Q: How do I submit a request for a NYRR club points race bib?
A: Use the form provided in our WhatsApp community announcement area. Crew-wide communications (via WhatApp announcements) are provided as bibs become available from NYRR, typically 4-6 weeks prior to race day. See the SRC Race Calendar for a complete listing of eligible NYRR club points races.
Q: How often can I request an NYRR race bib?
A: Crew members can submit multiple requests throughout the year. A request type of “A” or “B” preference (A = high, B = low) helps to ensure fair team distribution, as bibs are limited. Members should not submit an “A” preference more than once per year.
Q: What are the eligibility rules regarding NYRR race bibs:
A: Minimum Consideration (all of the following):
- Registered Splits Run Crew member. Joined via www.splitsrun.com
- Current NYRR club affiliation with Splits Run Crew.
- Participation: Attend a minimum of one group run in each of the preceding three months from the bib request window.
Additional Consideration:
- NYRR club bibs are allocated across 100+ NYRR affiliated clubs on a first-come first-served basis. As such, bibs are not guaranteed.
- Total number of bib requests. NYRR permits a maximum of four bib requests per club, per race. If more than four crew members are interested in a bib for a particular race, then a lottery drawing may take place.
- Crew member’s level of active participation within the crew.
- Crew member’s history of race bib acceptance. For example, a crew member that has accepted a club bib for the TCS NYC Marathon may be subject to adjusted consideration for the marathon in the following year. This helps to ensure fairness across the crew.
Q: What is a Splits Run Crew (SRC) active member?
A: In addition to attending group runs, active crew members often demonstrate multiple forms of participation, including: contribution of ideas, helping/encouraging fellow crew members, organizing group runs, and leading or supporting crew events – all with good intentions and positive spirit.