My first ever marathon was chicago 2011 and since then I have run full marathons and half marathons a total of 20 plus but I always go back to Chicago. The vibe is positive, the view is timeless and the people runners volunteers and spectators alike are warm, friendly and very

My first half marathon. Gorgeous New England woodland scenery. Not much of an expo or anything beforehand (at least, not in 2015) but fantastic Smuttynose beer afterwards. I might have had one or three while waiting for my wife to finish the marathon.

I would just like to say thank you to all of the organizers of the marathon and all of the volunteers. You were all great! The encouragement from the spectators who were even given designated cheer-stations - which I again credit to the events great organizers who made that happen. Those