Grandfather Mountain Marathon 2011
Saturday, July 9th 2011 at 12:00 AM Boone, NC- Distances:
- Marathon
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Race Reports
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Grandfather Mountain Marathon
I was worried about this one going in, given its noted difficulty and troubles I had during my past two marathon efforts. So, I was pleased with my result. Of the 9 marathons I have completed, I felt the best after this one...so perhaps New River and the Bethel Boogie Marathons had hardened me up. In any case, I was enjoyed the company of fellow MTC'ers Mark Long and Jerry Lindstrand during the first 2/3 of the race and their pace and advise was very helpful and enabled me to finish as I did. Kudos to the givers of cold sponges on US 221. Wow they felt great. There was also a volunteer at the ramp off the Parkway who was giving away some food. The sliced oranges were a wonderful and unexpected treat. The rhododendron were beautiful and it was a very scenic run as expected. I've wanted to run this event since high school (I'm 49 years old). Now, I could say been there done that...but I want to also add...must do again. It was a great experience to finish on the track and take in the bagpipes and the spectacle that is the Highland Games.
by Steven J.
The sponge givers ROCKED my face off. What a great, great, great, great run and event.
If you want to do a nice, tough mountain marathon. Do this one. So much fun, and very beautiful.
11 months ago