NYRR Half-Marathon Series Presented by Continental Airlines
Sunday, October 10 / Distance: 13.1 / Time: 8:30 a.m. / Staten Island / S, Q, C [[Key]]
NOTE: The 1 train is not running from 242nd St to 168th St, and also from chambers to South Ferry. There are Shuttle Busses that replace them.
According to the MTA website, 4/5 service that stops at Bowling Green (3 blocks) from the SI Ferry is running on Sunday without interruption.
Click here to learn more.
We saved the best for last. The NYRR Half Marathon Series Presented by Continental Airlines wraps up with its fifth and final race on Staten Island on Sunday, October 10. Don't miss it! [Register Now]
Be one of the first 75 runners to sign-up for the Staten Island Half-Marathon Presented by Continental Airlines and receive access to the Continental Airlines Hospitality Tent before and after the race.
Course
All courses are subject to change. Check back here the day before the race for final confirmation.
Start on the service road leading to Richmond County Stadium, near the stadium's parking lot C. Follow the dashed blue and red lines (as painted on the roads) to the finish near parking lot C.
Click here to view the course map.
Number Pickup/Registration
Entrants are required to pick up their numbers, scoring chips, and race souvenirs at New York Road Runners (9 East 89th Street) on:
• Thursday, October 7, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, October 8, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, October 9, 11:30-4:30 p.m.
On Sunday, October 10, at Richmond County Stadium (Parking Lot B) between 6:30-8:15 a.m.
Note: Participants must be at least 12 years old. T-shirts will not be available for distribution after the start of the race. PowerBar Gels will be distributed at pre-race registration ONLY.
Navarra Trophy for First FDNY Finisher
The first New York City Fire Department firefighter to finish the race will receive The Fire Lieutenant Victor J. Navarra FDNY Family of Champions Staten Island Half-Marathon Trophy. (Please enter "NYFD" as your team name.) Navarra, was a retired FDNY firefighter who lost his life to cancer in 2007 and had served as a volunteer at Ground Zero following the terrorist attacks of 9/11/2001. He was also the Start Coordinator of the New York City Marathon for 25 years. The Navarra family inaugurated the award in 2008.
Directions
From Manhattan and beyond via transit: Take the Staten Island Ferry from
Whitehall Terminal in Battery Park. Subway stops near the ferry terminal
are South Ferry (1 train), Whitehall Street (R Train), and Bowling
Green (4 and 5 trains). The ferry is free. Exit from the lower level
and follow signs to your right to the race start. We recommend that
you take the 7:30 a.m. ferry at the latest. Please confirm the ferry
schedule prior to race day by visiting Staten Island Ferry Schedule. Note that ferry capacity
is limited, so arrive early to ensure a seat.
By car: Bay Street will close to cars at 7:45 a.m. for the duration of the race. Please plan your travel accordingly. Limited parking is available at the stadium in Parking Lot B until 7:00 a.m. and at 22 Academy Place & 25 Wall Street (8 min walk from Start/Finish). The stadium parking lot will remain closed from 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for the duration of the race. Please follow the directions of race marshals.
From Brooklyn, take the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge lower level to the Bay Street exit (just past the toll booths). Go to the first light and turn left onto Bay Street (or park and walk, run, or take the city bus to the start). Proceed for approximately 2.5 miles to the Richmond County Baseball Stadium.
From New Jersey, take any New Jersey bridge to the Staten Island Expressway east. Follow signs toward the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. Take the Lily Pond Road exit and turn left at the traffic light. At the first lights, turn left onto Bay Street (or park and either walk, run, or take the city bus to the start). Proceed for approximately 2.5 miles to the Richmond County Baseball Stadium.
Time Limit
Participants will be timed up to three hours. After that time, medical facilities and refreshments will not be available. Members who finish after three hours can receive credit toward qualifying for guaranteed entry to the ING New York City Marathon 2011 but will not have a time listed in the race results; e-mail results@nyrr.org to get credit for the race.
Post-Race
Awards will be given in all applicable NYRR age categories.
Only the 1st place male and 1st place female will be awarded on site. Age group awards will be distributed from NYRR office on Tuesday, October 12, 2010. [Awards breakdown]
Participant Photos
brightroom will be photographing all race participants. Make sure your
race number is clearly visible on the front of your shirt so you can
be easily identified. Please click
here to register with brightroom
to be informed when your photos are ready.
Online Training
No matter what your goal or distance, NYRR and Training Peaks can be with you every step of the way as you prepare to go the distance. Sign up now for a training plan from coach Andrew Kastor for the marathon, half-marathon, 10K, or 5K. [More]
Volunteer
If you are interested in volunteering at this race, click here.
Travel
Book flights, hotels, car services, and more through the Official Travel Partner of NYRR, Anthony Travel. You get convenience, guaranteed rooms, and great rates from a travel agency who understands the priorities of runners. Call 800.736.6377 or e-mail: nyrr@anthonytravel.com
Continental Airlines is proud to be the Official Airline of the NYRR Half Marathon Series. With over 260 destinations, Continental provides extensive service throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia, and serves the most international destinations of any U.S. airline. Book your flight today at continental.com.
Entry Fees
| Members* | Jr/Sr Members* | Non-Members | |
| On or before September 25 | $25 | $10 | $40 |
| September 26-October 9** | $30 | $15 | $45 |
| Event Day** | $35 | $20 | $50 |
No refunds, exchanges, or transfers on entry. No credit cards accepted after number pickup begins. Cash or check only.
* Members: You must provide your NYRR member number on event day to receive your member discount; otherwise you will be charged the non-member event fee.
**All NYRR races are capped. Price and entry is subject to availability.
Register Now
Online and fax registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, October 5, provided race capacity has not been reached.
Online Application
Sponsors
The NYRR Half-Marathon Series is made possible by the support of our sponsors.
Race Scoring
[D-Tag Instructions]
[Scoring and results procedures]
Baggage Facilities
Free baggage facilities will be provided as a convenience at Richmond County Stadium (Parking Lot C). If you are planning to use this baggage service, bring a single, inexpensive bag and leave your valuables at home. New York Road Runners is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Lost and Found
The Lost and Found is located in the volunteer tent on race day. Items can also be turned-in or claimed at NYRR's front desk on the next business day following the race.
Rules of Competition
All NYRR races are organized and directed under USA Track & Field rules and regulations. Entrants must also comply with City of New York, Parks & Recreation and NYRR rules. Failure to do so may result in offenders being disqualified and possibly banned from NYRR events, including the ING New York City Marathon. [Click here for rules.]
Babystrollers / Babyjoggers are not permitted on the race course.
