I actually did the Aloha Readiness Series races a few different years. These are very basic and done very cheaply ("bring your own toilet paper" cheap and yes, there is a story to go with that!) But their intention is to help you train for a longer race and

This course was awesome. Lots of fun turns and views. You run by a couple of lakes, there are a few challenging hills, and the last half mile is downhill. The food is excellent, and there's even a climbing tower that they open up so you can rock climb after your

This is a class-act with a well run race and terrific amenities. Pancakes, mimosas!