Date
September 20, 2026
Field Size
Small (<500)
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Course features significant rolling hills, impacting pacing and overall strategy for the marathon.
Located in Plainfield, IN, the marathon offers a community feel with local support throughout the race.
The course features rolling hills that can catch you off guard, demanding attention to your pacing strategy. If you anticipate a flat course and find yourself navigating these subtle inclines and declines, it could test your mental and physical endurance.
BMQR course profile: Rolling Hills.
Focus on maintaining a consistent effort throughout the rolling hills; consider using the downhill sections to recover without sacrificing pace. Plan for the uphills by adjusting your effort, aiming to conserve energy for the second half of the race.
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Typical conditions: Cool (40–60°F), ideal racing conditions. Fall conditions are typically the most reliable for marathon efforts, with cool mornings that hold through the finish for most runners.
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