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Had a good time, was fun to see the neighborhoods come out, great swag with a hat and a blanket. Liked the goats at the packet pickup at the race … MORE
Had a good time, was fun to see the neighborhoods come out, great swag with a hat and a blanket. Liked the goats at the packet pickup at the race track!
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I enjoyed almost every aspect of this race. The marathon course scenery is excellent. It was nice to run next to the James River as well as through many neighborhoods. … MORE
I enjoyed almost every aspect of this race. The marathon course scenery is excellent. It was nice to run next to the James River as well as through many neighborhoods. There are several long, gradual hills along this course. I appreciated the downhill finish. It helped me stretch my legs and provided a mental boost.
Most of the marathon course was spectated well, however, there were a few “slow spots” with only a handful of spectators. The aid stations were plentiful and I appreciated that some of the volunteers would help me fill my hand held water bottle.
By far, my favorite part along the course were the cheer zones and groups. You KNOW when you’ve passed the November Project and Lululemon. Excellent job cheering!
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Well organized race. Lots of help at aid stations. Great support from people along the race. Weather was perfect. Lots of parking options downtown but get there early. Bag check … MORE
Well organized race. Lots of help at aid stations. Great support from people along the race. Weather was perfect. Lots of parking options downtown but get there early. Bag check and pick up ran perfectly.
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Fantastic event/course from start to finish. Pros - Smooth race check in for getting bib/shirt at Richmond Raceway the day before race. Parking downtown the morning of race was easy … MORE
Fantastic event/course from start to finish. Pros – Smooth race check in for getting bib/shirt at Richmond Raceway the day before race. Parking downtown the morning of race was easy and had no trouble getting out quickly after, although I did park in a lot that cost $20 which was a bummer (not sure if there were free lots available). The course itself was great, mostly flat with only 2-3 short gentle climbs throughout with a nice downhill to finish. Adequate and plentiful aid stations throughout with people cheering you along the whole course. Felt like a giant party/celebration the whole way. Big shoutout to the emergency response system the race has in place – I personally witnessed 2 racers go down with injury/health issues and emergency crew were readily available to attend to both racers that I saw.
Only cons – parking cost as mentioned above (but that could have just been the lot I chose, not sure if there were cheaper/free lots available. And for some reason I was given a unisex small (thought I ordered women’s small), which turned out to be huge on me, but I was able to exchange it for a women’s small that fit me much better.
I am super glad I ran this race. It was a PR for me for the half distance, and my first time running the half in Richmond. I plan to return next year for the full marathon!
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I really enjoyed this race! Good support in terms of crowds and aid stations, very scenic this time of the year. Rolling hills didn’t feel quite as challenging as I … MORE
I really enjoyed this race! Good support in terms of crowds and aid stations, very scenic this time of the year.
Rolling hills didn’t feel quite as challenging as I had expected going into it, but the downhill finish can be a little rough on tired legs.
Would absolutely run again!
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Very few spots without spectators and those spectators will get you amped to keep going. Gorgeous fall colors and wonderful course that will challenge you but is not brutally hilly. … MORE
Very few spots without spectators and those spectators will get you amped to keep going. Gorgeous fall colors and wonderful course that will challenge you but is not brutally hilly. The course highlights the best of RVA. Truly America’s friendliest marathon
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Very well organized race. I did prefer previous year's routes to this route so hope they switch it back as there were more hills in the park and through the … MORE
Very well organized race. I did prefer previous year’s routes to this route so hope they switch it back as there were more hills in the park and through the neighborhood after. Other than that, more people are needed to assist with bag check retrieval after, but the after party makes up for it and I love the swag!
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This was a wonderful marathon course with beautiful scenery, variety of terrain, and great support. The race was very organized, turns were well marked, and there was lots of support … MORE
This was a wonderful marathon course with beautiful scenery, variety of terrain, and great support. The race was very organized, turns were well marked, and there was lots of support from water stations to bathrooms to medical help to local music and fuel that included Gu, junk food, and pickle juice! The course was not too hilly. It was perfect for hitting a PR!!
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Great course with lots of scenery and fan support. There were some potholes and some of the signs for directions were a bit confusing. I have done this race four … MORE
Great course with lots of scenery and fan support. There were some potholes and some of the signs for directions were a bit confusing. I have done this race four other times and I will definitely do it again.
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Richmond stands by their reputation as America's Friendliest Marathon. The crowd support was so motivating and there were only a few hills. The only area I noticed lack of crowd … MORE
Richmond stands by their reputation as America’s Friendliest Marathon. The crowd support was so motivating and there were only a few hills. The only area I noticed lack of crowd support was on the greenway, but it was so pretty and peaceful that it kept my mind occupied and relaxed. I was lucky to have perfect weather. November is typically a cool and dry season. I love the unique finisher blanket and downhill finish!
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This was my first time running this race and it was great. The expo was very well organized and it had a lot of options for different likes. I really … MORE
This was my first time running this race and it was great. The expo was very well organized and it had a lot of options for different likes. I really enjoy the morning of the race because it was well organized and it started on time. It is hard to do so well with that many people but you can tell the organizers and volunteers did a great job. The after party was also great. They way they had everything set up allowed for a good flow of the people. I enjoyed it so much that next year I want to go back and try a different distance.
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This was my fourth year running the Richmond Marathon, and a new personal record for me! I’ve been running marathons for the past 10 years and this is hands down … MORE
This was my fourth year running the Richmond Marathon, and a new personal record for me! I’ve been running marathons for the past 10 years and this is hands down my favorite course. The course is beautiful with rolling hills, the expo is awesome, and the crowd support cannot be beat. There are water stations with plenty of volunteers so you are not scrambling trying to grab water or Nuun. Every mile is very clearly marked. There is nothing confusing about which way to go in any part of the course- everything is clearly marked with volunteers throughout. There are awesome party zones with loud motivating music. The pickle juice at mile 23 was a game changer for me. Everything is so professional about this marathon it’s on par with the World Marathon Majors. But my favorite part of the entire event is the downhill finish- there is nothing like being able to sprint across the downhill finishing chute. Running the Richmond Marathon has truly turned into a tradition for me and my support team. I can’t wait to run it again.
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This race experience was incredible. I have been wanting to run the 8K for a few years now and I finally found the nerve to commit. From the start of … MORE
This race experience was incredible. I have been wanting to run the 8K for a few years now and I finally found the nerve to commit. From the start of the day till the end, I loved it. It was one of the most welcoming and uplifting environments I’ve been in. The course was a breeze and relatively flat. It made me love running again and I am so excited for the future. 2024 goal: complete my first marathon!!!
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The course is gorgeous! The course starts out flat and then moves into rolling hills. The spectators were great! Lots of refreshments and water stops. MORE
The course is gorgeous! The course starts out flat and then moves into rolling hills. The spectators were great! Lots of refreshments and water stops.
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The entire race was a blast! So much support throughout the race. The aid stations were every two miles. It consisted of water first then Nuun electrolytes. The atmosphere was … MORE
The entire race was a blast! So much support throughout the race. The aid stations were every two miles. It consisted of water first then Nuun electrolytes. The atmosphere was insane! So many people out cheering you on. Tons of scenery along the course as well. This is my own fault but I didn’t realize the course would be roughly 950ft of elevation gain and that really hit me around mile 21. I will definitely run the Richmond Marathon again and I would encourage you to run it as well!
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I chose this race for my first marathon because I read that it was well-organized, fairly flat, and had great crowd support. I found all of those things to be … MORE
I chose this race for my first marathon because I read that it was well-organized, fairly flat, and had great crowd support. I found all of those things to be true. I really think the race organizers thought of everything, and included fun extras like junk food stops. Everything at the expo and post race part was so organized. I appreciated the pace groups during the race, and the spectators were awesome. I couldn’t have asked for a better first marathon. I smiled the entire race.
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I absolutely loved this race for my first marathon - It was fantastic - Ran a great time and loved the crowd and how it was setup - Richmond and … MORE
I absolutely loved this race for my first marathon – It was fantastic – Ran a great time and loved the crowd and how it was setup – Richmond and Sportsbackers did a great job taking care of us
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"America's Friendliest Marathon" is true. Everyone at the race was friendly, and even everyone in Richmond in general. The communication and production of this half marathon made it easy to … MORE
“America’s Friendliest Marathon” is true. Everyone at the race was friendly, and even everyone in Richmond in general. The communication and production of this half marathon made it easy to navigate the parking, start line, and finish line areas. The maps on the race website were well done and great for our prep. Our group had a mix of half runners/8k walkers, and we all met up at the finish no problem. The course itself is mostly flat, and the last half mile is downhill – something I looked forward to probably starting in mile 10. The main hilly part is in and around Bryan Park, but the gorgeous Fall leaves are definitely enough to distract you.
We enjoyed the fleece blanket and hat that we got along with our medals at the finish line. Definitely helped protect us from the cold while we sat and enjoyed our beer, and we’re looking forward to having them as memories from our first half.
As a side note, we loved that the 8k started at almost the same time, and they got to participate and be celebrated too – with medals, goodie bags, pizza, and beer. It makes it great if you’re traveling out of town for the half with family who’d like to walk the 8k and see a bit of Richmond while you run. It made our day that our 8k walkers had such a great experience along with us.
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This was my first time running in Richmond, only my second half marathon. The course is super flat and fun! Richmond is a fun city, the crowd support and environment … MORE
This was my first time running in Richmond, only my second half marathon. The course is super flat and fun! Richmond is a fun city, the crowd support and environment was unbelievable.
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Fun race with some rolling hills, mostly easy, no overly sharp turns or any other things that could cause unexpected difficulty. The cheering crowd was substantial and very energizing. The … MORE
Fun race with some rolling hills, mostly easy, no overly sharp turns or any other things that could cause unexpected difficulty. The cheering crowd was substantial and very energizing. The celebration area was great, although the negative parts were stale pizza and green bananas. The Enay (NA) beer was delicious and I loved that an NA beer was available. The 3 different distances meant something for everyone. 17 people from our local run club came!
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Great race, great swag, relatively flat
Had a good time, was fun to see the neighborhoods come out, great swag with a hat and a blanket. Liked the goats at the packet pickup at the race … MORE
Had a good time, was fun to see the neighborhoods come out, great swag with a hat and a blanket. Liked the goats at the packet pickup at the race track!
a great race!
I enjoyed almost every aspect of this race. The marathon course scenery is excellent. It was nice to run next to the James River as well as through many neighborhoods. … MORE
I enjoyed almost every aspect of this race. The marathon course scenery is excellent. It was nice to run next to the James River as well as through many neighborhoods. There are several long, gradual hills along this course. I appreciated the downhill finish. It helped me stretch my legs and provided a mental boost.
Most of the marathon course was spectated well, however, there were a few “slow spots” with only a handful of spectators. The aid stations were plentiful and I appreciated that some of the volunteers would help me fill my hand held water bottle.
By far, my favorite part along the course were the cheer zones and groups. You KNOW when you’ve passed the November Project and Lululemon. Excellent job cheering!
Friendly vibe all the way
Well organized race. Lots of help at aid stations. Great support from people along the race. Weather was perfect. Lots of parking options downtown but get there early. Bag check … MORE
Well organized race. Lots of help at aid stations. Great support from people along the race. Weather was perfect. Lots of parking options downtown but get there early. Bag check and pick up ran perfectly.
First Richmond Half!
Fantastic event/course from start to finish. Pros - Smooth race check in for getting bib/shirt at Richmond Raceway the day before race. Parking downtown the morning of race was easy … MORE
Fantastic event/course from start to finish. Pros – Smooth race check in for getting bib/shirt at Richmond Raceway the day before race. Parking downtown the morning of race was easy and had no trouble getting out quickly after, although I did park in a lot that cost $20 which was a bummer (not sure if there were free lots available). The course itself was great, mostly flat with only 2-3 short gentle climbs throughout with a nice downhill to finish. Adequate and plentiful aid stations throughout with people cheering you along the whole course. Felt like a giant party/celebration the whole way. Big shoutout to the emergency response system the race has in place – I personally witnessed 2 racers go down with injury/health issues and emergency crew were readily available to attend to both racers that I saw.
Only cons – parking cost as mentioned above (but that could have just been the lot I chose, not sure if there were cheaper/free lots available. And for some reason I was given a unisex small (thought I ordered women’s small), which turned out to be huge on me, but I was able to exchange it for a women’s small that fit me much better.
I am super glad I ran this race. It was a PR for me for the half distance, and my first time running the half in Richmond. I plan to return next year for the full marathon!
Great scenic race, well organized
I really enjoyed this race! Good support in terms of crowds and aid stations, very scenic this time of the year. Rolling hills didn’t feel quite as challenging as I … MORE
I really enjoyed this race! Good support in terms of crowds and aid stations, very scenic this time of the year.
Rolling hills didn’t feel quite as challenging as I had expected going into it, but the downhill finish can be a little rough on tired legs.
Would absolutely run again!
Legit the best marathon ever. I
Very few spots without spectators and those spectators will get you amped to keep going. Gorgeous fall colors and wonderful course that will challenge you but is not brutally hilly. … MORE
Very few spots without spectators and those spectators will get you amped to keep going. Gorgeous fall colors and wonderful course that will challenge you but is not brutally hilly. The course highlights the best of RVA. Truly America’s friendliest marathon
Love the scenery and the people!
Very well organized race. I did prefer previous year's routes to this route so hope they switch it back as there were more hills in the park and through the … MORE
Very well organized race. I did prefer previous year’s routes to this route so hope they switch it back as there were more hills in the park and through the neighborhood after. Other than that, more people are needed to assist with bag check retrieval after, but the after party makes up for it and I love the swag!
Great course, friendly atmosphere
This was a wonderful marathon course with beautiful scenery, variety of terrain, and great support. The race was very organized, turns were well marked, and there was lots of support … MORE
This was a wonderful marathon course with beautiful scenery, variety of terrain, and great support. The race was very organized, turns were well marked, and there was lots of support from water stations to bathrooms to medical help to local music and fuel that included Gu, junk food, and pickle juice! The course was not too hilly. It was perfect for hitting a PR!!
An amazing race
Great course with lots of scenery and fan support. There were some potholes and some of the signs for directions were a bit confusing. I have done this race four … MORE
Great course with lots of scenery and fan support. There were some potholes and some of the signs for directions were a bit confusing. I have done this race four other times and I will definitely do it again.
Friendliest Marathon
Richmond stands by their reputation as America's Friendliest Marathon. The crowd support was so motivating and there were only a few hills. The only area I noticed lack of crowd … MORE
Richmond stands by their reputation as America’s Friendliest Marathon. The crowd support was so motivating and there were only a few hills. The only area I noticed lack of crowd support was on the greenway, but it was so pretty and peaceful that it kept my mind occupied and relaxed. I was lucky to have perfect weather. November is typically a cool and dry season. I love the unique finisher blanket and downhill finish!
Great race, will be back!
This was my first time running this race and it was great. The expo was very well organized and it had a lot of options for different likes. I really … MORE
This was my first time running this race and it was great. The expo was very well organized and it had a lot of options for different likes. I really enjoy the morning of the race because it was well organized and it started on time. It is hard to do so well with that many people but you can tell the organizers and volunteers did a great job. The after party was also great. They way they had everything set up allowed for a good flow of the people. I enjoyed it so much that next year I want to go back and try a different distance.
The ultimate marathon experience
This was my fourth year running the Richmond Marathon, and a new personal record for me! I’ve been running marathons for the past 10 years and this is hands down … MORE
This was my fourth year running the Richmond Marathon, and a new personal record for me! I’ve been running marathons for the past 10 years and this is hands down my favorite course. The course is beautiful with rolling hills, the expo is awesome, and the crowd support cannot be beat. There are water stations with plenty of volunteers so you are not scrambling trying to grab water or Nuun. Every mile is very clearly marked. There is nothing confusing about which way to go in any part of the course- everything is clearly marked with volunteers throughout. There are awesome party zones with loud motivating music. The pickle juice at mile 23 was a game changer for me. Everything is so professional about this marathon it’s on par with the World Marathon Majors. But my favorite part of the entire event is the downhill finish- there is nothing like being able to sprint across the downhill finishing chute. Running the Richmond Marathon has truly turned into a tradition for me and my support team. I can’t wait to run it again.
Best First Race Experience!!!
This race experience was incredible. I have been wanting to run the 8K for a few years now and I finally found the nerve to commit. From the start of … MORE
This race experience was incredible. I have been wanting to run the 8K for a few years now and I finally found the nerve to commit. From the start of the day till the end, I loved it. It was one of the most welcoming and uplifting environments I’ve been in. The course was a breeze and relatively flat. It made me love running again and I am so excited for the future. 2024 goal: complete my first marathon!!!
Great race!
The course is gorgeous! The course starts out flat and then moves into rolling hills. The spectators were great! Lots of refreshments and water stops. MORE
The course is gorgeous! The course starts out flat and then moves into rolling hills. The spectators were great! Lots of refreshments and water stops.
Joined the marathon club in Richmond!
The entire race was a blast! So much support throughout the race. The aid stations were every two miles. It consisted of water first then Nuun electrolytes. The atmosphere was … MORE
The entire race was a blast! So much support throughout the race. The aid stations were every two miles. It consisted of water first then Nuun electrolytes. The atmosphere was insane! So many people out cheering you on. Tons of scenery along the course as well. This is my own fault but I didn’t realize the course would be roughly 950ft of elevation gain and that really hit me around mile 21. I will definitely run the Richmond Marathon again and I would encourage you to run it as well!
Great choice for first timer marathoner
I chose this race for my first marathon because I read that it was well-organized, fairly flat, and had great crowd support. I found all of those things to be … MORE
I chose this race for my first marathon because I read that it was well-organized, fairly flat, and had great crowd support. I found all of those things to be true. I really think the race organizers thought of everything, and included fun extras like junk food stops. Everything at the expo and post race part was so organized. I appreciated the pace groups during the race, and the spectators were awesome. I couldn’t have asked for a better first marathon. I smiled the entire race.
Absolute Blast for my first Thon
I absolutely loved this race for my first marathon - It was fantastic - Ran a great time and loved the crowd and how it was setup - Richmond and … MORE
I absolutely loved this race for my first marathon – It was fantastic – Ran a great time and loved the crowd and how it was setup – Richmond and Sportsbackers did a great job taking care of us
Great for a first half marathon!
"America's Friendliest Marathon" is true. Everyone at the race was friendly, and even everyone in Richmond in general. The communication and production of this half marathon made it easy to … MORE
“America’s Friendliest Marathon” is true. Everyone at the race was friendly, and even everyone in Richmond in general. The communication and production of this half marathon made it easy to navigate the parking, start line, and finish line areas. The maps on the race website were well done and great for our prep. Our group had a mix of half runners/8k walkers, and we all met up at the finish no problem. The course itself is mostly flat, and the last half mile is downhill – something I looked forward to probably starting in mile 10. The main hilly part is in and around Bryan Park, but the gorgeous Fall leaves are definitely enough to distract you.
We enjoyed the fleece blanket and hat that we got along with our medals at the finish line. Definitely helped protect us from the cold while we sat and enjoyed our beer, and we’re looking forward to having them as memories from our first half.
As a side note, we loved that the 8k started at almost the same time, and they got to participate and be celebrated too – with medals, goodie bags, pizza, and beer. It makes it great if you’re traveling out of town for the half with family who’d like to walk the 8k and see a bit of Richmond while you run. It made our day that our 8k walkers had such a great experience along with us.
AMAZING EXPERIENCE
This was my first time running in Richmond, only my second half marathon. The course is super flat and fun! Richmond is a fun city, the crowd support and environment … MORE
This was my first time running in Richmond, only my second half marathon. The course is super flat and fun! Richmond is a fun city, the crowd support and environment was unbelievable.
Fun and well organized
Fun race with some rolling hills, mostly easy, no overly sharp turns or any other things that could cause unexpected difficulty. The cheering crowd was substantial and very energizing. The … MORE
Fun race with some rolling hills, mostly easy, no overly sharp turns or any other things that could cause unexpected difficulty. The cheering crowd was substantial and very energizing. The celebration area was great, although the negative parts were stale pizza and green bananas. The Enay (NA) beer was delicious and I loved that an NA beer was available. The 3 different distances meant something for everyone. 17 people from our local run club came!