Quick Tidbits:
Same great expo
Same color shirts as full marathon, half marathon, and relay races
Finisher's medal, similar size to 5K
Same corral start as full, half, and relay
Plenty of downtown parking
Course includes crossing over the Mississippi River twice
Running through vacant commercial district in East. St. Louis was interesting
Water stop in East St. Louis either lacked adequate water or volunteer support
GREAT views of the St. Louis skyline from the bridges
Downhill finish for the 7k
Bananas, granola bars, chips, and water at the finish
Optional buffet at Laclede's Landing restaurant
FREE metro ride back to the start area