Escape New York

Escape New York takes place in New York, New York, on September 26, 2026. Organized by the NYCC, this is a cycling event rather than a running race, with six route options: 125 miles (about 6,000 feet of climbing, 6:00 a.m. start), 100 miles (about 6,000 feet of climbing, 6:00 a.m.), 75 miles (about 4,000 feet of climbing, 7:00 a.m.), 50 miles (8:00 a.m.), 25 miles (9:30 a.m.), and a 65-mile gravel option starting at 7:00 a.m.

Runners who cross-train on the bike will find this a good way to log a long aerobic day without impact, and cyclists can pick a distance that matches their fitness, from a first organized ride at 25 miles to a full century or beyond. The gravel route suits riders with wider tires who prefer unpaved roads. For the longer routes, plan a 12- to 16-week build with a weekly long ride, some climbing, and practice eating and drinking on the bike. Early starts on the longest routes mean lights and layers for the first hour.