Random Geography Thoughts 9/22/2021

-Minneapolis seems like a really great metro to live in. From a running perspective, there are so many bike path and paths around lake to run in both the city proper and much of the metro. Lots of great suburbs. Reminds me of Madison, WI although proper slightly better running, slightly worse city. Madison you also at least have Chicago a few hours out. Not sure where you'd escape to from Minneapolis. Cold in winter must be enjoyable as well. 
-Downside is really high crime rates.
-Minnesota State Fair seems great (in Minneapolis)
-Probably the 3rd best running city behind San Francisco and Washington DC

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