Race Austin: Holiday Victory Lap - Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K

🏅 HOLIDAY VICTORY LAP

🗓️ EVENT DETAILS

• Date: December 14th, 2025
• Time: 9:00 AM
• Location: Pace Bend Park, Spicewood, TX
• Race URL: Click here

🏃 RACE OPTIONS

• Boston Qualifying Marathon: 26.2 miles
• Half Marathon: 13.1 miles
• 10K: 6.2 miles
• 5K: 3.1 miles

🌟 COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

• Strategic Loop Design: 1.6 miles per loop, 16 loops for full marathon
• 100% Paved Surface: Smooth, consistent running conditions
• Minimal Elevation: About 33 ft of gain per loop
• Personal Aid Station: Access nutrition every 1.55 miles

🎖️ BOSTON QUALIFICATION ADVANTAGE

This is a USATF-certified marathon course (Certification code: TX25015LAB) specifically designed for Boston qualification. The unique loop format allows runners to master the course strategically, making it ideal for achieving qualifying times.

🛠️ EVENT FEATURES

• Professional Chip Timing: Accurate splits and finish times for all participants
• Frequent Split Times: Track your progress every lap
• Spectator-Friendly Format: Cheer from multiple spots with ease
• Finisher Recognition: Challenge coin and medal for all finishers

⏱️ PACE REQUIREMENTS

The Star of Texas Marathon Challenge has checkpoint guidance for sub-4 goal runners:

• 9:45 AM: Complete at least 3 loops (4.65 miles)
• 10:30 AM: Complete at least 6 loops (9.3 miles)
• 11:15 AM: Complete at least 9 loops (13.95 miles)
• 12:00 PM: Complete at least 12 loops (18.6 miles)

🎉 READY FOR YOUR HOLIDAY VICTORY?

Join us at Pace Bend Park on December 14th for a unique loop course experience with Boston Qualifier potential!