This is where I write about the parts of Chicago Marathon prep that don't fit neatly into a guide. Race recaps, gear that held up, training decisions I'd make differently. The stuff that comes from actually running it. The weather history piece below started as a research project before my 2024 race and turned into the most complete public archive I could find.
In-depth guides and insights for Chicago Marathon runners.
2026 Chicago Marathon Recap: Big Crowds, Brutal Sunshine, and a Race That Fell Apart
My Chicago 2026 race recap: outstanding crowds, relentless sunshine, a tough final third, and what my pace and heart rate data revealed.
2026 Chicago Marathon Race Week Checklist: What Is Coming and When
The confirmed packet ticket date, Expo hours, corral close times, wave starts, aid station layout, bib rules, and course time limit for race week.
2026 Chicago Marathon Medal: What It Looks Like
The 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon medal, revealed via Instagram: the skyline design, the ribbon, and what's engraved on the back.
The Chicago Marathon Is Adding Water Refill Stations This Year
The 2026 Chicago Marathon is adding four Culligan Water Refill Stations on course. Here's where they are, how they work, and what to know if you run with a soft flask or hydration vest.
Stop Checking the Temperature. Check the Dew Point Instead.
Heat and humidity wreck more training runs than anything else. Here's what a full Chicago summer of logging dew point next to pace and heart rate actually showed me.
The Reddit Round-Up: What r/ChicagoMarathon Was Talking About in July 2026
Ten weeks out and the sub is in full peak-training mode. Corral assignments and summer heat dominated July, plus my own read on both since I'm living through the same block.
YouTube Creators
Chicago Marathon content from creators who know the course, the community, and the culture.
Floberg Runs
@flobergruns
Elite Chicago-based marathoner sharing training insights, course breakdowns, and race-day experiences. Known for his detailed Chicago Marathon course videos and sub-2:32 racing content. Perfect for runners looking for serious training inspiration and local course knowledge.
Kofuzi
@kofuzi
One of running's most respected voices, covering everything from shoe reviews to major marathon weekends. His Chicago Marathon weekend vlogs capture the energy of race weekend, expo highlights, and the community that makes Chicago special. Great for gear insights and race coverage.
2025 Marathon Videos
Top videos from elite athletes and running content creators capturing the 2025 Chicago Marathon experience.
Conner Mantz 20 Mile Long Run During 2025 Chicago Marathon Build
A documentary-style look at elite runner Conner Mantz's preparation, focusing on a critical 20-mile long run workout during his buildup for the Chicago Marathon.
CHICAGO MARATHON 2025 - My Fastest Ever.
Floberg Runs' personal race day vlog, covering the experience of running the Chicago Marathon, his emotional finish, and his goal of setting a new personal best.
CHASING CHICAGO - How I set a NEW Personal Best in the Windy City
Olympian Rory Linkletter's personal film detailing his experience and strategy for the 2025 Chicago Marathon, where he was aiming for the North American marathon record. The video captures the moments leading up to the race and his emotional recap of achieving a personal best.
Chicago Marathon 2025 Top Finishing Americans: Conner Mantz and Natosha Rogers
A post-race interview featuring the top American finishers, capturing their immediate reactions and insights after crossing the finish line.
Chicago Marathon 2025 | A Weekend in the Windy City
A comprehensive look at the entire race weekend experience, including the shakeout run with New Balance, the Expo, fueling strategies, and cheering on runners along the course.