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3 Bridges Marathon Reviews
3 Bridges Marathon
5.0 Stars from
3 Runners
Great low-key race.
By BC about 2018
Review
I ran the race in 2016 and spectated for my wife in 2017 and 2018. As a runner, it's an extremely well-organized, well-supported race. The second out and back portion might be deceptive for inexperienced marathoners.
Race Tips
Aid stations have standard marathon fare and very willing and supportive volunteers. The course is mostly flat. There are a few bridges that function like decent hills and one slightly rolling section along the trail near the golf course. If you're looking to be distracted by the sights and scenery of the city, it's not on par with the Little Rock Marathon. But if you just want to run your race and take in a mix of nature and city and not be in a big city herd of runners, it's up your alley. The one frustrating thing about this race is having to literally pass the finish line after running the major out and back portion of the race only to have to slog through those last 7 miles on the quietest, loneliest portion of the course. Not a deal breaker for anyone that has a few races under their belt. Depending on the year/weather, you might be sharing the trail portion with a decent amount of road bikers. The trail is not closed to the public during the race.
Logistics are surprisingly complex for such a small race. There is no parking near the start/finish due to it being situated in a small park. Therefore, the race runs shuttles at regular intervals before the start and after the finish. However, the last trolley before the start runs at 6:15. If race day is cold, you'll have to shiver or share a warming tent for a long time. Particularly if you're the type that doesn't want to be on "the last trolley" and aim to get to the start even earlier. For family, it is very easy to follow your runner to practically every aid station throughout the race. The one exception would be the last out and back/loop. You can catch your runner coming into the first aid station on that portion. Then, if you want to ensure you are at the finish line, you need to go ahead and start the trek back to one of the two designated shuttle/trolley lots to get to the finish in time for your runner to cross.
5 /
5 Stars
By ddl about 2014
Review
Mostly all paved trail. Great scenery. Great atmosphere
Use the host hotels they are awesome. I used the la Quinta.
5 /
5 Stars
By TJS about 2014
Review
It is a very well run, organized marathon. It is simple and scenic. Basically you run 10 miles out and back and add a 10K loop at the end. This is a good course for spectators as well. My husband and kids were able to cheer for me at 4 different locations.
Race Tips
This course is relatively flat with the exception of the three bridges (and you will go up and down each bridge twice). In 2013 temp was in the low 40's overcast the entire time.
