This was a well-organized, beautiful run. The rolling hills get to your legs, but the route was just what you'd want in wine country, nothing too steep, everything beautiful with some sweeping panorama views at points. Morning weather in Paso is cool and clear, but warms towards mid-day, and it's very dry. Small race, yet the post-race food was greatrecovery drink, breakfast burritos, bagels, fruit, the works, and NO LINES. (I guess that's what you get with 100 runners).

This was my second time running the marathon. The course is rolling, scenic country, hardly any traffic, great volunteers and staff. Everything as promised.
If you enjoy 'old school' running and a first-class event...check this one out.
I've run over 200 marathons and enjoy the spirit this event has. Thanks Julie

I have been running marathons for 20 years. This one reminded me of what the purity of the event should be. It featured a great course, genuine volunteers and a simple feel that let me enjoy my fellow runners and the event without the distractions of bands, ballons and the masses. We also got lucky with the weather!

I'll take Girl Scouts handing me my medal and Boy Scouts handing me water, along with locals, coffee cup in hand, standing in front of their houses cheering me along any day (over the staged junk that has come to pass as "entertainment" at the big-city events).

I'll be back!

Volunteers were very supportive and friendly. Management provided what they promised at aid stations. Country roads with some traffic, but not a problem for me. I would suggest making hotel reservations in advance. I had to drive 30 miles since I didn't reserve a room; I don't know why all of the hotels were booked... maybe wine-tasting. Great, small marathon with a good hill workout.

This was my 12th marathon and it was awesome. Great support including water, gels, and fans rooting you on throughout the race.