Parallel of Latitude Endurance Race
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Parallel of Latitude 8‑Hour Endurance Race & Relay
The event is an eight hour fixed time race for solo competitors and relay teams held on the Jim Schug Trail at Dryden Lake Park. Participants complete repeated loops of a measured course and the total miles completed during the eight hour window determine results.
The main loop is a flat, scenic 3.45 miles out and back along a rail trail near Dryden Lake with little to no elevation gain. One well stocked aid station is located at the loop start and finish and offers standard race supplies and snacks such as pickles, soda, and potato chips. Two park pavilions and grass space are available for personal crew or aid tents on a first come first serve basis; typical single participant tent size is about 10' x 10'. Mini loops of 0.4 miles are available during the event's final hour and count only as complete loops.
Relay teams choose a baton at packet pick up or may bring a reasonable own baton. Team size ranges from 2 to 6 members and team members may not run consecutive loops. All participants receive a custom concrete finisher stone showing their mileage; additional awards include larger stones for top finishers and lifetime mileage awards at set intervals. The event is listed as an RRCA 2026 New York State Championship Event. Race policies include no littering, visible bibs, no pacers, no dogs, no headphones, and no jogging strollers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
