This race is crazy. For the relatively low number of 13.1 and 26.2 athletes (about 1,700 in 2018), they run this like it's a massive marathon. The start/finish area is spread over a few city blocks that are closed down. They have a stage put up for legit band setup. They also have a large kids zone with inflatables if you happen to have youngsters in your spectating group.

The course is flat, I can't really remember a single incline in the entire 26.2 miles. Check out my video review for some favorite scenes from the course, including a run on the airport tarmac!: https://youtu.be/Fr-WtIfUGEA

The weather can be hit or miss at this race since it takes place in mid-September. The first year I did this was really warm and sunny, this year was cool and overcast.

But what really makes this event crazy is that they give away a massive RAM 2500 Pickup truck at their post-race party. Anyone who finishes the half or full marathon is entered to win, but you have to be present to win. This is a really cool idea because it keeps people around at the post-race party into the mid-afternoon.