No expo resulting in packet pick up at local KC Running Company Store. There I was given a VIP parking pass and VIP bracelet. Bracelet was similar material to a pace band, so tolerable to wear. Pass was put in dash of car and while others waited in a long line to park, I was waived on to the VIP area. Parking was AT THE START/FINISH line! It was great!

The VIP area allowed for a heated tent and luxury port'o john. It had running water WITHOUT a line. And remember even if there was a line, you are waiting in the warmth!

Race swag was a super soft and warm hoodie. I have had it on at least 4 days since getting it! lol

I hit a PB on the 10K by 3 minutes. The weather was cool but sunny! It was a lonely road without spectators and cheering. With a PR I guess that really didn’t bother me though did it. Half of the 10K course was trail and so the scenery paid off for the loneliness. Elevation was there, but manageable. Keep in mind part trail, so terrain is different.

Water stations, but their manning was not the best... had to wait for water at one:( At least I was only running the 10K, so not too big a deal.

Again? You bet w/ VIP!!!

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