This was much first marathon and it was an awesome experience. The course and crowd support was top notch from beginning to end. Water and Gatorade were plentiful.
I do wish the finishers medals were a bit more elaborate for such an elite world class event. At the finish line, runners

I pre registered for this race but got hurt and couldn't run in it today. My friend Keith is the RD and went down to the event to check it out.
I did speak with 4 runners who completed the event and they said they enjoyed it and would return

Amazing views, good vibes, friendly folk, attention to details, greatest food selection I've ever seen at a race. Go run it, it's worth it.