The course was awesome, yet challenging with all the bridges and the small rolling hills on the roads. The crowds were cheering at every section of the course with the bridges being the only exception.

"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.

This is, and has been a nightmare. Monica of Evolution Fitness, the host of this race, has been nothing short of rude to me since jump. I have been harassed and spammed by the event organizer, Monica. Have been lied to and treated EXTREMELY poorly. The worst