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  • Jackie Mcdonald

    2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon
    Published: Sept. 13, 2015, 8:42 a.m.
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    1. Overall Rating

      5/5 Stars

    2. Describe your race day.

      This race was very organized. Had great volunteers. Drink/aid stations were perfect. The course was beautiful. My favorite was the cold wet towel at the end (so needed!) and the diet coke! The swag in the bags was great too. Loved the gloves and blanket.

    3. Did you PR?

      User a PR in the half marathon by a full 8 minutes!

    4. How would you describe the course?

      Loved the course. Some of those down hills were tough but I loved having the descent at the end of race as well when I was tired.

    5. Tell us about your training.

      I didn't do much training for this race- signed up last minute. But I run or walk most days.

    6. What advice would you give future runners?

      Dress warm for the start. Practice on some down hills!

    7. What fun things did you do in the area before or after the race?

      I live here in Salt Lake City so no travel for me.

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  • Travis Wilson

    2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon
    Published: Sept. 13, 2015, 8:30 a.m.
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    1. Overall Rating

      4/5 Stars

    2. Describe your race day.

      It was a great day! Everything seemed really organized and well put together. Parking was easy, bus lines moved quickly, starting line was a little tight. Race was fast and beautiful. Finish was also well organized.

      My only complaint was they ran out of chocolate milk before I finished (and I was one of the first 100). I was counting on that so I didn't bring my own and there was no other recovery drinks (powerade, warm soda and water were the only options).

      The medical personnel were great, the live music was fun and the location was perfect!

    3. Did you PR?

      I got my PR by about 11 minutes. I also qualified for Boston.

    4. How would you describe the course?

      Beautiful winding course through Big Cottonwood canyon. A little steep in some areas, but a nice downward grade. The out and back part of the race was really tough and quite demoralizing. I really had to a gut check to maintain PR pace through that. I'd like to see if there's a way to change that for next year.

    5. Tell us about your training.

      I ran down a few of the canyons in Utah, including Big Cottonwood for my training. You've got to train on downhill to be ready for downhill.

    6. What advice would you give future runners?

      My only mistake was the type of socks I wore. I blistered really badly (to the point of bleeding and having to stop at the medical tent). I wore a warm jacket up until the race started and then ditched it right when the race started. It was probably warmer than usual so that may not work for everyone.

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  • Kathryn Haller

    2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon
    Published: Sept. 13, 2015, 8:08 a.m.
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    1. Overall Rating

      5/5 Stars

    2. Describe your race day.

      This was was great! It was my second marathon. My first was two years ago where I was thankful to make it to the finish line in 5:30. I said I'd never run another marathon. I finished in 3:49 yesterday! I couldn't believe this course helped me cut 101 minutes off my PR! The course was beautiful and the volunteeres were great. I'm glad there were aid stations every 2 miles, definitely helped me keep hydrated at a higher altitude. The pacers were great! I ran either the 4 hour and 3:55 groups and they were so motivating. I was starting to hit a wall during miles 22-23 and the 3:55 pacers were so motivating :) they encouraged me to keep going and make it to the finish line ahead of them.

    3. Did you PR?

      Yes! Dropped 101 minutes off my race! Didn't qualify for Boston, but I'm planning to come back next year and give it a shot!

    4. How would you describe the course?

      18 miles in the canyon with georgeous views! I've run a half in the Rocky and Teton Mountains, but this race was definitely one of the prettiest courses I've run.

    5. Tell us about your training.

      I only averaged 33 miles per week during my 15 week training plan. During long runs (18-22) I just focused on getting through the miles and didn't worry about going quickly. I also did some cross training - road cycling and hiking. I think the cross training and low mileage helped me to stay unhurt during my training.

    6. What advice would you give future runners?

      Bring a coat! I lucked out since it was warm this year, but next year I'll definitely back my puffy to wear before the race.

    7. What fun things did you do in the area before or after the race?

      I drove down mirror lake scenic bi way Friday and it was so pretty! Great way to see the beautiful scenery in Utah without tiring out my legs before race day.

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  • Lynn Kershisnik

    2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon
    Published: Sept. 13, 2015, 8:03 a.m.
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    1. Overall Rating

      4/5 Stars

    2. Describe your race day.

      it went well. This was a super organized race!!! Great weather. pretty course ,nice medal

    3. Did you PR?

      no

    4. How would you describe the course?

      It was good...until the out and back at mile18. It was not a good part of the race at all. If the part of the douse was eliminated it would be great..Everyone I talked to felt the same

    5. Tell us about your training.

      trained downhill and did a marathon training schedule

    6. What advice would you give future runners?

      train on the downhills

    7. What fun things did you do in the area before or after the race?

      not too much...just expo and dinner

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    1. Lynn Kershisnik
      Sept. 13, 2015, 8:05 a.m.

      nice race......but, i can't walk today ha ha!!!!

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  • Heirani Blackwood

    2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon
    Published: Sept. 13, 2015, 7:57 a.m.
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    1. Overall Rating

      4/5 Stars

    2. Describe your race day.

      Gorgeous view of the canyon. Would redo it just for that.

    3. Did you PR?

      It was my first full marathon

    4. How would you describe the course?

      Elevation was good until we hit mile 20 with the turn around on Wasatch Blvd. The finish downhill to the finish line was awesome. Although the car traffic with car exhaust was a little harder to deal with

    5. Tell us about your training.

      I should have trained downhill and uphill more

    6. What advice would you give future runners?

      Enjoy the canyon. No music needed in there.

    7. What fun things did you do in the area before or after the race?

      Local. The finish line was awesome

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    1. Heirani Blackwood
      Sept. 13, 2015, 7:58 a.m.

      A great first experience!

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  • Hiromi Hara

    2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon
    Published: Sept. 13, 2015, 7:37 a.m.
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    1. Overall Rating

      3/5 Stars

    2. Describe your race day.

      Enjoyed view from Stars in the sky , Rocks, Canyon, Water falls.
      I started with PL. But right after started, it was hard to follow them because it was too fast to start.
      My body wasn't warmed up yet since waiting for long as cold.
      I was very appreciated the extra blanket was given at waiting area. But I'm usually slow starter for 1 st 3 miles until my body/legal are warmed up. It was too fast begin with. I could finish 1 minuets later than the pace at the end without PL though.

    3. Did you PR?


      It wasn't my PR but I'm qualified for Boston.

    4. How would you describe the course?

      It was hard & steep more than I expected.
      From 19 to 24 miles were hardest.
      Legs were dead already at that time and couldn't see the turning point.

    5. Tell us about your training.

      I did hill training as 5 x 1 mile downhill once a week on Sunday.
      LSD 20. 22 miles in July & August
      Every Saturday, tempo & build up training.
      Every Tsusday, interval training @ gym
      Weight training

    6. What advice would you give future runners?

      Prepare for warm clothes @ starting area.
      Need super downhill training.
      Check well the access from airport to expo, expo to hotel before coming.

    7. What fun things did you do in the area before or after the race?

      Thank you for all volunteers, they were so nice, friendly. Water station were located just right.
      Blancket & gloves given, these are not happened other races. It so much helped even though I was prepared for those. At the finishing line, cold towels were heaven. Chairs were also big help to heal down muscles. I left the finishing area soon after I finished to hotel. I'm coming from Los Angeles, CA

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  • Brooke Phillips

    2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon
    Published: Sept. 13, 2015, 3:16 a.m.
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    1. Overall Rating

      5/5 Stars

    2. Describe your race day.

      If you love downhill this is your race! The scenery was beautiful! The volunteers were so nice! I don't think I could've picked a better first marathon!

    3. How would you describe the course?

      Beautiful scenery loved the rocks and how cool the canyon was, I love downhill! This race was most definitely not lacking in that area! It was an amazing sunrise from the top! Five star race!

    4. Tell us about your training.

      I didn't really train but the best advice I can give is when your running make sure you keep your posture and don't try to slow down on the hills just let gravity take you or you'll have some sore knees and shin's

    5. What advice would you give future runners?

      Find a good pair of shoes that hug your feet well so you don't jam your toes! And make sure your socks aren't tight around your ankles

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  • Miki Eberhardt

    2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon
    Published: Sept. 13, 2015, 12:18 a.m.
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    1. Overall Rating

      5/5 Stars

    2. Describe your race day.

      It was like all the running gods blessed this day. The weather was perfect. The course was gorgeous. The canyon was fast. Best half marathon ever! And to the nice police officer giving every one high fives at mile 12...bless you. It was just the pick-me-up I needed to finish strong.

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  • Thessaly Nicolaysen

    2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon
    Published: Sept. 12, 2015, 11:58 p.m.
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    1. Overall Rating

      5/5 Stars

    2. Describe your race day.

      Despite a pulled hamstring around mile 16, this was literally the BEST race I've ever competed in! (And no, I didn't pr, but I was on track to until my silly leg failed me) the change in start location for the marathon was much appreciated and very well planned! Thank you for an event that I wi continue to annually participate in!

    3. Did you PR?

      Nope but close!! I was definitely on track for a pr, but as previously
      Mentioned pulled a hamstring in mile 16.. However, even with thAt mishap, I still qualified for Boston!

    4. How would you describe the course?

      Such a great course! It was great starting on a downhill, and the out and back being shortened was a great call!

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  • Krisse Prestwich

    2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon
    Published: Sept. 12, 2015, 11:23 p.m.
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    1. Overall Rating

      5/5 Stars

    2. Describe your race day.

      It was great! Fast

    3. Did you PR?

      First time - So yes!!

    4. How would you describe the course?

      Beautiful!

    5. Tell us about your training.

      Stuck to my pace- trained for down hill running.

    6. What advice would you give future runners?

      Practice training down hill.

    7. What fun things did you do in the area before or after the race?

      Met new people!

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    1. Krisse Prestwich
      Sept. 12, 2015, 11:24 p.m.

      I have wanted to do this race for several years! It exceeded my expectations! Thank You!

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