Date
October 10, 2026
Field Size
Medium (500 - 1,999)
PR Score
98.4 / 100
BQ Rate
9.5%
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PR Score: 98.39 indicates a course with rolling hills, requiring strategic pacing.
BQ Rate of 9.5% shows that qualifying for Boston here is possible, but not guaranteed.
Field size of 1,647 finishers provides a crowd that feels manageable without being overwhelming.
Course profile includes both flat stretches and significant elevation changes, especially in the second half.
With a PR score of 98.39, Hartford is a rolling course that keeps you engaged as you navigate its hills. While the elevation changes add some challenge, the scenery along the route, including views of the Connecticut River, offers a nice distraction. Runners often remark on the community support that lines the streets, creating an energetic atmosphere as you push through the final miles.
Hartford Marathon is an Emerging BQ venue — a legitimate qualifier for committed runners, though BQ rates are still building as the race grows. Historically, around 9.5% of finishers have posted Boston-qualifying times here. The course profile rewards runners who execute a well-paced effort from the start.
Start strong but be cautious on the hills; maintain effort rather than pace. Focus on fueling adequately in the flat sections to prepare for the late-mile climbs, allowing you to finish strong.
No elevation data was found in the course profile file.
Historical average based on 3-year data for this race date
Temp
60.3°F / 41.6°F
Conditions
Partly Cloudy
Precipitation
0.00 in
Wind
9.7 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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