I ran this as my first marathon way back in 1998. I honestly don’t remember a ton of details. The first 8 miles or so are fast as is just about the entire course. It was run in early January and the conditions were perfect...low 50s at the 6 am start and in the 70s at the finish.

Aid stations were great. The scenery, though atypical, was great as well. The course winds through all the major Disney theme parks and takes in all the major sites in each from the ball at Epcot to Cinderella’s Castle.

Hard to remember a ton of details that far back but I loved the race and the management was top notch. The finishers medal was nice and the shirt was great...although it’s long gone now. It was made of cotton.

Great marathon that I’d recommend to friends. I’m sure it’s gotten better with time.