Eisenhower Marathon
Abilene, United States of America · Monday 19 April 2027
Eisenhower Marathon, held on April 19, 2025, in Abilene, Kansas, is an annual low-key event that attracts runners from America and Britain. The course follows the historic Chisholm Trail, used by Texas cattlemen in the early 19th century. Starting and finishing on Buckeye Avenue across from the Eisenhower Center, the race is closely associated with Dwight Eisenhower, who grew up in the town. This USATF-certified marathon is known for being flat and fast, making it a Boston Marathon qualifier.
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Adjusted Time
4:04:37
Time difference: +4.6 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain133m
Elevation High370m
Elevation Low346m
Weather Forecast
High26°C
Low13°C
Chance of Rain63%
How hard is Eisenhower Marathon?
Difficultharder than 60% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Eisenhower Marathon plays about 8 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #460 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #234 of 575 in United States of America. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Eisenhower Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Eisenhower Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:01:12 | +01:12 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:32:51 | +02:51 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:04:37 | +04:37 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:36:30 | +06:30 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:08:30 | +08:30 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:40:36 | +10:36 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:12:48 | +12:48 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Eisenhower Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Eisenhower Marathon is a full marathon held in Abilene, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 19 April 2027. The course is run on road surface with 133m of total climbing, with its high point near 370m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Eisenhower Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 133m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for April, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 13°C and 26°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a high chance of rain (63%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Road
Eisenhower Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
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