Rolling hills throughout the course provide scenic views of Minnesota's fall foliage.
The rolling hills present a unique challenge indicating a slightly uphill energy cost overall. This race not only showcases the beauty of northern Minnesota, but also tests your grit with its varied elevation profile.
BMQR course profile: Rolling Hills.
Focus on maintaining a consistent effort, particularly on the uphill sections, to avoid crashing late in the race. Use downhill portions to recover and build momentum, but be careful not to overexert yourself as you push through the rolling terrain.
Detailed elevation profile data is being prepared for this race. Check back soon for interactive course analysis.
Historical average based on 3-year data for this race date
Temp
62.6°F / 42.5°F
Conditions
Partly Cloudy
Precipitation
0.00 in
Wind
9.6 mph
Historical averages · Source: Open-Meteo · Actual conditions will vary
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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