Sunday, February 8 • 8:00 a.m. • 13.1 miles • S, Q
Registration for this event is still open! See below for information.
Please note that the Lehman College parking lot by the start line is NOT available for parking.
The only race in the NYRR Half-Marathon Grand Prix Presented by Continental Airlines that takes place on mainland USA, the "Bronx Half" is also the second race in the five course Grand Prix.
Course
All courses are subject to change. Check back here the day before the race for final confirmation.
The 13-mile course will take you south on Goulden Avenue. Turn right on 195th Street, and then right on Sedgwick Avenue to Mosholu Parkway to a turnaround at Marion & Hull Avenues. Retrace the route to 195th Street. Turn left onto Goulden Avenue, and then right onto Bedford Park Boulevard, left onto Paul Avenue and then right onto Mosholu Parkway. Make a quick right onto the Grand Concourse to a turnaround at 179th Street, and return to Mosholu Parkway. Turn right and continue to the same turnaround at Marion & Hull Avenues. Coming back on Mosholu Parkway, turn onto Goulden Avenue to the Finish Line.
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, February 5, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, February 6, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, February 7, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
On Sunday, February 8, at the Bronx Science High School (75 W. 205 Street)
• Sunday, February 8, 6:30-7:30 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.
Directions
By car:
Please note that the Lehman College parking lot by the start line is NOT available for parking. There will be on street parking only for this event.
By public transportation:
1. MANHATTAN via MTA EXPRESS BUS.
BxM4A Bronx Express Bus. Runs north on Madison Ave. Get off at Paul Ave. Please visit the MTA website for up to date schedule: www.mta.info
2. SUBWAY VIA IRT #4 TRAIN (Woodlawn Line)
"#4" Train to Bedford Park Boulevard stop. Walk West along Bedford Park Blvd. for (1) one block and then make a right onto Paul Avenue. Walk one block to 205th Street and make a left. The school is on the right.
3. SUBWAY VIA IND D TRAIN (Independent Line)
"D" Train to Bedford Park Boulevard stop. Walk West along Bedford Park Blvd. for approximately (3) three blocks. Then follow directions above.
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 2010 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 Feb 10, 2009.
[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.
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: jasonrice@anthonytravel.com
Entry Fees
| Members | Jr/Sr Members | Non-Members | |
| On or before January 24 | $15 | $8 | $25 |
| January 25 - February 7 | $20 | $14 | $30 |
| Event Day* | $25 | $15 | $35 |
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.
Continental OnePass Auction
Continental OnePass members can use their miles to bid on several attractive packages for participation in the NYRR Half-Marathon Grand Prix Presented by Continental Airlines series. [More Info]
Register Now
Online and fax registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3.
Online Application
Sponsors
The NYRR Half-Marathon Grand Prix: Bronx is made possible by the support of our sponsors.
Race Scoring
[Scoring and results procedures]
Baggage Facilities
Free baggage facilities will be provided as a convenience. 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.
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.
