Training & Race Tips

Lots of helpful information is available throughout the KEYS100 website. Take time to review it all as you prepare for race weekend.

Start Preparing Early

KEYS100 is a unique road ultramarathon across the Florida Keys, and preparation goes beyond just logging miles. Runners should be familiar with race logistics, crew expectations, the weekend calendar, and course procedures before arriving.

The more prepared you are before race weekend, the smoother your experience will be on the course.

First-Time Crew? Watch the Crew Video

For those racing for the first time with a support crew, and for first-time crew members, the KEYS100 best-practices video “Crewing a Runner at KEYS100” is considered a must-see for all but the most experienced ultra-runners and support crews.

If you are new to this format, make sure both the runner and the crew review the available orientation and crew resources before race day.

On-Course Support

Runners and relay teams are supported on course by race marshals, medical staff located along the route, and monitors at strategically placed timing stations.

Sheriff's deputies assist runners and help direct traffic at necessary road crossings.

Check-In & Race Weekend Planning

The Holiday Inn in Key Largo serves as race headquarters. Check-in takes place on Friday afternoon and evening under the tiki hut next to the pool.

While this location is mainly for 100-mile runners and teams, 50-mile runners, 50-mile teams, and 50-kilometer runners may also check in there or before their own races on Saturday morning.

Orientation is online instead of a live pre-race meeting, so reviewing the orientation material ahead of time is an important part of preparation.

Helpful Areas to Review

• Orientation
• Race Guide
• Race Rules & Standards
• Course Details & Meet-Up Locations
• Crewing information
• Pacers
• Crew vehicle guidance
• FAQ

KEYS100 rewards prepared runners and prepared crews. Use the site resources early so race weekend feels familiar before you ever reach the start line.

Contact

Bob Becker
Race Director
Cell: 954.439.2800
Email: [email protected]