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In short:
Excellent summer Sunday
evening race on the English Riviera
In full: The red arrows had drawn the
crowds which meant a slight delay to the race start, but they added
to the pre-race atmosphere. For a course that boasts 4 hills it is
surprisingly quick, with the 2 x 1 mile laps of deadpan flat
Paignton Green giving the chance of putting the pedal down. The last
mile is challenging after all that quick stuff. A timing clock at
the finish would be a bonus. The adjacent funfair gives other family
members a reason for coming to support you and there's no shortage
of pubs & eateries in Torquay. Free hot showers at the race HQ
complete the feeling of great value for money - heck it's only a
fiver!
Date of review: August 24, 2006
In short: This was my first ever race
which I ran with my daughter, really enjoyed it, the people there
were great and the marshalls were supportive all the way. Was well
worth travelling from Huddesfield to do! (I was on holiday)
Date of review: August 24, 2006
In short: Great race for all
In full: The views of the bays are
beautiful (if you dare lift your head up to enjoy them). This was my
first ever race, and prep for a half-marathon next month and I
(actually) enjoyed it. Lowpoints, the organisation at the start
could have been better and pre-race map was not very clear.
Highpoints, medals for all finishers and the cheery marshalls who
cheered me up the hills (there are a lot as it's basically a coastal
cliffside route).
Date of review: August 23, 2006
In short: Overall Good value,the finish
was a little challenging.
In full: Good evening out combined with
the holiday atmosphere. The 2 laps of Paignton green seemed a bit of
a drag again! As per the half marathon but also it was difficult to
move out of the way of the faster runners on the first lap and
negotiate slower runners on the second lap. A good turn out and
value for money. The last incline did seem steeper than it actually
was.
Date of review: August 21, 2006
In short: only scenic if you like
roads, pavements and traffic
Date of review: August 21, 2006
In short: Fast Course - plenty of
support, but start and finish arrangements could be improved (and a
clock!)
Date of review: August 21, 2006
In short: Best 10k I've run this year.
Inclines not as much of a challenge as you might exepct. quite a
fast race, in fact. Good crowd and lovely location.
Date of review: August 21, 2006
In short: A good run let down by
dubious timekeeping and a dangerous finish
Date of review: August 21, 2006
In short: Fantastic race for the minimal
entry fee!!
In full: First time i have entered
anything after a 13 month lay off due to injury and only 2 and a
half months preparation. Cant fault it for the price you pay.
Marshalls very friendly good support and this was a fantastic way to
welcome me back to running.
Date of review: August 21, 2006
In short: Really enjoyed this one . .
In full: . . seems quicker than you'd
expect given that there are some gradients. Friendly marshalls and
good support on most of the course. Plenty of parking if you get
there early enough, and warm showers afterwards too. Thanks to all
concerned.
Date of review: August 20, 2006
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