Metric Marathon
Race Day Weather
Warm start, adjust pace early
Runners will face a starting temperature of 65°F, climbing to 69°F by race end. Light winds from the WSW at 11 mph may provide some challenge, while humidity sits at 75%. To manage the heat and humidity, it's advisable to start conservatively and hydrate frequently.
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Race Info
The Metric Marathon is one of eight races in the Annapolis Striders Championship Series. The club has run it every October since 1980. The course covers 26.2 kilometers, about 16.3 miles, on paved roads through the Harwood area of southern Anne Arundel County. It starts and finishes at Southern High School and includes rolling hills, with the toughest climbs around miles 12 and 14. The race is usually held on the first Sunday of October.
