The MDI

Road Running covering 21.1 km to 42.2 km in Bar Harbor (Maine, United States)

Location

Bar Harbor, Maine, United StatesShow on map(44.3876° N, 68.2039° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +190 m

The MDI is an endurance sporting event in Bar Harbor, Maine, US focused on Road Running. Key features include Island, Nature & Off-Road, Relay, Point-to-Point.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Marathon (Relay) (42.2 km, +190 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (runmdi.org).

Official website

The MDI in Bar Harbor (Work: "Runners participate in a race in a busy street during a city event with spectators cheering on the sidelines", Photo: Shixart1985, License: CC BY 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Runners participate in a race in a busy street during a city event with spectators cheering on the sidelines" · Photo: **Shixart1985** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 2.0
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Event characteristics

Island Nature & Off-Road Relay Point-to-Point City Run

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon	Road Running	42.2 km	+190 m	8 m - 132 m	Point-to-point course	Route & profile
Marathon (Relay)	Road Running	42.2 km	+190 m	11 m - 135 m	Point-to-point course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Road Running	21.1 km	+95 m	14 m - 76 m	Point-to-point course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+190 m D+

Elevation loss

-162 m D-

Altitude range

8 m - 132 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.8 % / 1.7 %

Course format

Point-to-point course

42.2 km+190 m D+Peak 132 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 132 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -162 m D-)

Peak: 132 m·at 13.1 km·Ø 0.8 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The MDI take place?

The MDI takes place in Bar Harbor, Maine, US (start area at coordinates 44.3876° N, 68.2039° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at The MDI?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Marathon (Relay) (42.2 km, +190 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The MDI?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a point-to-point course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -162 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 132 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 The MDI?

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