 | 4:31:24 | ||
| Greater St. Louis Marathon | Marathon | St. Louis, MO | Apr 1, 2023 | 4:40:25 | ||
| Chevron Houston Marathon & Aramco Houston Half Marathon | Marathon | Houston, TX | Jan 14, 2023 | 3:55:46 | ||
| Chevron Houston Marathon & Aramco Houston Half Marathon | Marathon | Houston, TX | Jan 15, 2022 | 4:24:09 | ||
| USA Fit Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K | Marathon | Sugar Land, TX | Jan 17, 2021 | 4:57:35 | ||
| The Cowtown | Marathon | Fort Worth, TX | 2010 | 5:00:24 | ||
| Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Oklahoma City, OK | 2010 | 4:07:45 | ||
| TCS New York City Marathon | Marathon | Staten Island, NY | 2010 | 5:08:55 | ||
| BMW Dallas Marathon | Marathon | Dallas, TX | 2009 | 4:15:14 |
Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon
Start Earlier!
Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon
Fairly no frills event, with a small expo, little swag, ordinary medal, and not much in the way of post-race amenities. The Mickelson Trail, however, is absolutely spectacular, and I … MORE
Fairly no frills event, with a small expo, little swag, ordinary medal, and not much in the way of post-race amenities. The Mickelson Trail, however, is absolutely spectacular, and I would rank this marathon second only to Big Sur in terms of scenery.
The only problem, as Ravers have been noting for years, is the start time. An 8:00 AM start time in South Dakota in June means that the sun will be high in the sky from the start. In 2026, race temps began in the 70s and got well into the 80s. This makes it tough to fully appreciate the scenery.
Windermere Marathon (WA)
It's Fine
Windermere Marathon (WA)
I hate to be critical about a race that's put on by such nice folks, but this race really doesn't deserve a 4.8 "trophy" rating on RaceRaves. Only about half … MORE
I hate to be critical about a race that’s put on by such nice folks, but this race really doesn’t deserve a 4.8 “trophy” rating on RaceRaves.
Only about half the race is scenic and along the river. Several miles are either on neighborhood sidewalks or along tight shoulders of fairly busy roads. In these sections, you really have to watch out for uneven surfaces and deep cracks and potholes and the like. I actually tripped and fell, which was a first.
Also, the signage is sparse in parts of the course and consists of paper arrows on traffic cones. It was a windy day, so many of the cones had tipped over, and because the marathon field is so small and shares a multi-use path with the general public, there were some anxious moments.
Race staff and volunteers were very, very nice. There just weren’t enough of them, and some didn’t know the answer to pretty basic questions about race logistics.
Despite all the above, I’m glad I ran the race and would give it a faint recommendation. But I flew across the country to check Washington off my list, and this race really doesn’t justify that kind of investment. I have to think there are better options in the state.
Rehoboth Beach Seashore Marathon
Lives Up to the Reviews
Rehoboth Beach Seashore Marathon
This is a lovely, super easy course along the coast and through a state park. Plenty of places to stay or park near the start. I had no problems with … MORE
This is a lovely, super easy course along the coast and through a state park. Plenty of places to stay or park near the start. I had no problems with the race production. Swag is fine. I’m very happy to have logged this one for DE.
Eau Claire Marathon 🏆
Lives Up to the Hype
Eau Claire Marathon 🏆
You read the reviews on here and think it can’t be THAT great. It is. All the things mentioned in previous reviews are true. I just can’t believe there’s another … MORE
You read the reviews on here and think it can’t be THAT great. It is. All the things mentioned in previous reviews are true. I just can’t believe there’s another small town marathon that gets this level of crowd support. Pretty hilly course, though!
Coast Guard Marathon
Really great small race
Coast Guard Marathon
Pros: super easy packet pickup and parking close to start. Everybody is just so nice. Neat course through Coast Guard base and lovely, woodsy neighborhoods. Cons: a bit congested through … MORE
Pros: super easy packet pickup and parking close to start. Everybody is just so nice. Neat course through Coast Guard base and lovely, woodsy neighborhoods.
Cons: a bit congested through the first couple miles, not a whole lot of crowd support, and water stations every two miles (I prefer every mile, especially in the second half).
Mississippi River Marathon & Half Marathon
Perfect Small Marathon
Mississippi River Marathon & Half Marathon
I created an account solely to give this race some love. As others have mentioned, the race director is kind, responsive, and a consummate professional, and all the logistics of … MORE
I created an account solely to give this race some love.
As others have mentioned, the race director is kind, responsive, and a consummate professional, and all the logistics of the race operate like clockwork.
The course could hardly be easier, the epitome of “pancake flat.” The one exception is the bridge over the Mississippi, which is worth the mile-long, gradual incline for the views of the river.
If you need a wide variety of scenery and ample fan support, this might not be the best race for you. If, like me, you reach a Zen-like state on long, flat, rural highways, the course is perfect.