To Be Announced

Register for the Decker Challenge here.

Race day schedule (tentative):

7:00AM - Race Day Expo opens

8:00AM - Decker Challenge Half Marathon Start

8:45AM - Kid's Mile Start

12:00PM - Decker Challenge Half Marathon course closes

Course Map with Elevation

Half Marathon (Click image for link to MapMyRun)

Kid’s Mile (Click image for link to MapMyRun)

Decker Challenge Pacers – 12/10/23

TRAVIS COUNTY EXPO CENTER

The Twenty-Six Two pacers will help you achieve your Decker goals and navigate the challenging course all the way to the finish line! Our Pace Group Leaders are extremely experienced runners and selected based on their previous running and/or pacing performances. They know what it takes to hold a steady pace over varying terrain and provide a great race experience for their “Pace-ees.” 

We recommend meeting up with the pacers on race day, look for them next to the “Pace Time” signs in the starting area holding up signs with the pace per mile printed on them. They will be wearing Pacer race singlets. Try to meet up with your pace group at least 15 minutes before the start of the race. Before the start, your pace group leader will give you their final instructions. This may include any adjustments being made to the pace due to course conditions. This is another great opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have.

Water station philosophy, regarding whether the pace group will walk or run through it, is up to the pace leader. Each pace leader will let you know their strategy for getting back together after a water stop. Be sure to check with your group leader prior to the start if this is important to you.

We want you to run your own race. If you feel great on race day and want to catch the next group, we’ll cheer you on. If it’s not your day, slow down and wait for the group behind you. And if you want to just fall in and match strides with your pace group leader, we’re sure to appreciate the company!

Pace Groups for 2023 Decker Challenge:

1.30

1.40

1.50

2 hr

2.10

2.20

2.30

2.40

Water Stops

There are 6 water stops on the Decker Challenge course at approximately every 2 miles. Miles 2, 4, 6, 8.5, 10, and Mile 12. Water and sports drink will be available at all stops. Don’t forget to thank our volunteers! The Decker Challenge Course closes at 12:00 pm.

Medical

Medical personnel will be on-site at the finish area before, during, and after the race. Please feel free to find them before you begin your race and let them know of any relevant medical conditions.