Freezefest 5k

Race date: February 21st, 2015

Race location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Race length: 5k/3.1 miles

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Coming back past the starting line.

So let's talk about Freezefest. I know that many people are hesitant to run races during the cold weather months because training can be difficult. I will tell you, even if you haven't trained much, go and sign up for Freezefest next year! It really is a blast and there are so many people there to cheer you along. Walkers and runners are welcomed to this 5k in the winter, and its something for everyone. It is somewhat of a party. 

So about the course, it is an out and back and out and back course. What do I mean? From the starting point, you go out about 3 quarters of a mile, then turn around, go past the starting line, then out to another point, then to the finish line. It is pretty flat as well, there is a gradual uphill after the second turn around point, but you go gradually downhill to the finish. The course was well maintained as there was no ice or snow in the way.

The post race festivities were fun, we all were welcomed back to the lodge for warmth and had homemade cookies, snacks, and chili waiting for us. The only problem for leaving is that the finish line was within one of the parking lots that we could park in, so those who parked here, had to wait to leave. Really though, this was the only issue I saw.

I will let all of you know that if you are considering to do Freezefest in the future, which you should definately do, I would recommend to sign up early! There are only so many parking spots in the park, which the organizers check out, and will cut off sign up once all parking spaces are full.

Above, is an airshot video of Freezefest.

So overall:

Pros:

• Great course and fairly flat
• A lot of fun
• Easy to do for a winter run

Cons:

• Cold weather
• Parking can be somewhat of an issue

I would recommend this race for anyone, and really, if you are a walker or a runner, if you are young or if you're old, this race is for you.