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“I have a new favorite small-town marathon…” |
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| e. d. from Chicago, IL |
11-50 previous marathons |
“This was my favorite marathon that I've run so far…” |
| J. W. from Aurora, IL |
6-10 previous marathons |
“This is my favorite marathon to date…” |
| JZ from Elburn, IL |
3 previous marathons |
“It was my 10th race in 3 years. It's tied for 1st…” |
| D. C. from Batavia, IL |
3 previous marathons |
Best … More comments about this |
“As well orchestrated as any event I have run…” |
| KW from Springfield, IL |
11-50 previous marathons |
“The race itself had everything for those who enjoy running…” |
| A. K. from Naperville, IL |
11-50 previous marathons |
“Most well-run marathon that I've been a part of…” |
| JM from Berwyn, IL |
6-10 previous marathons |
“The best at pre-race communication…” |
| DN from South Elgin, IL |
6-10 previous marathons |
“Everything from start to finish was superb…” |
| CM from Aurora, IL |
4-5 previous marathons |
“I can't say enough positive things about this marathon…” |
| N. F. from Geneva, IL |
2 previous marathons |
“Surpassed every expectation I imagined, and then some…” |
| ME from Orland Park, IL |
First Marathon |
Fast … More comments about this |
“I would definitely recommend this very flat, fast course …” |
| TR from Bloomington, IL |
6-10 previous marathons |
“Set a PR and had a great time!” |
| m. t. from wheaton, IL |
3 previous marathons |
“Ran the best 20 miles of my life!” |
| J. S. from Chicago |
6-10 previous marathons |
“I ran a PR by more than 3 minutes. …” |
| M. I. from Medina, OH |
4-5 previous marathons |
“Great race for a PR, which I did get …” |
| d. n. from Chicago |
11-50 previous marathons |
Beautiful Course … More comments about this |
“The course was great - so beautiful, shady and peaceful …” |
| M.S. from Naperville, IL |
6-10 previous marathons |
“As scenic as Bayshore Marathon in Traverse City…” |
| A. K. from Naperville, IL |
11-50 previous marathons |
“The course was scenic and almost totally flat …” |
| J. H. from Lexington, KY |
2 previous marathons |
“This course is so scenic and beautiful that you will forget you are in a metro-plex with 9 million other people. It is the antithesis of "The Chicago Marathon…" |
| DA from St. Charles, IL |
6-10 previous marathons |
“Very scenic course with great tree-cover to keep the race cool…" |
| M. I. from Medina, OH |
4-5 previous marathons |
“At times I had to remind myself that I was in a race because it seemed so serene and peaceful…" |
| B. G. from Aurora, IL |
6-10 previous marathons |
Great for your First Marathon … More comments about this |
“Best Possible Experience For First Time Marathoner…” |
| ME from Orland Park, IL |
First marathon |
“This was my first marathon and I already can't wait to run another after the wonderful experience I had…” |
| M. M. from Illinois |
First marathon |
“LOADS of race volunteers all along the route, helping, guiding, cheering…” |
| S. B. from Elgin, IL |
First marathon |
“Before the race, I liked the group runs right on the course…” |
| A. K. from Naperville, IL |
11-50 previous marathons |
“Can't Wait for Next Year …” |
| R. M. from LaGrange |
First marathon |
“Scenic marathon makes the miles fly by!” |
| E. D. from Chicago, IL |
First Marathon |
Personal Attention … More comments about this |
“Everyone was super friendly and supportive…” |
| KW from Springfield, IL |
11-50 previous marathons |
“Even picking up your packet was a great experience because they wanted to get to know each runner and were very encouraging…” |
| M. M. from Illinois |
First marathon |
“Although it took me four hours to get to the finish line, the reception there was worth the wait…” |
| BM from near St. Charles, IL |
1 previous marathon |
“I almost felt silly going through the aid stations with so much attention being paid just to me…” |
| DH from North Aurora, IL |
3 previous marathons |
“There is such a thing as a personal marathon…” |
| JK from Chicago |
11-50 previous marathons |
“I will never forget how special and welcome St. Charles made me feel…” |
| ME from Orland Park, IL |
First marathon |
The Convenience of a Small Race … More comments about this |
“Easy access to parking at the race site, … hotels close by…” |
| KW from Springfield, IL |
11-50 previous marathons |
“If you are looking for a no-hassle race, this is it…” |
| DA from St. Charles, IL |
6-10 previous marathons |
“Drive right up to the start/finish line…” |
| J. K. from Dekalb, IL |
11-50 previous marathons |
“An excellent alternative for those runners looking for races with smaller fields and a course that is flat…” |
| D. K. from Hinsdale, IL |
1 previous marathon |
“When the Chicago Marathon sold out before I could register, I reluctantly signed up for the Fox Valley Marathon as a consolation run. I am so, so, so, so, SO glad!” |
| E. D. from Chicago, IL |
First Marathon |
“Considering the crowds and hassle connected with the large, big-city marathons these days, it is a great relief to have a well organized, beautiful, fast marathon without the hassle. …When is the last time you parked your car less than a block from the start?…” |
| RH from Excelsior, MN |
50+ previous marathons |
The Amenities of a Big Race … More comments about this |
“All the perks you are looking for…” |
| BH Schaumburg, IL |
11-50 previous marathons |
“I have never seen so many hydration stations with plenty of water/Gatorade, Accelerade and oranges…” |
| BK from Algonquin, IL |
2 previous marathons |
“Merchandise selection, including training gear was great … The soda pop selection at the finish was awesome! You don't often see that after a marathon …” |
| A. N. from Chicago, IL |
11-50 previous marathons |
“Thank you for placing aid stations at EVERY mile. Thank you for having great pace leaders!” |
| DR from Geneva, IL |
4-5 previous marathons |
“The volunteers were terrific and the aid stations fully stocked (with oranges at one of the stations - YUM!).…” |
| J. B. from Naperville, IL |
3 previous marathons |
Very Spectator Friendly … More comments about this |
“Friends and family … had such a fun experience following the race and found it super easy to follow my running…” |
| M. B. from Woodstock, IL |
1 previous marathon |
“Best experience as a spectator…” |
| e. d. from Chicago, IL |
11-50 previous marathons |
“The viewing areas/opportunities for spectators were very nice and easy to find (the race website featured a very well laid out spectator guide)…” |
| R. D. from Chicago |
6-10 previous marathons |
“An easy course from which spectators can watch their runners at multiple locations…” |
| S. G. from St. Charles, IL |
2 previous marathons |
Incredible Volunteers… More comments about this |
“Best Volunteers Ever!” |
| M. S. from Naperville, IL |
6-10 previous marathons |
“LOADS of race volunteers all along the route, helping, guiding, cheering…” |
| S. B. from Elgin, IL |
First marathon |
“Enthusiasm of the volunteers 4+ hours in was just great…” |
| DH from North Aurora, IL |
3 previous marathons |
“The volunteers were fantastic, friendly and helpful…” |
| JW from Somonauk, IL |
4-5 previous marathons |
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