Victory Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming trend ahead
Runners will face a temperature rise from 45°F at the start to 56°F by finish, with humidity at 62%. Wind will be a factor with a consistent headwind throughout, reaching up to 12 mph. Runners should consider adjusting their pace conservatively, especially in the later laps as temperatures increase. A light layer may be beneficial pre-race due to the cool feels-like temperature.
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Race Info
The Victory Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K are run on the grounds of a former World War II munitions compound, now the Vermillion Rise Mega Park, in Hillsdale, Indiana. The half marathon and 5K are single loops on paved roads past old outposts, TNT manufacturing buildings and military shooting ranges, and the marathon is two laps. The marathon course is USATF certified and a Boston qualifier. All proceeds support the Vermillion Trails Alliance, which builds trails and recreation opportunities in Vermillion County.