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

"I've run the River Edge 5K Run for the past 3 years. There's something about this race that keeps me coming back. Bobbie the Race Director does an excellent job year after year. Below are my comments about the River Edge 5K Run.

Pros:
Nice course
Very well orgainized
Easy registration

"Ran this in 2013 and 2014. Last year, I followed it with the NYCM the following week.

Fairly standard NYRR race -- typical packet pick-up/ race start/ corral set-up/ run through Central Park.

The difference is the vibe. Given the ""kick-off"" to marathon week, all of the runners are pretty excited.