Holiday Victory Sub-4 Marathon Challenge, Half-Marathon, 10K & 5K

Join us for the Holiday Victory Sub-4 Marathon Challenge, Half-Marathon, 10K & 5K! Taking place at scenic Pace Bend Park on December 14th at 10:00 AM, this winter running celebration offers both full marathon (26.2 miles), half marathon (13.1 miles), 10K and 5K distances on a unique loop course with stunning lake views.



BOSTON QUALIFIER ALERT!

We are in the process of seeking USATF certification for the course which would offer a unique advantage for Boston hopefuls! Our 1.55-mile loop format allows runners to master the course with each lap, creating the perfect opportunity to strategically pace your way to a BQ time. With only 561 ft of total elevation gain, this course is designed for speed!



COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

Strategic Loop Design - 1.55 miles per loop (17 loops for full marathon, 8.5 for half)
100% Paved Surface - Smooth, consistent running conditions
Minimal Elevation - Only 33 ft of gain per loop
Perfect Pacing Opportunity - Learn the course quickly and optimize your speed on every section
Personal Aid Station - Set up your nutrition exactly how you want it and access it every 1.55 miles



POTENTIAL BOSTON QUALIFICATION ADVANTAGE

Our unique loop course format offers strategic benefits for Boston hopefuls! As we work toward USATF certification, we've designed this course with qualification in mind. The 1.55-mile loop format lets you become intimately familiar with every turn and elevation change. By your third lap, you'll know exactly where to push and where to conserve energy - a strategic advantage for hitting your BQ time! With only 561 ft of total elevation gain, this course creates ideal conditions for your qualification attempt once certification is complete.



EVENT FEATURES

Professional chip timing
Frequent split times (every 1.55 miles)
Spectator-friendly format - your supporters can cheer you on multiple times without moving
Finisher recognition challenge coin and medal
Part of the Advent Run to New Year Challenge and Winter Marathon Series
4-hour time limit (course closes at 2:00 PM)

COURSE DETAILS

The course features a gentle 50 ft descent in the first mile, followed by a 56 ft climb in the remaining 0.55 miles. This balanced profile prevents the quad fatigue of excessive downhill courses while providing enough variety to engage different muscle groups.



PACE REQUIREMENTS

THE SUB-4 MARATHON CHALLENGE (17 LOOPS):

Maintain 9:09/mile pace or faster (14:12 per loop) to finish within cutoff
Checkpoint guidance45 AM: Complete at least 3 loops (4.65 miles)
11:30 AM: Complete at least 6 loops (9.3 miles)
12:15 PM: Complete at least 9 loops (13.95 miles)
1:00 PM: Complete at least 12 loops (18.6 miles)
1:30 PM: Complete at least 15 loops (23.25 miles)
2:00 PM: Complete all 17 loops (26.35 miles)

HALF MARATHON (8.5 LOOPS):

Maintain 18:13/mile pace or faster (28:15 per loop) to finish within cutoff
Checkpoint guidance00 AM: Complete at least 2 loops (3.1 miles)
12:00 PM: Complete at least 4 loops (6.2 miles)
1:00 PM: Complete at least 6 loops (9.3 miles)
2:00 PM: Complete all 8.5 loops (13.175 miles)
Special Provision: Marathon participants who complete at least 8.5 loops (half marathon distance) but don't finish the full marathon by the 2:00 PM cutoff will receive official half marathon recognition and be awarded the half marathon medal.

10K participants will complete four full loops of our scenic course, while 5K runners will conquer two loops - all finishers earn a commemorative medal.