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Lakefront Marathon Reviews
Lakefront Marathon
4.9 Stars from
8 Runners
First timer
By djsmith814 about 2018
Review
This was my first marathon and it was great. I know I have no frame of reference, however, I have run many other races, so I can say this was well organized, great course, and I would absolutely run it again.
Race Tips
Mostly flat with a few inclines. Lots of downhill to start and around mile 24 onward is mostly downhill.
5 /
5 Stars
Great BQ Marathon
By WWD about 2017
Review
Raced it twice both BQ. Well organized by Badgerland Striders. Gentle downhill at mile 24. Great organization for 37 years
Stay warm inside till racetime, Great free parking and transportation
5 /
5 Stars
Pretty and gentle
By CB about 2017
Review
Gentle grade, not too many turns. Well organized, great pace groups. Great small-city alternative to Chicago!
Race Tips
Can be windy the last few miles by the lake.
5 /
5 Stars
By Kimberly Farrell about 2017
Review
Pros: well organized, easy bus to the start, inside wait for the start, beautiful lake finish
Cons: some roads were had many potholes
4 /
5 Stars
By js about 2016
Review
Well-established (36 years), well-supported and organized, slightly downhill, near Lake Michigan (cooler temps)
5 /
5 Stars
By BC about 2016
5 /
5 Stars
By dj about 2015
Review
Not the fastest of courses but the north woods beauty makes up for it.
Race Tips
Be conservative for the first 1/2 of the marathon and build during the second half which is the fastest part of the course. Watch out for the 1/2 marathon walkers as they may not be watching out for you and you will catch up to them during your run.
