← The Quicksilver Hampton Court Half Marathon
This was a very well organised event. The only thing I would point out is that my Apple watch recorded the distance as 21.56km, so a 460m too long. This meant that my recorded time of 2.02.24 was more than a half marathom, and I actually completed 21.1km in under 2 hours which would have been my first sub 2h, so I was a bit disappointed about that.
Hi Adam. many thanks for your very positive review. Re the course length, it is an officially measured course using a wheel and mechanical counter on the race line. I have also checked the overall distance and mile points using a garmin, and while it is normal to get some discrepancy using satnav systems, certainly nothing like 460m. I can't account for the reading on your Apple watch. I can only guess that it was a malfunction, or that you didn't stop it on the finish line or something of this nature. As it happens I can say that you are the only person to suggest there is a problem and I know from experience that if a course measurement is significantly out then lots or runners will comment. Anyway congratulations on your time and I am sure a sub 2 is there for the taking. If you want to chat you can reach me on 07736 853128, best regards, Peter, Race Director. - Quicksilver Running (KBC Special events ltd)