This is one of my favorite races! It was my ninth year participating (I ran the marathon twice and since then, I've run the half), and I paced the 2:45 half group. The course is scenic and takes runners down the main street with shops in Rehoboth (Rehoboth Avenue), in residential areas, on the Rehoboth Beach boardwalk, up to Cape Henlopen State Park and back through town to the Junction & Breakwater Trail. The Junction & Breakwater trail is crushed stone, and there are some noticeable rocks. It was a little muddy in a few spots this year because of rain.

Swag included a Brooks long-sleeved shirt, a nice medal, free race photos, and I'm not sure if this is "swag" or not, but the post-race party is amazing. There is plenty of food, three Dogfish Head beers for each runner, and a DJ, with lots of dancing.

Parking is super easy and free. I stayed in a hotel this year, but I have driven up on race morning and it was easy to park when I arrived an hour before the race. There are several hotels within walking distance.

Race management is always great. There's a super active Facebook group, and runners get emails with necessary information. The race director is super accessible.

Aid stations I took a star off because there were an aid station or two where the volunteers seemed behind on filling water, but the wind could have had an impact on that. There are tons of aid stations and it did not impact my pacing at all.

Definitely check this race out!