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Running · Marathons

Run Ratalang Marathon 2027

Race day
Saturday, 30 January 2027
Location
Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve, Port Elliot, Australia
Distance
26.2 mi / 42.2 km

Run Ratalang Marathon: 30 January 2027, from Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve, Basham Beach Road, Port Elliot SA. Entry, route and a pace chart.

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Run Ratalang Marathon Race Timeline

Training Phase Build Phase Taper Race Week Race Day Race Completed

142 days to go

More than 84 days out — a good window to build a consistent base before marathon-specific training ramps up.

Generated mark — no elevation published for this course

Run Ratalang Marathon 2027: quick answers

When is Run Ratalang Marathon 2027?

Run Ratalang Marathon 2027 takes place on Saturday, 30 January 2027, starting at 10:00pm.

What time does Run Ratalang Marathon start?

Run Ratalang Marathon starts at 10:00pm from Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve, Basham Beach Road, Port Elliot SA.

Where does Run Ratalang Marathon start?

Run Ratalang Marathon starts at Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve, Basham Beach Road, Port Elliot SA. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.

How many miles is Run Ratalang Marathon?

Run Ratalang Marathon is 26.2 miles (42.2km).

Key Race Metrics & Overview

Date
Saturday, 30 January 2027
Distance
26.2 miles / 42.2km
Location
Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve, Port Elliot, Australia
Start Point
Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve, Basham Beach Road, Port Elliot SA
Start time
10:00pm
Surface
Road

Not published by the organiser at the time of writing: finish point, cut-off time, age requirement, tracking app. Verus records these as unconfirmed rather than estimating them — check the official race website closer to race day.

Direct Entry Summary

Not published for this event — check the official race website.

Ballot Policy

No ballot — entry is direct through Fleurieu Outdoor Adventure Management.

Run Ratalang Marathon Race Day Weather

A real forecast appears here once one exists for race day — usually about a week to ten days out. Nothing is shown until then, because a made-up forecast is worse than none.

Run Ratalang Marathon Route Map & Elevation Profile

Starting at Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve, Basham Beach Road, Port Elliot SA. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.

Is Run Ratalang Marathon flat?

No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: road.

Run Ratalang Marathon Course Profile

Elevation change not published for this event.

Startmi 13.126.2mi

Tap a point on the course for details.

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Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve, Basham Beach Road, Port Elliot SA

Start line.

Where Run Ratalang Marathon starts and finishes

Run Ratalang Marathon starts at Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve, Basham Beach Road, Port Elliot SA. We haven't been able to place those on a map accurately enough to show one — a pin in the wrong place is worse than no pin.

These are the start and finish points, not the route. Verus doesn't hold course files for this race, and drawing a line between two pins would be a guess you might end up training on.

Full Run Ratalang Marathon Route Breakdown

The Run Ratalang course takes place on a 5.275km loop within the beautiful Ratalang Reserve, Bashams Beach. Runners will enjoy a scenic route with stunning coastal views. The terrain is flat and well-maintained, ideal for endurance running. The midnight marathon and half marathon offer a magical experience under the stars, while the 12-hour endurance run challenges participants to push their limits over multiple laps.

Run Ratalang Marathon Pace Calculator & Splits

Run Ratalang Marathon Pace Calculator

Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.

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target time

Average pace / mile

9:10

Average pace / km

5:42

5K28:28
10K56:55
Half Marathon2:00:05
30K2:50:46
Finish4:00:00

Run Ratalang Marathon Pace Chart

Split markers calculated for standard checkpoints — no official pacers are confirmed for this event.

Target Pace /mi Pace /km 5K10KHalf Marathon30KFinish
3:00 6:52 4:16 21:2142:411:30:042:08:043:00:00
3:15 7:27 4:37 23:0746:151:37:342:18:443:15:00
3:30 8:01 4:59 24:5449:481:45:052:29:253:30:00
3:45 8:35 5:20 26:4153:221:52:352:40:053:45:00
4:00 9:10 5:42 28:2856:552:00:052:50:464:00:00
4:15 9:44 6:03 30:141:00:292:07:353:01:264:15:00
4:30 10:18 6:24 32:011:04:022:15:063:12:064:30:00
4:45 10:53 6:46 33:481:07:362:22:363:22:474:45:00
5:00 11:27 7:07 35:341:11:092:30:063:33:275:00:00
5:30 12:36 7:50 39:081:18:162:45:073:54:485:30:00
6:00 13:44 8:32 42:411:25:233:00:084:16:086:00:00
6:30 14:53 9:15 46:151:32:303:15:084:37:296:30:00
7:00 16:02 9:58 49:481:39:373:30:094:58:507:00:00

Run Ratalang Marathon Finish Time Estimator

Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your Run Ratalang Marathon finish time.

Your 5K time

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Estimated Run Ratalang Marathon finish

3:59:36

An estimate only, based on Pete Riegel's race-time prediction formula. Real marathon performance depends on endurance, training specificity, pacing and race-day conditions — not just your speed over a shorter distance.

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Run Ratalang Marathon Race Day Checklist

Tap items to mark off your race-day readiness.

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  • Race number attached, and any timing chip fitted per your race pack instructions
  • Weather-appropriate kit, plus something warm and disposable to discard before the start
  • A plan for reaching Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve, Basham Beach Road, Port Elliot SA
  • A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race

Training Strategy for Run Ratalang Marathon

Standard Training Window

16-20 weeks is the target window for first-time marathoners; 12-16 weeks is solid if you're already maintaining a baseline mileage. Arrive with your longest run behind you in training, not on race day itself.

Terrain Specificity

This is a largely flat course, so most of your long runs can mirror that — flat and steady, building time on feet rather than hill strength.

The Taper Phase

Reduce overall mileage across the final 2-3 weeks while preserving short race-pace bursts. Arrive at Ratalang (Basham Beach) Conservation Reserve, Basham Beach Road, Port Elliot SA fresh, energized, and primed — not fit, fresh.

Pacing Execution

Lock in your target pace using the interactive splits calculator below — no official pacers are confirmed for this event, so a pace band on your watch is the more reliable option.

Fuel & Hydration Prep

Test your race-day fuel and hydration plan on your long training runs, not for the first time on race day — check the Race Day Checklist below for what's actually on this course.

How many weeks do you actually need to train for a Marathon?

Marathon Nutrition & Fueling Plan

2-3 Days Prior

A deliberate increase in carbohydrate over the two to three days before the race is the well-established approach at marathon distance.

Race Morning

Eat a carbohydrate-focused breakfast two to three hours before the start, and stick to something you've already tested in training rather than trying anything new.

On-Course Fueling

Most runners take on carbohydrate every 30 to 45 minutes from about an hour in, alongside fluid at the on-course stations.

Post-Race Recovery

A mix of carbohydrate and protein in the hour or so after finishing supports recovery.

Run Ratalang Marathon Charity Places 2027

No formal charity-place scheme published — runners commonly fundraise for a charity of their own choosing.

Impactful Storytelling

Lead with your personal story — explain why the charity matters to you. Personal connection generates 3x more support than a generic link broadcast.

Social Campaign Milestones

Share key training milestones on Instagram (first 10-miler, peak week, race week) with your fundraising link in bio. Publicly thanking donors prompts secondary gifts!

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Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other Run Ratalang Marathon fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.

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Run Ratalang Marathon Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know for race weekend.

Race details independently compiled and fact-checked by Tommo against the official Run Ratalang Marathon site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.