I was sorry to read the other review of this race. I've run this in past years and will be there again, fates permitting, in 2017. Most of us were informed before the start of the truncated race. The RD let us know the night before that we would start later, due to the weather. It was only as we were lining up that a police chief from a town along the course route called the RD and vetoed the race going through his town. Thus the ultra and the full (which I was registered for) became half marathons. I think the RD was doing all he could to give us a race, and was up all night monitoring conditions. Obviously, one could decide to pull out and some did. I was glad to have a half to run and while the wind did make it challenging, it was doable. I've certainly run races under worse conditions. This is a good, solid marathon with an experienced RD and a pleasant course. The volunteers are always cheery and supportive. I appreciate the second part of the marathon being on a bike path. The bridges give you some elevation, but it's very manageable. Hope to see you there in 2017. Great post race food and plenty of space to relax in and reflect on your race accomplishments.