Hua Sports Marathon
Maryland, United States of America · Saturday 12 September 2026
The event takes place in Point of Rocks, Maryland, utilizing the C&O Canal Towpath as its course. The route is a straightforward out-and-back, following the Potomac River for its entire length. The path itself is wide and semi-paved, consisting mostly of packed gravel, which means footing is generally stable but runners should expect the feel of a softer surface compared to asphalt.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
3:57:33
Time difference: -2.5 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain31m
Elevation High69m
Elevation Low62m
Weather Forecast
High26°C
Low11°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Hua Sports Marathon?
Moderateharder than 30% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Hua Sports Marathon plays about 2 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #806 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #405 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 Hua Sports 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 Hua Sports Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:57:13 | −02:47 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:27:24 | −02:36 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:57:33 | −02:27 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:27:40 | −02:20 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:57:45 | −02:15 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:27:49 | −02:11 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:57:52 | −02:08 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Hua Sports Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Hua Sports Marathon is a full marathon held in Maryland, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 12 September 2026. The course is run on road surface with 31m of total climbing, with its high point near 69m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Hua Sports Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 31m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 11°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 low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Hua Sports 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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