IronHorse Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, steady headwinds
Runners will face a cool start at 47°F, rising to 54°F by the finish. Winds will be a significant factor, with a consistent headwind from miles 3-8 and 20-21, making pacing adjustments crucial during those segments. Humidity levels at 65% suggest a need for hydration, especially as temperatures increase. A light layer may be beneficial during the pre-race warm-up due to the potential for a chilly feel.
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Race Info
The IronHorse Races include a Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Run. All are USATF Sanctioned. The Full Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K are USATF Certified. The Full Marathon takes place on the Wapsi-Great Western Line (WGWL) Trail located in Riceville, Iowa and the Shooting Star Trail in Minnesota. The Half Marathon, 10K and 5K take place on the WGWL Trail. The WGWL Trail has a Northern Branch and a Southern Branch. The races take place on the Rails-to-Trails recognized paved and concrete laid Northern Branch. The Iowan WGWL Trail is the first and official interstate trail connecting to Minnesota’s Shooting Star Trail. Source
