Central Park Duathlon
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Central Park Duathlon and Team Boat Relay
The 42nd Annual Central Park Duathlon and Team Boat Relay takes place in the Central Park Boat House parking lot on October 4, 2026. This event offers a unique multi-sport format within the landscape of New York City, featuring running, cycling, and rowing. Participation is open to individuals aged 18 and over.
The event provides multiple categories for participants:
- Solo Duathlon: 2.2 mile run, 12 mile bike, 2.2 mile run
- Team Boat Relay: 2.2 mile run, 12 mile bike, 0.7 mile row
- Team Relay Duathlon: Run, bike, run format for two athletes
The run course follows an out-and-back format along the east side of Central Park, with a turnaround at the 96th street Margaret L Kempner Playground. Each run segment covers 2.2 miles. The route includes the ascent of Cat Hill but otherwise features no significant elevation gain.
The cycling portion consists of 12 miles, completed as two loops around the entire Central Park Drive. This 6 mile loop includes Harlem Hill and involves an elevation gain of approximately 300 feet per lap. The park remains open to the public during the event.
In the Team Boat Relay, two partners complete the run and bike segments before boarding a boat at the Central Park Boat House dock. Both teammates row one loop of approximately 0.7 miles through the Lake, passing landmarks such as the Bethesda Fountain and Bow Bridge. The race for relay teams concludes at the yellow finishing buoys at the boat dock.
This event is not USAT certified or sanctioned, and a USAT racing license is not required to participate. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
