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Parking: Is insane. Get here early! I made my friend get to the race almost two hours early, so we could get a good spot! However, there were others hanging out/warming up and someone lead a yoga sequence.
Cost: A bit high. The shirt is a zip-up jacket. I'm a Lulu and Athleta girl through and through, so the low quality and lack of breathable material of the jacket was rather disappointing. So, I felt the cost of the race was due to this jacket. That said, it's always a conversation starter.
Race course: This was in Scottsdale and was fairly OK - mostly city streets. Some of the streets were a bit uneven. I noted there was a lot of traffic seemingly waiting for us to pass by? There were clearly marked mileage signs. I completed the 15K race. I was able to get into a preferred corral so started in a bit earlier than the entire group of runners.
Aid stations: There were quite a few port-a-potties along the route at the aid stations. The aid stations provided these snacks: 1) strawberry marshmallows, 2) chocolate pieces, 3) M&Ms, and 4) chocolate marshmallows. All a bit too sweet for me. Aid stations also had Gatorade and water.
Volunteers: So many!
Gear check: Easy!
Snack at the end: Everyone sees the photo of the huge chocolate mugs. Ask if the chocolate is lactose-free. I don't know if it is, but I certainly fell ill about 20-30 minutes post consuming the hot chocolate (I know, I know - it is my fault!) It was rather delicious going down though! The mug included: Banana, Rice Krispies treat, pretzels, candy cane, melted semi-sweet chocolate, and some other cookie things.
Photos: Available two days post race.
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