
Everything You Need to Know about the RBC Brooklyn Half
From Set the Pace by New York Road Runners
April 23, 2026 · 1h 4m · Episode 163
About this episode
Ted Metellus joins Rob and Becs to discuss the RBC Brooklyn Half, covering race logistics, course details, and tapering advice.
Watch this episode on YouTube Joining Rob and Becs this week is NYRR Chief Event Production Officer and Race Director Ted Metellus, breaking down everything you need to know about the RBC Brooklyn Half, from the new expo location at the LeFrak Center at Lakeside in Prospect Park to essential race-day logistics such as getting to your corral with plenty of time to spare for a stress-free arrival. Ted and Rob share course insights, including tackling the hills in Prospect Park before exiting onto Ocean Parkway for a long straightaway toward Coney Island. Ted also notes that the finish line has moved approximately 200 feet south, past the pedestrian bridge. He explains why it’s worth staying for the After-Party at Maimonides Park to relax with a hot dog and a beverage. Plus, Becs offers tapering advice to help release any nervous energy as race day approaches. FOLLOW NYRR: Instagram | Facebook | X | TikTok | YouTube SUPPORT: Support the Set the Pace podcast! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify . DISCLAIMER See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Hosts: Rob, Becs
Guest: Ted Metellus
Topics covered
- RBC Brooklyn Half
- race logistics
- course insights
- tapering advice
- event production
Keywords
- RBC Brooklyn Half
- race day logistics
- Prospect Park
- Coney Island
- tapering advice
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: NYRR
Places: LeFrak Center at Lakeside, Prospect Park, Ocean Parkway, Coney Island, Maimonides Park
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