2 hour barrier will fall on Monday in Boston

Nope; not even close

Maybe wheelchairs. Not runners.

Nope. You'll abandon your handle like trollism, flagpole and Alan. Then you'll get a new one and start over. Rinse and repeat.

I don't see it. You come back now ya hear.........

It doesn't matter, it's not a record eligible course.

Prediction: Winner will run between 2:02:00 -2:05:00.

Women: Between 2:15:00-2:19:00.

And another mentally unwell American.

Beside you would say if they are from Africa they are doping, but if it was an American they are everything that embodies USA!

That 12 mph tailwind only means the fastest runners will be in dead air. It would be a nice 6 mph push in the back for me!

Mmm, if Connor Mantz was there and a de facto pacer like Hall in 2011 then op might be right. But don't see anyone doing that...

It would be cool to see odds on sub 2 at this race. I would put it at something like 15:1 payout if you bet on a sub 2.

It’s possible but I think it’s a stretch. I ran Boston the course record year and it was only 1 minute faster than my 2nd fastest Boston and 2 minutes slower than my PR at CIM.

I predict a 2:02-2:03.

Bryan Hall would like to have a word with you. He still holds the AR last time I checked.

I'll do you one better, two runners will break the 2 hour barrier

But the first one won't be as fast as the second

Horrendous odds prediction. 15-1 is way too low.

He doesn't, and never has. Connor mantz has it, and before him it was KK. Boston isn't record eligible.

Who is this Bryan Hall you speak of?

no way, Boston can be a fast course but it is certainly not Chicago or Berlin and then there is heart break hills. There is a reason why the greatest of all time in their prime never did well there from Abebe Bikila to Eliud Kipchoge. These are the fastest cities and Boston is no where to be found.........................................................................................................................................

Based on course records and runner data, here are the top 10 fastest marathon cities:

* Berlin Marathon (Germany): Known for its incredibly flat, wide, and smooth asphalt, it has hosted the majority of men's world records in the last decade.

* Chicago Marathon (USA): A very flat, fast course favored by elites, consistently ranking among the fastest in the world.

* Valencia Marathon (Spain): Regarded as a "runner-friendly" city, Valencia's course is famously flat and often produces personal bests in perfect November weather.

* London Marathon (UK): Despite stiff competition, London boasts a fast, largely flat route through the city center, leading to fast times.

* Tokyo Marathon (Japan): A very flat course through Tokyo, known for its high-quality field and efficient, fast-paced nature.

* Rotterdam Marathon (Netherlands): Often called the fastest in the Netherlands, it has a history of fast, competitive times.

* Amsterdam Marathon (Netherlands): A fast course that runs partially along the Amstel River, known for its flat profile and fast finishing times.

* Seville Marathon (Spain): Renowned as the flatest marathon in Europe, with a course designed for speed.

* Copenhagen Marathon (Denmark): A very flat and fast, well-organized marathon.

* Frankfurt Marathon (Germany): A very fast, flat course that often attracts elite runners looking to break 2:05. The Running Channel +7

* Other notable fast races include the Gold Coast Marathon (Australia) and the California International Marathon (USA).

Not happening.

This wind will help but it's like going to be 1/3rd to 1/4th the equivalent of you got in 2011.

The bigger issue is you are going to run that fast you have to have the gas pedal pushed down from the very first step. Who is going to set the pace like Ryan Hall in 2011?

Remember OP-------->2:01 plus is NOT sub 2:00.

So don't give us "I was close" garbage.

Anyone can be close if the stars align. Break 2:00 or you get sent packing.