Another great Hot Dash for me - a pace PR and finishing time of 1:31. There are some long hills on this course, but they are not terribly difficult. The course follows the Mississippi River just alongside downtown Minneapolis. At this time of year, expect it to be cool to cold. The last two years, there was a good breeze. Waiting for the race to start is the worst part. Plenty of port-a-potties, great gear check, tents for beer and a small hot meal at the finish. Nice medal, and a Storm Creek tech shirt. I like Storm Creek. Race is always so well organized. There was a fun cheering section where everyone was wearing oven mitts. For out of towners, the term "Hot Dash" is a play on words. Minnesotans call casseroles "Hot Dish." There was a free beer for finishers and a small portion of a generic hot dish served (green bean, corns, and ground beef I think). 10 miles is a really nice distance - long enough to feel like a challenge, but it won't wreck you or your day afterwards.