Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon

Runners will face temperatures starting at 47°F and rising to 55°F. Humidity will be high at 74%, prompting a conservative start strategy. The course's hilly profile will present challenges, especially with a headwind from miles 16 to 21. Light rain is possible during the race, so runners should consider a throwaway layer for the pre-race wait.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon route and elevation

The Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon course has about 3,109 ft (948 m) of climbing and 2,680 ft (817 m) of descent, a net rise of about 429 ft (131 m). It is hillier than 98% of the marathon courses racecast.io has mapped, measured by what the hills cost in time. The hardest mile is mile 16, with 387 ft (118 m) of climbing and a 7% average grade.

Biggest climbs

Miles 9.1 to 10.8: climbs about 445 ft (136 m).
Miles 14.7 to 15.9: climbs about 395 ft (120 m).
Miles 20.9 to 23.4: climbs about 450 ft (138 m).

What the hills cost

3:30 on a flat course is about 3:43 here (13 minutes slower).
4:00 on a flat course is about 4:15 here (15 minutes slower).
4:30 on a flat course is about 4:47 here (17 minutes slower).

Hills only, priced mile by mile on the course map. The pace calculator above adds the race-day weather.

Even-effort splits for a 3:30, 4:00 or 4:30 finish

The Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon mile splits at even effort for three finish times, with each mile's climb and descent
Mile	Climb	Descent	3:30	4:00	4:30
1	49 ft	62 ft	7:26	8:30	9:34
2	24 ft	203 ft	6:57	7:56	8:55
3	297 ft	35 ft	9:44	11:08	12:31
4	67 ft	34 ft	7:45	8:51	9:59
5	217 ft	31 ft	9:02	10:20	11:36
6	116 ft	43 ft	8:04	9:13	10:23
7	18 ft	281 ft	6:46	7:44	8:42
8	224 ft	1 ft	9:23	10:44	12:04
9	57 ft	148 ft	7:11	8:12	9:14
10	222 ft	27 ft	9:07	10:25	11:43
11	234 ft	50 ft	9:01	10:19	11:36
12	43 ft	220 ft	6:57	7:56	8:56
13	36 ft	110 ft	7:14	8:16	9:18
14	0 ft	314 ft	6:42	7:39	8:37
15	39 ft	115 ft	7:14	8:16	9:17
16	387 ft	16 ft	10:47	12:20	13:53
17	68 ft	45 ft	7:41	8:46	9:52
18	133 ft	155 ft	7:25	8:29	9:32
19	222 ft	95 ft	8:31	9:44	10:57
20	0 ft	357 ft	6:39	7:36	8:33
21	63 ft	170 ft	7:08	8:09	9:11
22	167 ft	1 ft	8:53	10:09	11:24
23	155 ft	2 ft	8:45	10:00	11:15
24	134 ft	57 ft	8:06	9:16	10:26
25	205 ft	42 ft	8:50	10:06	11:21
26	3 ft	116 ft	7:07	8:08	9:09
Last 0.2	2 ft	29 ft	1:35	1:48	2:02

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About the Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon

Run, Bike or Hike – 26.2, 17, 13.5, and 6 miles – Doin’ the dirt through the gut of the Kingdom at the height of Fall Foliage. We start at the NEK International Airport in Coventry (or at the Irasburg Common for the 10 km option) and finish at Parker Pie, West Glover. All the pizza you can eat, Hill Farmstead Beer on tap, some fine music. One of the toughest, most spectacular marathons east of the Mississippi. Just the best way to finish up our year. Source

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Race weekend

Saturday, October 2

9:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

9:00 AM17M (17.0 mi)9:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.5 mi)11:00 AM6M (6.0 mi)

Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon FAQ

When is the 2027 Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon?

The 2027 Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon will be held on Saturday October 2, 2027.

Is the Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

No, the Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon is NOT a Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 62°F and a low of 45°F with a 12% chance of rain.

What is the elevation gain of the Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon?

The Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon course has about 3,109 ft (948 m) of climbing and 2,680 ft (817 m) of descent, a net rise of about 429 ft (131 m).

Is the Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon hilly?

Yes. It has about 119 ft (36 m) of climbing per mile. The hardest mile is mile 16, with 387 ft (118 m) of climbing and a 7% average grade. 4:00 on a flat course is about 4:15 here (15 minutes slower). It is hillier than 98% of the marathon courses racecast.io has mapped, measured by what the hills cost in time.

What is the weather usually like for the Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon?

Over the 3 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2024 to 2026), it averaged 54°F at the start and 64°F by a typical finish. Rain fell during race hours in 1 of those years (2024).

What was the hottest Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon?

Of the 3 years on record, 2025 was the warmest, reaching 76°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2026, at 49°F.

What was the windiest Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon?

Of the 3 years on record, 2026 was the windiest, with wind averaging 5 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2025, at 4 mph.

Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon weather history

Based on 3 years of data

Avg Temp

60°F

L:54° H:64°

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Rain Freq

33%

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Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2026	49°/55°	-	40°
2025 Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2025	58°/76°	-	49°
2024 Fly to Pie Kingdom Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2024	55°/62°	Light	46°

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