This flat, fast, and fun race is held in the Northwest section of Calgary, close to the university, and is in support of the U of C cross country and track & field teams.

Signing up online is pretty easy and package/bib pick-up is done at a nearby Running Room (no expo).

This race is actually pretty easy to get to by transit and car. There is a C-Train stop very close to the start and there is parking available onsite because it's a track area as well as being next to McMahon Stadium.

Not a very big race, but definitely a good crowd at the start/finish line. Also, university track students are situated throughout the course for aid stations and cheer crews. This actually makes this smaller race quite fun. I had a good time high-fiving a few athletes as I cruised along the course.

The course is pretty flat and goes around the university and nearby suburbia. Not a lot to see, but I did enjoy the flat course for once. I actually PB'd this 10K race, so I was pretty happy!

Pros
- Central location, parking, nearby transit
- Good registration price
- Cheer crews
- Well-organized
- Not too early in the morning
- Finish line is on a track, good crowd around
- Flat course
- Smaller race - good or bad depending on how crowded you like your races
- Cool medal
- Stroller options for families - family friendly event
- Indoor washroom access

Cons
- Can't really recall anything too bad
- Calgary weather - plan plan plan for everything!