REVEL Big Cottonwood Presented by Albion

Patrick Hendrickson

2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon
Published: Sept. 13, 2015, 8:32 p.m.

Overall Rating

4/5 Stars
Describe your race day.

I heard people talk about how fast the course was, but I was more impressed with the beauty of the canyon.
Did you PR?

PR by 13 min and BQ by 1 min! (3.04.02)
How would you describe the course?

Remarkable scenery. The downhill is great, but some parts it is almost too much. Knowing that the last 2 miles were downhill was a huge confidence booster.
Tell us about your training.

I attempted a BQ 3 months earlier and missed it. I did some cross training this time and focused on race day nutrition - salt tabs, hydration, etc. That and the downhill really helped.
What advice would you give future runners?

Train for downhill.

There isn't much room at the start, once the lines to the potties begin, most of the sitting room is overcrowded.

Not many good spots for spectators due to the traffic re-routing. Supporters should plan on either the intersection with Wasatch Blvd or the last half mile.
What fun things did you do in the area before or after the race?

Lehi!