Marathon Details - Sri Chinmoy Marathon

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Sri Chinmoy Marathon

Nyack, NY USA

August 23, 2024

http://us.srichinmoyraces.org/events/marathon-rockland

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Address:	150-47 87th Ave Jamaica NY 11432
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Course 4.0

Organization 4.2

Spectators 3.6

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G. C. from Australia (10/2/2018) "Great Race Plus You Miss Work" (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 6+ Sri Chinmoy Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Do yourself a favor take the day off and compete in this race. It is always held on a weekday so you'll likely have to. The course is scenic. Shaded. Aid stations every mile, fully stocked. You get a shirt, medal, meal and snacks upon finishing all for around $60, less if you get in early. It is well organised and a special event. It is also a Boston Qualifier so there is plenty of people pushing the pace if you can latch onto them.
Sanjay Mohanta from Toronto, Ontario (8/28/2018) "123rd marathon! A highly underrated race" (about: 2018) 50+ previous marathons \| 2 Sri Chinmoy Marathons COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 The race features 9 loops around Rockland park. Every mile features flush toilets and fully stacked water stations. It includes salt, seaweed, Cytomax, fruit,etc., food and massages free to runners as well as a communal water hose for runners. Cheap entry fees and free parking. Great to meet and talk to runners from all over the world and the course is not hilly at all. Volunteers are very supportive and friendly. Worth doing every year! A great city since it is only at 35 minute bus ride to Manhattan!
Larry Wilson from NYS (8/24/2018) "Good Running Experience - recommend do it" (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Sri Chinmoy Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 My 13th marathon in 12 years, started marathons at age 50, (NYC, Phil, DC...) This year ran 3 marathons under 7 months and just completed Sri Chimnoy at Rockland. Very nice, special event for my running experience. The participants were from a variety of world locations and all very courteous, polite and inspiring for the experience of running. The hosts were especially nice and attentive to a somewhat holistic feeling about the completion. For me, somewhat special and different was running 9 laps with a mix of super fast and pleasure runners on the track continuously from laps 1 to 6 (2.7 mi per lap totaling 9 laps). Again, very cordial and courteous participants. But, socializing while running not typical probably due to language differences - not a lot of aimless gabbing and yakking it up was refreshing, imo. The track was ideal for my pleasure training, asphalt w/ some packed dirt on sidelines when needed. Scenery was very nice variety of lake and woods, some breezes and some August sun spots. The day was kind to runners this year (2018), not brutally hot, but definitely humid. For ~2.7 mi. laps you will always be running with others, no floating off or zoning out in a marathon of your own. I typically prefer the zoning out solo space. But, this event was so very nice in atmosphere and participants cordial politeness it was a rare nice shared event to experience. You can run fast if you are prepared. You can simply enjoy if open to this style of running ! Thanks for the experience Sri Chimnoy and fellow participants from all over the world. Kind Regards, Larry Running laps (9) is reminiscent of racing 2 miles on a 1/4 mile track,... back in the days when a 1/4 mile race was a challenge. Flat, nice mix of asphalt and some packed dirt if release needed. Plenty of opportunity for water, bathroom and special food treats along the way. Caution or reminder is that this race is in August even though good mix of shade and open sun exposure.
Sanjay Mohanta from Ottawa, ON (8/30/2017) "104th Marathon! A race for everyone!" (about: 2017) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Sri Chinmoy Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 This is one of the best races I have ever done. There were aid stations every mile and they were well stocked. You had free parking at the start line, flush toilets along the route, a warm vegan meal at the finish line, aid stations stocked with Cytomax, water, bananas, m and ms, sea weed, watermelon, etc., Free massages as well as free showers (garden hose!). A very low cost race in a town that is only a 35 minute bus ride to Manhattan. The languages you hear on the race course are from all over the world and everyone is very friendly. I will do this race again!
S. R. from nyc (8/31/2016) "Excellent, low-key, old school race." (about: 2016) 50+ previous marathons \| 3 Sri Chinmoy Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This is a very well organized, low key, old school (manual time keepers), inexpensive, scenic race. The course is about as flat as you can get, there are multiple proper bathrooms on course, shower facilities for post-race cleanup, full vegetarian buffet post-race, well stocked aid stations (better than big city marathons), finish line photos (with free download), excellent medical attention on hand. Slightly quirky and charming, I have found other loop races to be somewhat boring at times, but this is a fantastic race. A quick note that it can be deceptively hot/ humid during the race given the time of year and one can easily dehydrate without realizing. Excellent race for a late BQ race if you can swing running a marathon on a weekday (when the race is typically held).
M. D. from Georgia USA (8/27/2016) "A lovely small race" (about: 2016) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Sri Chinmoy Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 Since no one has reviewed this race in two years, here are my comments. I ran this race in August 2016. It is run in a beautiful state park 9 times around a 3 mile path circling the lake. It is flat and shady. The last lap is slightly shorter. It is hard to believe you are 30 miles from Times Square. The area is lovely. Not much fan support except at the start that you pass 9 miles. Volunteers are great with musicians. There are not many nice August races and this is one to consider.
Eliot W. Collins from Raritan Borough, NJ (8/28/2014) "Nice Way to Spend a Weekday in August" (about: 2014) 50+ previous marathons \| 6+ Sri Chinmoy Marathons COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 This race is pretty much the same every year, and so is my review: This was my ninth time running this race. The course is a scenic, three-mile loop around Rockland Lake. Part of the experience here is that everyone involved is extremely enthusiastic and supportive of everyone else. Although it is hot, no one complains about the heat. Most of the runners were followers of Sri Chinmoy, and they came from all around the world to run this race. There were also several 50-State Marathoners and Marathon Maniacs who apparently came here to run a race in New York other than the NYC Marathon. I also saw many of my local ultra-running friends, who, like me, will show up at any long race that is available. Some traditional features of the race were missing again this year. No one was reading inspirational sayings. The sitar player had been replaced with a woman playing the banjo. I look forward to returning for the tenth time in 2015.
Rob Albano from Pompton Plains, NJ (8/26/2013) "A great event for my first marathon." (about: 2013) 1 previous marathon \| 1 Sri Chinmoy Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Back in May, I realized I was doing similar training to when I was preparing for a collegiate cross country season. However, I finished my 4 years of eligibility last year, so I decided that I needed to big a race to concentrate on. I've always been a lover of high mileage training, so I felt finding a Marathon in late August would be perfect. I had averaged about 90 miles a week for 5 months. The only marathon that I could find in this time frame was the Self-Transcendence Marathon. Luckily, the race was only 45 minutes from my house in North Jersey. The 7am start was just early enough to avoid any horrible summer heat. Luckily, the weather on race day wasn't too bad (temperatures in the low 70s, dew point upper 50s/lower 60s). The course, albeit a 3 mile loop, was gorgeous. Mostly shaded, a nice breeze coming off the water, and a plethora of supporters everywhere. I especially liked the random band and/or music players scattered about the course. The aid stations were extremely helpful as well, and well-positioned about every mile. I was worried that having to constantly lap runners would be an issue, but I had a pair of lead bikers that cleared a very nice path for me. The runners being passed were also extremely supportive, many cheering as I ran by. It was hard not to enjoy this marathon. For about 21 miles or so, I really was enjoying it. I faded a little in the last 8K, but I still finished in just over 2:31, falling just short of the race record and a very satisfying debut at this distance. After crossing the finish I had many options as far as post race refreshments went. I even got a very nice 30 minute post race massage. The awards ceremony took place later on, with an interesting format. Only age group awards for given (top 7 under 50, and top 3 50-59, 60-69, 70-79). There were photographers about, and I'm looking forward to the race and post-race photos. The race organizers even encouraged my girlfriend to get into the awards ceremony pictures when I received my trophy (a very nice one, might I add). Overall, this was an excellent first marathon. I will most likely be coming back next year if training goes well.
M. B. from NJ (8/25/2013) "fun fast and weird" (about: 2013) 3 previous marathons \| 2 Sri Chinmoy Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I love this run! Big weird fun. Tons of food and support. Love and inspiration abounds. Super flat, well supported, non-competitive. You can park, grab your number, pee, and be at the starting line in ten minutes. Get cheered on by guys with sitars and strange beautiful drums. These folks really are in it 'for the marathon of life.'
B. B. from New Jersey (8/23/2013) "A well organized and very flat small marathon" (about: 2013) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Sri Chinmoy Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Small and inexpensive with a blazing fast course it is a shame this is not in November. Then again in November they'd get too many runners to be able to be the race they have. Aid stops total 3 but since you do 9 laps you see them every mile and they were well supplied at all times. Wish it had been 50 degrees not 70 and climbing, but a nice experience and one I will go back to.

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G. C. from Australia (10/2/2018) "Great Race Plus You Miss Work" (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 6+ Sri Chinmoy Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Do yourself a favor take the day off and compete in this race. It is always held on a weekday so you'll likely have to. The course is scenic. Shaded. Aid stations every mile, fully stocked. You get a shirt, medal, meal and snacks upon finishing all for around $60, less if you get in early. It is well organised and a special event. It is also a Boston Qualifier so there is plenty of people pushing the pace if you can latch onto them.
Sanjay Mohanta from Toronto, Ontario (8/28/2018) "123rd marathon! A highly underrated race" (about: 2018) 50+ previous marathons \| 2 Sri Chinmoy Marathons COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 The race features 9 loops around Rockland park. Every mile features flush toilets and fully stacked water stations. It includes salt, seaweed, Cytomax, fruit,etc., food and massages free to runners as well as a communal water hose for runners. Cheap entry fees and free parking. Great to meet and talk to runners from all over the world and the course is not hilly at all. Volunteers are very supportive and friendly. Worth doing every year! A great city since it is only at 35 minute bus ride to Manhattan!
Larry Wilson from NYS (8/24/2018) "Good Running Experience - recommend do it" (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Sri Chinmoy Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 My 13th marathon in 12 years, started marathons at age 50, (NYC, Phil, DC...) This year ran 3 marathons under 7 months and just completed Sri Chimnoy at Rockland. Very nice, special event for my running experience. The participants were from a variety of world locations and all very courteous, polite and inspiring for the experience of running. The hosts were especially nice and attentive to a somewhat holistic feeling about the completion. For me, somewhat special and different was running 9 laps with a mix of super fast and pleasure runners on the track continuously from laps 1 to 6 (2.7 mi per lap totaling 9 laps). Again, very cordial and courteous participants. But, socializing while running not typical probably due to language differences - not a lot of aimless gabbing and yakking it up was refreshing, imo. The track was ideal for my pleasure training, asphalt w/ some packed dirt on sidelines when needed. Scenery was very nice variety of lake and woods, some breezes and some August sun spots. The day was kind to runners this year (2018), not brutally hot, but definitely humid. For ~2.7 mi. laps you will always be running with others, no floating off or zoning out in a marathon of your own. I typically prefer the zoning out solo space. But, this event was so very nice in atmosphere and participants cordial politeness it was a rare nice shared event to experience. You can run fast if you are prepared. You can simply enjoy if open to this style of running ! Thanks for the experience Sri Chimnoy and fellow participants from all over the world. Kind Regards, Larry Running laps (9) is reminiscent of racing 2 miles on a 1/4 mile track,... back in the days when a 1/4 mile race was a challenge. Flat, nice mix of asphalt and some packed dirt if release needed. Plenty of opportunity for water, bathroom and special food treats along the way. Caution or reminder is that this race is in August even though good mix of shade and open sun exposure.
Sanjay Mohanta from Ottawa, ON (8/30/2017) "104th Marathon! A race for everyone!" (about: 2017) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Sri Chinmoy Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 This is one of the best races I have ever done. There were aid stations every mile and they were well stocked. You had free parking at the start line, flush toilets along the route, a warm vegan meal at the finish line, aid stations stocked with Cytomax, water, bananas, m and ms, sea weed, watermelon, etc., Free massages as well as free showers (garden hose!). A very low cost race in a town that is only a 35 minute bus ride to Manhattan. The languages you hear on the race course are from all over the world and everyone is very friendly. I will do this race again!
S. R. from nyc (8/31/2016) "Excellent, low-key, old school race." (about: 2016) 50+ previous marathons \| 3 Sri Chinmoy Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 This is a very well organized, low key, old school (manual time keepers), inexpensive, scenic race. The course is about as flat as you can get, there are multiple proper bathrooms on course, shower facilities for post-race cleanup, full vegetarian buffet post-race, well stocked aid stations (better than big city marathons), finish line photos (with free download), excellent medical attention on hand. Slightly quirky and charming, I have found other loop races to be somewhat boring at times, but this is a fantastic race. A quick note that it can be deceptively hot/ humid during the race given the time of year and one can easily dehydrate without realizing. Excellent race for a late BQ race if you can swing running a marathon on a weekday (when the race is typically held).
M. D. from Georgia USA (8/27/2016) "A lovely small race" (about: 2016) 50+ previous marathons \| 1 Sri Chinmoy Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 Since no one has reviewed this race in two years, here are my comments. I ran this race in August 2016. It is run in a beautiful state park 9 times around a 3 mile path circling the lake. It is flat and shady. The last lap is slightly shorter. It is hard to believe you are 30 miles from Times Square. The area is lovely. Not much fan support except at the start that you pass 9 miles. Volunteers are great with musicians. There are not many nice August races and this is one to consider.
Eliot W. Collins from Raritan Borough, NJ (8/28/2014) "Nice Way to Spend a Weekday in August" (about: 2014) 50+ previous marathons \| 6+ Sri Chinmoy Marathons COURSE: 3 ORGANIZATION: 3 FANS: 2 This race is pretty much the same every year, and so is my review: This was my ninth time running this race. The course is a scenic, three-mile loop around Rockland Lake. Part of the experience here is that everyone involved is extremely enthusiastic and supportive of everyone else. Although it is hot, no one complains about the heat. Most of the runners were followers of Sri Chinmoy, and they came from all around the world to run this race. There were also several 50-State Marathoners and Marathon Maniacs who apparently came here to run a race in New York other than the NYC Marathon. I also saw many of my local ultra-running friends, who, like me, will show up at any long race that is available. Some traditional features of the race were missing again this year. No one was reading inspirational sayings. The sitar player had been replaced with a woman playing the banjo. I look forward to returning for the tenth time in 2015.
Rob Albano from Pompton Plains, NJ (8/26/2013) "A great event for my first marathon." (about: 2013) 1 previous marathon \| 1 Sri Chinmoy Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Back in May, I realized I was doing similar training to when I was preparing for a collegiate cross country season. However, I finished my 4 years of eligibility last year, so I decided that I needed to big a race to concentrate on. I've always been a lover of high mileage training, so I felt finding a Marathon in late August would be perfect. I had averaged about 90 miles a week for 5 months. The only marathon that I could find in this time frame was the Self-Transcendence Marathon. Luckily, the race was only 45 minutes from my house in North Jersey. The 7am start was just early enough to avoid any horrible summer heat. Luckily, the weather on race day wasn't too bad (temperatures in the low 70s, dew point upper 50s/lower 60s). The course, albeit a 3 mile loop, was gorgeous. Mostly shaded, a nice breeze coming off the water, and a plethora of supporters everywhere. I especially liked the random band and/or music players scattered about the course. The aid stations were extremely helpful as well, and well-positioned about every mile. I was worried that having to constantly lap runners would be an issue, but I had a pair of lead bikers that cleared a very nice path for me. The runners being passed were also extremely supportive, many cheering as I ran by. It was hard not to enjoy this marathon. For about 21 miles or so, I really was enjoying it. I faded a little in the last 8K, but I still finished in just over 2:31, falling just short of the race record and a very satisfying debut at this distance. After crossing the finish I had many options as far as post race refreshments went. I even got a very nice 30 minute post race massage. The awards ceremony took place later on, with an interesting format. Only age group awards for given (top 7 under 50, and top 3 50-59, 60-69, 70-79). There were photographers about, and I'm looking forward to the race and post-race photos. The race organizers even encouraged my girlfriend to get into the awards ceremony pictures when I received my trophy (a very nice one, might I add). Overall, this was an excellent first marathon. I will most likely be coming back next year if training goes well.
M. B. from NJ (8/25/2013) "fun fast and weird" (about: 2013) 3 previous marathons \| 2 Sri Chinmoy Marathons COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I love this run! Big weird fun. Tons of food and support. Love and inspiration abounds. Super flat, well supported, non-competitive. You can park, grab your number, pee, and be at the starting line in ten minutes. Get cheered on by guys with sitars and strange beautiful drums. These folks really are in it 'for the marathon of life.'
B. B. from New Jersey (8/23/2013) "A well organized and very flat small marathon" (about: 2013) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Sri Chinmoy Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Small and inexpensive with a blazing fast course it is a shame this is not in November. Then again in November they'd get too many runners to be able to be the race they have. Aid stops total 3 but since you do 9 laps you see them every mile and they were well supplied at all times. Wish it had been 50 degrees not 70 and climbing, but a nice experience and one I will go back to.

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