Over three decades ago, Win Skeele, a local businessman and former teacher, entered and came in last of the 24 runners in a first cross-country race as part of the Firemen’s Fair program. Since then, Win has gone from participant to director, and the Tromptown Run has become a full-fledged running event.
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Race Info
The two runs are some of New York State’s most challenging, even nationally challenging, and yet scenic runs. The half-marathon takes you through parts of three counties; the marathon takes you through four counties. That curious fact about the marathon should put us at number one in the nation in that category.
High-quality t-shirts featuring the two admirals and finishing medals are furnished to all half marathon participants.
The top three finishers in each of the age groups receive the awards. Also, special awards will be given to the top male and female finishers for each run.
Race Date
August 8-10, 2024.
Location
711 Railroad Street
DeRuyter School Gym
DeRuyter, NY 13052 US
Directions
Distances
- Half marathon (13.1 miles)
- 5K
Starting Time
August 8, 2024
- 6:00 PM – 5K
August 10, 2024
- 7:30 AM – half marathon
Entry Fees
- $75 and up – half marathon
- $40 and up – 5K
Course Map
The 45-year-old half marathon course includes circling the lake, then the continuation of the sights, sounds, and smells of fresh country air as you leave the dam, near the halfway point. As you head south for the finish line, the views unfold of the valley and the village to the east.
The marathon takes in the first 12.1 miles of the half-marathon before turning south and then east at about the 17-mile point. Beginning around the 20-mile marker, one heads northwest and gradually ascends to Tromptown’s own but short “heartbreak hill”. From 22 to 25 miles, one is heading west, finish line-bound, descending with a wide panoramic view of three valleys and their surrounding hills. The last mile is level in the village.
The marathon and half-marathon are loop courses. They start very near the finish line in front of the school. Both are newly certified. You can find the course map here: tromptownmarathon.com.
Registration
To reserve your spot in the Tromptown Marathon & Half Marathon, register online at tromptownmarathon.com.
Official Race Website
Additional race information can be found at tromptownmarathon.com.
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