The Micro: Breaking 3
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Valley Cottage, New York
- Price $263.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting running experience at The Micro: Breaking 3, taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Valley Cottage, Rockland! This remarkable event is part of the renowned Micro Marathon series, designed by runners for runners, and aims to help you achieve your personal best. Whether you're targeting a qualifying time for the Boston Marathon or pursuing an Olympic Trials Qualifying Standard, this race offers an incredible opportunity to shine.
The event features a meticulously measured 2.94-mile looped course at the beautiful Rockland Lake State Park, certified by World Athletics. This year, runners of all abilities can participate across multiple distances, making it the perfect platform for both seasoned athletes and newcomers alike. Join the growing community of runners who have already made history at this venue, with many achieving personal bests and even Olympic qualifications. Don’t miss out on the chance to run your fastest marathon in a supportive and motivating environment—mark your calendars for March 28, 2026!
The event features a meticulously measured 2.94-mile looped course at the beautiful Rockland Lake State Park, certified by World Athletics. This year, runners of all abilities can participate across multiple distances, making it the perfect platform for both seasoned athletes and newcomers alike. Join the growing community of runners who have already made history at this venue, with many achieving personal bests and even Olympic qualifications. Don’t miss out on the chance to run your fastest marathon in a supportive and motivating environment—mark your calendars for March 28, 2026!
Organiser's Description
A RACE SERIES DESIGNED BY RUNNERS, FOR RUNNERS
In 2021 we created the McKirdy Micro Marathon series to help athletes run a personal best and qualify for the Boston Marathon or beyond. At the time, we were just coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic where opportunities to run fast times were limited and motivation to continue training was difficult with no races on the calendar.
In 2023, we took the same concept and applied it at an elite level, hosting a race for athletes targeting the USATF Olympic Trials Qualifying Standard (OTQ) or the Olympic Standard. Many on the cusp athletes find they have limited options for races that are both fast and will provide the support they need to run their best.
Athletes from all over the world came to participate in a small localized race with the potential for massive impact. When the day was done:
48 athletes ran under the 200/200 OTQ Standard
More OTQs came from our race than any other race in 2023
Our race produced 2 Olympians
69% of the finishing athletes ran a personal best
85% of the finishing athletes ran their second fastest lifetime marathon
Moving forward, we are expanding the series to bring The Micro race experience to athletes of all abilities over multiple distances! We hope youll come run your fastest marathon with us.
Hosted at Rockland Lake State Park, this course is a 2.94 mile looped course measured by World Athletics "A" certifier, Jim Gerweck. Certification.
MARATHON: USA-2023-071
In 2021 we created the McKirdy Micro Marathon series to help athletes run a personal best and qualify for the Boston Marathon or beyond. At the time, we were just coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic where opportunities to run fast times were limited and motivation to continue training was difficult with no races on the calendar.
In 2023, we took the same concept and applied it at an elite level, hosting a race for athletes targeting the USATF Olympic Trials Qualifying Standard (OTQ) or the Olympic Standard. Many on the cusp athletes find they have limited options for races that are both fast and will provide the support they need to run their best.
Athletes from all over the world came to participate in a small localized race with the potential for massive impact. When the day was done:
48 athletes ran under the 200/200 OTQ Standard
More OTQs came from our race than any other race in 2023
Our race produced 2 Olympians
69% of the finishing athletes ran a personal best
85% of the finishing athletes ran their second fastest lifetime marathon
Moving forward, we are expanding the series to bring The Micro race experience to athletes of all abilities over multiple distances! We hope youll come run your fastest marathon with us.
Hosted at Rockland Lake State Park, this course is a 2.94 mile looped course measured by World Athletics "A" certifier, Jim Gerweck. Certification.
MARATHON: USA-2023-071
Races
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Breaking 3
Incl. $13.50 Fee
Sat 28th March 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$263.50
CLOSED
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Location
299 Rockland Lake Rd, Valley Cottage, 10989, NY, United States
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