Independence Rhode Race
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Independence Rhode Race - Bristol, RI
The Independence Rhode Race is a Green-Certified half marathon held in Bristol in partnership with the Bristol Fourth of July Committee during the town's Oldest 4th of July Celebration. The event follows downtown streets and coastal paths, passing historic homes, the town common, and the America’s Cup Museum before routing through Roger Williams University and finishing at Independence Park with views of Mt. Hope Bridge and Narragansett Bay.
Distances include:
- Half marathon - 13.1 miles through downtown, along coastline, finishing at Independence Park.
- Two-person relay - first leg 7.5 miles, exchange at Roger Williams University, second leg 5.6.
The course includes some unpaved sections and shell paths. The half marathon has a 3.5 hour course limit; an early start option is available for participants who need extra time. Pace groups are provided for several target finish times. Aid stations are located along the route and offer water, Nuun electrolyte drink, GU Energy gels, bananas, and port-a-potties. RaceJoy live tracking is available for participants who carry their phones and activate tracking before the race.
Included amenities listed for participants are gender and race specific tech shirts, free race photos, finisher medals for half marathon finishers, a post-race festival with music and a recovery zone with complimentary post-race massages. Age-group and open awards are distributed to top finishers, and relay teams receive top-team awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
