Bizz Johnson Marathon

Bizz Johnson Marathon 2026 Course Analysis

Bizz Johnson Marathon is a full marathon held in Susanville, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 11 October 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 169m of total climbing and around 479m of descent (a net drop of roughly 310m), with its high point near 1700m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Bizz Johnson Marathon website.

Elevation Profile

This is a net-downhill course: it descends roughly 310m more than it climbs (169m of ascent against about 479m of descent), dropping from a high point near 1700m toward 1297m above sea level. Point-to-point downhill courses like this are among the fastest available for a personal best or a Boston qualifier - just be aware that sustained descending fatigues the quads late in the race, so ease off early and do some downhill running in training.

Expected Race Day Weather

Based on historical weather data for October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 2°C to 17°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a low chance of rain (3%), so dry conditions are likely.

Surface Type: Trail

Bizz Johnson Marathon is a trail race, meaning the course includes unpaved surfaces such as dirt, gravel, or forest paths. Trail surfaces are usually slower than the road equivalent - often by 10-20% - because of uneven footing, technical sections, and frequently steeper gradients, though a smooth, non-technical or downhill trail can run faster than that suggests. Trail-specific shoes with good grip are recommended.

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