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Urban Stair Climb Race: VERTICAL CHALLENGE 3.0

  • Manhattan College 3900 Waldo Avenue Bronx, NY, 10463 United States (map)

THE CHALLENGE

Run 0.36 miles downhill on Waldo Avenue to Waldo Walk to Irwin Avenue to W. 238th Street. Up 238th Street Stairs (120 steps). Most laps in one hour wins.

https://www.strava.com/routes/6730043



ABOUT

Clear your calendar - It's going down! Well actually, it's going up! You're invited to take part in the challenge. Come one, come all, summit the stairs at Camp SinCane, and enjoy a nice cup of hot chocolate at the top. This is going to be epic!



DATE

February 24, 2019



TIME

11:30 AM - Bag Drop
11:45 AM - Rules & Course Briefing
12:00 PM - Men's Race
1:15 PM - Women's Race



PRIZES

To top male and female finishers, plus primes.



LOCATION

Manhattan College
3900 Waldo Avenue
Bronx NY 10463



BENEFICIARY

100% of profits will go to Back On My Feet (NY Chapter). Back on My Feet seeks to revolutionize the way our society approaches homelessness. Their unique running-based model demonstrates that if you first restore confidence, strength and self-esteem, individuals are better equipped to tackle the road ahead and move toward jobs, homes and new lives. For all in need, they aim to provide: practical training and employment resources for achieving independence; an environment that promotes accountability; and a community that offers compassion and hope.



DISCLAIMER

In the event of unsafe conditions, the race will be rescheduled

 
Earlier Event: September 26
The Donut Mile