Real runner feedback on course feel, crowd support, aid stations, and logistics (parking, hotels, restaurants).
This was a fantastic race. It was small and had to adhere to safety standards with Covid-19, but the organization and execution was phenomenal. The course was beautiful, the weather felt better than expected, and I was able to finish with a PR and a BQ with over 9 minutes to spare.
Best if you are already trained for elevation, and you can speed through the first several miles downhill. You'll need some time in the bank for a big mile at 11 and some small rollers in the second half. Excellent aid stations every 2 miles will fill you up with all of the water and electrolytes needed.
I stayed in Layton which was an easy 30 minute drive to the starting bus. Everything ran smoothly.