This was my first half-marathon, and what a great experience for a first-timer like me! The event was extremely well-organized and inclusive. The course was beautiful, and I appreciated the varying terrain - it kept things interesting! The shirts are even terrific - finally a race-day shirt that I WANT to wear! I will definitely be back for more.

This half-marathon was run on a beautiful, yet challenging course. I would definitely run this race again. The organizers were very thorough, and provided the runners at all levels with a good event.

It was my first half-marathon. It was very well organized. The course was much hillier than I was prepared for. I will be prepared for next year's race. This has the makings of a great marathon in the future.

This was my first half-marathon, and it was an excellent experience. It was well organized, and I loved the inspirational quotes along the way. I felt energized by all of the great people participating, and all the Team Ortho volunteers on the course.

The course was challenging, but it made me feel even more accomplished for finishing. I can't wait for next year!

- I love Minneapolis, and this shows it well. Through Mill City and along the river - beautiful!!
- Extremely well organized. Very classy event throughout the entire weekend.
- Hilly course at the beginning (and end on the way back) of the river portion - I liked it for where I am in my training.
- For next year, try to keep the flags perpendicular so we don't miss them; they were blowing around. Also, afterward, the water/food area was confusing and hard to navigate.

I loved this run!!

Beautiful run in the downtown city environment, and then along the Mississippi into a historic wilderness area. Portions are out-and-back, which adds to the race excitement seeing the leaders and faster runners running towards you. Parts in the wilderness are cool, shaded and quiet; and in the city, it is crowded with spectators. I liked the variety. There is also a variety of terrain, and some memorable hills. The wilderness area had several miles of soft ground, which helped my knees. The views of the city and the river were great, and the water stops and people on the course were Minnesotan... friendly and helpful. Lots of water and gel on the course. I trained with the sports drink HEED, and like it, though I heard some people people prefer their own brand. I loved the finisher's jacket and the medal. I will be back... it's a challenging course that's worth training for to master - not some easy flat highway run. It's a good time of year for a marathon. I met lots of great people.

This was my first half-marathon, and I absolutely loved it. The course was beautiful, the weather was great, and the people were fun! This race helped me accomplish one of my goals in life. It was a great experience!

Wow, what nice day. It was very well run, with lots of water stops. I like the time of the year. I have done over 70 marathons, and this one was awesome. I'll be back for 2010. Great job.

I traveled from Chicago, praying for good weather, and the temps were perfect! The race was very well organized and volunteers were amazing. Given the ease of public transportation, I'd recommend adding more information on public transportation for getting to mile markers. The finisher's jacket beat the usual cotton shirt give-away, and the outdoor expo was a nice change.

This race was the best race ever! It was completely organized, with check-in, packet pick-up, and parking. I was impressed with the crowds along the route. It was a gorgeous route with plenty of beautiful views of downtown. I will definitely be running this again next year and hopefully be running the full instead of the half!