Tory Row 5K

I participated in the third annual Tory Row 5K last Sunday and had a great time, despite the 90+ degree weather! For such a small race it was very well organized and just an overall nice event.
Here’s why this race was so great:
— Nice looking, navigable website with all the right information.
— Packet pick-​up took place on Friday, Saturday and Sunday morning at the restaurant (Tory Row) and was very well run.
— The course was basically flat with some rolling hills and went through a cute little Cambridge neighborhood, starting and ending right in Harvard Square.
— Nice drawstring SWAG bag and a shirt that can pass in everyday life!
— Used the chip timing system (surprising for a small race).
— Text message and email sent to runners with time about 5 minutes after finish.
The best part of the race was the after party, which took place in a parking lot right near the finish line. The party featured unlimited (yes, really!) beer and cider for all participants — and good beer too! There was also tons of orange slices, bananas, granola bars, energy bites and water to go around.
I’m surprised how much I enjoyed this race and I look forward to next year’s!