4/5 Stars

Woke up early, drove to bus pickup (lots of traffic getting there). Bus ride went well, starting area was packed , but I was able to get all my "prep" done. Start of race was good, really fast. Very scenic through the canyon. Each aid station was really well staffed, I called out for what I needed and they provided it right away. The out and back portion was challenging, but a good change in the race. The last three miles were not fun, I did not like running in between traffic in the center of the road and there were practically no people out cheering for that portion. Finish area was fantastic.

Yep, it was my third marathon and I PR'ed by 40 minutes with a time of 3:34:09. Did not BQ, but I hope to in one of my future marathons.

The canyon part was great, lots of downhill (but not too steep), the out and back part was challenging, and the last 3 miles were horrible, I did not like running in the middle of the road in between traffic (push it to the side of the road).

Training went well, longest run was 22 miles with some downhill runs. My advice for others is to fuel properly during training and race day.

Have fun and push yourself to do better. "The greatest danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low and achieving our mark" -Michelangelo

I live in Spanish fork, I just drove home and then went to a Bbq.

4/5 Stars

I love the canyon. Love starting up on Guardsman.

No

Love everything about the course except the out an back.

5/5 Stars

This race was amazing in so many ways. I felt like I was flying. It was my first half marathon, and I had several PR's including fastest mile, fastest 5k, fastest 10k, and longest distance! Great race support. Friendly to slower runners like myself. Awesome medal!! I loved the signs letting you know a photographer was coming up! I will be back next year!

I had my fastest mile by over a minute, my fastest 5k by over 3 minutes, and my fastest 10k by over 7 minutes. It was my first half marathon, so finishing the distance was a PR in and of itself.

Course was beautiful, breathtaking. I enjoyed the downhill nature of the course. The last 3 miles were tough, because the temp was hot, and the sun was out, and we were out of the canyon.

I did all of my training on a treadmill. I used the decline function, and I feel that served me well.

Make sure you train for downhill. Enjoy it! Bring the Mylar blanket and gloves given in your packet. You'll need them before the race.

I came in from Wisconsin. Didn't have time for sightseeing, though. Next year I hope to bring my husband and do a little sightseeing.

5/5 Stars

I hated the course. It was beautiful and scenic but the downhills did me in. I did not do enough downhills on pavement as my quads got a great workout. I will train better for my next race.

No, it was super slow.

Excellent, just too many downhills.

I need to improve my aspects of training.

Do pavment downhills. I did trail running downhills.

Ran in Wasatch state park and camped for eleven days there.

5/5 Stars

A perfect day for a run on a perfect course for my first half. Starting from the buses being there to pick us up to the finish line. Revel Big Cottonwood was very organized and prepared very well for the amount of runners involved. I do wish I had trained harder than I did so that I could get a better time, but my goal was to cross the finish line...and I did that. I loved running along side my cousin the entire way and also meeting a few new friends. This was an overall great, unforgettable experience. Thanks!!

This was my first half, so yes, my first PR, and SLOW at that with 3 stupid potty breaks and line waiting, but again, my goal was to cross the finish line still happy, and that I did!

Absolutely breathtaking and beautiful. A nice steady downhill that just keeps you coasting along! Loved the course!! Fall leaves changing, creeks running, mountainous pine smells. Perfect!!!

I'm ashamed about my training. I had decided to withdraw from the race 3 weeks prior to the date because of no training during the summer except an occasional bike ride. My husband and cousin kept me in, and I'm so glad I did. So yes, only 3 weeks of training, and no down hill training only level dirt trails. The furthest distance I trained was 6 miles of a mixed run/walk and 21 miles of bike riding. I should have trained more in advance to be better prepared, but it was still fine for me. I could have easily pushed myself harder for a better time, but I also enjoyed taking in the scenery and visiting with my cousin all along the way.

Take it all in, train with some downhill runs as well as the flats. The elevation was not a problem at all, so don't let that scare you off. Dress warm with clothes you won't miss leaving behind.

I would have liked to have taken in more of the local sites, but family commitments kept us from touring around. We traveled from central Utah and had our own children's ball games to attend, so we didn't get much extra playing in. The massages at the end of the race sure looked tempting. The volunteers were great and earned a big pat on the back for their efforts in making sure the runners were taken care of. Thank You!!!

5/5 Stars

Very beautiful scenery

Yes by 2 min

Beautiful fast and Downhill

3.5 miles 3x week

Don't run so fast in the beginning. Pace yourself. Practice some downhill running in advance

Staying in park city from denver! Went to a street festival today. Had never been to Utah before!

4/5 Stars

I thought the race was very good. Wish we could have heard the announcements at the start over an loud speaker. There were some who did not hear anything, while at the porta potties. Other than that, I thought it was well organized.

Yes, by 9:38 over last years Big Cottonwood half.

The course is beautiful, and my second favorite after the Ogden Marathon.

I trained a lot of hills, so this year I was less sore and able to PR.

Build up your quads. Run hills. I wore my pj bottoms while waiting for it to start. That kept me warm. The gloves and blanket are a nice touch given by BCW.

I live in Ogden, so just hung around with friends.

5/5 Stars

Awesome! The medal design was 1st rate!

No

Fantastic 1/2 marathon course...one of the fastest in Utah.

I run many races, so I didn't train for this race in particular.

Where something warm up the canyon.

Spent time with friends after the race in the runner area. Great refreshments!

4/5 Stars

Left very early to do early packet pick-up., Unfortunately the sprinklers turned on there and the volunteer was getting soaked.

Yes. Pr by 9 minutes

I loved all of it except for the out and back on Wasatch Blvd. The rolling hills were pretty tough and wiped me out

More downhills.

They said it was the warmest ever for the starting line. But the overall heat of the race wasn't bad.

nothing really. Traveled from Pleasant View for the race.

5/5 Stars