The Less Popular Brooklyn Half Marathon
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Event Overview
The Less Popular Brooklyn Half Marathon takes place in Brooklyn, New York, offering a distance of 21.1 km (13.1 miles). The race is organized by Trimara Inc. and is held along the Shore Road Promenade in the Bay Ridge neighborhood. The event features an open registration for individual age groups and open categories, providing a verified entry for participants.
Course Details
The race is conducted on a flat, out-and-back course along the Shore Road Promenade, providing views of the Hudson River and the Verrazano Bridge. The route consists of two loops. Participants run south from the starting area for approximately 3.2 miles before turning back toward the starting point. The official course support remains open for 3 hours, and the finish line remains active for 3.5 hours.
Location and Infrastructure
The start and finish lines, as well as race registration, are located at the American Veterans Memorial Pier at 6901 Shore Road. The following facilities and transportation options are available:
- Baggage Check: Available for participants at the start/finish area.
- Finisher Medals: Provided to all participants at the completion of the loops at the pier.
- Public Transport: The Bay Ridge Ave station, served by the R train, is approximately 0.6 miles from the pier.
- Parking: On-street parking is available on Shore Road and the surrounding side streets.
Bib pickup occurs on the morning of the event at the American Veterans Memorial Pier. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
