Overall Rating
Overall Rating (3 Reviews)
3.7
(3 Ratings)  (3 Reviews)
DIFFICULTY
3.7
SCENERY
2.7
PRODUCTION
4.3
SWAG
4
The Goodyear Half Marathon & 10k brings the iconic landmarks of Goodyear right under your feet for a unique and unforgettable racing experience. Set a personal record on Goodyear’s Akron Proving Grounds before making your way to the company’s historic World Headquarters and new campus.
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Recent reviews

    lish66 FIRST-TIMER '22

    Pros:Packet pickup was super easy and organized. Race day morning was very organized and parking was easy and stress free. Even at the back of the pack for starting I … MORE

    Pros:Packet pickup was super easy and organized. Race day morning was very organized and parking was easy and stress free. Even at the back of the pack for starting I could easily hear announcements and music. It felt very inclusive as a slower runner. The water tables were frequent and had a place to refill my own water bottle. All the volunteers were friendly. Post race swag was awesome.
    Cons: Crowd support was minimal. Mile 1 is right as you leave the Goodyear test track and all the people watching who were in the test track at the start had to stay until all the runners left the track. There were probably 30ish people standing there and not one of them was cheering/clapping/etc. it was odd. The course has a few “loops” and because of that there are places were the spectators were grouped for both the half and the 10k. I had the same experience at mile 4 as mile 1. No one cheered. They just stood there. When the 10k split off around mile 5 I was essentially on the course alone. I did have a runner about .1 miles ahead of me and I think there was someone a little farther behind me. But it felt more like a supported training run through a neighborhood than a race at certain parts.

    Overall it was a well put together race and I will most likely run it again.

    DIFFICULTY
    4
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    3
    SWAG
    4

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    tdnewman FIRST-TIMER '21

    I chose this race to have something to train for over the summer. I guess my training was not too effective, as my performance was a disappointment. That being said … MORE

    I chose this race to have something to train for over the summer. I guess my training was not too effective, as my performance was a disappointment. That being said the race is very well organized and well run. COVID restrictions were in place with a staggered start. The race started at the Goodyear headquarters and also finishes there. The race goes through Akron neighborhoods and is very nice overall. Plenty of water stations along the way. The only suggestion I would give is to have more mile markers on the course. The course itself is relatively flat, no real hills to contend with. The race had an early start (6:30), which was good for an August day. Well worth trying, and I would do again, looking for a better result.

    DIFFICULTY
    3
    PRODUCTION
    3
    SCENERY
    2
    SWAG
    3

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    runningg8r FIRST-TIMER '18

    This race was put on very well. I was impressed with the organization and the swag. The registration included: a quality finisher's medal, super soft/attractive race tee, Asics race-branded socks, … MORE

    This race was put on very well. I was impressed with the organization and the swag. The registration included: a quality finisher’s medal, super soft/attractive race tee, Asics race-branded socks, beer, burger and ice cream at the finish line. The start on the Goodyear test rack was really cool and a lot of fun. It was easy for spectators to see their runners several times. The course is hillier than I was expecting but I still had a great time!

    DIFFICULTY
    4
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    3
    SWAG
    5

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