The Newport Half Marathon was my first half marathon. The course was flat with beautiful scenery of the Manhattan skyline. The start line and the first few miles were a tight squeeze with all the runners but I imagine that is what ever race is like. Unfortunately, the race occurred the

"This is the first year that the Dick Meighan family had let loose of the reins for this event and Upper Saddle River took it over. The transition was seamless although their participation numbers dropped from the previous years. This is a well organized festive event. Easy registration and

I love this race! I don't know of another one that goes through Rio Vista, and it's a beautiful route. Always organized - never any problems. Plenty of water, support, etc.
Champagne Brunch and food afterwards was great too.