Virtual Registration

VIRTUAL REGISTRATION

 

Please Read Race Information Page before registering

 

• Virtual Race Registration opens on September 1 and closes at noon (EST) on Tuesday, Nov 23rd.
• Fee:  $32 through Thursday, September 30th. $37 thereafter
• Race Registrations are Non-Refundable
• Important Note: Every Virtual participant who plans to use the new MRR app must register with a unique email address.
• Virtual participation must be completed between Thursday, Nov 25, 6:00am (EST) thru Friday, Nov 26, 6:00pm (EST).
• All Virtual participants must use the MRR app on their smartphones when competing. The App will track each participant’s progress and automatically report their results to the race officials.
• Results will be published for everyone who completes their 4.748-mile race during the official time period listed above. Additionally, this year's race will be added to their longevity streak.
• Any participant who has registered as a Virtual runner may choose to run On-Site instead, without having to notify race officials. (Bibs and timing tags will be mailed to all virtual runners within the continental US, provided they have registered by Nov 23rd.) Any participant who has registered as an On-Site runner and finds they cannot participate must notify the race, so the “Start” feature on the MRR App will be properly activated on race day.
• If any participant runs Virtually and also runs On-Site, race officials will use the On-Site results for their official results. There is no advantage to completing a Virtual race if the participant plans to run On-Site.

 

Features of the MRR app

 

• The MRR app is a free download for Android or IOS users.
• Run (or walk) on your favorite local route and compete with your family and friends.
• “Practice" runs will be available beginning November 10.
• Hear audio cues on your progress.
• The app will automatically stop timing when you have completed your distance.
• Spectators may also download the app and track the progress of their favorite runners.
• Strava Integration is included.
• Results will be automatically reported to race officials.

 

Two map views are provided:

• The actual course being run.
• The Event Map shows the progress as if the runner is actually running on the Manchester Road Race course.

 

Important Info about Using the MRR app to Run the Virtual Race:

Please go to the Virtual App Instructions page for further information.

 

 

 

 

IMPORTANT NEW REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR 2021

 

In 2020, a new exclusive mobile app was designed for the Manchester Road Race which allowed the race to be run virtually. For 2021, the MRR App will continue to provide the capability to run virtually and provide some great functions for all runners and spectators. Special features include the ability to track any runner whether they are running on-site or virtually. The app also provides instant results as each participant finishes their race.

 

• On-Site: It is anticipated that most participants will run on-site on Thanksgiving Day. Participants will be mailed a bib number with a timing tag as has been done in years past. All participants will be timed and can now be tracked by spectators and do NOT need to use the App or carry their phone while racing on-site.
• Virtual: For those participants who are not able to participate on-site, they can still run the race virtually Thursday, Nov 25, 6:00am (EST) thru Friday, Nov 26, 6:00pm (EST).
• Spectators: Spectators can use the app to track available runners in either the virtual or the live, on-site race!
• Practice Runs: The MRR App provides participants the capability to track their practice runs prior to Thanksgiving.  These runs can be completed at any location. The participant must carry their phone to engage this feature. The MRR App will show the actual location of the run or a simulation on the actual racecourse.  These results are only available on the participant's phone. More details are available on the MRR App website page.