Pine Tree Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start — fast day potential, moderate wind
A cool 47°F at the start line is ideal for fast times — expect to warm up quickly once you're moving. Moderate winds around 13mph may affect pacing on open sections of the course. Moderate humidity at 76% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.
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Race Info
The Pine Tree Marathon, part of the New England Challenge Marathon Series organized by STAR Racing, is run on a flat course in Portland, Maine. Starting and finishing at Back Cove Park, runners tackle seven laps of 3.62 miles each with an initial out-and-back of 0.86 miles, all on dirt paths. It's a Boston Marathon qualifier, which definitely adds an incentive if you're aiming for a fast time.
