South Texas International Marathon’s (STIM) unique course will take runners through four cities and two counties! This Boston Qualifier marathon will make its start at the “Heart of the Valley”, Donna, Texas. Runners will then cross through historic downtown areas of Weslaco, Mercedes and La Feria. The grand finish line will be at the Mercedes FEMA Dome in Mercedes, Texas..
How does the South Texas International Marathon Rank?
The South Texas International Marathon was the 339th largest marathon in the U.S. last year and was the 231st largest in 2023.
Last year 8.9% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon and 8.7% of runners qualified for Boston in 2023.
This gives the South Texas International Marathon the 191st highest percentage of Boston Marathon qualifiers in the U.S. last year and the 223rd highest percentage in 2023.
Its Course Score of 99.82 ranks it as the 45th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 2nd fastest course in Texas.
The typical race time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. This, coupled with the Course Score, gives the South Texas International Marathon a PR Score of 97.41. This PR Score ranks it as the 314th fastest marathon in the U.S. and the 20th fastest in Texas.
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South Texas International Marathon Elevation Chart
Max Elevation: 100 feet (30m) Min Elevation: 37 feet (11m)
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RR's review of 2024 South Texas International Marathon.
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5 Stars
Review
Everything about this marathon S.T.I.M. was great, absolutely no complaints. This was my second year running the marathon race and it continues to get better with each passing year. The course was as advertised, "fast and smooth"! Trafffic control, hydration stations and race swag (medals, shirts, jackets etc.) was all top tier.
Race Tips
Marathon pacers for different finishing goals. Additional porta-pottys at the starting area, course and finishing area would be great as the popularity of S.T.I.M. grows.
Maybe designated parking areas at the start and finishing areas would greatly assist all participants and the general community in the surrounding areas.
