I've done a few of these in different places (did the inaugural Japan Warrior Dash), but this was the most fun!
The obstacles were by the numbers, with the exception of a snow pack, which was a hell of an August surprise! The problem was that most of the "warriors" in my heat were first timers, and as such were having their own personal "I can DO this!!!" moments and slowing the more serious challengers down. A lot. I probably lost nearly five minutes just waiting for these people to get over it, literally and figuratively.
That said, level of challenge and challenger aside, it was a beautiful course, and had a few awesome surprises along the way. The event was perfectly managed, parking was a snap, plenty of free swag from vendors, good food and drink, and the most easy-going friendly party atmosphere yet! The Portland Warrior Dash I did some five years earlier felt like a muddy version of Burning Man, and the Japan 'Dash was like a disjointed mountain road race with pensive cosplayers, but this one in Colorado was just... Fun!
If I do this one again, I will register for the party and atmosphere, and not fuss over my finish time. I'll save that for s more serious course. This was just a goofy fun time to be had by all!