Let me start by saying that this was my best racing experience yet! Negative Split puts on the most amazing races and the Spokane running community is truly the greatest. Packet pickup was super convenient and easy. It was located in a motel near the race start. I took full advantage of the Windermere runners discount and stayed in the same motel as packet pickup.

The race went really smoothly and was well run. There was quite a bit of fun stuff going on at the start/finish. My favorite part was the music! I am one of those awkward people who love to dance around before the race so it is as perfect for me because I had actual music to dance to!

The course was a really nice out and back along the river and through some other fun areas. The absolute best part of this race was the energy of the out and back course. After the turn around point I got to high five, thumbs up and cheer on every single person running the race. It was the most awesome feeling! My fastest miles were the ones where other races were cheering me along. There’s nothing quite like it. I managed to finish 1st place remake and I swear it’s because of the encouragement from other racers.

The finish line was in a perfect location! There was so much going on and something for everyone. My something was the coffee truck! Latte and cool down walk?! Yes please! The finisher medals, award medals and race shirts were all so beautiful and great quality.

I will 100% be racing the Windermere 10K again next year!