Notes
Very pleased with this race.
Hot, humid weather for a marathon. Went entirely off of feel. Decided at the start to hold back until mile 10 because of the weather. Got into gear and started feeling good around the HM mark. Calf cramped at 16 right as I entered Newton hills so had to pull bad just a bit. I got through the hills comfortably, though I had to stop for a quick stretch to ensure they could get through the terrain. At the top, I felt uncertain about changing gears so held back as I descended in to Boston. Finally with about 2k to go, I released a bit, and a guy fell over right in front of me in a very crowded bit right by the Ctigo sign. Unfortunate, and I had to basically stop to go around him, but got it back quickly and kicked in a solid last 1200m.
Very strong race in conditions I typically struggle in. Successful season.