I had a great time running in DC! I came to visit a friend for the weekend so, between our time and the race, I felt like I really got to enjoy the local DC scene and not just the big tourist traps. The first half of the course was pretty flat but, as other reviewers said, that hill at mile 6 just about killed me. I did not know it was coming and wish that race organizers had posted an elevation map prior to the race because I was not prepared. I'm not sure if I was delusional from the hill or if it didn't exist this year but I think I missed the infamous Blue Mile, which I was really looking forward to running through. The spectators along the course were the best I'd ever seen, lining portions of every street and many handing out snacks and drinks out of the kindness of their hearts. The energy of the spectators and runners was unbeatable. I used the metro to get around and I think this was the best strategy. I was a little disappointed by the expo and the VIP tent at the end (no massages, what???) which is strange for Rock 'n' Roll but I'll give them a little leniency for the fact that this was the first race back in DC post-COVID. Overall I highly recommend this race!