Your 2026 Challenge Starts ANYTIME YOU'RE READY! The Manhattan to Montauk Epic 180-Mile Challenge Two months to complete! JOIN TODAY! Experience an epic city-by-city expedition from Manhattan to Montauk. Along the way, you will earn milestone badges for each major city/landmark. Make no mistake, this virtual challenge will test you! But don't fret, as we will motivate you along the way! All challengers receive a limited edition Manhattan to Montauk Trucker Hat , a gorgeous Finisher's Medal, a complimentary window sticker and a custom Pre-Race Bib, as well as Live Map Tracking of your progress, a Challenger's Leaderboard, a digital Finisher's Certificate with your stats and access to our Challenger's Community on Facebook. Live Map Progress Tracking! You will be able to see your progress along the route as you enter your mileage! Our live map tracking feature will even allow you to see where your fellow challengers are on the map compared to you - now that's some motivation! (see exampl
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for January 15.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Anywhere, NY.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
