Mohawk-Hudson River Marathon Reviews

  Great Race!

By JRF about 2021

Review

This race is as advertised. It is generally flat or slightly downhill except for the changed first four mile route they needed to institute this year (2021) which had some pretty decent hills in miles 2 thru 4. I enjoyed running the paved bike paths that make up the majority of the course, although this limits spectators for long stretches which may bother some people who prefer crowds cheering the whole route. The best part of this race is how it is so professionally organized, with plenty of helpful volunteers encouraging runners through every portion of the day.

Race Tips

This race has pacers who carry visible signs throughout the race. I ran behind the 3:45 marathon pacer (8:45 mile pace) for a good portion of the race and when I struggled later in the race I was helped by the 3:55 pacer (8:58 mile pace) who I followed to the finish line. Both of these runners were running each mile exactly on pace. I understand all the other pacers for various times were excellent as well.

Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

Park your vehicle in the parking garage the race suggests. It was only $5.00 for all day parking and it was right across a bridge from the finish line park area, so I didn't have far to walk with stiffening up legs!

  Nice point to point race

By LL about 2017

Review

Nice point to point race on bike paths and roads. good race support. mostly flat or and with some decents. has pacers as well.

  

By lap about 2016

Review

Mostly trails, away from traffic. Tree lined. Good support stations throughout. Fast, only a couple of hills near the beginning.

Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

Limited hotel options in Albany.

  

By mc about 2016

Review

Fast course, nice views. Not a large race but ran with people the whole time.

Race Tips

Make sure to train on rolling terrain. While the race is net downhill there are ups and downs which can throw off your pacing.

  

By cnt about 2016

  

By Anonymous about 2016

Review

Small, well supported race. Everything about the logistics was easy - packet pick up, securing hotel, bus to start, minimal waiting time before start, accessibility of the finish line for family.

Race Tips

I ran with a pacer and it proved to be an excellent experience. I didn't have to think about anything, I just put one foot in front of the other.

Logistical Tips (Hotels, Restaurants, Parking, Discounts, etc.)

If you don't get a room at the race's hotel, all the downtown hotels are very close to everything.