This is one of the oldest races in Vermont and has great history and character. It is mostly on dirt roads and there is a gradual uphill toward the turn around making the last half feel easier than the first half. Don't expect a lot of hoopla, but it is pleasant

Short version: This is literally the most poorly managed race I've ever done. I was pretty annoyed with all the hassles last year, so was on the fence about doing it again. But even though it is only a month away, they don't seem to be doing any better

I have run this race 7 times and it never disappoints. You can't beat rounding the first corner and seeing the Pentagon expanse in front of you. Not only is this race in commemoration of the first responders of 9/11, the race is extremely well run and the post-race party is