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| L (°F) | 33 | 34 | 41 | 29 | 38 |
The race director put on a great race! Nice shirts and medals, and a great jacket are part of the SWAG. Very hilly course, and I loved the Jacob's Ladder … MORE
The race director put on a great race! Nice shirts and medals, and a great jacket are part of the SWAG.
Very hilly course, and I loved the Jacob’s Ladder Challenge near the end of the race.
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I returned this year based on the amazing experience in 2019 and it didn't disappoint. The course was changed due to construction, which added more hills. It was unfortunate that … MORE
I returned this year based on the amazing experience in 2019 and it didn’t disappoint. The course was changed due to construction, which added more hills. It was unfortunate that the portion of the course through Baylor University and the Stadium wasn’t included. However, the new course was good, it still went through the zoo and added the community college as a loop .
The race coordination is top notch, swag is good (including handmade finisher medal).
After party included beer and breakfast tacos!
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This race was amazing from start to finish. The aid stations were plentiful, the volunteers were cheerful and the scenery made it fly by. I love that it went through … MORE
This race was amazing from start to finish. The aid stations were plentiful, the volunteers were cheerful and the scenery made it fly by. I love that it went through the zoo! I definitely plan on doing this race again next year.
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I love everything about this race—the medals, hometown, the finisher food, and the lack of crowds. However, this year was not Muracle Match’s finest. There seemed to be a decrease … MORE
I love everything about this race—the medals, hometown, the finisher food, and the lack of crowds. However, this year was not Muracle Match’s finest. There seemed to be a decrease in the usual number of water stops and traffic control. A couple of busy intersections were without anyone directing traffic and the lack of runners made it hard to determine where to go. I had to direct some out of towners. Sad that there was no finisher shirt.
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As an out-of-towner, I felt like this race was an inside job. The announcer only mentioned names of people he knew--supposedly local runners--and, worse, the route was poorly marked. Another … MORE
As an out-of-towner, I felt like this race was an inside job. The announcer only mentioned names of people he knew–supposedly local runners–and, worse, the route was poorly marked. Another out-of-town runner and I found ourselves at a crossroad with no direction and ended up lost downtown and having to ask directions back. There was a lead bike, but with one person way out in front, the rest of us had no view of the bike to lead us in. Locals seemed okay, but if you want to encourage others to run, you need to welcome and support. The bull medal was cool, though.
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This year there was very little support in the full course. Some intersections did have people and dodging of cars was required, not enough water stops and course was not … MORE
This year there was very little support in the full course. Some intersections did have people and dodging of cars was required, not enough water stops and course was not well marked. On more than one occasion I had to tell an out of town person where to go because it was not marked. Also the hat received at the finish didn’t even say finisher
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I have run this race 8 yrs in a row and will continue to run it! It has the best scenery and is fun! We run through the zoo, by … MORE
I have run this race 8 yrs in a row and will continue to run it! It has the best scenery and is fun! We run through the zoo, by the orangutans, giraffes, tigers, sloths and so much more! The hill are through beautiful Cameron Park and the Jacobs Ladder challenge is a must! For each challenge you accept you get more bling! To top it all of you get ALL your race photo’s for FREEEEEEE!!!!!
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After completing this race, I completely respect why there's not a published elevation map because it might scare people away. The course is mostly flat, sure there's a couple of … MORE
After completing this race, I completely respect why there’s not a published elevation map because it might scare people away. The course is mostly flat, sure there’s a couple of big hills which you reach the top at miles 14 and 15, but the real fun begins just after mile 20. This is not the course to try to beat your marathon PR, but definitely one I will be doing again
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As a first timer for the HM, I knew what I was in for as far as hills and steep hills. If you love a challenge, try walking up Jacobs … MORE
As a first timer for the HM, I knew what I was in for as far as hills and steep hills. If you love a challenge, try walking up Jacobs Ladder at mile 10. So worth the extra bling! Overall a great race, great production, and we lucked out with the beautiful weather. Don’t go in with high expectations of a PR. Enjoy the scenery and the misery of hill after hill after hill. For a great cause, Be the Match, make a difference.
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One of a kind challenging marathon, plenty of hills and other “fun” optional challenges such as the climb up Jacobs ladder after eating a jalapeño around mile 22. The “encouraging” … MORE
One of a kind challenging marathon, plenty of hills and other “fun” optional challenges such as the climb up Jacobs ladder after eating a jalapeño around mile 22. The “encouraging” signs as you enter the hills of Cameron park will either entertain, motivate or tick you off enough to push through them hills, overall it’s one you have to experience and tell or brag to all your friends about.
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I ran the 50k two years ago a ran the 10k this year. Wonderfully produced. Great cause. I became a MATCH for bone marrow donation thanks to them. Tough marathon … MORE
I ran the 50k two years ago a ran the 10k this year. Wonderfully produced. Great cause. I became a MATCH for bone marrow donation thanks to them. Tough marathon course and flat 10k. Very fun!
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I’ve run this marathon twice. Train by hitting hills late in your long runs. Hills start at about the half mark and don’t let up until about mile 24. It’s … MORE
I’ve run this marathon twice. Train by hitting hills late in your long runs. Hills start at about the half mark and don’t let up until about mile 24. It’s a good challenge.
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Be ready for hill hills and more hills but also be ready for the infomous jacobs ladder at mile 11.you think your legs hurt wait till your done with the … MORE
Be ready for hill hills and more hills but also be ready for the infomous jacobs ladder at mile 11.you think your legs hurt wait till your done with the ladder.but you get an additional medal with completing the ladder!
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This race is a logistical dream. Show up 30 minutes before race starts for hardly any lines in a hotel bathroom and a parking spot near the start/finish. It’s not … MORE
This race is a logistical dream. Show up 30 minutes before race starts for hardly any lines in a hotel bathroom and a parking spot near the start/finish. It’s not a big race but it’s so easy and stress-free.
The half course begins with close to 7 miles of flat roads near and around downtown Waco and Baylor University. Then about 3 miles of some pretty challenging hills. Like actual hills, not rolling inclines – HILLS. But what goes up, must come down. The final 3 miles are a huge downhill and flat to the finish.
I do this race every year.
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I have run both the Half and Full marathon and I have to stress that you will need to prepare for the hills... It's definitely not a secret, they do … MORE
I have run both the Half and Full marathon and I have to stress that you will need to prepare for the hills… It’s definitely not a secret, they do give you fair warning. This race showcases the best views Waco has to offer and is well organized. Year after year they offer some of the best most unique medals and race swag! This is hands down one of the best races and all for a good cause too!
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One of my favorites races! Amazing support, volunteers, atmosphere! I run over 20 races a year.. this one by far it’s one of the best , most well organized race … MORE
One of my favorites races! Amazing support, volunteers, atmosphere! I run over 20 races a year.. this one by far it’s one of the best , most well organized race in Texas! 3 time running it and be there again in 2019!!
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All aspects of race from start to finish are amazing. Not to mention, you challenge yourself more than you know. Definitely would recommend any runner to participate. There’s a race … MORE
All aspects of race from start to finish are amazing. Not to mention, you challenge yourself more than you know. Definitely would recommend any runner to participate. There’s a race for any age or level. And by all means, do the “Jacobs Ladder Challenge”.
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The cause is a great one and the challenges are cool. Will be doing this race again. Love the hand made finisher medals. Pacing was good...all in all it was … MORE
The cause is a great one and the challenges are cool. Will be doing this race again. Love the hand made finisher medals. Pacing was good…all in all it was a good race.
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The first half of the marathon course is along the river & through Baylor's campus, but starting at about the halfway point there is nothing but rolling hills & more … MORE
The first half of the marathon course is along the river & through Baylor’s campus, but starting at about the halfway point there is nothing but rolling hills & more rolling hills. I was under prepared & I knew it so my miles were slower than my previous 2 marathons & the hills (most of which I knew were coming) really slowed me down. Great challenging course, nice scenery, good swag & I would run again for sure.
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A beautiful scenic tour of the Baylor Campus, Cameron Park Zoo and up and down many hills. Jacob’s Ladder is an optional challenge around mile 11. Do it! It will … MORE
A beautiful scenic tour of the Baylor Campus, Cameron Park Zoo and up and down many hills. Jacob’s Ladder is an optional challenge around mile 11. Do it! It will leave you feeling empowered. The race is extremely organized!
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Hilly, challenging, and still fun
The race director put on a great race! Nice shirts and medals, and a great jacket are part of the SWAG. Very hilly course, and I loved the Jacob's Ladder … MORE
The race director put on a great race! Nice shirts and medals, and a great jacket are part of the SWAG.
Very hilly course, and I loved the Jacob’s Ladder Challenge near the end of the race.
Small Race with Lots of Hills!
I returned this year based on the amazing experience in 2019 and it didn't disappoint. The course was changed due to construction, which added more hills. It was unfortunate that … MORE
I returned this year based on the amazing experience in 2019 and it didn’t disappoint. The course was changed due to construction, which added more hills. It was unfortunate that the portion of the course through Baylor University and the Stadium wasn’t included. However, the new course was good, it still went through the zoo and added the community college as a loop .
The race coordination is top notch, swag is good (including handmade finisher medal).
After party included beer and breakfast tacos!
Amazing race!
This race was amazing from start to finish. The aid stations were plentiful, the volunteers were cheerful and the scenery made it fly by. I love that it went through … MORE
This race was amazing from start to finish. The aid stations were plentiful, the volunteers were cheerful and the scenery made it fly by. I love that it went through the zoo! I definitely plan on doing this race again next year.
Not the finest year
I love everything about this race—the medals, hometown, the finisher food, and the lack of crowds. However, this year was not Muracle Match’s finest. There seemed to be a decrease … MORE
I love everything about this race—the medals, hometown, the finisher food, and the lack of crowds. However, this year was not Muracle Match’s finest. There seemed to be a decrease in the usual number of water stops and traffic control. A couple of busy intersections were without anyone directing traffic and the lack of runners made it hard to determine where to go. I had to direct some out of towners. Sad that there was no finisher shirt.
Mark the route!
As an out-of-towner, I felt like this race was an inside job. The announcer only mentioned names of people he knew--supposedly local runners--and, worse, the route was poorly marked. Another … MORE
As an out-of-towner, I felt like this race was an inside job. The announcer only mentioned names of people he knew–supposedly local runners–and, worse, the route was poorly marked. Another out-of-town runner and I found ourselves at a crossroad with no direction and ended up lost downtown and having to ask directions back. There was a lead bike, but with one person way out in front, the rest of us had no view of the bike to lead us in. Locals seemed okay, but if you want to encourage others to run, you need to welcome and support. The bull medal was cool, though.
Lacking race support and finishing swag
This year there was very little support in the full course. Some intersections did have people and dodging of cars was required, not enough water stops and course was not … MORE
This year there was very little support in the full course. Some intersections did have people and dodging of cars was required, not enough water stops and course was not well marked. On more than one occasion I had to tell an out of town person where to go because it was not marked. Also the hat received at the finish didn’t even say finisher
BEST RACE EVER!!!!!
I have run this race 8 yrs in a row and will continue to run it! It has the best scenery and is fun! We run through the zoo, by … MORE
I have run this race 8 yrs in a row and will continue to run it! It has the best scenery and is fun! We run through the zoo, by the orangutans, giraffes, tigers, sloths and so much more! The hill are through beautiful Cameron Park and the Jacobs Ladder challenge is a must! For each challenge you accept you get more bling! To top it all of you get ALL your race photo’s for FREEEEEEE!!!!!
Definitely a must do!
After completing this race, I completely respect why there's not a published elevation map because it might scare people away. The course is mostly flat, sure there's a couple of … MORE
After completing this race, I completely respect why there’s not a published elevation map because it might scare people away. The course is mostly flat, sure there’s a couple of big hills which you reach the top at miles 14 and 15, but the real fun begins just after mile 20. This is not the course to try to beat your marathon PR, but definitely one I will be doing again
For hill lovers only
As a first timer for the HM, I knew what I was in for as far as hills and steep hills. If you love a challenge, try walking up Jacobs … MORE
As a first timer for the HM, I knew what I was in for as far as hills and steep hills. If you love a challenge, try walking up Jacobs Ladder at mile 10. So worth the extra bling! Overall a great race, great production, and we lucked out with the beautiful weather. Don’t go in with high expectations of a PR. Enjoy the scenery and the misery of hill after hill after hill. For a great cause, Be the Match, make a difference.
One of a kind
One of a kind challenging marathon, plenty of hills and other “fun” optional challenges such as the climb up Jacobs ladder after eating a jalapeño around mile 22. The “encouraging” … MORE
One of a kind challenging marathon, plenty of hills and other “fun” optional challenges such as the climb up Jacobs ladder after eating a jalapeño around mile 22. The “encouraging” signs as you enter the hills of Cameron park will either entertain, motivate or tick you off enough to push through them hills, overall it’s one you have to experience and tell or brag to all your friends about.
One of the best races!
I ran the 50k two years ago a ran the 10k this year. Wonderfully produced. Great cause. I became a MATCH for bone marrow donation thanks to them. Tough marathon … MORE
I ran the 50k two years ago a ran the 10k this year. Wonderfully produced. Great cause. I became a MATCH for bone marrow donation thanks to them. Tough marathon course and flat 10k. Very fun!
Good, tough race
I’ve run this marathon twice. Train by hitting hills late in your long runs. Hills start at about the half mark and don’t let up until about mile 24. It’s … MORE
I’ve run this marathon twice. Train by hitting hills late in your long runs. Hills start at about the half mark and don’t let up until about mile 24. It’s a good challenge.
This was my first half and the toughest
Be ready for hill hills and more hills but also be ready for the infomous jacobs ladder at mile 11.you think your legs hurt wait till your done with the … MORE
Be ready for hill hills and more hills but also be ready for the infomous jacobs ladder at mile 11.you think your legs hurt wait till your done with the ladder.but you get an additional medal with completing the ladder!
Challenging but doable course
This race is a logistical dream. Show up 30 minutes before race starts for hardly any lines in a hotel bathroom and a parking spot near the start/finish. It’s not … MORE
This race is a logistical dream. Show up 30 minutes before race starts for hardly any lines in a hotel bathroom and a parking spot near the start/finish. It’s not a big race but it’s so easy and stress-free.
The half course begins with close to 7 miles of flat roads near and around downtown Waco and Baylor University. Then about 3 miles of some pretty challenging hills. Like actual hills, not rolling inclines – HILLS. But what goes up, must come down. The final 3 miles are a huge downhill and flat to the finish.
I do this race every year.
Challenging and beautiful
I have run both the Half and Full marathon and I have to stress that you will need to prepare for the hills... It's definitely not a secret, they do … MORE
I have run both the Half and Full marathon and I have to stress that you will need to prepare for the hills… It’s definitely not a secret, they do give you fair warning. This race showcases the best views Waco has to offer and is well organized. Year after year they offer some of the best most unique medals and race swag! This is hands down one of the best races and all for a good cause too!
Best in Texas
One of my favorites races! Amazing support, volunteers, atmosphere! I run over 20 races a year.. this one by far it’s one of the best , most well organized race … MORE
One of my favorites races! Amazing support, volunteers, atmosphere! I run over 20 races a year.. this one by far it’s one of the best , most well organized race in Texas! 3 time running it and be there again in 2019!!
Great hills & production!
All aspects of race from start to finish are amazing. Not to mention, you challenge yourself more than you know. Definitely would recommend any runner to participate. There’s a race … MORE
All aspects of race from start to finish are amazing. Not to mention, you challenge yourself more than you know. Definitely would recommend any runner to participate. There’s a race for any age or level. And by all means, do the “Jacobs Ladder Challenge”.
Nice race
The cause is a great one and the challenges are cool. Will be doing this race again. Love the hand made finisher medals. Pacing was good...all in all it was … MORE
The cause is a great one and the challenges are cool. Will be doing this race again. Love the hand made finisher medals. Pacing was good…all in all it was a good race.
Must Love Hills!
The first half of the marathon course is along the river & through Baylor's campus, but starting at about the halfway point there is nothing but rolling hills & more … MORE
The first half of the marathon course is along the river & through Baylor’s campus, but starting at about the halfway point there is nothing but rolling hills & more rolling hills. I was under prepared & I knew it so my miles were slower than my previous 2 marathons & the hills (most of which I knew were coming) really slowed me down. Great challenging course, nice scenery, good swag & I would run again for sure.
A beautiful and challenging course
A beautiful scenic tour of the Baylor Campus, Cameron Park Zoo and up and down many hills. Jacob’s Ladder is an optional challenge around mile 11. Do it! It will … MORE
A beautiful scenic tour of the Baylor Campus, Cameron Park Zoo and up and down many hills. Jacob’s Ladder is an optional challenge around mile 11. Do it! It will leave you feeling empowered. The race is extremely organized!