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Leading Ladies Marathon Reviews
Leading Ladies Marathon
5.0 Stars from
3 Runners
Worth the trip!
By Andrea from Florida about 2024
Review
I loved the course and support. Everyone in the race and all of the volunteers were very friendly. Even the people in Spearfish were awesome. The course was mostly downhill. I didn't love running on the open road, but traffic wasn't too bad. We were lucky with a beautiful day, although it was pretty warm by the end. It was still cooler than my summer training!
Race Tips
I drove my care to the City Park to catch the shuttle. I was glad I did because the one from the host hotel was full. The race organizers were able to pivot and send the less than full busses to get them.
The host hotel was very accommodating. I spearfish was close enough to Devil's Tower NP, Mt. Rushmore NP, Wind Cave NP and Custer SP where I got to see lots of bison! This was a great experience and absolutely worth the trip , especially if you're trying to do a marathon or half in each state.
5 /
5 Stars
By Wr about 2016
Review
Nice course. Needed more portapotties and volunteers at each water stop.
Race Tips
First mile and turnaround at around 11 are uphill, go easy on those
Race is still small enough that you can stay at any hotel and have someone drive you right to the start. The Lodge at Deadwood is hands down the best local place to stay. If you're coming to also enjoy the Black Hills- splurge for a local cabin- you won't be sorry!
