Full disclosure -- I was able to run this as part of Team TCS, so race-day logistics were greatly simplified for me. Bag check, getting to the start, and leaving the finish area were all expedited. Expo was surprisingly small. I expected more vendors and some race booths. The flight attendant-themed greeting was fun though and everything was well-organized.

The course was amazing. Running a lap through Central Park was fun, but a bit crowded. The hills were a bit challenging, but added some nice variety. Things spread out some once we hit 7th Avenue and running through Times Square was a real treat. I enjoyed watching the Freedom Tower get closer and closer as we went down the West Highway and I thought going through the tunnel was a nice treat too. Well worth running if you get a chance.