The border crossing is what got me to sign up. Not to metion, a really cool finisher's medal with a ribbon that incorporates the U.S. and that other country's flag. Going over the bridge right at sunrise is memorable. A great crowd surrounds the entrance to the tunnel in Windsor, and a huge, enthusiastic crowd welcomes you back to America at the exit of the tunnel.
Dress warm, it was a little cool and windy this year. If you wear 'throw away clothes' do NOT get rid of them too early. Belle Isle (mile 20) is wide open and can be very windy and cold.
Expo isn't huge, but working through the traffic to get to the packet pickup is difficult. The best part of the expo was about 100 people surrounding a TV to watch the Michigan-Michigan State game.

The first half of this marathon is a rush. Two border crossings, and a lot of adrenaline. Like most marathons, be ready for the back half. Belle Isle is pretty, but not while dying. Ha. I BQ'ed, so not complaining. Great event.

It was my first marathon and more than anything I really enjoyed the cool temperature; the weather was just perfect for me 'Thank GOD' and most of all I now know the true meaning of 'hitting the wall' because I experienced it for the first time at mile 20. WOW is all I can say and I had to give myself a pat on the back for being a new member of the '1%' group of human beings to complete a marathon.

I drove 10 hours for this race and I spent at least and hour and a half waiting for tolls and customs too. I expected more from this race and was disappointed.

Energy of race was great, but was disappointed with the course and the spectators. Had to walk through the entire expo to pick up my bib and Shirt?

First half of course was uphill and spent on asphalt and bridges. Spectators were sprinkled along the course, but were not as visible as I thought they would be.

On a positive note - I would like to acknowledge the race organizers for their choice of medals.
The finisher medal was spectacular (a work of art that symbolized the city and the race.) The race shirt was also nice and I felt that it was worth wearing again.

The energy was positive, but the town and the race were a bit depressing. I would not run this race again.

I strongly recommend running this marathon. Course was awesome, organization was great and the fan support was excellent in both the US and Canada. Spacing of corral starts was well done...I never felt crowded. The medal and shirt are among my favorite. I stayed at the Ren Center and used the People Mover over the weekend...very convenient.

WOW!~ Top notch from start to finish! Expo amazing,great pasta dinner at the church, start and finish were electric, on time start, awsome long sleeve tech Ts (black!), water and gatoraide both sides of street every 1.5miles, course spectacular, incredible feeling running into another country being welcomed to Canada, enthusiastic fans, super food spread after race, unique and amazing medal , hotel .1 from start and finish. Weather was perfect today, I qualified for boston. This was my 44th marathon: been to NYC and Boston. Detroit on line with these races: a for sure MUST DO in the MOTORCITY! Great job!

I chose this one because of the opportunity to run in Canada. I am so glad I did. The organization did a wonderful job. Course was well laid out. Plenty of water stations. Expo was pretty good. My only 'gripe' would be that we were told that we needed to carry our passport with us, even though we had been cleared by customs already. Not a good feeling to have to run with a passport for 26.2 miles. Course had two small hills within the last 1/2 mile, and some decent inclines when crossing the bridges, but other than that, was relatively flat. Parking downtown was easy to find. I stayed in Windsor, Canada and had no problem getting to the race on race day. I actually gave myself too much time. All in all, this race is a must do.

First time running this marathon and I had a great time! The expo was pretty large, but still organized and had a great variety of booths. The race course was enjoyable and running through Canada was quite an experience! Great announcers throughout the race helped too! I'd recommend this race to everyone and would absolutely consider running it again!

I've run about 25 marathons, and this is in the top 25%. In terms of organization, it was among the best! Nice to run back and forth between two best friends (U.S. and Canada) across the bridge and along the waterfront. Not too hilly, except for the bridge, but that's early in the raise, so we are all wise enough to conserve energy going up and down this. Through some nice neighbourhoods in Detroit,.. and when I ran it, nice weather and friendly crowds. For a midsize marathon, excellent choice!!

I was born in Detroit so it was a homecoming for me. Running downtown, through Bel Isle, and Canada. Awesome!