This was an inaugural race so of course there were some small hiccups but overall, it was well organized and the volunteers were great.

One of the big selling points was the jacket (instead of a T-shirt) and it was very disappointing. The jacket was poor quality with an iron-on transfer which started coming off after 1 wash.

The race expo was also pretty small and disappointing.

But the race itself was good. Even though it was downtown, parking wasn't an issue. (I arrived super late (see why here (https://gratefultriathlete.com/2015/11/22/usa-half-marathon/) and I still found a spot) There were plenty of port-a-pots and water at the start.

The course was mostly rolling with one long hill (about a mile long) leading up to the flat, fast finish. Plenty of aid stations and caring, helpful volunteers made for a good morning.

This race is trying to be the Boston of Half Marathons but not sure how that is going to go. The current qualifying times were not that hard to meet which turned some people off. I think if it goes well, the times will get tighter. Time will tell.