I have participated in the half marathon distance of this race for the past two years and had a wonderful experience both times. For both of these races, I stayed in the official race hotel. The hotel is beautiful and less than a half mile walk to the start line. For those who are commuting, the parking is close and plentiful. Packet pick up was smooth and easy and is offered on race morning as well as at the expo.

I enjoyed partaking in the pasta dinner offered at the race hotel both years. Each year they bring in a variety of people to speak at the dinner. This year's speaker was Bart Yasso.

The start line of the race was easily accessible and well organized. The out and back course was well supported with traffic control and aid stations. Each aid station was presented by a different group volunteering their time and as such, each was like its own little party with music, signs, themes and plenty of encouragement. There were a few fairly large hills toward the middle of the course, but it was mostly flat at the beginning and end. The scenery of this race is absolutely gorgeous. It starts in the middle of town, but quickly tracks onto country roads with a view of the Wichita Mountains on the way back to the finish. It was a smaller race, so not terribly crowded. I felt like I could quickly find my own pace without doing a lot of bobbing and weaving.

The medals at the finish line were very nice and the post-race food and drink were immediately available.

I love everything about this race and will definitely be running in it again!