I've done this race about 7 times and will continue to keep doing this race! This is saying something because I hate crowds. The race gets more participants than any other I've been to but they organize the waves spectacularly. Whenever you register, you get great info on where to go, when and how to get there. The only thing I rated low was parking/access....this is because even though they communicate it well, it still takes a lot of planning and organizing to get to the race. I've done this event with different friends, significant other and my Mom, all on different occasions, all starting at different times and have always had a great time. The swag is always great and you have a lot of options to choose from. After the race, you get a lunch box filled with all sorts of goodies and a beer! Need I say more? But I will. If you stay, there's a great Memorial Day celebration filled with paragliders jumping from planes as well a fun booths to visit and get some free stuff!! It's pretty awesome!