The crowds make this race amazing and unforgettable. As this was my slowest marathon, I expected the spectators to thin out but I'm was a 5+hr marathoner and for more than half the course the streets were still lined with people who cheer like crazy. It makes you feel racing for

The race took place on one of the windiest and coldest day of the year, however, there was plenty of spectators to get by. They were loud and positive. The course is relatively flat but I train in Atlanta ;) Great race and lots of post race restaurants to choose

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The Glen Rock 9/11 Tribute 5K Run is one of my favorite local holiday races. I ran this race today, on July 4th as I have done for the past 3 years. This is the 12th Annual running of 9/11 tribute run. Overall I thought it was