"Overall - This was my first Ironman and I had an absolutely amazing experirence. The race course is great - particularly if you're a more timid swimmer and can handle hills on the bike. Crowd support and atomosphere are amazing. It's easy to fall in love with Lake Placid (but hard

Easy to get there, easy to manage. Great crowds but also plenty of quiet stretches. Great medals. Great array of food at the finish including coffee cups of chicken broth, much appreciated on a cold, windy day. I could come to Philly and do this race every year.

As always, Rock n Roll races are great races for first timers, friends and visitors to new cities. Well organized, safe, fun. Dallas was more windy then I expected so it was a good course with a some challenge.