Delaware River Loop Series

Overview:
NEW for 2026→2027

• Updated post-run recommendations: https://bit.ly/PostRunIdeas

• Strictly limited to 100 registrants

The Uptown Gentlefriends present the Delaware River Loop Series, Year 7. This is a non-competitive, no time limit, winter running series featuring 6 loops spanning less than 6 months, totaling 66 miles in NJ and PA along the beautiful and historic Delaware River from Trenton to Frenchtown. The series runs from October 2026 to February 2027. Participants can run on their own or with the group (recommended).

Important Links:

• Everything you need to know is in the packet: http://www.beckinabox.com/LoopSeriesPacket.pdf

• Runner's progress: https://bit.ly/CompletedLoops

• Interactive map: https://maphub.net/beckinabox/map

2026→2027 Group Run Dates (dates may change):
First timers who complete all 6 loops receive a unique handmade Delaware River Loop Series finisher's award.

• Loop #1 - 6.6 miles - October 17th, 8:45am
  Starting and finishing at Yardley Park and Ride / 1799 House. Yardley, PA.

• Loop #2 - 7.1 miles - November 7th, 8:30am
  Starting and finishing at Holcombe Jimison Farmstead Museum. Lambertville, NJ.

• Loop #3 - 7.3 miles - November 28th, 8:30am
  Starting and finishing at Bulls Island Recreation Area. Stockton, NJ.

• Loop #4 - 11.1 miles - December 19th, 8:15am
  Starting and finishing at Yardley Park and Ride / 1799 House. Yardley, PA.

• Loop #5 - 14.8 miles - January 9th, 8:00am
  Starting and finishing at Washington Crossing Park (NJ) / Nelson House. Titusville, NJ.

• Loop #6 - 18.9 miles - January 30th, 7:45am
  Starting and finishing at Bull's Island Recreation Area. Stockton, NJ.

Details:

• Dates may change due to weather and trail conditions. Loops may convert to out-and-back routes due to closures. Information will be emailed to registrants and be posted on the Uptown Gentlefriends Facebook page.

• If you can't make the group run date, you can complete the loops on your own, you have until February 21st, 2027. Send proof/documentation of the entire loop to jbeck@mac.com. A spreadsheet will track everyone's progress.

Fun:

• Post your loop photos on the event page to share with the Uptown Gentlefriends and other participants. The river and surrounding area are beautiful this time of year, and we love to see your perspective.

• Complete the Loop Series more than once to become a member of the exclusive Steam Mule Stable. Repeat finishers receive extra swag!

Price:

• The entire Loop Series is only $15, which covers at least one fully stocked aid station per group run and a unique handmade finisher's award for first-time finishers (repeat finishers receive different gifts every year).

• If you or a friend want to run a loop without participating in the entire series, just show up on the day of any group run. However, registration is required to receive the finisher's award.

• 100% of donations will be used for food and drink.

Visit the Uptown Gentlefriends website for information, photo albums, social media links, upcoming events and more! www.uptowngentlefriends.com

Join fellow runners on October 14, 2023 for the Delaware River Loop Series. It's a fantastic Ultra featuring a flat and fast course in Titusville.