Sugarloaf Marathon
Carrabassett Valley, United States of America · Monday 17 May 2027
The Sugarloaf Marathon is a long-distance running event held annually in the mountains of Western Maine, following a point-to-point course along Maine Scenic Highway Route 27. The course begins in the town of Eustis, near the Cathedral Pines Campground, traverses through the Carrabassett Valley, and finishes in Kingfield next to a local landmark. The setting features mountainous terrain and scenic views, particularly of the Bigelow Mountain range and the Carrabassett River.
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Adjusted Time
4:03:36
Time difference: +3.6 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain217m
Elevation High472m
Elevation Low178m
Weather Forecast
High22°C
Low11°C
Chance of Rain3%
How hard is Sugarloaf Marathon?
Moderateharder than 51% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Sugarloaf Marathon plays about 7 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #562 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #301 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 Sugarloaf 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 Sugarloaf Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:59:58 | −00:02 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:31:41 | +01:41 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:03:36 | +03:36 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:35:42 | +05:42 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:07:59 | +07:59 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:40:26 | +10:26 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:13:02 | +13:02 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Sugarloaf Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Sugarloaf Marathon is a full marathon held in Carrabassett Valley, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 17 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 217m of total climbing, with its high point near 472m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Sugarloaf Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 217m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course, ranging between roughly 178m and 472m above sea level. 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 May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 11°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: Road
Sugarloaf 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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Sugarloaf Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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