This race is perfect for marathon training season. If you train with CARA, you'll be able to register for free. If you trained alone all summer, this race is perfect for getting an exciting 20 miler in.

The course runs from Montrose Beach all the way to the end of the lake path. The race hosts a bus that will drive you back north afterward. There is not much public transportation down there, so I'd highly suggest signing up for the shuttle or asking someone to pick you up.

I would also suggest studying the lake path a bit before the race. It helped me a lot to break up the path into chunks... Just make it to belmont Harbor... just make it to the field museum... etc.

The best part about this race is you have to finish to get your shirts. Motivation! It is also un-timed, so make sure to bring a watch.