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Greensboro, NC
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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Race Dates
2026: Saturday, October 17, 2026Course Information
Profile: Rolling HillsRace Day Weather
Mean Temp.: 59°F (15°C)PR Score & Course Score
PR Score: 96.48Race Size
2025: 154 FinishersBQ Percentages
2025: 3.9%Miscellaneous Information
Pace Groups?: Yes
The Cannonball Marathon was the 299th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 309th largest marathon in the U.S..
In 2025, 3.9% of Cannonball Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 5.8% of finishers qualified for Boston.
Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Cannonball Marathon ranked 331st among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 266th in 2024. In North Carolina, it ranked 8th in 2025 and 7th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.
The Cannonball Marathon has a Course Score of 97.34, ranking it as the 392nd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 13th fastest marathon course in North Carolina.
Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Cannonball Marathon a PR Score of 96.48. The PR Score ranks the Cannonball Marathon as the 384th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 13th best marathon for a PR in North Carolina.
Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Cannonball Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and North Carolina for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.
Max Elevation: 936 feet (285m)
Min Elevation: 715 feet (217m)
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