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- Marathon
- Half
Foot Traffic Flat
Foot Traffic Flat
RACE ESTIMATED TO HIT CAPACITY BY THE END OF MAY!
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2027 edition
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Countdown
244
days to 4 Jul 2027
- Distance
- Marathon
- Course
- Flat
- Climb
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About
The race
RACE ESTIMATED TO HIT CAPACITY BY THE END OF MAY! DON’T WAIT! Beautiful farming island setting at the Pumpkin Patch farm. Always super cute medals, shirts and bibs! SPECIAL COLLABORATION! Ice cream from our local partner, Alden’s Organics! Including vegan options! Snacks and misting tents at the finish venue. Custom race bib (with your name on it if you sign up before June 21st!) Multiple race distance options with chip timing and certified half and full marathon courses. Virtual race options! FLAT and fast courses with a gorgeous setting. Limited entry race that fills every year. The ONLY opportunity to race on scenic SAUVIE ISLAND. Over $600,000 raised for the Sauvie Island community and Volunteer Fire Department! Schedule 5:30 AM - Early start marathon (10 minutes and over) (5.5 hour time limit , see note below) 6:10 AM - Regular Marathon start time. 6:30 AM - Half wave 1 (9 minute pace and under) 6:31 AM - Half wave 2 (9-10 minute pace) 6:32 AM - Half wave 3 (10-11 minute pace) 6:33 AM - Half wave 4 (11 min. pace and over) Cutoff and time limit information: We close the marathon course at 11:30am and there is a 5.5 HOUR TIME LIMIT ON THE MARATHON in order to comply with Sauvie Island farm and resident requirements. Please plan accordingly. Early start at 5:30am is…
Location
Portland, OR, United States
North America · typically 18°C (64°F) on race day
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Pro tips
Racing it
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Early start for marathoners
If you expect to run slower than 10 minutes per mile, take the 5:30 AM early start to finish before the 11:30 AM course closure and 5.5-hour limit.
From the description
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Dress for mild morning
The marathon starts at 6:10 AM when the typical temperature is 17.7°C. Wear light layers you can shed as it warms up.
From the start time, temperature
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Line up by pace in half
Half marathon waves start at 6:30–6:33 AM based on pace (9 min/mile and under, then 9-10, 10-11, 11+). Enter the correct wave to avoid weaving on the flat course.
From the description
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Even splits on flat course
The course is flat and fast, so aim for even or negative splits. Without hills, you can lock into a steady rhythm from the start.
From the elevation profile
In Portland
Drive to Sauvie Island
Sauvie Island is rural and not served by light rail. Driving or carpooling is the most practical way to reach the race, so plan for bridge traffic.
Spectator views
Spectators can cheer at the start and finish at the Pumpkin Patch farm. Portland's waterfront and Forest Park offer places to relax before or after.
Recover in Portland
After the race, Portland's parks like the International Rose Test Garden or Laurelhurst Park are good for a gentle walk. The city's coffee culture makes for a relaxing afternoon.
Written by AI from the course data and the race's description; city tips are general knowledge. Check race-day details with the organizer.
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