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Generic gear lists don't cut it when you're lining up in Burlington in late May—Vermont's weather has a personality all its own. We talked to local race veterans about the apparel and equipment they swear by, the mistakes they made early on, and exactly what you should be stuffing into your gear bag before the Vermont City Marathon.
Never run a marathon before? Good news — neither had thousands of Vermont City Marathon finishers before they started. This 16-week plan walks you through every step, from your first long run to crossing that finish line on Church Street.
Vermont's rolling terrain and dramatic elevation shifts aren't just scenic backdrops — they're world-class training tools hiding in plain sight. Local coaches and seasoned Vermont runners explain why running the Green Mountains gives you a cardiovascular edge that flat-course athletes simply can't replicate. If you've been cursing those climbs, it's time to start thanking them.