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@rachelsaak
Clarksburg, MD Raving since 2024 Boston Marathon finisher, 50 States hopeful/finisher Active 1 month, 2 weeks agoAbout Me
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Personal Bests (3)
| Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result |
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| Rockin’ Rockwoods Trail Race | 53K | Wildwood, MO | Sep 26, 2020 | 8:47:04 |
| KATY Trail 50/50 | 50K | Marthasville, MO | Sep 5, 2020 | 4:59:56 |
| MO’ Cowbell Marathon | Marathon | St. Charles, MO | Oct 6, 2019 | 3:36:25 |
Future Races (2)
| Race | Distance | Location | Date | Paid |
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| Detroit Free Press Marathon | Marathon | Detroit, MI | Oct 20, 2024 | ✓ |
| Rehoboth Beach Seashore Marathon | Marathon | Rehoboth Beach, DE | Dec 7, 2024 | ✓ |
Past Races (35)
| Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result | My Raves | My Performance |
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| Sri Chinmoy 24-Hour, 12-Hour & Midnight Marathon | Marathon | Congers, NY | Jun 9, 2024 | 3:49:14 |
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| B&A Trail Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Severna Park, MD | Mar 24, 2024 | 3:50:39 |
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| Marine Corps Marathon | Marathon | Arlington, VA | Oct 29, 2023 | 4:18:18 |
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| Chasing the Unicorn Marathon | Marathon | Washington Crossing, PA | Aug 27, 2023 | 4:11:13 |
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| Boston Marathon | Marathon | Hopkinton, MA | Apr 17, 2023 | 3:47:52 | ||
| Last Chance BQ.2 Marathon Chicagoland | Marathon | Geneva, IL | Sep 10, 2022 | 3:45:04 | ||
| Boston Marathon | Marathon | Hopkinton, MA | Apr 18, 2022 | 3:39:24 | ||
| KATY Trail 50/50 | 50K | Marthasville, MO | Sep 4, 2021 | 5:03:57 | ||
| Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon) | Marathon | St. Louis, MO | Apr 11, 2021 | 3:49:14 | ||
| Rockin’ Rockwoods Trail Race | 53K | Wildwood, MO | Sep 26, 2020 | 8:47:04 |
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| KATY Trail 50/50 | 50K | Marthasville, MO | Sep 5, 2020 | 4:59:56 | ||
| Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon) | Marathon | St. Louis, MO | Mar 28, 2020 | 3:54:45 |
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| MO’ Cowbell Marathon | Marathon | St. Charles, MO | Oct 6, 2019 | 3:36:25 | ||
| Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon) | Marathon | St. Louis, MO | Apr 6, 2019 | 3:43:31 | ||
| MO’ Cowbell Marathon | Marathon | St. Charles, MO | Oct 7, 2018 | 3:53:03 | ||
| Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon) | Marathon | St. Louis, MO | Apr 8, 2018 | 4:06:26 | ||
| MO’ Cowbell Marathon | Marathon | St. Charles, MO | Oct 1, 2017 | 3:59:45 | ||
| Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon) | Marathon | St. Louis, MO | Apr 9, 2017 | 3:51:26 | ||
| MO’ Cowbell Marathon | Marathon | St. Charles, MO | Oct 2, 2016 | 3:54:55 | ||
| Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon) | Marathon | St. Louis, MO | Apr 10, 2016 | 4:00:33 | ||
| MO’ Cowbell Marathon | Marathon | St. Charles, MO | Oct 4, 2015 | 3:52:09 | ||
| Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend | Marathon | Champaign, IL | 2009 | 4:09:01 | ||
| Carlsbad Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Carlsbad, CA | Jan 20, 2008 | 4:17:08 |
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| Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon) | Marathon | St. Louis, MO | 2008 | 4:17:24 | ||
| Marrakech International Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Marrakech, Morocco | Jan 16, 2005 | 4:27:27 |
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| Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon) | Marathon | St. Louis, MO | 2004 | 3:55:31 | ||
| Bank of America Chicago Marathon | Marathon | Chicago, IL | Oct 13, 2002 | 4:02:27 |
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| Boston Marathon | Marathon | Hopkinton, MA | 2001 | 3:46:30 | ||
| Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon) | Marathon | St. Louis, MO | 2001 | 4:10:32 | ||
| Cellcom Green Bay Marathon | Marathon | Green Bay, WI | 2001 | 3:58:42 | ||
| Lake County Marathon | Marathon | Highland Park, IL | Apr 30, 2000 | 3:52:22 |
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| Boston Marathon | Marathon | Hopkinton, MA | 2000 | 3:43:36 | ||
| Bank of America Chicago Marathon | Marathon | Chicago, IL | 2000 | 3:41:21 | ||
| Bank of America Chicago Marathon | Marathon | Chicago, IL | 1999 | 3:39:56 | ||
| Bank of America Chicago Marathon | Marathon | Chicago, IL | Oct 11, 1998 | 3:45:41 |
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Sri Chinmoy 24-Hour, 12-Hour & Midnight Marathon
Peaceful run at night
Sri Chinmoy 24-Hour, 12-Hour & Midnight Marathon
This was the most peaceful marathon I have run so far. There weren’t very many runners, so lots of space. The race organizers made sure to count every lap (there … MORE
This was the most peaceful marathon I have run so far. There weren’t very many runners, so lots of space. The race organizers made sure to count every lap (there were 9 of them). The only thing to remember is bring a headlamp, it would have been difficult to see without one. I would definitely recommend this race!
B&A Trail Marathon & Half Marathon
Nice flat race
B&A Trail Marathon & Half Marathon
Highly recommend if you want a flat course with a smaller group of participants to run with. Having a warm place for shelter before and after the race was a … MORE
Highly recommend if you want a flat course with a smaller group of participants to run with. Having a warm place for shelter before and after the race was a plus!
Marine Corps Marathon
Scenic views of Washington, DC
Marine Corps Marathon
Very Scenic (it was nice running on the National mall) and there was a lot of energy from spectators, but… there were issues with numerous runners coming to a dead … MORE
Very Scenic (it was nice running on the National mall) and there was a lot of energy from spectators, but… there were issues with numerous runners coming to a dead stop in front of me to take pictures or hug family members in the middle of the course. To be fair the race organizers don’t have control over the weather, which was unusually hot for an October marathon, but the spectator/runner collision issue was a major reason why I rated this race with one shoe.
Chasing the Unicorn Marathon
Too hot
Chasing the Unicorn Marathon
Bring your own water if the weather forecast is hot. The race doesn’t provide enough water stops so you need to bring your own if the weather is hot. MORE
Bring your own water if the weather forecast is hot. The race doesn’t provide enough water stops so you need to bring your own if the weather is hot.
Rockin’ Rockwoods Trail Race
Very technical
Rockin’ Rockwoods Trail Race
Warning, If you aren’t used to running on technical trails you could get hurt! I did. I pulled a muscle(s) around my knee and couldn’t run for half the race … MORE
Warning, If you aren’t used to running on technical trails you could get hurt! I did. I pulled a muscle(s) around my knee and couldn’t run for half the race and 2 months after. I would suggest running/walking the trail before signing up or don’t signup. I gave this race 1 shoe in scenery because in trail races you can’t enjoy the scenery because you are busy looking down so you don’t trip! I’m still bitter about this race (years later) and wanted to share my input, since getting hurt isn’t fun. Note: I haven’t (and never will) run a technical trail race again so I can “hopefully” run marathons for many years to come.
Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon)
Virtual race due to COVID
Greater St. Louis Marathon (fka GO! St. Louis Marathon)
I did this virtual marathon on the track of Lafayette High School in Wildwood MO. The track had an excellent surface and is accessible to the public. Having access to … MORE
I did this virtual marathon on the track of Lafayette High School in Wildwood MO. The track had an excellent surface and is accessible to the public. Having access to this track and within close proximity to my residence was a plus.
Carlsbad Marathon & Half Marathon
Nice scenery
Carlsbad Marathon & Half Marathon
The race scenery was very nice. I would have enjoyed this race more if I had trained but this isn’t the marathon organizers fault. I would recommend this race. MORE
The race scenery was very nice. I would have enjoyed this race more if I had trained but this isn’t the marathon organizers fault. I would recommend this race.
Marrakech International Marathon & Half Marathon
Unique experience
Marrakech International Marathon & Half Marathon
I participated in the 2005 marathon but can’t find the official participant list online again? I know what my time was but they spelled my name wrong and indicated that … MORE
I participated in the 2005 marathon but can’t find the official participant list online again? I know what my time was but they spelled my name wrong and indicated that I was French in the race printout at the time (I am not French). I know this was 19 years ago but wanted to document all my marathons. It was a “unique” experience even if it was my worst time.
Bank of America Chicago Marathon 🏆
Too many people
Bank of America Chicago Marathon 🏆
This was my 4th Chicago marathon and I ran with 31,093 total runners compared to 17,251 total runners in 1998. The difference was very noticeable. In my opinion this is … MORE
This was my 4th Chicago marathon and I ran with 31,093 total runners compared to 17,251 total runners in 1998. The difference was very noticeable. In my opinion this is the easiest world marathon majors to qualify for and the cheapest if you are an American.
Lake County Marathon
This race no longer exists
Lake County Marathon
This race no longer exists but it was a nice run from what I remember. It was through nice suburban neighborhoods outside Chicago. It was a relatively small race and … MORE
This race no longer exists but it was a nice run from what I remember. It was through nice suburban neighborhoods outside Chicago. It was a relatively small race and didn’t have a lot of crowd support.
Bank of America Chicago Marathon 🏆
First marathon with 17,212 participants
Bank of America Chicago Marathon 🏆
I am writing this review 26 years later. This was my first marathon and wasn’t crowded (17,212 total runners). This is a classic race and was privileged to register without … MORE
I am writing this review 26 years later. This was my first marathon and wasn’t crowded (17,212 total runners). This is a classic race and was privileged to register without having to run a qualifying time. I also got 5th in my age group.