What is the course like for Strider BQ Marathon Invitational?

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

Is Strider BQ Marathon Invitational USATF certified?

Yes this race is listed as certified.

What are typical race-day temperatures for Strider BQ Marathon Invitational?

Average ~52F (high 61F / low 43F).

Can I generate a pace band for Strider BQ Marathon Invitational?

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

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Strider BQ Marathon Invitational

Chesapeake, VA
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Course Description

This Race is being put on to give runners a shot at a BQ in March with some better weather! To qualify to race in this event you must have run within 5 min of your BQ time or faster in last 3 years! If you have never run a Marathon and would like to attempt a BQ you can still qualify with a half marathon time.

The course is a on the closed 2-lane roadway at the Dismal Swamp Trail Park in Chesapeake. Full Marathon course will be USATF Certified course - a Boston Qualifying race.