i ran this event in fall 2010, and it was also my 1st time running the los gatos creek trail. really beautiful park and trail, with gorgeous views of nature. there are 2 distances to choose from: 5mi and half marathon(13.1mi), and you can run or walk either of these courses, provided you finish within the time limitation set by the race director. i ran the 5mi course, which had gentle rolling hills. i was told that the half marathon was much more challenging, with some steep hill climbs. the pros: *pre-race party @ lululemon santana row the day before with: ***community yoga class ***bib & tshirt pickup(note this is a lululemon dri-fit tshirt) ***pre-race pasta dinner *beautiful scenic course *aid stations every couple of miles *lots of volunteers helping out and cheering *finisher’s medal for all participants *lots of post-race food & drinks, including bagels, chips, fruit, and hot soup *lululemon merchandise for sale the cons: –must pay $ 6 for parking –very few restrooms & porta-potties –no chip timing, results by gun time only overall, i really liked this event and would participate again. **note this year’s event takes place sept 3, 2012
