conquer the bridge
race info
Southern California’s biggest Labor Day Race!The race Course will Start and Finish at 5th. and Harbor Blvd.
The course will include 2 trips OVER the amazing Vincent Thomas Bridge
Photo: © Reidar Schopp, All Rights Reserved
As always, our three day packet pickups will be hosted at Road Runner Sports in Torrance. Please note that we are unable to offer race day pickups. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a great place with friendly staff, meet your fellow conquerors, and to take advantage of great deals on top quality.
Merchandise will be for sale during the three day packet pick up and at the race while supplies last. We will be at Road Runner Sports in Torrance on the following dates and times:
- Friday, September 1: 10 am – 6 pm
- Saturday, September 2: 10 am – 6 pm
- Sunday, September 3: 10am – 5pm
ADDRESS: 25359 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505
Additionally, we will provide all of our Conqueror’s with one complimentary Conquer The Bridge Collectible Card/ Buono’s Pizzeria coupon when you pick up your bib at Road Runner Sports as our gift to you!
Thank You! We very much look forward to seeing all of you!
***Please scroll down to the bottom of this page to view an extensive parking map***
PARKING MAP AND UPDATES
As many of you may know, the long-awaited and exciting West Harbor Development Complex has broken ground in the former Ports of Call Parking lots and surrounding areas. The result is we have been making arrangements for all of you to accommodate your parking needs on Race Day. We have provided a map which outlines multiple options for you to consider. However, PLEASE READ and PAY ATTENTION to the following important information:
1. PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY THIS YEAR!
2. There is plenty of FREE street parking. There are NO PARKING METER FEES on Race Day.
3. Lots P1 and P2 will probably fill up early but we won’t know that until Race Day.
4. The TOPAZ Parking ( P3 ) structure can hold 600 cars but if you intend to pay cash bring exactly $7.00 as they will not be making change. Much appreciated.
5. If you want to use the P4 lot on 22nd. Street and Miner the best way to get there is to come down 7th. Street and TURN RIGHT onto MINER ST. and take it out to 22nd. Street and park in the lot on the RIGHT side where the Red Car Trolleys will pick you up and take you to 6th. Street. PLEASE FOLLOW DIRECTIONS.
The WEST HARBOR ownership has been wonderful in helping us to put this parking plan together for you. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the incredible PBID leadership for arranging our use of the Red Car Trolley’s this year.
PLEASE BE FULLY AWARE CONQUER THE BRIDGE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE IF YOU ARRIVE LATE SO PLEASE DO NOT IGNORE THE INFORMATION PROVIDED. THE MAP IS EASY TO FOLLOW.
SEE YOU ON LABOR DAY MONDAY BRIGHT AND EARLY!!!
Thank you as always.
MPH
Address:
San Pedro/Port of Los Angeles Vincent Thomas Bridge Harbor Blvd Port of Los Angeles, San Pedro, CA
Race Distance:
CONQUER THE BRIDGE is a 5.3 Mile Race. Participants can either run or walk the 5.3 mile race. However, Caltrans requires that the Vincent Thomas Bridge must be re-opened no later than 10:00 am. Accordingly, participants that are still on the Bridge at 9:00 am will be picked up by a van and taken down to Harbor Blvd. to finish the Race. This is mandated by Caltrans, and is not negotiable. Thank you.
NOTE: The Start/Finish line is located where 5th St and Harbor Blvd meet (511 S Harbor Blvd San Pedro, CA 90731)
All registered participants will receive a custom finishers medal when they cross the finish line and place medals for the top three finishers in each Division will be awarded. Additionally, Championship Trophies and Flags will be awarded to the Male and Female Champions. Please pick up your Division medal at the stage after the race. Thank you!
DIVISIONS (M & F): 13 and under; 14-18; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80 and over
All merchandise including official race tee shirt, tanks, caps, and puff shirts will be available for sale during our three day packet pickup at Road Runner Sports in Torrance and at the race while supplies last. CASH or CHECK ONLY FOR MERCHANDISE.
L.A.P.D. Harbor Area Cadets:
Conquer The Bridge is pleased to announce that the L.A.P.D. Harbor Area Cadet Program, will be once again receiving a portion of the race proceeds generated from the Conquer the Bridge Race. The Cadet Program supports youth programs in the San Pedro-Harbor area of Los Angeles.
Rooms for
Conquerors!
Book your room at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in San Pedro to receive a special rate for the race! Parking is included and it is just a short walk from the Start/Finish line.
PARKING MAP AND UPDATES
As many of you may know, the long-awaited and exciting West Harbor Development Complex has broken ground in the former Ports of Call Parking lots and surrounding areas. The result is we have been making arrangements for all of you to accommodate your parking needs on Race Day. We have provided a map which outlines multiple options for you to consider. However, PLEASE READ and PAY ATTENTION to the following important information:
- PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY THIS YEAR!
- There is plenty of FREE street parking. There are NO PARKING METER FEES on Race Day.
- Lots P1 and P2 will probably fill up early but we won’t know that until Race Day.
- The TOPAZ Parking ( P3 ) structure can hold 600 cars but if you intend to pay cash bring exactly $7.00 as they will not be making change. Much appreciated.
- If you want to use the P4 lot on 22nd. Street and Miner the best way to get there is to come down 7th. Street and TURN RIGHT onto MINER ST. and take it out to 22nd. Street and park in the lot on the RIGHT side where the Red Car Trolleys will pick you up and take you to 6th. Street. PLEASE FOLLOW DIRECTIONS.
The WEST HARBOR ownership has been wonderful in helping us to put this parking plan together for you. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the incredible PBID leadership for arranging our use of the Red Car Trolley’s this year.
PLEASE BE FULLY AWARE CONQUER THE BRIDGE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE IF YOU ARRIVE LATE SO PLEASE DO NOT IGNORE THE INFORMATION PROVIDED. THE MAP IS EASY TO FOLLOW.
SEE YOU ON LABOR DAY MONDAY BRIGHT AND EARLY!!!
Thank you as always.
MPH