Reviews from Our St. Petersburg Race

“This was my first marathon ever. That being said, the people you have helping you put on this race were amazing. Everyone, from the volunteers at the aid stations to the people serving post-race food were just so kind and helpful. I really appreciated the extended time frame for the marathon – it helped remove a lot of stess being a back-of-the-pack runner. The views on parts of the run course were amazing as well seeing the sun come up over the water. Hearing the band play. The race, in my opinion, was put on seamlessly and ran without flaws. I couldn’t have asked for a better first marathon experience. Thank you. I look forward to when next year’s race goes on sale so I can plan another trip!
– Jeremy Dutton, #1237

“St. Pete is a city that has really been revitalized in the past 15 years. As such, this race does a great job of showcasing the city, as well as the award-winning Pinellas rail-to-trail which is where you run the majority of the 2nd half of the marathon. The race is very well organized, and the director and his wife work tirelessly to ensure every athlete has a great racing experience, regardless of the distance run. There are good hotels to stay at near the race start and finish line, and there is also ample parking. The weather this year was perfect, which really helps when you are running a marathon, and the after-party was also well above average, with hot pasta and free beer.”
– Carol Greening from Sarasota, Florida

“The race was well-organized, with a spacious start line and plenty of facilities. The course is beautiful, with a combination of coastal running and time on a mixed-use trail. The water stops were plentiful, and the post-race food and swag were good.”
-M. P. from District of Columbia 

“What an amazing race Chris and Rya! My first marathon and I couldn’t have asked for a better race-directing duo! I will definitely run this each and every year!! Kudos to a job well done!!”
– Allison Williams

“Very well-organized and executed race today, Chris RD Lauber and Rya Lauber! Easy to follow course, plenty of water stops, nice start/finish area, and a good place for post-race activities, including awards. Well done…Thanks!”
– Gary Saxton

“Great run and what a great course too. Love St Petersburg. #10K Another great race put together by Chris RD Lauber! Thanks, Chris you’re the best.”
-Rosa Duarte Cuda

“Awesome morning to run. Beautiful course and came first in my division. Thanks, Chris RD Lauber for a great inaugural race! Job well done!”
-Barbi Anderson-Bozich

Rob and I would like to give a big shout-out to Chris RD Lauber and Rya Lauber for the best 10k we have ever done. The course was so interesting and so much to see. Perfect course, perfect weather, and we loved it. So happy to be a part of the inaugural race. We will be back next year.”
-Peggy Lynch Dlugozima

“Thrilled to be a part of this inaugural race today! I did not want to miss out. Well done, Chris and Rya! Race logistics were spot on, and the course was absolutely beautiful (and VERY accurate). Personally, I had another first. Never in my 20+ years of racing have I missed a start time. This morning I showed up thinking the race started at 7 am (totally my fault) only to realize it started at 6:30 am. I arrived at the race very late 6:22 am, stood in line for one final restroom stop before picking up my race bib, and thought I would have plenty of time to hydrate and stretch before the race start. That is not the case!