"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.

"Nice course - cool running through historic DC.

Post race very easy to find people thanks to the letters / numbers labeled afterwards - just pick one beforehand.

Would do again!"

The Chicago Marathon is one of the World Marathon Majors and the city is unlike most others. The energy literally pulses through runners as we pass the 1 million spectators along the course! It's a flat fast course and before you know it, you're approaching mile 26 and the roar of