the course
The Good Life Halfsy is known nationally for providing a fast, beautiful course that provides you with ample PR opportunities.
With 13.1 miles of parks, water features, tree-lined boulevards and Lincoln’s most notable landmarks, this point-to-point, net downhill course begs to be run. Add 15,000 adoring fans, 5 Cheer Stations, over twenty course entertainment acts and an epic downtown finish, and the Good Life Halfsy may just be your new favorite half marathon.
Course Amenities
The Good Life Halfsy course comes fully stocked with fluid stations, Gu Energy Gels, medical resources and ample toilets. Enjoy!
Time Limits + Cutoff Points
For the safety of all participants and the community, our City permits require a 4-hour time limit, measured from 8:55 am or prior if the last runner starts before 8:55 am. This equates to an 18:20-per-mile pace. However, early course cutoff points will be enforced at a 17:00-per-mile pace to facilitate road reopenings.
Time Limit Cutoff Points:
Runners must reach the following points within the required schedule. Runners falling behind this schedule will be given the following options;
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- Take event SAG Wagon transport to the Finish Line Area
- Return to athlete’s vehicle or shuttle buses at Start Line Area on sidewalks/trails following all pedestrian laws
- Continue towards the Finish Line Area on sidewalks/trails following all pedestrian laws
- Receive transport/pickup from course by own arrangement (friend, family, ride-share app)
Runners that are cutoff due to time limit and pace requirements are no longer considered participants of the in-person event and will be recorded as DNF on the in-person race results. Athlete’s that decline transport from the course will not have police support, traffic control support, medical support or aid station support as these services end following the cutoff times. Cutoff athletes will be given the option to submit a virtual race result to earn a medal.
| Mile | Average Pace Required | Cutoff Time |
| Start | 17:00 min / mile | 8:55 AM |
| Mile 1 | 17:00 min / mile | 9:12 AM |
| Mile 2 | 17:00 min / mile | 9:29 AM |
| Mile 3 | 17:00 min / mile | 9:46 AM |
| Mile 4 | 17:00 min / mile | 10:03 AM |
| Mile 5 | 17:00 min / mile | 10:20 AM |
| Mile 6 | 17:00 min / mile | 10:37 AM |
| Mile 7 | 17:10 min / mile | 10:55 AM |
| Mile 8 | 17:20 min / mile | 11:13 AM |
| Mile 9 | 17:25 min / mile | 11:31 AM |
| Mile 10 | 17:40 min / mile | 11:51 AM |
| Mile 11 | 17:50 min / mile | 12:11 PM |
| Mile 12 | 18:00 min / mile | 12:31 PM |
| Finish | 18:20 min / mile | 12:55 PM |
Pacing Recommendation:
If you are concerned about meeting the time limits, we strongly recommend starting with the 2:20 pace group rather than at the back of the pack to give yourself additional time to stay on schedule.
Finish Line and Athlete Village:
The finish line results will close at 12:55 PM and Athlete Village services close at 1:30PM.
Race officials may adjust time limits as needed for participant flow and overall safety.