Date
October 17, 2026
Field Size
Small (<500)
PR Score
97.8 / 100
BQ Rate
4.9%
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Rolling hills create a varied terrain that tests endurance and strength.
Small field of 346 finishers allows for less congestion and more personal space on the course.
BQ rate of 4.9% indicates a challenging environment for qualifying for Boston.
PR score of 97.81 suggests a modest energy cost, though it’s not a flat course.
With a PR score of 97.81, this marathon isn’t just your average scenic run; it has a rolling profile that requires strategic energy management. Runners can expect a total field of only 346 finishers, making for a more intimate race experience compared to larger events. Given its 4.9% BQ rate, you’ll want to be ready to tackle the hills that define this course.
Mankato Marathon is an Emerging BQ venue — a legitimate qualifier for committed runners, though BQ rates are still building as the race grows. Historically, around 4.9% of finishers have posted Boston-qualifying times here. The course profile rewards runners who execute a well-paced effort from the start.
Focus on maintaining effort rather than pace, especially on the initial climbs. Use the downhill sections to regain speed, but ensure that you save energy for the latter parts of the race where fatigue may set in.
No elevation data was found in the course profile file.
Historical average based on 3-year data for this race date
Temp
67.3°F / 47.5°F
Conditions
Rainy
Precipitation
0.19 in
Wind
15.6 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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