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Bound for the Sound

Sat September 21, 2024 Old Lyme, CT 06371 US Directions

Events

5K

$30 $25 8:15AM EDT Price increases after September 15, 2024 at 11:59pm EDT

10K

$30 $25 8:00AM EDT Price increases after September 15, 2024 at 11:59pm EDT

1 Mile Family Fun Run

$10 9:15AM EDT Registration ends September 21, 2024 at 9:15am EDT

Place

89 Hartford Ave
Old Lyme, CT US 06371

Description

Bound for the Sound is 5k and 10k road race in Old Lyme, CT. Both courses start at popular Sound View Beach in Old Lyme, CT. The 10K is mostly flat with some gently rolling hills. The 5K is very flat and very fast. Both races finish down historic Hartford Avenue facing the beach. Post race food and drink is included in your race entry. 

Entry Fees

  • 10K - $25 Before Sept. 16 and $30 thereafter
    • Entry includes a t-shirt and chip timing
  • 5K - $25 Before Sept. 16 and $30 thereafter
    • Entry includes a t-shirt and chip timing
  • Family Fun Run - $10
    • Entry includes finisher ribbon. T-shirt not included.

Event Schedule

  • Registration available (ONLINE ONLY) up to and including race day
  • Race day check in and bib collection from 7:00 am
  • 10K race starts at 8 AM
  • 5K race starts at 8:15 AM
  • Family Fun Run starts at 9:15 am

Awards 

  • Top three overall male and female 5K and 10K finishers
  • Top two male & female 5K and 10k finishers in each age groups:
    • 12 & under
    • 13-19
    • 20-29
    • 30-39
    • 40-49
    • 50-59
    • 60-69
    • 70-79
    • 80+
  • Fun Runners will each receive finisher ribbons

Course Maps

5K Strava Map
10K Strava Map
5K MapMyRun 
10K MapMyRun

The Run:

  • Both the 10K and 5K races are chip timed with instant results
  • Scenic course along Long Island Sound
  • Rain or Shine
  • Walkers Welcome, need to register to participate, and start on time behind runners

The Extras:

  • Race T-shirt for all 5K and 10K participants, please register by Sept. 6 to guarantee first choice size.
  • Free Photos and Parking
  • Friendly volunteers
  • Hydration stations on course and at finish
  • Celebrate your achievement with food and drinks.

All race proceeds will be donated to the Old Lyme Fire Department Auxiliary 

Visit our Facebook event page to sponsor, volunteer, or invite friends. All vounteers receive a free race t-shirt.

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