McGolrick Marathon 2k25
EVENT UPDATE 1/24
Hello Neighbors.
We have some unfortunate news. The Parks Department has asked us to cancel the McGolrick Marathon. We've chosen to cooperate with them and will work on rescheduling the event. We apologize to all runners, spectators, and supporters. We’ll follow up soon about donations and next steps. Please know this blunder is on us and not NBK Mutual Aid. More updates tonight—please hold questions until then.
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PLEASE READ UPDATED INFO BELOW:
Morning Procedures:
-Please arrive at 8:30am.
-Check-in will be between 8:30-8:50am.
-Mandatory pre-race meeting will be held from 8:50-9:00am.
-Race will begin at 9:00am.
-Check in at table by Monitor Memorial on east side of park
-Once name is checked against Partiful RSVP list, runners will write their name on the leaderboard.
-Runners will be given 10 rubber bands to wear around their wrist to track the number of loops run each round. Runners can wear rubber bands on left wrist and transfer 1 band per loop run to right wrist. In practice, you will start with 10 rubber bands on left wrist, after loop #1, you will transfer one rubber band to right wrist. You will continue this until all 10 rubber bands are on right wrist, signifying the end of the round. Answers to questions and further explanation will be given tomorrow.
General Race Info:
-RUN AT YOUR OWN RISK. This race is purely for fun and its purpose is to raise money for NBKMA.
-Safety is our number one concern for both runners and park-goers. Because of this, we have capped the participation at 75 runners. If you are on the waitlist, we kindly ask you not to show up to run, only spectate. Please be mindful of park-goers as you run the race. Do not run in large groups side by side, block/interfere with pedestrians, or cause disturbances. This is a quiet park and we are undoubtedly increasing its typically capacity. We want to limit our disruption.
-Water and Gatorade will be provided while supplies last. Please bring your own vessel to fill.
-Warm drinks, pastries, and bananas will be supplied by Campbell & Co. Thank you to Drama Club for sponsoring.
-Please pick up after yourselves. Littering will not be tolerated.
-Bring all necessary supplies to run a self-supported race. We recommend bringing fuel, water, and any supplies needed between rounds including winter jackets, hand warmers, blankets, etc. It is going to be COLD. Please ensure you run a safe race - stay warm and fueled.
-This run is for fun. Do not push yourself too hard or past your limits. Safety is key.
Rules:
1) Course
-10 loops around McGolrick Park inner path
-Start/end at the Monitor Memorial
-Direction will reverse between rounds (Round 1 - counterclockwise, Round 2 - clockwise, …)
-Distance is ~ 4.167 miles or 6.7056 kilometers
2) Starting Corral
-Corral will be by the Monitor Memorial
-Participants must be in the starting corral at the start bell of each round
3) Starts
-Each round starts precisely 1 hour after the last
-Warning will be given 3, 2, and 1 minutes prior to start
-All competitors must start at the bell (no late starts)
4) Loops
-10 loops must be completed within an hour to be counted… including the final loop.
-Rubber bands will be supplied to wear around wrists to help count loops (further explanation will be given ahead of race)
-Runners will add a tally by their name on the leaderboard after each successful round. Results will be distributed at the conclusion of the race.
-This race is based off the honor system, we trust you will run 10 loops and be honest about each round's completeness.
-Runners will be permitted to leave course for bathroom breaks, bodega runs, etc.
5) Timing
-Timing of rounds will be displayed on a clock at the start corral
6) Winner/Results
-The winner is the final person to complete a round
-Results of each runner in terms of distance covered are to be given.
7) Cap
Race will be open ended - the winner will be chosen when there is one person left!
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Ever dreamed of running a seemingly endless number of laps in our beloved McGolrick Park? Well, you're in luck! Welcome to the first annual McGolrick Marathon!
The McGolrick Marathon with be a philanthropic "Backyard Ultra." What is a backyard ultra? Great question! The backyard ultra or "last one standing" is a form of ultramarathon race where competitors must consecutively run the distance of 6.706 kilometres (4.167 mi) in less than one hour, which is a pace of 100 miles per 24 hours. The race is over when only one runner remains to complete a segment. This runner is marked as the winner!
For the McGolrick Marathon, this means we will run 10 laps every hour, on the hour. Last one standing will be crowned the winner and dubbed the "McGolrick Maniac!"
What's at stake? Wow, another fantastic question! Not a whole lot, but you will have bragging rights and some sore legs! There will be a $10 entry fee for participants who want to run which will be donated to our friends at North Brooklyn Mutual Aid.
Don't want to run? Come spectate by paying the $10 entry fee OR choose to sponsor a runner by contributing money towards each lap they run! For example, if I wanted to sponsor my friend, Ben, I could commit to donating $0.50/lap. If Ben lasts 5 rounds (equal to 50 laps or ~21 miles), you would donate $25. This aspect is pay what you wish! If you choose to sponsor a runner, please forgo the initial payment and leave a comment with the runner of your choice plus your commitment ($/lap).
Send donations to $Phil-Shamet via Venmo. We will compile and make a lump sum donation to North Brooklyn Mutual Aid at the conclusion of the race.
When and where will this happen? OK, you're starting to ask a lot of questions... The marathon will take place on Saturday January 25, 2025. Runners will gather at the Monitor Memorial on the east side of the park at 8:30am and the race will begin promptly at 9:00am. The race will last as long as necessary to crown a champion.
What if I need to pee? Your most important question yet! There are public restrooms in the park which should be open. We will also have a makeshift aid station near the Monitor Monument with water available. With that being said, please bring supplies if you plan on running (water bottle, nutrition, blankets/winter jacket, etc.).
Let's make this a party!
We're excited to kick this event off, raise money for a great cause, and put ourselves through physical and psychological torture!! Feel free to send this to anyone your heart desires, and good luck runners!
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