great race with lots of excitement. very hot day which made it tough to hold a fast pace. ran well thru the 1st half around 1:27 but once i hit the 3 hills (heartbreak) i will having major issues with my calves and hammies. everything was locked up by mile 18 and getting up the last hill was down at a shuffle pace. the last 10k i was miserable and the crowds were so loud my ears were ringing. i did enjoy the girls college around the midway point. lots of chicks screaming for you is not a bad deal.