VCP50k
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VCP50k

Bronx, New York, United States
May 01, 2027
Trail running

About this race

The Van Cortlandt Park 50k

Founded in 2023 this ultramarathon is designed for a novice to be able to safely complete while also remaining challenging for experienced runners to be able to enjoy a fast time testing their endurance. The course is ten loops of the classic cross country course after an initial lap of the flats. There are rocks and roots but they’re not plentiful.

Overall elevation is about 2200ft

The aid station will be fully stocked with water and gatorade, salty and sweet snacks, fruits and more.You’ll also have easy access to any drop bag you want with your personal items/hydration/nutrition no longer than 1.5 miles away at the furthest point.

There are custom medals, a limited edition singlet, a hot meal and a cold beer post race for each finisher

Overall winners will receive a trophy and cash

Course Record: Adil Filali - 3:58:49 - 2024

*Race packet pickup day of race
*Full information provided to registered racers about a week prior to race day

The historic Tortoise and Hare XC Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/18251130

More races: https://linktr.ee/foresttrailstriders

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Trail running

VCP50k

May 01, 2027 Ultra 8:00 AM
$125.00
Open

Typical race-day weather

Based on 5 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Bronx.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (race-day average) 11.2° / Maximum temperature (race-day average) 20.5°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-day average) 11.2° / Maximum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-day average) 20.5°
Wind (km/h)
Average wind speed (race-day average)
17.9
Precip (mm)
Average precipitation (race-day average)
3.6mm
Humidity
Average relative humidity (race-day average)
67.6%

About Bronx

VCP50k takes place in Bronx, New York, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.

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