I've been trying to get into this race for a few years now. Finally did this year!

The only negative is the parking situation. Lynchburg is a small town with small town roads. Definitely plan on arriving earlier than usual. Race management does a great job communicating this and directing traffic, but there's no way around out. We came down the night before and got an AirBnB, and will definitely do that in the future.

The course is awesome. Really, really hilly, but that's part of the reason you do this race! Whiskey Hill is a great challenge. The whole town rallies around this race and comes out to volunteer and cheer.

The swag is the best! The medals, made out of old whiskey barrels, look and smell amazing. The jacket you got this year is one of my favorites now.

Put this one on your list for 2020, but make sure to set your alarm on registration day!