Stratton Faxon Fairfield Half Marathon Final Runner Instructions

Welcome to the 33rd Annual Stratton Faxon Fairfield Road Races!

 The Half Marathon has SOLD OUT!

We have reached our field limit of 5,000 participants.

No race day entries will be accepted for the Half Marathon. You cannot run the 5K with your half marathon bib number. Deferments are no longer accepted for this year's race. Check www.fairfieldhalf.org for your bib number and to make sure we have your correct race, age, sex and town. We will be using the disposable B-tag systems for fast and accurate results. The timing tag is attached to your race bib so please do not remove it. To insure that you get timed, please make sure your race bib is worn on your front side and that it is attached to the outermost clothing layer.

New Security and Baggage Policies

All items brought to the race must be carried in clear plastic bags or containers all of which will be subject to random security checks by the Fairfield Police Department. All registered runners will be allowed to check one zip-lock bag that will be provided at the two Fairfield Train Station (Fairfield and Metro Center) and at the Baggage Check tent on the beach. Each runner must write their bib number on the bag (marking pens will be available at the baggage check tent). Note: The bag will be large enough to accommodate a towel, a shirt and light pullover, sandals, and a few small personal items.  ComplimentaryShuttle buses will provide transportation to/from the Metro North lots until 12:30 pm.   Avoid long lines by picking up your clear bag well before the last bus leaves at 12:30 pm. Additional Security information can be found at http://www.fairfieldhalf.org/chronotrack-timing.htm.

No bags or backpacks will be permitted.

Important Parking Information

Arrive early to avoid traffic problems - this year's race will be the largest yet. Parking is extremely limited, and we encourage participants to car pool.  

NEW This Year! Parking will be available at the Fairfield Metro Train Station. Shuttle bus service will be provided starting at 6:30am.

Driving directions for those coming from the NORTH via I-95S

(New Haven toward Fairfield)

Get off at exit 24.

Turn left onto Chambers St. for (.16 miles).

Turn right onto Commerce Dr. for (.12 miles).

Turn left at light onto Black Rock Turnpike for (.24 miles)

Turn right onto Ash Creek Blvd. and enter the Fairfield Metro train parking lot on the right.

Pick up clear zip lock bag as you enter.

After parking place your baggage check items inside and seal bag.

Hop onto the bus and take the 7 minute trip to Jennings Beach.

Return bus will be in the same area where you are dropped off.

Don't wait for the last bus at 12:30 unless you want to wait in line.

Driving directions for those coming from the SOUTH via I-95N

(New York)

Get off at exit 21, Mill Plain Road.

Turn right at end of exit.

Travel 2/10 mile then turn left just before the railroad bridge into the parking lot.

Pick up clear zip lock bag as you enter.

After parking place your baggage check items inside and seal bag.

Hop onto the bus and take the 7 minute trip to Jennings Beach.

Return bus will be in the same area where you are dropped off.

Don't wait for the last bus at 12:30 unless you want to wait in line.

Jennings Beach - Persons driving directly to Jennings Beach and the nearby surrounding lots, remember that these lots are small and will be full by around 7:10 am. - if you arrive after 7:10 or the lots are full drive 5 minutes to Fairfield Metro Train Station (61 Constant Comment Way, Fairfield, Connecticut) and take bus back to the start area. Cars in and around the beach lots may be subject to random searches.

Train Service - Runners are encouraged to take Metro North to the Fairfield Station (5:35 a.m. train from Grand Central arrives at 7:04 a.m.). Free shuttle service will quickly get you to the start area. Last bus leaves Jennings Beach at 12:30 p.m. to return to train station.

Instructions:

1.) When you arrive at Jennings Beach, look up your bib number on the parking lot side of the Beach Pavilion.

2.) A baggage check is available by the flagpole on the West side of the pavilion.

3.) At 8:15 a.m., each runner will proceed to the start line (race starts at 8:30 a.m.).

4.) The Half Marathon Course features separate start lines for men and women with both merging just after one mile. To get to the start everyone walks past the finish banner and thru the rear gate. The men's start is straight ahead 255' on Fairfield Beach Rd. and the Women's start is to the right 555' on Beach Rd.

5.) ROADS ARE OPEN TO TRAFFIC - USE CAUTION!!!

6.) Ample water has been supplied along the course. Please use it. There will be nine aid stations in the 1/2 marathon. Lemon/lime Gatorade will be available at 8 water stations in the half marathon. There will be Vanilla Bean GU Energy Gel at approximately 7 1/2 miles into the race. A number of shower sprays will be available along the half marathon course courtesy of the Fairfield Fire Fighters.

8.) We have added more bands along the half marathon race course. Enjoy several cheer stations hosted by Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training and Lululemon athletica Westport & Greenwich.

9.) There are start mats for both the ½ marathon start lines (net times will be provided).

10.) Timing clocks will be at every mile in the ½ marathon.

11.) Medical personnel are at the finish and along the course.

12.) Shower facilities are at the beach.

13.) Toilets are located approx. at the 1.8, 2.8, 3.5, 4.7, 7.7, 9.4, and 10.3 mile markers.

14.) YMCA has bathroom facilities at 1.2 miles for WOMEN ONLY.

15.) Results will be posted on FairfieldHalf.org by Sunday evening.

16.) This year, with the increase in the number of walkers and the associated cost for police, protection the Fairfield Half Marathon is instituting a 11:45 am finish time limit for all participants. 

17.) Enjoy a delicious post-race party with smoothies by Robeks, snacks from Chabaso Bakery, hot dogs by Kayem and much more.

18.) National Sporting Goods will be selling discounted athletic shoes and apparel at the event.

19.) Spectators arriving after the race starts will need to park in the Train Station and take a shuttle to Jennings Beach. Cars will not be allowed into the Jennings Beach Parking lot after 8:15 a.m.

20.) Cars parked in beach lots after 12:30 p.m. are subject to ticketing.

June 23-Jennings Beach

6:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Complimentary shuttle to & from the Fairfield 

                                       Train Station and Fairfield Metro Train Station.

6:30-8:20a.m.              Bib and Tech Shirt Pick-up.

8:30 a.m.                      1/2 Marathon Starts.

9:40 a.m.-noon           Post race beach party with live music.

11:00 a.m.                    Awards presentation.

Spectators wanting to watch the race finish and plan on arriving after the start of the race at 8:30 a.m. must park at Fairfield Metro Train Station and catch the shuttle to Jennings Beach. Please note baggage and concealed items will not be allowed on the beach.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim's of the tragedy at the 2013 Boston Marathon.

For you, WE WILL CONTINUE TO RUN. 4.15.13.