Testimonials
 Great PR
course (2006)
Course: 5 Organization: 4 Fans: 3
J. M. from
Medina, OH (3/9/06)
11-50 previous marathons | 1 "Last Chance for Boston"
Marathon
I'm amused by runners (this race and all
other races) who are obsessed by food issues, before, during and
after a marathon. Here's a bulletin: you can live for several weeks
before starving to death. You don't need a constant supply of food
to keep you going. You don't need all that food - just run. And
don't use food as an excuse for performing poorly. I never heard of
any top runner complaining about the pre-race pasta party or the
brand of gel used.
Anyway, the race was as expected - a nice, flat, but cold run, ideal
for a PR. There is no scenery to speak of, just a shot at at good
time, which is all that concerns me. Boredom? It's 26 one-mile laps,
but you're not running by yourself; there are plenty of other
colorful runners around to keep you entertained. Wear an iPod and a
heart monitor.
 Another
great job by the staff of Premier Races (2005)
Course: 4 Organization: 5 Fans: 4
D. T. from Tarentum, Pa. (3/3/05)
11-50 previous marathons | 4-5 "Last Chance for
Boston" Marathons
I commented in detail last year on the LCFB
experience, so I'll be brief this time. Kudos to Jeff Glaze and all
the staff and volunteers who have helped to make this event another
success. The enthusiasm and encouragement offered each lap is truly
uplifting, especially when things aren't going as you had planned.
The weather was a non-issue, with 20's and flurries and breezy. All
in all, not unpleasant, even in shorts.
I didn't come close to my target time as a result of severe shin
pain. A more prudent runner would have bypassed this day to heal and
try again later, painfree, but that wasn't an option this time. I
wanted to keep the streak going here (4 for 4 @ LCFB), but more
importantly, I dedicated my efforts to the memory of a co-worker who
passed away in November. So those reasons kept me going mentally
when the shins were failing me physically.
I'll be back, no doubt about it, because the folks who put this
together really make you feel comfortable and appreciated, kinda
like a valued customer. And I again thank them, for their generous
efforts make it possible for us runners to put forth our best
efforts.
THE perfect
race to achieve your goal time! (2006)
Course: 4 Organization: 5 Fans: 4
Chris Demain from Rockville, MD (3/4/06)
4-5 previous marathons | 1 "Last Chance for Boston"
Marathon
It didn't have the crowds of Chicago or the
bands and cheerleaders of RNR San Diego or the magic of Boston - but
it was PERFECT as advertised: the Last Chance For Boston (both with
the fast course and when the race was held). Interestingly, the
Boston Marathon attained 20,000 registrants - the stated limit -
some 5 days after LCFB, so no subsequent marathon would necessarily
allow for qualifying this year.
I was injured last fall and unable to run Marine Corps but still
wanted to qualify for Boston again once I was healthy. LCFB offered
a flat course (okay, 4 feet of elevation change per mile) in cold
weather - a great combination for speed. The quarter miles were all
marked, which really facilitated pacing. In fact, 19 of my first 20
miles were all within 5 seconds of each other!
The crowds weren't large but seeing 200 people 26 times equates to
some 5,000 spectators - pretty darn good for a 100-person race. My
only beef about the crowds was that hardly anyone cheered me by name
- even though it was prominent on my shirt.
The predictability of each lap really helped me stay focused. For
example, as I hit the windy spot (last third or so), I always knew
it would subside within about three minutes. Also, there was never
any guessing when I'd next encounter the energetic volunteers
handing out water and Gatorade.
The host hotel couldn't have been more convenient since it was less
than a minute from the start/finish. I would heartily recommend Last
Chance For Boston to any runner seeking a specific goal time!
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