Overall, this is a great value 10k/5k. Announced amount of runners was right around 1900 with about 450 doing the 10k and the rest doing the 5k. Packet pick up was made easier this year by having two days in a gym near public transit, the second packet pick up "Universal Sole" isn't the easiest running store to get to but it works.

The committee does a great job of setting up and planning the race site, having ample amount of bike racks and what looked like decent guides to parking. A good amount of race partners are on site handing out free stuff (Pepsico likes to give you as much gatorade and propel that you can carry at this race) and everything is close to the start & finish lines.

As for the actual race, it kind of just...started. I was standing about 50 people from the start line, there were no announcements that I could hear, just the start horn at 8:04. I'm always glad when races start on time so that was good.

There isn't much to say about the actual course. It's pretty boring as far as "lake front" races go. The first 2 1/2 miles are spent pretty much contained near Montrose Harbor and running around Cricket Hill. After that, it's just out and back. They do a good job of keeping the racers separated so the lake front trail does not get too crowded. On a warmer day I might complain about the aide stations (2-at mile 1.7 and mile 4.5) but really 2 stations should be all a 10k needs.

Lots of post race entertainment and the medals they give are a great touch for a 10k/5k. I'd absolutely recommend this race for an early summer race that doesn't interfere with marathon training.