I had to drop down to the 10k due to an injury, but the 10k still had plenty of fun to go around!

The expo is located in downtown Phoenix, which is close to the full marathon start but nowhere near the other races start/finish in Tempe. It's a good size expo, not as overwhelming as some other RZR expos. The shirt is a decent tech shirt and you also get a few snack samples in your goodie bag.

Parking for this race can be a real challenge with over 20,000 people doing either 10k, half or full. I recommend taking the light rail there. Easy peasy.

The 10k has the same start time and location as the half. You still feel like you are part of all the excitement. There were plenty of cheer squads and bands along the way. Only one big hill a mile before the finish. Same finish line as all the other races.

At the finish there was live music, plenty of snacks, a beer tent(1 beer included with race entry), a fun Bigelow hot tea bar (it was a little chilly out) and a few other vendors.

It's definitely crowded, but across from the finish area is Mill Avenue with tons of bars and restaurants if you'd rather hang out there. To me the only real downside of the race is the price - as with all Rock n roll races. They have a great medal. The 10k might be my new favorite!