I really enjoyed this event.  The weather cooperated and the setting was obviously beautiful.  All volunteers and support staff were great.  Race felt organized.  Post-race celebration was fun and food was good.  It was a little awkward at the beginning of the post-race when the mass of sweaty runners invaded the conclusion of an apparent church service that takes place at Flounders.  I think the packet pick-up could be organized differently.  I understand the inherent chaotic nature of packet pick-up but distributing race #'s by the # itself rather than racer's last name seemed to exacerbate a typically confusing process.  Overall, race was great though.  It's exciting when we get some longer distance races here locally!

I thought this race was top notch.  First-the pros:  Packet pick-up was quick and easy; race day parking was ample and close to the start; plenty of restrooms at the start; well-spaced and ample water stations; an interesting and scenic course!  Can't comment on the after-party (A church service?  Sounds weird!) because I had to get home.

Some suggestions for improvement: I drove over an hour on Saturday to pick up my packet because I really wanted the T-shirt (cool design, wish it was technical) because the event update said there'd be none race morning.  When you pre-register, your shirt should be guaranteed.  Let the last-minute fols do without-that's how it is at most other races.  I wish some of the water stations had longer tables with more volunteers handing out the drinks.  Lastly, my GPS had the race at 13.34 miles.

Overall, I really enjoyed it and will definitely do it again!

I enjoyed this race. My only suggestion is to add more porta-potties. There was only one portable toilet every mile or two apart and there was a line of 3 or more runners waiting at each one. This ended up adding a few minutes to the finish time. My GPS also had the race longer than what the course was marked. Yikes! Other than these the race rocked. I loved being at the beach and the flat course.

I enjoyed the race very much. The course was great and we couldn't have asked for better weather. The red beans were delicious and I wish I would have planned to stay longer. Loved the finishers metal too. I liked the design of the t-shirt, but I would have liked a brighter color.   

See you next year!!!

My first half marathon, and I don't think I could have asked for a better one.  Super friendly and helpful staff, beautiful weather, flat course, not too crowded, available parking...i could go on and on with listing the wonderful things about this race.  Can't wait for next year!

Great race!  Great weather! Great everything except my time!  The 'finisher' medal was awesome.  How you gonna top that next year?  I love the quality of the ****.  It was nice getting one that wasn't white, thanks!  Look forward to this run next year.  I'll be sure and skip the 5K I ran the Saturday before though, LOL!

This was my first 1/2 marathon and I had a great time! I am hooked and am already training to beat my time.  The location and time of year was perfect.  My only issue if I have to have one is that we had to walk through a church service to go to the after party.  Can't wait until next year!!!!!!

Great race!  Alot of fun! Well organized, beautiful course with plenty of water stations with inspirational volunteers.  Missed/needed water around mile 9- I think (only had gatorade) and a volunteer ran up next to me and handed me a water! Thank you again volunteer! Found out about voting for the best aid station for charity until later.

Excellent post party location and food. Need to work on more pre race porta potties.

Thanks for a great race! See ya next year!

Keith Johnson