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Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC (39)

Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC (39)

Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC offers a straightforward out-and-back course in Boone.

Race Date

Sep 26, 2026

Location

Boone, NC

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Location
Boone, North Carolina
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
3

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Great MedalGreat Swag

Course

Well Marked

The Experience

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC is part of a series focused on providing a solid race experience. The event utilizes an out-and-back course design, allowing runners to complete multiple loops depending on their chosen distance.

The half marathon course is an out-and-back of 3.28 miles, which runners will complete four times to cover the full 13.1 miles. The course has a time limit of 6 hours, accommodating a wide range of running paces. Participants can expect finisher medals and shirts as part of the race package.

This event is organized by US Road Running, a company that hosts numerous races across the country. Runners can find more details on their website regarding awards, costumes, and frequently asked questions.

Race-provided description

US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Start Time

8:30 AM

Start Location

355 M.L.K. Jr. St, Boone, NC, 28607

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size2/15

~3 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details8/15

4 timing sources · 3 photos

National draw2/10

runners from 2 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:59:42

Weather5/10

typical high 68°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

53°

Afternoon (High)

68°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.4"

Precipitation

10 mph

Wind

80%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 3 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

3

Median time

2:15:21

Latest turnout

3

States

2

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:55p50 median ≈ 2:153:20
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC (39)?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC (39) is held on Saturday, September 26, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.

Where does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC (39) take place?

It takes place in Boone, North Carolina.

What distances does the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC (39) offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.

Is the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC (39) course flat and good for a PR?

The Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC (39) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

How many people run the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC (39)?

HalfRuns has finish records for 3 runners who have completed the Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at NC (39).

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