Welcome to The Verrazano 10k, 5k @ Bay Ridge! Join us to run and celebrate the spring running season along the New York Bay! Choose from among 2 distances: 5K or 10K. This is one of the most historic river fronts in the nation with views of the NYC skyline and the iconic Verrazaon Bridge. A well marked and supported course that is fan friendly. We look forward to seeing you there early. To make sure all goes well here are some important points to remember: START TIME: 9:00 AM PACKET PICK UP: From: 8:00 AM so that you can pick up your shirt, bib, and timing tag. BRING PICTURE ID! You need to know your Bib number as bibs are given in numerical order. Also, you can drop off your valuables, warm up, and make any final preparations before the start. LOCATION: American Veteran Memorial Pier, 6904 Shore Rd., Bay Ridge Brooklyn Access by going under the overpass off Shore Rd. and continue to the Pier. BEWARE THAT THE PATH HAS A LANE FOR CYCLISTS AND ANOTHER FOR PEDESTRIANS. YOU AND YOUR FANS N
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for April 5.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Brooklyn, 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
