The organizers described the course as "gentle, rolling hills", but it was a very difficult course. Worse than the hills, much of the course was on concrete. Distance running on concrete is very difficult. I hope the race can survive, but it isn't likely without a change to

"Fun run through Prospect Park. Nice scenery in the park with the fall colors -- lots of energy along the race. Rock 'n' Roll series is always fun with the bands along the course.

Looping the park is a bit boring, but the race was run well, and

As with all Rock n Roll races, the logistics of packet pickup, race start, aid stations, finish corrals are all taken care of and easy for first timers to figure out. Weather was clear and a perfect 45 degrees. Good crowds on course. Only Negative is you MUST pay