5/5 Stars

Very smooth

Yes by 5 mins over revel rockies

Smooth road

Training just started 3 weeks ago
I wouldn't recommend that.

Do this fun, well operated race!

Visit friends and explore

5/5 Stars

Extremely well organized. A great memory.

It was my first event so it was 100% a PR

Smooth sailing

I run daily around 6.2 miles. I had been having knee issues leading up to the race so I had to take a couple days off or well more at a walking pace. It seemed to work great

Go get it. You are your only obstacle.

We camped in Big Bear.

4/5 Stars

Everything went well until the last quarter and the traffic became a little overwhelming. It is a little disappointing to finish my first full marathon and there was only the beer tent left, not even anyone taking finisher photos. I realize most everyone was done and had gone,but maybe there could be a way for full marathon runners to start significantly earlier than the half marathoners so that the majority of the average runners could finish closer together so everyone could enjoy the finish festivities.

Yes, only because it was my first, but unfortunately I couldn't get a photo of it

It was pretty fun until we got into town which I did not enjoy

I train with two trainers, one for strength and one for functional. I also attend about five group cardio classes a week. I don't specifically train for marathons but I train for Spartan Races.

Still trying to figure out everything myself.

It was a bit damp before and after everything was put away so not much fun. All I got after was a bottle of water and a banana, not even a cold towel. Very disappointing.

5/5 Stars

Amazing! I cannot stress how grateful I was that there were bathrooms every 2 miles. I stopped at each one. I have a LARGE kidney stone and a stent was put in 3 weeks ago after 2 visits to ER. Those bathrooms saved me!!! I’m having surgery Monday AM at 6:30. Everything was so organized. People were so friendly. The volunteers were awesome and encouraging. I will be running with Revel again. A class act!!! Bravo!

Yes, only because it was my first run. I’ll take it. I wasn’t trying to qualify for Boston.

I loved the course. Gentle downhill for 13.1. Again, thank you for the bathrooms every 2 miles. I would have had real issues if they hadn’t been there. I used each one along the way.

I paid for your online training. I appreciated the information however nobody every responded to my emails :( I’m a new runner (signed up for 13.1 and then started running). I hired a coach through FleetFeet and joined and half marathon and marathon running group. I stuck to the schedule from my trainer, I cross trained with TRX & yoga. I ran with my group twice a week and ran on my own during the week. I would highly recommend a running group. Plan everything for race day. Run with your hydration, your fuel, your clothes, everything. Don’t deviate on race day. Trust your training and have fun.

We came from NorCal. I got us an Airbnb in Highland. It was great. We were able to go back after the race, I showered, stretched, hydrated, and ate before we got into the car to drive home. Bring your snacks. Fruit, lots of water, and any other fuel. Run with your clothing before the race. Know how your carry it or shed it. Eat a good meal the night before. Know before hand what your body is comfortable with and keep it simple. Start to hydrate, hydrate, hydrate days before the race. No course tips, it was perfect.

We didn’t have time for extra fun. We came into town after 8 hrs driving, relaxed, had dinner, prepared my gear, slept and was up at 3 to get ready. Packed up immediately after the race and are driving home now. Came from Vacaville, CA.

5/5 Stars

I qualified for Boston and had so much fun! Weather was great and met some nice people that pushed me along the way :)

Yes!! By 32 minutes and I qualified for Boston!

Awesome!!! Scenery was great and loved the downhill. I wasn’t affected by the elevation.

I had a coach a ran 6 days a week with interval training.

Train hard and put in the miles.

I am staying at an Airbnb with friends :)

4/5 Stars

Very early for buses - adults don’t fit well on school buses. The start was confusing and anti clamatic. No national anthem or gun. The course was nice. I saw 3 people fall and I hope they are okay. Very little pacers on course. The finish line was the best part of the race. I loved all the signs and photographers. Nice to see so many restroom stations. Love the short sleeve shirt. Such a beautiful color. Love all the samples in bag.

Yes by 23 minutes. I have no idea about Boston

Very pretty scenery. Since we were on one lane there were some hazards. Some cars passing by were not passing safely.

I’ve been training for Ragnar trail. If I had planned sooner to do this run I would of done an all down hill 10 mile run. Train going down hill.

Be able to shed clothing because of the cold.

I live in Norco so I didn’t travel far. My first half in Big Bear. I probably would do it again.

5/5 Stars

It was easy to find the buses from the parking lot. The process of getting to the start was easy, and the bag drop was fast. I appreciated all the volunteers along the course helping runners with water and electrolytes. My pacing group started out too fast but I was able to hang back and pass them later in the race. The downhill was awesome, even with the slight incline towards the end.

Yes, by almost 5 minutes.

Scenic, fast, with enough room for runners to spread out.

I used this race as training for CIM, so I've been running consistently. Weekly track workouts were very helpful and would recommend to other runners. I would have incorporated downhill training but I don't think I was adversely affected by the downhill grade.

Dress a little colder at the start; you'll warm up and want to shed layers if you're overdressed. Carry your own GUs and have a plan on how often to take them. Bring Oofos or other comfortable shoes to wear after the race.

None, I went home right after the race. It was mission accomplished!

5/5 Stars

Race day was perfect! Everyone was so friendly and happy!

YES!! Beat my previous PR by 4 minutes.

Perfect! Don't change a thing.

I trained for the downhills on a decline treadmill. I would train harder to keep up speed towards the end where it flattens out.

Cold at the start but today was absolutely perfect weather wise.

Lots of close breweries and shopping.

4/5 Stars

Great. The only problem was the shuttle transportation to the start. I felt like it was somewhat disorganized and slow. It felt rushed once we got to the start despite getting to the shuttle early.

Yes.

The grade was tough, but not too much on my knees.

N/A

Great course for a PR.

Unfortunately, I had to run to the airport after the race.

5/5 Stars

It was a great venue, and great people.

Yes, 51 minutes. Didn't qualify for Boston.

Course was great and I will definitely run again. Scenery was amazing.

I would try to cross train more.

Keep moving

I live in the area so we didn't do anything.