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Latest reviews by Samantha Andrews
Samantha Andrews recommends this race
(2020)
"Virtual Detroit Free Press Half Marathon"
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I was a bit bummed that I would not be able to run the Detroit Free Press International Half Marathon in person. Since I am ok with virtual races, I tried to make my route as "international' as possible. I ran through 2 cities and 2 counties all within a 13.1 mile radius. It was fun run and my second half marathon of the year.
The swag for the race was amazing. We received a tee shirt, pullover, medal, cooling towel, Mylar blanket, bib, and finish line. I hope to run this race in the near future so I mark Michigan for my 50 states racing journey.
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Samantha Andrews recommends this race
(2020)
"Virtual Batman 5k Race"
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I ran through my neighborhood along my favorite route for the 3.1 miles. The race was about 2 minutes of my progression run workout (the workout has a 30 min easy run before speeding up). I also ran with my medal so I could have a photo op before my super hero breakfast at my favorite spot, Chick Fil A.
The swag, which included a jacket and hat, arrived before I ran the race.
Samantha Andrews recommends this race
(2020)
"Fun Virtual Race"
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Disclaimer: I received an entry into the America's Run Virtual 5K to evaluate as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews!”
I ran on the Inaugural America's Run Virtual 5k (https://americaruns.com/virtual/) on Aug 13, 2020. I had a fun time running through my neighborhood for the run. I ended the virtual with a post part at Starbucks.
I ran the virtual run through my neighborhood. The swag for the race was nice. I received a medal, water bottle, shirt, bib, and hat.
Samantha Andrews recommends this race
(2020)
"Virtual Hospital Hill Race"
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The Hospital Hill Virtual 10K was a great race experience. I have heard great things about the physical race, but due to my work schedule I have not had an opportunity to run. I ran in my favorite neighborhood on a breezy May day. I logged my race results on the race website. I love the medal, tee shirt, and bib.
Samantha Andrews recommends this race
(2019)
"Rainy Mount Dora Half 2019"
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The half marathon was Christmas themed, complete with Santa Clause and a Snowman. This race was my first Christmas-like race.
Packet pick up
Packet pick was located at a small pavilion in downtown Mount Dora, about half a mile from the start. There was plenty of free parking on street and many cute shops in the area. Pick up was quick and easy. We received our bib and tee-shirts. A few vendors were selling running good. Bill Rodgers, former Boston and NYC marathon winner, was signing books and taking pictures with participants. Shannon C. and I were able to snap a picture with Bill.
Race Day
Nothing makes a race super fun more than rain. Yes, it rained throughout the entire 13.1 miles. Thankfully, it was mostly sprinkling, but it was still rain. I was at the tail end of my December bug, so I ran 30:30 intervals so I could breathe and walk at the end of the race. Mount Dora is like running in ATL, there are are plenty of rolling hills. I really liked running near all the bodies of water. The finish was beautifully decorated with Christmas relics. I ran a sub 3 and was very glad to finish. The medal was also really cute. The post race party had donut holes and fruit for the finishers.
Overall, I really enjoyed the race and may run it next year. My goal next year to improve my time. The race was a beautiful way to end my 2019 racing season.