5/5 Stars

This race was by far one of my all-time favorites. I'd heard others talk about what a great race it was, but I had it in my head I had to go out of state to be impressed. This course, your communication, and organization was bar to none. Seriously. I will recommend it to everyone.

It wasn't my best half, but it was my 2nd best. ;)

Perfect. The downhill was welcome, and I loved that you kept the last few miles straight. I hate running corners downtown. Straight and steady.

Honestly I didn't train much. I've run several half marathons and 5 fulls, so I kind of knew what I was up against. I do lift daily and work cardio in a few times a week, but I didn't follow a running training program this time. I was lucky. I knew I had to have will power over miles.

It's worth the price. Hands down. It may be one of the more expensive races in Utah, but it is well worth it. I still can't get over how well this race was organized. Everything about it. The signage, the volunteers EVERYWHERE, the aid stations, the food at the end, the pizza and soda at the end (WTH? :) ), the free photos and free photo upload, the endless line of tables for free massage at the end... just top notch.

Before - Waited in line for a bathroom. Heck, at least I got in! :) After - had a few bites of pizza once my tummy settled, enjoyed the cool wet cloth around my neck, and shopped! Loved the photo set-up at the end too with the signage!

PS I traveled from PG!

4/5 Stars

My race day was fabulous until mile 18 and the brutal out and back. I guess the hardest part was seeing the other runners walking on the back and it was a little depressing. Love the canyon and the last 3 miles of course!

It was my first marathon!

Beautiful and fun for 18, then brutal for 5, and then fabulous for the last 3.

I did more exhaustive training with my longest run being 16 miles to prevent injuries.

Train for the out and back after extensive downhill and have a blast!

4/5 Stars

Everything was very organized. Amazing volunteers!

Did not qualify for Boston.. But finished in under 2 hours which was faster than my goal!

I loved the course until the last 3 miles... If there is going to be flat, I would rather it be at the beginning instead of the end! Those last 3 miles were very hard!

I trained down big cottonwood. I liked that because I was able to recognize landmarks and know where I was in regard to finishing.

Practice downhill and practice waking up at that time you would of the actual race and run at the time the race starts as well.

4/5 Stars

Too much time at the start line with the shuttles. With it being cold, it would have been nice to have the long wait time mentioned during all the emails that were sent (which were greatly appreciated!)

I didn't PR, just missed it by 2 min but I stopped to take pics along the way. Without the pictures, I would have PR'd

Beautiful! Only suggestion would be to shorten the run into town and start further in the canyon. All the car fumes started to get to me

I don't really train. I run halfs every couple of months so I maintain my pace.

Wear warm layers in the morning due to the long wait time at the start

I drove the course the day before (which I normally don't do) but was able to stop and take pictures of the area. Stopped by the Great Salt Lake before heading to airport and that was somewhat of a disappointment. Didn't have much time in SLC to do much more

5/5 Stars

This was such an awesome race! Spectacularly beautiful. Perfect weather

No. I was running with my 10 year old son for his first half marathon. He did awesome! We were both happy with at 2:09

Beautiful and fast.

5/5 Stars

This was my first half marathon. It was a wonderful experience. Revel provided a very organized, safe, and celebratory event. Thank you!

Yes. I made my run goal time.

Course was lovely and safe. Well marked.

We ran down BCC about 6 times. Next time I would run the last 3 a few more times. I did 2 miles out once.

Be brave and do it - but train for it!

We got the time print out and photo. Love having that. Also loved the band. We live in SLC near Fort Union.

5/5 Stars

Yes. Set my PR by abou 90 second on the half.

I love the course. Pretty & fun with just enough challenge at the end

5/5 Stars

Amazing boston qual day and beat time needed by15 min. First time for boston so very emotional finish line cry. Mile 21 aid station was amazing. Massaging calves and rubbing Ben gay! Thanks!!!

Yes by 13 minutes

Perfect day made it easy. No wind and sun stayed low enough until canyon exit

I lost 16 lbs as I stopped eating most carbs and all liquor for 4.5 months. I was not fun to be around as all training and no liquor makes Brian a dull boy. Didn't miss a workout, never got sick and blew away a boston attempt in 2002 by 14 minutes

Stop all alcohol for 4 months. Easy way to get lean

Relaxed prior , cried with family after.

5/5 Stars

Absolutely beautiful! Everything went smoothly too! I really appreciate all the support offered along the course, and all the port a potties too. The best part of the race is definitely the scenery!! The race started exactly on time, so I commend REVEL for that!

Yep! 2 minutes faster from my previous PR. Not a big difference, but huge for me because I didn't train as hard for this one as my previous PR.

FAST! I scenery is beautiful and helps take your mind off the actual running. I'm not used to running on that steep of a grade, but I was able to manage it just fine. I didn't notice any difference with elevation.

I slacked on training this time around.. so I don't have any advice to give about training for this one.

Layers, layers, layers! It's really cold at the top and during the first 2 to 3 miles. I like to wear lots of layers and strip them off as I go along.

Nothing, unfortunately. I'm already from the area and didn't stick around the race afterward. One fun thing to do after the race is to go to Octoberfest and celebrate your success!

4/5 Stars

Great race! I'd like to see more food such as chocolate milk and fruit at the finish line. I ran the half and was able to get some but the rest of my family ran the full marathon and there wasn't much of anything left, especially chocolate milk. Try to spread it out more or buy more! Otherwise I love the canyon and the race! I'll do it every year!

Yes! Not sure by how much but I did!

Beautiful!

Sadly I didn't get as long of runs in but I did well today! My longest run was 5-6 miles before this half marathon.

Train!

Traveled from Pleasant Grove, stayed in midvale with my sister.