I ran this race a few weeks ago. I've learned from past experience anytime a Fire Department is involved in a race there is usually something good about it. This year's race was a USATF-NJ Men's Championship race which brought in an extra 200+ seasoned runners.

I had registered online and

I thought the race was beautiful and extremely well run. There was tons of aid on the run course which helped a lot on the hot day. A choice of local wine or beer growlers made the awards worth aiming for!
Challenges include one rough mile or so on a bike path

"The Navesink Challenge is held on the Sunday following Thanksgiving each year. The race takes place in Bowden Park in Middletown, New Jersey. The Jersey Shore Running Club does an excellent job year in and out organizing this race. I've run both the 15K and 5K course over the past