HIP HOP HALF MARATHON & 5K

NYC PARKS SUMMER RACE SERIES
#5 AMERICAN VETERANS MEMORIAL PIER, BROOKLYN

👟 UP JUMP THE BOOGIE🎤

 To the rhythm of the boogie, the beat! This is the last in the NYC Parks Summer Race Series. Choose between a Half Marathon or 5K at the American Veterans Memorial Pier with delightful boardwalk views and the Verrazzano! Grab some 
F-L-Y snacks from: All Round Foods

Want to Experience the Full NYC Parks Summer Race Series?
There are 4 MORE Parks to choose from each with a fun Musical theme!

July 29, 2023

9AM Start - Rain or Shine
FREE Kiddie Dash 8:30AM

American Veterans Memorial Pier
Shore Rd & Bay Ridge Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Public / Street Parking on Bay Ridge Ave or Shore Road

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

For public transportation please check out this link

BOOMBOX FINISHER MEDAL & TEE

 * This color may not be available on race day due to supply chain issues.

AMENITIES

'Informal' bag check as elitefeats cannot take responsibility for any personal belongings. There will be an informal area to leave race belongings in the staging area.

Bathrooms are located within a few minutes walk from start & finish.

Hydration will be provided at finish line.

High Quality Refreshments provided by All Round Foods!

Virtual Option: Compete virtually. You have from the first day of the event and a full week to log your time and up to 5 photos! Your items will begin shipping the first day of the event. More info at the bottom of the page.

AGE GROUP RECOGNITION

Top 1 F/M/X: Overall

Top 1 F/M/X: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+

BENEFICIARY

Proceeds benefit the Never Stop Running Foundation; a 501(c)(3) non-profit that supports athletic and charitable events as they raise awareness and foster community involvement.  Never Stop Running Foundation also supports and develops elite athletes at the local, national and international level.

COURSE

HM = 4 Loops MapMyRun HM Route
The Half Marathon is a 4 loop course. Begin running South and U-Turn at the Half Marathon U-Turn Sign. Electrolytes available for HM only, by the finish line (Opportunity for electrolytes on each loop). Course support for 3HRS 15MIN.

5K = Out & Back MapMyRun 5K Route
5K is One loop Out + Back along the shore. Begin running South and U-Turn at the 5K U-Turn Sign.

*IMPORTANT MESSAGE: MUST run through the finish line on EACH loop for accurate split times and accurate split/finish photos!

BATHROOMS
Porto-Johns available at race site / NYC Parks building bathrooms available near site.

PARKING & PUBLIC TRANSPORATION - Please view the site map for parking areas if you are driving in. Click HERE for public transportation.

Munsee Lenape/Canarsie Lands / Veteran's Pier Brooklyn, NYC*

GETTING YOUR BIB

Virtual: Your bib will be mailed directly to you beginning the Monday prior. Please allow 3-5 days to receive after signing up late. If you don't get your bib in the mail by race day, please use the live chat at elitefeats.com to confirm your shipping address (include an apartment number if applicable)

In-Person options:
Please see the event staff starting one hour before the event start time & refer to the map for bib pickup location!

Have your bib mailed to you prior to the race for $10! *(must be registered 10 days in advance to get a bib mailed)

Wearing Your Bib: The mid-torso is the sweet spot for accurate results. Please be sure to wear your bib just above your belly button, right side up, for best read-rates. Do not fold, crumple or cut your bib in any way. It must be visible to onlookers and not get in the way of your arms/legs. Please use four pins, or four alternative-securing gear such as race magnets, in each corner to ensure proper placement and visibility.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

For Public transportation please check out this link

RESULTS & PHOTOS

LIVE Online/Email/Text Results and FREE Video & Same-day finish line pics
Find Misc Photos on Facebook @elitefeats

TEAM ROSTER

VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS

TRACKING YOUR DISTANCE
4 Laps to one Mile on a Track
Treadmill
MapMyRun.com
Find a Certified USATF Course
Some events display course maps at elitefeats.com
Many parks have measured 'fitness' trails open to the public
 Download free app Strava & hit 'Record'

POSTING TIMES
1. Cover ground whenever & wherever you'd like!
2. On Start Date visit elitefeats.com/Results - search this event.
3. Search your name - click Update.
4. Enter your time.
5. Optional upload up to 5 photos.

WHEN TO POST
EARLY REGISTRANTS (before start day) can start posting times ON start day!
LATE REGISTRANTS (after start day) allow up to 24 hours to post times.
BIB MAILING begins Monday prior to start day. If you register after this, please allow 3-5 business days to receive.
You don't need the bib to participate, it's a keepsake!

FULL RACE VIRTUAL SERIES:
Bibs will be shipped to you prior to the series

You have 9 days to upload your time and photos for each race!
Below is your window of time to do so:

7/1 - 7/9 Upload The Oldies - Marine Park, Brooklyn.

7/9 - 7/16 Upload That 70's Race - Prospect Park, Brooklyn.

7/16 - 7/23 Upload The Awesome 80's - Forest Park, Queens.

7/22 - 7/30 Upload Grunge - Alley Pond, Queens.

7/29 - 8/6 Upload Hip Hop - American Vets Pier, Brooklyn.

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