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Kathryn Lucht recommends this race
(2016)
"Great Support"
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The race was extremely well run with aid stations/water stops at every mile and bikers on the course handing out water bottles. The aid stations included bananas, pretzels and gels (again at every mile!). The course was OK for scenery. Some parts along the road with traffic were annoying but the race finished with the last mile or two running with a clear view of the ocean - so I cannot complain. The t-shirts we cotton and slightly undersize and the finisher medals were just OK. I would say if you are looking for a well run race with a good view off the ocean to kick off your morning this would be a good race. I would not do this race for the swag (small race/low entry fee).
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Kathryn Lucht recommends this race
(2016)
"Hand Made Medals"
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I ran this race as part of the back to back weekend with the MS Blue Half.
For me the best part of this race were the hand made finisher medals. I am EXTREMELY glad someone explained to that the race that the medals were all hand made by individuals at L'arche. Proceeds from the race go to this organization that supports adults with disabilities. If you participate in the back to back challenge you will also receive a plaque that include a bio of the individual who made it.
The course is extremely flat. I believe there are two slight incline. There are some very beautify trees that arch over the road - they were fun to run under and not something that I have here in Minnesota.
Overall a very fun small town race. My only criticism is that they did not open up the post race food tent till 2 hours after the race started. There were a number of runners who left without food and for those slower runners (like me) the line was too long because of the back-up. I heard the food was good, but I got cold and left.
Kathryn Lucht recommends this race
(2016)
"Hills Please!"
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I just want to say I LOVED this race! I ran it as part of the B2B weekend with the First Light Half in Mobile Alabama. This race is typically on most individuals top ten half list and for good reason.
The Expo/Packet Pickup: It was a pretty small expo - mainly MS Blue products and a handful of vendors.
Swag: 3/4 zip up, Blues CD, harmonic (my 3 year old LOVED this) and large medal
Race: Chilly start. Not the most scenic course, but it does take you thru the nicer parts of Jackson. For the first 6 miles I was wondering where are the hills? Don't worry, around mile 7 when you start to get tired, you will find them. I love hills (mainly the down hill part) so this course was a lot of fun and a great fitness test!!
Course Entertainment: There we a few blues musicians along the course. I would have like to see more...
Post Race: Plenty of snacks (Pizza, Cookies, Chocolate milk, Bananas, etc.)
Overall, this race was a lot of fun. If you are looking to race in multiple states I would HIGHLY recommend the back to back challenge. I have never run a marathon, but this race is on my short list.
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Kathryn Lucht recommends this race
(2015)
"Babe's best!"
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Expo: I did not expect much from a smaller race (half capped at 400), but there were several vendors and I even got a few trinkets from my kids - which is always a win! Plus there was a great wall for photo ops.
T-Shirt: Long sleeve technical t-shirt. High quality- Love the design.
Course: The course starts off on a path around the lake. It was perfect! The weather for the race was between 50 and 60 to start and leaves were changing. I could not ask for a more peaceful start of a run. You do run a few miles on the streets, which was not great, but overall I loved this course. There were not many spectators, but those that were there were extremely enthusiastic and the course itself was relatively flat (one or two minor hills).
Aid Stations: There were plenty of aid stations, water stops and even a stop with gels.
Distances: The race had a half, a 26K and marathon all finishing at the same spot- this made a slower running like me fell more included.
Overall, this is actually one of my favorite MN races and I would definitely recommend it for someone who enjoys nature, plus the medal is fun!
Kathryn Lucht recommends this race
(2015)
"Babe's best!"
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T-Shirts/SWAG
Aid Stations
Course Scenery
Expo Quality
Elevation Difficulty
Parking/Access
Race Management
Expo: I did not expect much from a smaller race (half capped at 400), but there were several vendors and I even got a few trinkets from my kids - which is always a win! Plus there was a great wall for photo ops.
T-Shirt: Long sleeve technical t-shirt. High quality- Love the design.
Course: The course starts off on a path around the lake. It was perfect! The weather for the race was between 50 and 60 to start and leaves were changing. I could not ask for a more peaceful start of a run. You do run a few miles on the streets, which was not great, but overall I loved this course. There were not many spectators, but those that were there were extremely enthusiastic and the course itself was relatively flat (one or two minor hills).
Aid Stations: There were plenty of aid stations, water stops and even a stop with gels.
Distances: The race had a half, a 26K and marathon all finishing at the same spot- this made a slower running like me fell more included.
Overall, this is actually one of my favorite MN races and I would definitely recommend it for someone who enjoys nature, plus the medal is fun!