I have ran many Chicago marathons, I love this race but I do believe they need to make next years medal a SPECIAL 40th and make it look as such!!!! One more things instead of bananas on miles 22 maybe you should move them maybe to mile 18.. I also just

Sweet home Chicago is my hometown marathon. The course is flat, fast, and a great opportunity to push your limits and show off the results of all those summer miles logged under the heat and humidity while your friends sought shelter and air conditioning.

This year's race had perfect weather and

Excellent scenery and well organized event. Tough trails at altitude - but worth the views. Ragnar Village is spread out on a soccer and baseball field so nice soft grass to pitch camp. A rec center at the village provides showers and a pool so it's far from roughing it.