What is the course like for Beat the Blerch (Carnation Saturday)?

Hilly course on Road/Pavement. See the elevation chart on this page for details.

Is Beat the Blerch (Carnation Saturday) USATF certified?

Certification information is not listed as certified on this page.

What are typical race-day temperatures for Beat the Blerch (Carnation Saturday)?

Average ~60F (high 69F / low 52F).

Can I generate a pace band for Beat the Blerch (Carnation Saturday)?

Yes use the Pace Band button on this page to create a course-specific pace band.

Beat the Blerch (Carnation Saturday) | Race Info, Course, Elevation & Pace Band

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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Saturday, September 12, 2026
2025: Saturday, September 6, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Hilly
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: No
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 60°F (15°C)
Average High: 69°F (20°C)
Average Low: 52° F (11°C)

PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: N/A
Course Score: N/A

Race Size

2025: 64 Finishers
2024: 105 Finishers
2023: No Results
2022: No Results
2021: No Results
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: N/A
2024: N/A
2023: N/A
2022: N/A
2021: N/A
2020: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Beat the Blerch (Carnation Saturday) Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Beat the Blerch (Carnation Saturday) was the 437th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 352nd largest marathon in the U.S..

Beat the Blerch (Carnation Saturday) Elevation Chart

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Race Reviews

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Full Review:

Energy, station treats.

Race Tips:

it was all very good. Enough information. awesome job!

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Arrive early to pick up runners packet. Especially out of town folks that are not able to pick up on Friday. Parking and time to get to registration table.

Reviewed by AR About 2016