The Battle for Philly!
Presented by Philadelphia Runner
Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2024 Chase the Throne Brackets. Final results can be found below. We can’t wait to do it again in 2025!
2024 Philly Segments
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Distance:3.48 Miles
Strava Segment: https://www.strava.com/routes/2917094153987818740
Description: Runners will start/finish on the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk slightly north from the South Street bridge/overpass, where the boardwalk narrows. You will start the out and back by heading northbound along the Schuylkill River Trail until you reach the Fountain of the Sea Horses. When you reach the fountain, make a right to stay on the sidewalk and complete a full counterclockwise loop around the fountain. When you complete the loop, make a right to return southbound along the same path until you reach the original starting point to finish.
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Distance: 1.62 Miles
Strava Segment: https://www.strava.com/segments/19647340
Description: Runners will start/finish on FDR Park Drive on the southeast corner of the park, next to the South Broad Street park entrance. You will start the loop by heading north (counterclockwise) along the bike path/shoulder and complete a full main loop without making any turns until you reach the original starting point to finish.
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Distance: 1.05 Miles
Strava Segment: https://www.strava.com/segments/7931466
Description: Runners will start at the trail entrance in front of the cross walk on Fountain Green Drive, slightly north from the intersection of Kelly Drive and Fountain Green Drive. You will start by heading west bound into the trail, bearing left/continuing straight along any major intersections. There are no true turns on this main path. Continue until you reach the finish at trail exit on the south side of Edgley Drive, slightly west from the Reservoir Drive and Edgley Drive intersection, right next to the start of the guardrail.
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Distance: 2.85 Miles
Strava Segment: https://www.strava.com/segments/9966443
Description: Runners will start/finish by the top of the stairs on the North Side of the Ben Franklin Bridge, on the Camden New Jersey side. You will start the out and back by heading eastbound towards Philly, complete a hairpin turn right before the gate before the stairs exit on the Philly side, then return westbound to the original start point to finish.
FAQs
How Do I Record and Submit My Run?
All runs must be recorded with a GPS watch or phone and synced via Strava or Garmin. All runs must be recorded on “Race” mode or must show elapsed time (as opposed to moving time) and then emailed to run@trialsofmilesracing.com. Our team will verify all results to ensure accuracy.
Can I Run the Segment Multiple Times?
During the competition window you are free to run the segment as many times as you choose. We will not consider the time “FINAL” until you have emailed it to run@trialsofmilesracing.com or you indicate to us that it is a final/submitted time. Please keep in mind that once you email us your time, that time is final and we can (and likely will) publicize that time. If you think you may attempt the segment again later in the week, do not submit!
Can I Run the Segment with a Friend or a Pacer?
Competitors are free to run their segments alone, in groups, or with a pack of pacers. As long as you complete the segment on your own two feet, within the required time period it will count.
What Happens if My GPS Data Gets Messed Up? How Do You Prevent Cheating?
Virtual racing is not perfect. People's data is going to get screwed up and times are going to be slightly off. We've done this enough times to know how to deal with these issues and keep things fair. Rest assured, these fields are incredibly deep and nobody is going to be able to game their way to victory. Throughout the competition our team will also make whatever tweaks are necessary to ensure the integrity of the competition.
How Do You Make the Brackets?
There is no seeding in this competition and placement in the brackets is done using an online randomizer. As a result there is quite a bit of luck in terms of how far you can go in this competition. Please also keep in mind that most people aren't super fit in January and a lot of people plan to use these segments as workouts. Even if you're going against someone significantly faster than you, if you run hard you might be surprised by the result. Strange things happen in these races!
What are the Prizes?
The overall male and female winners of the race will each take home a $250 Gift Card from Philadelphia Runner. We expect to have some additional prizes for winners of the first two rounds. We will update this page when we have that information.
