I knew going in to this race that there were some hills. Once you get through the first few miles that wind through the historic village of Williamsburg, you are … MORE
I knew going in to this race that there were some hills. Once you get through the first few miles that wind through the historic village of Williamsburg, you are either going up or down. The last 8 or so miles follow a paved path back towards Golden Horseshoe golf resort and worked out nicely as it protected runners from a stiff chilly breeze.
This race surprised me. I wasn’t sure how much I would enjoy it being a Virginia native and familiar with the area but I’m glad I finally signed up and did the race. The production was top notch and well thought out for a race in February. Heated tent with snacks, warm drinks, etc that runners could access before and after the race. Nice swag: good long sleeve shirt, cool pineapple medal, nice running gloves and a backpack bag that has wider straps than the normal string. Pizza and beer at the finish, lots of awards and just overall well run. Plus if you are traveling from out of town, there is plenty to do afterwards around the old town, shopping/outlets, breweries and dining.
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Nice winter race
I knew going in to this race that there were some hills. Once you get through the first few miles that wind through the historic village of Williamsburg, you are … MORE
I knew going in to this race that there were some hills. Once you get through the first few miles that wind through the historic village of Williamsburg, you are either going up or down. The last 8 or so miles follow a paved path back towards Golden Horseshoe golf resort and worked out nicely as it protected runners from a stiff chilly breeze.
This race surprised me. I wasn’t sure how much I would enjoy it being a Virginia native and familiar with the area but I’m glad I finally signed up and did the race. The production was top notch and well thought out for a race in February. Heated tent with snacks, warm drinks, etc that runners could access before and after the race. Nice swag: good long sleeve shirt, cool pineapple medal, nice running gloves and a backpack bag that has wider straps than the normal string. Pizza and beer at the finish, lots of awards and just overall well run. Plus if you are traveling from out of town, there is plenty to do afterwards around the old town, shopping/outlets, breweries and dining.
The hardest half marathon I have run.
I have run 7 half marathons and this was by far the hardest. I was hoping for a PR but the course was so hilly it made that hard. Everytime … MORE
I have run 7 half marathons and this was by far the hardest. I was hoping for a PR but the course was so hilly it made that hard. Everytime I finished a hill there was a new one I could see. There is very little flat. The miles were not marked. There are no gel stops on the way. They gave nice shirts though! The race also starts at 1 in the afternoon which is different.
Great small town race
Williamsburg makes for a great destination race! Plenty to check out and do in the area (colonial downtown, Jamestown, Yorktown) and lots of good restaurants. Race organization was top notch, … MORE
Williamsburg makes for a great destination race! Plenty to check out and do in the area (colonial downtown, Jamestown, Yorktown) and lots of good restaurants. Race organization was top notch, the course was beautiful, most of it is on trails but well maintained trails and plenty of room. Scenery on the course was great! Finish line was actually in the college gym which was pretty neat, good music and a local brewery was running the beer garden. Will be returning next year!