What are the qualifying races for the Boston Marathon?
What are the qualifying races for the Boston Marathon?
2021 Boston Marathon Qualifying Races
| Race Name | 2021 Boston Qualification Period # of BQs BQ% | |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | U.S. Olympic Trials Marathon (2020) (2020) Atlanta, GA | 565 100% |
| 21 | Mountains 2 Beach Marathon (2019) Ventura, CA | 537 31.2% |
| 22 | Twin Cities Marathon (2019) St. Paul, MN | 536 7.9% |
| 23 | Mesa Marathon (2019) Mesa, AZ | 453 20.5% |
How fast do I have to run to qualify for Boston?
Athletes must meet time standards which correspond to age and gender
| Age Group | MEN | WOMEN |
|---|---|---|
| 18-34 | 3hrs 00min 00sec | 3hrs 30min 00sec |
| 35-39 | 3hrs 05min 00sec | 3hrs 35min 00sec |
| 40-44 | 3hrs 10min 00sec | 3hrs 40min 00sec |
| 45-49 | 3hrs 20min 00sec | 3hrs 50min 00sec |
Can you qualify for Boston in an Ironman?
The run course needs to be USATF certified in order for you to qualify for Boston during an IM run.
Where does the UTMB qualifying race take place?
UTMB qualifying races are all trail races that take place all over the world, and that offer a varying number of ITRA points on completion (and some need to be completed within a certain time limit to count).
How many points do you need for the UTMB?
To qualify for entry into the UTMB lottery, you have to gain points by competing in qualifying races. The number of qualifying points required for the 2014 race is 7, and these points have to be gained over a 2 year period (from Jan 1st 2012 to Dec 31st 2013) in a maximum of 3 races.
How many people run the UTMB in Mont Blanc?
About 2300 runners start the UTMB, but in combination with its partner races, the TDS, CCC, PTL, and the new OCC, almost 10,000 runners come together for a week long celebration on the trails around Mont Blanc. Scott LaBerge and I ran the 2013 race, and if I had to describe the trip in one word…it would be “Epic”.
Do you need ITRA points for UTMB race?
The UTMB race uses ITRA points for determining if runners are eligible to enter a lottery to obtain a bib for one of their races. It’s best to check the organizer’s website for the latest details on how to accumulate points, which races offer points, and how many points are needed for your chosen UTMB distance.