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Run & own New York.
From the Central Park loop to the Hudson River path, New York is one of the most run-dense cities on earth — and one of the most fun to conquer block by block.
Stride turns your runs in New York into a territory game: every loop you run claims the real area you enclose on a live map — and rivals try to steal it back. The streets are unclaimed. For now.
Best places to run in New York
In Stride, each of these is prime territory. Run a loop around one and the area inside becomes yours — painted your colour for the whole city to see.
Central Park Loop
The classic 6-mile loop — and a perfect first piece of territory to claim.
Hudson River Greenway
A flat, fast waterfront path running the length of Manhattan’s west side.
Prospect Park, Brooklyn
A leafy 3.35-mile loop and the heart of Brooklyn running.
How you claim New York
Run a loop, claim the area
Close any loop on New York’s streets and the area inside becomes your territory on a live 3D map.
Defend it — or lose it
Rivals can run over your turf and take it. That’s your reason to get out the door today.
Top your city leaderboard
Weekly leagues rank everyone in New York — climb to the top and become the runner who owns the most.
Start a club war
Rally a running club and fight live club-vs-club battles for New York’s neighbourhoods.
Running in New York — FAQ
Is there a running game for New York?
Yes — Stride is a GPS running game that works anywhere, including all of New York. Every loop you run claims the real area you enclose on a live map of the city, and other runners can steal it back. It’s live now on iPhone — download Stride from the App Store to play in New York.
Where are the best places to run in New York?
Popular spots include Central Park Loop, Hudson River Greenway, Prospect Park, Brooklyn. In Stride, each of these is prime territory — run a loop and the area inside becomes yours.
Is Stride free to play in New York?
Yes. The full game — tracking, claiming territory, leaderboards and clubs — is free. An optional Stride Pro subscription adds extras, but you can own your part of New York without paying.
Claim New York first.
Stride is live on iPhone. Download it free from the App Store — the first runners in New York take their neighbourhoods before anyone else shows up.
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