39th Annual March Classic Duathlon
- Date Sun 22nd March 2026
- Time 4:30AM EDT
- Location New York, New York
- Price Free - $128.20
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the 39th Annual March Classic Duathlon, taking place on Sunday, March 22, 2026, in the beautiful Central Park! This exciting event marks the kickoff of the 2026 racing season and is perfect for athletes of all levels, whether you're a seasoned competitor or new to the sport.
Starting bright and early at 7:00 am, participants will tackle a thrilling course that features two 2.2-mile runs and a challenging 12-mile bike ride. Runners will enjoy the scenic views of Central Park as they navigate the out-and-back format along the Central Park Drive, while cyclists will conquer two loops around the park, facing some fun hills along the way. With a total elevation gain of approximately 250 feet per loop, this race offers a great opportunity to test your fitness after the off-season. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this iconic event and see how much you’ve improved since last year!
Starting bright and early at 7:00 am, participants will tackle a thrilling course that features two 2.2-mile runs and a challenging 12-mile bike ride. Runners will enjoy the scenic views of Central Park as they navigate the out-and-back format along the Central Park Drive, while cyclists will conquer two loops around the park, facing some fun hills along the way. With a total elevation gain of approximately 250 feet per loop, this race offers a great opportunity to test your fitness after the off-season. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this iconic event and see how much you’ve improved since last year!
Organiser's Description
RACE START TIME AND LOCATION:
Our first race of the 2026 season is just around the corner. We are back in Central Park for our 39th Annual Central Park March Classic Duathlon on March 22! Is the time of the year to see how much fitness you have gained or lost during the off season. If you are new in our sport or just starting out, this is the prefect race to get your feet wet! Who knows, you may be doing your first Ironman 70.3 in your near future!
The race starts at 7:00 am and finishes by the Central Park Boat House parking lot. Both Run #1 and #2 is 2.2 miles each, in out/back format. You will be running on the Central Park Drive and making your way to the 96th Street Playground, right after the crosswalk. You will see a sign telling you to turn around and running back to the Central Park Boat House. Dont turn around early or late. When you see the playground on your right, you arent far from the turn around sign. No significant elevation gain other than at the beginning you have to run up the Cats Paw hill.
The bike course consists of riding 2 full loops around the Central Park drive. You are riding 6 miles per loop, 12 miles in total. The total elevation gain is about 250ft per loop. Is a challenging, hilly course for sure! The park is still open to the public and the course marshals will be at various points on the course to alert you and other park users.
Remember to read our Race FAQs if you havent done so.
MARCH CLASSIC DUATHLON DISTANCE:
Run distance is 2.2 miles.
Bike distance is 12 miles (2 loops).
Run distance is 2.2 miles.
VOLUNTEERS:
You are needed from 4:30 am to 11 am. Our races start at 7:00 am unless stated the otherwise. Once you arrived, report to our Victor, our Race Director. He will go over your race duty as well as where you need to be. Dont leave until the race is finished. You have to sign out to earn your race credit for your next race.
_The March Classic Duathlon is not USAT certified or sanctioned. USAT racing license isnt required to compete in our race._
Our first race of the 2026 season is just around the corner. We are back in Central Park for our 39th Annual Central Park March Classic Duathlon on March 22! Is the time of the year to see how much fitness you have gained or lost during the off season. If you are new in our sport or just starting out, this is the prefect race to get your feet wet! Who knows, you may be doing your first Ironman 70.3 in your near future!
The race starts at 7:00 am and finishes by the Central Park Boat House parking lot. Both Run #1 and #2 is 2.2 miles each, in out/back format. You will be running on the Central Park Drive and making your way to the 96th Street Playground, right after the crosswalk. You will see a sign telling you to turn around and running back to the Central Park Boat House. Dont turn around early or late. When you see the playground on your right, you arent far from the turn around sign. No significant elevation gain other than at the beginning you have to run up the Cats Paw hill.
The bike course consists of riding 2 full loops around the Central Park drive. You are riding 6 miles per loop, 12 miles in total. The total elevation gain is about 250ft per loop. Is a challenging, hilly course for sure! The park is still open to the public and the course marshals will be at various points on the course to alert you and other park users.
Remember to read our Race FAQs if you havent done so.
MARCH CLASSIC DUATHLON DISTANCE:
Run distance is 2.2 miles.
Bike distance is 12 miles (2 loops).
Run distance is 2.2 miles.
VOLUNTEERS:
You are needed from 4:30 am to 11 am. Our races start at 7:00 am unless stated the otherwise. Once you arrived, report to our Victor, our Race Director. He will go over your race duty as well as where you need to be. Dont leave until the race is finished. You have to sign out to earn your race credit for your next race.
_The March Classic Duathlon is not USAT certified or sanctioned. USAT racing license isnt required to compete in our race._
Races
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Duathlon
Incl. $6.40 Fee & Running Beanie
Sun 22nd March 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$96.40
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Volunteer 1 for 1
Incl. Running Beanie
Sun 22nd March 2026 (4:30AM EDT)
Free
The volunteers must check in at 5 am. Once you arrived, report to our Race Directors (George or Hunter). They will go over your race duty as well as where you need to be. Dont leave until the race is finished (usually around 11am). You have to sign out to earn your race credit! Use your race credit for your next free race, for you or your friend! -
Team Relay Duathlon
Incl. $8.20 Fee & Running Beanie
Sun 22nd March 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$128.20
For 2 athletes. One person runs, one person bikes, and one person runs. You must create a new name for your relay team.
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