Quad Cities Marathon
Moline, United States of America · Monday 27 September 2027
The Quad Cities Marathon takes place annually in the Midwest, starting and finishing in downtown Moline, Illinois. The course is designed to cross through four cities Moline and Rock Island in Illinois, and Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa spanning two states, and includes crossings over three bridges and one island, all situated along the Mississippi River. This event features a USATF certified course that qualifies participants for the Boston Marathon.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:40:42
Time difference: +40.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain156m
Elevation High210m
Elevation Low169m
Weather Forecast
High22°C
Low13°C
Chance of Rain3%
How hard is Quad Cities Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 91% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Quad Cities Marathon plays about 41 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #100 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #44 of 576 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 Quad Cities 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 Quad Cities Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:31:59 | +31:59 |
| 3:30:00 | 4:06:27 | +36:27 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:40:42 | +40:42 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:14:49 | +44:49 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:48:52 | +48:52 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:22:51 | +52:51 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:56:49 | +56:49 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Quad Cities Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Quad Cities Marathon is a full marathon held in Moline, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 27 September 2027. The course is run on trail surface with 156m of total climbing, with its high point near 210m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Quad Cities Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 156m 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 September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 13°C and 22°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 (3%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Trail
Quad Cities 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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Quad Cities Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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