The crowds make this race amazing and unforgettable. As this was my slowest marathon, I expected the spectators to thin out but I'm was a 5+hr marathoner and for more than half the course the streets were still lined with people who cheer like crazy. It makes you feel racing for

This event takes adventure racing to a whole new level. With adaptive sports in mind for disabled athletes, revival of the warrior ethos for Veterans, and fundraising for charities, you couldn't ask for a more challenging and rewarding race. Everything is based around wilderness survival. It's a clean and well organized

Low key and fun event, moderate course possible P R, 1ST Mile uphil.2nd Mile fast downhill, 3rd mile is rolling with slight downhill finish.Pizza at finish.