If you're looking for a super-fun, energy-packed race, I cannot recommend this race enough. Hot Chocolate has an amazing expo - it's huge - it's fun - I mean, come on. They hand out marshmallows and chocolate at the expo - are you kidding me? The race is even better! Great music - a great energy with the crowd, great spectators and people to cheer you on ... it's just a win-win. The swag is known far and wide for being AAAAAAHMAZING. The medals are awesome. They're fun. The support team is responsive - race day is always easy to navigate between parking, etc. Plenty of porta-potties (very essential)... and great support at the aid stations, with a few goodies thrown in. I cannot recommend this race highly enough. Bring your friends and enjoy this top notch race!