Sivabalan Pandian completed his 957th marathon at the Sarmang Dehradun Marathon on October 5, 2025. This AIMS member event showcased a certified Boston Qualifier course in a scenic, hilly area. At 67, he enjoyed the run, supporting fellow participants, and aspires to reach 1000 marathons by 2026.
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Run Crazy Horse Marathon: Conquering South Dakota’s Scenic Black Hills
Brigitte Fasciotto shared her experience of the Crazy Horse Marathon in South Dakota on October 5, 2025, noting the beautiful scenery but challenging cold and windy conditions, along with a long uphill. She thanked Jane Rahe for support and celebrated finishing 1st in her age group, enjoying the perks of age.
Running Through the Night: Devil After Dark Marathon Recap
Eddie Hahn recounts his experience at the Devil After Dark marathon, detailing his training, race strategy, and challenges faced during the run. Despite physical setbacks, such as cramps and encountering a pothole, he triumphed, finishing first in his age group at 4:14, dedicating his win to family.
Sioux Falls Marathon: Running for Mom, Battling Travel Woes
Christopher Riff Browning shares pride in his mother, Bethany, for hiking the Camino de Santiago in Spain. He recounts his experience at the Sioux Falls Marathon, detailing canceled flights, a change of airlines, and delays before finally arriving home. He expresses gratitude to his wife for support during his travels.
Sioux Falls Half Marathon: Beauty, Hills, and a Lesson in Honesty
Michelle Migneault Cox(HF17353) – Yesterday I did the Sioux Falls Marathon(half) for the 2nd time and it was my 133rd half marathon!! When I did this race in Sep 2019 it was my 25th state and 37th total half…time goes when you’re having fun!The course has changed since then and I think it was better.Continue reading “Sioux Falls Half Marathon: Beauty, Hills, and a Lesson in Honesty”
Chasing Stars: Devesh Khatu’s Sydney Marathon Adventure
Devesh Khatu completed his second Sydney Marathon, marking his 157th overall, with a strong race experience unlike his first in 2015. The event grew from under 5,000 to over 30,000 participants, featuring a scenic yet challenging course, excellent crowd support, and strong organization. Despite missing his 4:30 goal, he achieved his best time since 2024.
Epic Week on the Run: Summer Camp Series to Rapid City Half
Eileen Duchane completed the Mainly Marathons Summer Camp Series, running the Maah Daah Hey Trail Run Half and the Rapid City Half. She enjoyed both courses, recommending trail running and hydration. The Rapid City course featured beautiful parks but was hot, highlighting the need for water early on. She met fellow fans at the finish.
Chasing Neon at the Tron Run Half Marathon
Robert Manon participated in the Tron Run Half Marathon in Canoga Park, organized by Jed and Ted’s Excellent Races. Despite being delayed by traffic, he enjoyed the race, which featured a fun themed course. This event marked his 644th half marathon, and he opted to skip another race in San Diego.
A Review of the San Francisco City Half
Amy Sea completed the San Francisco Half Marathon, opting for the city route due to a late start and desire for a relaxed pace. Despite high costs at around $200, she enjoyed the experience, noting scenic views, although some production issues occurred. She suggests other, less expensive races in California are equally worthwhile.
Missoula Marathon Memories: Running, Fishing, and Hiking in Montana’s Scenic Splendor
Christopher Riff Browning reminisces about the Diehl family while recalling his experiences in Missoula, Montana. He describes the picturesque Missoula marathon, the challenge of hiking the M trail, and his enjoyable fishing trip with a guide. Browning cherishes the memories made and expresses a desire to return to Montana.