Dick Beardsley Half Marathon Official Website

The "Nitty Gritty" Details (User Opinions)

Rachel U.
Fargo, ND

  (07-28-2009)

"The first race I ever competed in was the Dick Beardsley 5k. It was cold, pouring rain, but obviously I was still hooked.

If you are running the 5k there will be plenty of spectators to cheer you on & play you music.

If you are running the 1/2 marathon know that while there will still be people cheering along the course it will be quiet compared to most 1/2 courses. It's a smaller town, with a smaller crowd, but with the views around the lake you shouldn't miss them. :)

The pavement along the course is smooth & the breezes off the lake are lovely. Ladies, if you think you might need a porta potty along the course, use the first one you find. I saw several men run off into the woods because they were unable to find one in time.

Other than that, such a great event. Nice tech-shirt & finisher medals. A farmers market complete with flowers and fresh baked carbs near the finish line. You can't go wrong.

If I weren't booked to shoot a wedding that day I would be there in a heart beat!"

Reviewed by a: Repeat Participant for 2008