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@rayalanchow

San Francisco, CA Raving since 2023 Active 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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Personal Bests (2)

Race Distance Location Date Result
Marathon Mesa, AZ Feb 10, 2024 2:56:08
Half Marathon Berkeley, CA Nov 19, 2023 1:27:57

Future Races (3)

Race Distance Location Date Paid
Marathon Fargo, ND Jun 1, 2024
Marathon Chicago, IL Oct 13, 2024
Marathon Las Vegas, NV Nov 3, 2024

Past Races (8)

Race Distance Location Date Result My Raves My Performance
Marathon Mesa, AZ Feb 10, 2024 2:56:08
Half Marathon Berkeley, CA Nov 19, 2023 1:27:57
Ocean View Challenge Monterey, CA Nov 12, 2023 1:28:26
Marathon Snoqualmie Pass, WA Sep 10, 2023 3:06:27
Marathon Duluth, MN Jun 17, 2023 3:13:45
Half Marathon San Francisco, CA Feb 5, 2023 1:28:30
Marathon Long Beach, CA Oct 9, 2022 3:15:15
Marathon San Francisco, CA Jul 24, 2022 3:39:02

My Raves

This race was extremely organized. The expo was easy to navigate to and I also liked that there was a coach who offered tips for the course. On race day, … MORE

This race was extremely organized. The expo was easy to navigate to and I also liked that there was a coach who offered tips for the course.

On race day, there were plenty of shuttles so I did not have to wait. We were also allowed to stay in the shuttle because it was raining.

Our race was delayed because it was raining. Good thing they offered heaters that we could stay under to keep warm. The course itself was a gradual downhill with plenty of aid stations. This course is fast and I was able to obtain my BQ on this course. I would recommend this race to anyone looking to run a fast and organized course.

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The race itself is a very fast one. I went into the race expecting to run sub 3 and BQ; however, I did not expect it to be so hot. … MORE

The race itself is a very fast one. I went into the race expecting to run sub 3 and BQ; however, I did not expect it to be so hot. I ended up cramping very badly and finished the race in pain. During the race there also weren’t enough volunteers helping out at the water stations. At a couple of the water stations, I had to wait in line for water.

The race is also shared with the public, so there would be hikers, dog walkers, and other runners sharing the course with me. I had to run around them several times. There also weren’t many spectators so it felt like I was running alone for most of the course.

I would run this race again but earlier in the year when it isn’t as hot.

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This race was amazing. There were more runners than I expected. My friend and I had to wait a while to board the shuttle. Also, the porta-potty line was extremely … MORE

This race was amazing. There were more runners than I expected. My friend and I had to wait a while to board the shuttle. Also, the porta-potty line was extremely long.

The race was very nice with many spectators and ran along Lake Superior. I didn’t train as much as I would’ve liked but I could still get my PR on that day.

Post-race, there were a lot of vendors and freebies as well.

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This is a relatively easy course that is flat with couple miles of downhills. The course is also stocked with a lot of water stations. It is a fast course … MORE

This is a relatively easy course that is flat with couple miles of downhills. The course is also stocked with a lot of water stations. It is a fast course for some one looking to PR their half marathon time.

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This was a flat course with a sizeable number of runners. I had fun running this course. My goal was just to come away with a PR which I did! … MORE

This was a flat course with a sizeable number of runners. I had fun running this course. My goal was just to come away with a PR which I did! I would recommend this marathon to anyone looking to run their first or another marathon.

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This is my second time running the SF Marathon as redemption for not doing well my first time. The first time I ran this race with no training and finished … MORE

This is my second time running the SF Marathon as redemption for not doing well my first time. The first time I ran this race with no training and finished in over 5 hours. Let’s say I was embarrassed and I wanted to redeem myself. This course is notorious for being very hilly. I trained and ran this race again with a PR of almost 2 hours. The course is very scenic.

DIFFICULTY
4
PRODUCTION
3
SCENERY
3
SWAG
3

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