Marathon Project (Gold Wave)

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km in Chandler (Arizona, United States)

Location

Chandler, Arizona, United StatesShow on map(33.3062° N, 111.8413° W)

Date & StatusDecember 12, 2026Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Marathon Project (Gold Wave) is an endurance sporting event in Chandler, Arizona, US focused on Road Running. It is part of Boston Marathon Qualifier. Key features include City Run, Nature & Off-Road, Desert, Festive.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Wave of gold (42.2 km, +190 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 12, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (themarathonproject.com).

Official website

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Event characteristics

City Run Nature & Off-Road Desert Festive

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Wave of gold	Road Running	42.2 km	+190 m	215 m - 295 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Road Running 5 km	Road Running	5 km	+22 m	218 m - 227 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+190 m D+

Elevation loss

-190 m D-

Altitude range

215 m - 295 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+190 m D+Peak 295 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 215 m to 295 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 295 m·at 24.2 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Marathon Project (Gold Wave) take place?

Marathon Project (Gold Wave) takes place in Chandler, Arizona, US (start area at coordinates 33.3062° N, 111.8413° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 12, 2026.

What races and distances are offered at Marathon Project (Gold Wave)?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Wave of gold (42.2 km, +190 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Marathon Project (Gold Wave)?

The main competition (Wave of gold over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 215 m and 295 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Marathon Project (Gold Wave)?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (themarathonproject.com).