Last year I gave the event 5/5 and if it was possible to give more for this year, then I would. The race village was bigger and better with more activities for families. The feed station didn't run out of anything this year and all aspects of organisation, registration, camping, parking and marshal supervision was top notch. The atmosphere was incredible once again and the array of inflatables/light up novelties in the hand-over area had definitely raised its game!

The only downside I or members of my team experienced this year were questionable cleanliness in the portlaoise compared with previous years, long queues at the showers, and many of the external food and drink vendors ran out of crucial items such as bottles of beer and pizza.  Although I brought all of my own food and drink with me, it was quite annoying for those who hadn't and the supporters of team members.

My POV over the last 3 years is that of a runner in a team of 5 or 6. I may be tempted to do something silly, like run solo next year for a completely new experience. You never know!