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@tmartinsmith

Saint Simons Island, GA Raving since 2022 50 States hopeful/finisher Active 1 week, 2 days ago

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    Golden Isles Track Club

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Personal Bests (1)

Race Distance Location Date Result
Half Marathon Jacksonville, FL 2014 2:12:00

Future Races (8)

Race Distance Location Date Paid
Half Marathon New Philadelphia, OH Apr 7, 2024
Half Marathon Oklahoma City, OK Apr 28, 2024
Half Marathon Frederick, MD May 5, 2024
Half Marathon Erie, PA Jul 21, 2024
Half Marathon Hurley, WI Aug 9, 2024
Half Marathon Hudson, WI Aug 10, 2024
Half Marathon Hermosa, SD Sep 21, 2024
Half Marathon Tulsa, OK Nov 24, 2024

Past Races (27)

Race Distance Location Date Result My Raves My Performance
Half Marathon Fort Worth, TX Feb 25, 2024 2:48:02
Half Marathon Starkville, MS Jan 27, 2024 2:46:37
Half Marathon Ashford, WA Jul 15, 2023 2:55:25
Half Marathon Birmingham, AL Feb 12, 2023 2:41:46
Half Marathon Estes Park, CO Jul 30, 2022 2:51:00
Half Marathon Hurricane, UT Mar 5, 2022 2:52:26
Half Marathon Wilson, WY Jun 5, 2021 2:46:00
Half Marathon Sedona, AZ Feb 1, 2020 2:47:00
Half Marathon Cocoa, FL Nov 25, 2018 2:39:00
Half Marathon Savannah, GA Nov 5, 2017 2:24:00
Half Marathon Westport, MA Sep 16, 2017 2:39:00
Half Marathon Kiowa, MT Jun 24, 2017 2:42:00
Half Marathon Jacksonville, FL Dec 18, 2016 2:16:00
Half Marathon St. Augustine, FL Dec 4, 2016 2:31:00
Half Marathon Savannah, GA Nov 6, 2016 2:16:00
Half Marathon Oakhurst, CA Oct 8, 2016 2:25:00
Half Marathon Black Mountain, NC Jun 4, 2016 2:25:00
Half Marathon Jacksonville, FL Apr 3, 2016 2:34:00
Half Marathon Tybee Island, GA Feb 6, 2016 2:22:00
Half Marathon Jacksonville, FL Nov 26, 2015 2:19:00
Half Marathon Savannah, GA Nov 7, 2015 2:34:00
Half Marathon Hilton Head Island, SC 2015 2:23:00
Half Marathon Jacksonville, FL 2015 2:37:00
Half Marathon Las Vegas, NV Nov 16, 2014 2:42:00
Half Marathon Savannah, GA Nov 8, 2014 2:22:00
Half Marathon Jacksonville, FL 2014 2:12:00
Half Marathon Savannah, GA Nov 1, 2013 2:29:47

My Raves

It’s not the most scenic race. But it’s well done with good enthusiasm. Course markers were off by a quarter mile or so. Really enthusiastic volunteers. Good water stations. … MORE

It’s not the most scenic race. But it’s well done with good enthusiasm. Course markers were off by a quarter mile or so. Really enthusiastic volunteers. Good water stations.

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The Mount Rainier Half Marathon seems undersold in terms of course difficulty. There are a couple of tough climbs. But that’s not what makes the course difficult. Essentially miles 2-7 … MORE

The Mount Rainier Half Marathon seems undersold in terms of course difficulty. There are a couple of tough climbs. But that’s not what makes the course difficult.

Essentially miles 2-7 represent a difficult trail run with large rocks dispersed along the route. These are toe-biting, ankle turning rocks the width and height of medium-sized gnomes waiting to knock you off course. Saw a couple of experienced runners take a fall as the rock-lined trail narrowed in spots.

Following Mile 7, a hard-packed, tree-lined dirt logging road carries you downhill and through beautiful countryside. Miles 9-13 are on paved roads, with miles 10-12 through a beautiful tree-lined country road.

Kudos to Vacation Races as they consistently offer a well-organized event. This was my fifth VR event. Love the finisher medals!

It bears repeating that they undersold the difficulty of this course given the granite land mines along the route. My only other constructive criticism would be to offer more Race merchandise shirts in 100% cotton.

After five VR events, the quality of finisher shirts still seems cheap. They run a good show and it’s worth checking a VR race out, but order your shirt one or two sizes larger.

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This was the race finale. Sad, because it is a great race. Course is excellent. Love the Birmingham murals. Medal. Finishing Towel and after party all rock. MORE

This was the race finale. Sad, because it is a great race. Course is excellent. Love the Birmingham murals. Medal. Finishing Towel and after party all rock.

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Amazing race. How sweet the sound of the runners hooting and hollering, the cool weather then the cold weather. The snow flurries then the sleet. The rain. And thankfully the … MORE

Amazing race. How sweet the sound of the runners hooting and hollering, the cool weather then the cold weather. The snow flurries then the sleet. The rain. And thankfully the enthusiasm at the finish line.

Zion Half Marathon is one of the best Vacation Races has to offer in its menu of running adventures. It’s as perfect a setting as it gets.

Event was well organized. Best race medals! VR could really step up their game in terms of the materials used in finisher shirts. Snack box at the end of the race is decent with opportunities for improvement. Test out powdered donuts and see how that goes over with hungry runners. It’ll pair well with the chocolate milk at the finish line!

Good job, Vacation Races. Excelsior!

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Between Jackson Hole and GTNP and Yellowstone National Park, this is Vacation Races sweet spot. They are well-organized and offer the best finisher medals. The Half Marathon course is the … MORE

Between Jackson Hole and GTNP and Yellowstone National Park, this is Vacation Races sweet spot. They are well-organized and offer the best finisher medals. The Half Marathon course is the most beautiful with the National Park visible throughout the race. It’s relatively flat compared to other VR venues. Once you’re acclimated to the elevation, you’ll want to stretch out a PR on this course.

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Don't be afraid of the hills. Steady pace early on. You'll need the energy coming home. Do a Run-Walk or Walk-Run or whatever it takes to run this race. Well … MORE

Don’t be afraid of the hills. Steady pace early on. You’ll need the energy coming home. Do a Run-Walk or Walk-Run or whatever it takes to run this race. Well worth the challenge.

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Flat course, moderate rises. A well-run local race. Start/Finish at local brewery. The open course takes you out along the ocean for several miles, then through the streets and around … MORE

Flat course, moderate rises.
A well-run local race. Start/Finish at local brewery. The open course takes you out along the ocean for several miles, then through the streets and around the mostly rural landscape.
Super nice volunteers. Hopefully the organizers will re-engage and start this race again in the future. I have included the link below. Here is the link to the event: https://www.northeastracers.com/westport-half/

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N/A this race is no longer- it was fun but for some reason Savannah didn’t want it anymore gggggggggggggggggggghhhhhhddddddfffffcccccffffrtggbhjjjhfffhhuuhjjhfsrhb MORE

N/A this race is no longer- it was fun but for some reason Savannah didn’t want it anymore gggggggggggggggggggghhhhhhddddddfffffcccccffffrtggbhjjjhfffhhuuhjjhfsrhb

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