IronHorse Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool morning, steady conditions
Runners will face a temperature trend starting at 45°F and rising to 60°F. With winds from the SSW at 14 mph, there may be a slight headwind effect. Humidity will average 68%, so maintaining hydration is crucial. Runners should consider adjusting their pace slightly as temperatures increase.
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The IronHorse Races include a Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Run. All are USATF Sanctioned. The Full Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K are USATF Certified. The Full Marathon takes place on the Wapsi-Great Western Line (WGWL) Trail located in Riceville, Iowa and the Shooting Star Trail in Minnesota. The Half Marathon, 10K and 5K take place on the WGWL Trail. The WGWL Trail has a Northern Branch and a Southern Branch. The races take place on the Rails-to-Trails recognized paved and concrete laid Northern Branch. The Iowan WGWL Trail is the first and official interstate trail connecting to Minnesota’s Shooting Star Trail. Source
