I had an absolutely amazing time with my boy out in the Arizona wilderness! IF you are doing the Marathon just get your packet on race day because the expo / pick up the day before is a nightmare. Very few full Marathoners this year and plenty of time and very few people picking up on race day. I was dropped off so the point to point style race worked well for me. Indoor and porta potties at the start but get there early and get your business done because it will get hectic close to race time. 2024 Buckeye Marathon was an absolute blast and they know how to party. This is a race not to be missed with it’s easy rolling net downhill course and wonderful race support with more porta potties on course than a world major. 😮🤣 Free pics and a wonderful after party for the win. Put this one on your list feaux show. I've never done Mesa but this is a great small race find World Major Certified for points and easy to get an Age Group placing.