This was my third year running the Chicago Marathon and its still by far the event I look forward to the most each years.
As a resident of Chicago, I always feel like the event is just a giant tour of my city. As much as I hate running near the

The race takes place in a nice bay - fair visibility and some jellyfish, but obviously can't control the jellyfish. The bike is the flattest ride I've ever encountered. There is no shade, I mean NONE. Some wind on the course, but overall fairly decent. Well marked,

This is a race I will do every year, yes it is that good.
Flat & Fast. Good eats after the race. Best dri fit shirt I have gotten all year.
Very nice medal. Best medal I have

Course was marked very well.
Great awards ceremony even if I did not place.