In 28 days · Sat, Oct 17, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
Airline Trail, Northeast CT
Distances
Marathon · Half · 10K
Typical weather
46–63°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
41–61°F
dry
2024
35–55°F
dry
2023
42–60°F
dry
2022
44–60°F
rain
2021
49–61°F
rain
2020
41–57°F
rain
2019
45–56°F
rain
2018
39–58°F
dry
2017
39–57°F
dry
2016
57–73°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Race Date: 2026-10-17
- Location: Airline Trail, Northeast, CT
- Race Types: Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K
- Team Options: Up to 5-person relay teams available
Experience the Event
- Nature: Enjoy the quiet solitude of nature along the course
- Support: Bursts of energetic and supportive volunteers at 4 relay stations
- Prizes: Great prizes and SWAG for participants
- Cause: Proceeds help local students pursue their higher education dreams
Getting There
- Distance: Just 45 minutes from Providence
- Distance: 1 hour from Boston
- Tagline: Northeast Connecticut’s Unique Race in an Amazing Place!
More Information
- Website: TACKLETHETRAIL.ORG
- Registration: Sign up here
Course map
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