This year was my first time running the Chicago marathon. It is a world class race. Amazing scenery and outstanding crowd support! I could not believe that there were supporters at every mile of the marathon! Need more toilets before the race and on the course. Also, getting out after

This course was awesome. Lots of fun turns and views. You run by a couple of lakes, there are a few challenging hills, and the last half mile is downhill. The food is excellent, and there's even a climbing tower that they open up so you can rock climb after your

1st Place Age Division, Nice Finisher Medal & 1st Place Medal!

Wide start (entire width of road) and course was not only marked very well with arrows at each turn, but there was also a Police Officer at every turn to make sure no runner/walker made a wrong turn.

Spot on timing. Not