About this episode

The episode features a ranked list of the best road races in America, celebrating significant marathons and their unique qualities.

We hit a milestone and decided to do something worthy of it: build our own ranked list of the best road races in America. From the New York City Marathon’s five-borough roar to Boston’s history-soaked mystique, Chicago’s electric crowds, and the Marine Corps Marathon’s landmark-heavy patriotism, we talk through the races that feel bigger than a finish time and why they earn a spot on a true bucket list. We also keep it real for the runDisney community. Springtime Surprise registration ...

Topics covered

• American road races
• marathons
• running events
• bucket list races
• race experiences

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: runDisney

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