Dick Beardsley Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming finish
Runners will face a temperature rise from 55°F to 69°F throughout the race, with humidity averaging 66%. Wind will be a light crosswind at 10 mph, not significantly impacting performance. As temperatures climb, it's advisable to start conservatively and adjust pacing in the later laps to account for the heat. Hydration strategies should be prioritized, especially as runners approach the final leg.
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Race Info
The Essentia Health Dick Beardsley Races return to Detroit Lakes, Minnesota on Saturday, September 12, 2026, the event's 31st year. The race honors Dick Beardsley, the Minnesota runner who finished second to Alberto Salazar in the 1982 Boston Marathon's "Duel in the Sun." Runners choose the half marathon, 10K, or Andy Beardsley Memorial 5K, all starting and finishing at Peoples Park, with a Youth Run later that morning. Beardsley returns each year to speak at the Friday night pasta supper and greet finishers at the line. Source
