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New Years (Day) Double Marathon

Allen, TX
Friday, January 1, 2027


  3 Stars from 2 Reviews

Course Description
The New Year's Day Double Marathon course is four repetitions of a 6.55 miles out-and-back route.

The course is on a paved-concrete city trail eight to ten feet wide.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Friday, January 1, 2027
2026: Thursday, January 1, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Multiple Out and Backs
Surface: Road/Pavement

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 61°F (16°C)
Average High: 55°F (12°C)
Average Low: 38° F (3°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.31
Course Score: 99.31

Race Size

2026: 26 Finishers
2025: 31 Finishers
2024: 29 Finishers
2023: 25 Finishers
2022: 15 Finishers
2021: 29 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2026: N/A
2025: N/A
2024: N/A
2023: N/A
2022: 6.7%
2021: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 15 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 52°F  (11°C)
Low: 36°F  (2°C)

Race Start Conditions

40°F  (4°C)
Humidity: 78%

Clear
N 9 mph

PR Score

105.64

Course Score

105.89






New Years (Day) Double Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The New Years (Day) Double Marathon was the 513th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 518th largest marathon in the U.S..

The New Years (Day) Double Marathon has a Course Score of 99.31, ranking it as the 160th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 12th fastest marathon course in Texas.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the New Years (Day) Double Marathon a PR Score of 99.31. The PR Score ranks the New Years (Day) Double Marathon as the 115th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 6th best marathon for a PR in Texas.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the New Years (Day) Double Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Texas for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

New Years (Day) Double Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed160th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 12th fastest marathon course in Texas
Top 35% Nationally#12 of 26 in Texas
PR Potential115th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 6th best marathon for a PR in Texas
Top 25% Nationally#6 of 26 in Texas
Race Size513th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 30th largest marathon in Texas
Based on 2025 results
Top 87% Nationally#30 of 37 in Texas

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Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 665 feet (202m)
Min Elevation: 629 feet (191m)


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Race Reviews


3.0
Based on 2 reviews
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Course is long!

Full Review:

I liked how flat and convenient the course was however it was LONG! 26.5 miles. I would have BQ'd if it was 26.2. I raced it on NYE 2018 and would do it again if they got the distance correct. This is why no one has BQd on the course imo. I'm

Race Tips:

Know that the course is 26.5 miles. an extra .3 miles on shot legs you weren't planning on.
Reviewed by DB About 2018

Full Review:

It was flat and well organized. It offered a non Sunday option. It was very casual, but well staffed. Parking was a breeze. Very good race for spectators to cheer on the runners. Fun local support. Race logistics were super easy!

I didn't love the loops. The course was a bit confusing.

Race Tips:

Study the course map. Bring post race fuel/food.
Reviewed by Anonymous About 2016