Bound for the Sound

  • Date Sat 21st September 2024
  • Location Old Lyme, Connecticut
  • Price $11.60 - $32.80
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Bound for the Sound, a thrilling 5K and 10K road race taking place on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in the picturesque Old Lyme, located in the beautiful Lower Connecticut River Valley! Both races kick off at the scenic Sound View Beach, where participants will enjoy a mostly flat 10K course with gentle rolling hills, perfect for achieving personal bests. The 5K route is exceptionally flat and fast, making it ideal for runners of all levels.

Participants can look forward to a vibrant race atmosphere, complete with post-race food and drinks to celebrate your achievements. With registration available online through race day, you'll want to secure your spot early to enjoy entry fees of $25 before September 16, which includes a race t-shirt and chip timing. The day begins with the 10K starting at 8 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:15 AM, and a Family Fun Run at 9:15 AM. Plus, parking is free and conveniently managed to ensure a smooth experience for all. Join us for a fantastic day of running, community spirit, and funโ€”all while supporting a great cause, as all race proceeds benefit

Organiser's Description

BOUND FOR THE SOUND IS 5K AND 10K ROAD RACE IN OLD LYME, CT. BOTH COURSES START AT POPULAR SOUND VIEW BEACH IN OLD LYME, CT. THE 10K IS MOSTLY FLAT WITH SOME GENTLY ROLLING HILLS. THE 5K IS VERY FLAT AND VERY FAST. BOTH RACES FINISH DOWN HISTORIC HARTFORD AVENUE FACING THE BEACH. POST RACE FOOD AND DRINK IS INCLUDED IN YOUR RACE ENTRY.

ENTRY FEES

* 10K - $25 Before Sept. 16 and $30 thereafter

* Entry includes a t-shirt and chip timing

* 5K - $25 Before Sept. 16 and $30 thereafter

* Entry includes a t-shirt and chip timing

* Family Fun Run - $10

* Entry includes finisher prize. T-shirt not included.

EVENT SCHEDULE

* Registration available (ONLINE ONLY) up to and including race day
* Race day check in and bib collection from 7:00 am
* 10K race starts at 8 AM
* 5K race starts at 8:15 AM
* Family Fun Run starts at 9:15 am

PARKING

PARKING IS FREE FOR THE EVENT, AND VOLUNTEERS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO ASSIST WITH PARKING MANAGEMENT THROUGHOUT THE DAY.

PLEASE USE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING DESIGNATED PARKING AREAS:

1. TOWN-OWNED LOT AT THE END OF HARTFORD AVENUE IN SOUND VIEW (91 HARTFORD AVE., OLD LYME, CT) [ADJACENT TO START/FINISH]

2. LOT NEXT TO THE OLD LYME POLICE STATION ON SHORE ROAD (290 SHORE ROAD, OLD LYME, CT) [0.4 MILE WALK TO START/FINISH]

3. TOWN-OWNED LOT AT CROSS LANE (12 CROSS LANE, OLD LYME, CT) [0.5 MILE WALK TO START/FINISH]

_***NOTE: IF YOU HAVE AN RV OR A LARGE VEHICLE, PLEASE PARK AT THE CROSS LANE LOT._

WE WILL FILL THE SOUND VIEW LOT FIRST. ONCE IT NEARS CAPACITY, VEHICLES WILL BE DIRECTED TO THE POLICE STATION LOT, AND AFTER THAT, TO THE CROSS LANE LOT.

AWARDS

* Top three overall male and female 5K and 10K finishers

* Top two male & female 5K and 10k finishers in each age groups:

* 12 & under
* 13-19
* 20-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60-69
* 70-79
* 80+

* Fun Runners will each receive finisher prizes

COURSE MAPS

5K STRAVA MAP [https://www.strava.com/routes/3228014167261448122]
10K STRAVA MAP [https://www.strava.com/routes/3219429673446689954]

5K MAPMYRUN [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/294225645]
10K MAPMYRUN [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/294206563]

THE RUN:

* Both the 10K and 5K races are chip timed with instant results
* Scenic course along Long Island Sound
* Rain or Shine
* Walkers Welcome, need to register to participate, and start on time behind runners

THE EXTRAS:

* Race T-shirt for all 5K and 10K participants, please register by Sept. 6 to guarantee first choice size.
* Free Photos and Parking
* Friendly volunteers
* Hydration stations on course and at finish
* Celebrate your achievement with food and drinks.

ALL RACE PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO THE OLD LYME FIRE DEPARTMENT AUXILIARY [https://www.olfd.org/]

VISIT OUR FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE [https://www.facebook.com/groups/813691190203965] TO SPONSOR, VOLUNTEER, OR INVITE FRIENDS. ALL VOUNTEERS RECEIVE A FREE RACE T-SHIRT.

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 21st September 2024

    $32.80

    CLOSED
  • 10k

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 21st September 2024

    $32.80

    CLOSED
  • 1 Mile Family Fun Run

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    Sat 21st September 2024

    $11.60

    CLOSED

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Location

89 Hartford Ave, Old Lyme, 06371, CT, United States

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