Tyler McCandless
QT: 2:12:28
Residence: Boulder, CO
Hometown: Northampton, PA
College: Penn State University
Age on Race Day: 33
Affiliation: Altra Running, Rabbit Running
Qualifying Race: California International Marathon 2017
Marathon Best: 2:12:28
Social Handles: Instagram/Twitter - @TrackTy
Favorite inspirational quote: "First with the head, then with the heart, that's how you win from the start"
Favorite movie: The Greatest Showman
Biggest accomplishment: Balancing career as a scientist with running at an elite level while making dinner with family every night a priority
Favorite post-race indulgence: Peanut butter M&Ms
Of Note:
- Machine learning scientist at the National Center for Atmospheric Research; affiliate assistant professor of meteorology at Penn State
- Wife is from Marietta/Kennesaw area; son, Levi, is 7 months old
- Runner-up at 2017 USATF Marathon Championships
- Competed in Kauai Marathon (2011-2013) or Half Marathon (2014-2019) and won nine straight years
