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

The swimming portion runs parallel to the beach and the waves are typically small so early in the morning.
The bike portion has a beautiful 11.1 mile course along the Lake Minnewaska and beautiful views and the run is 2.5 miles
out and back along the Lake and finishes by a soccer field.

I try to run this 5K every year. I consider it a good motivational race for the upcoming new year. A very popular race with local running clubs. Clifton Roadrunners, North Jersey Masters and the DeNovo Harriers were all there. Late 11:00 am start works well for New year's Eve party