Thai Richards Completes Daring Subway Jogging Quest Through NYC's 25 Lines and Beyond
Thai Richards, a seasoned ultra-marathon runner from Brooklyn, has achieved an extraordinary feat, running alongside every single subway line in New York City. The grueling task took him two years to complete, with the final leg concluded on Tuesday night as he jogged through pouring rain along the 4 train line from Woodlawn in the Bronx to Crown Heights.
Richards' journey began last fall with a run along the A train, spanning nearly 34 miles from Inwood to Coney Island. He followed suit, tackling the F train for approximately 27 miles from Jamaica, Queens to Manhattan and down to Brooklyn's Coney Island. Over the past two years, Richards ticked off every subway line, meticulously mapping his routes and documenting his progress on social media.
Throughout his epic run, Richards was accompanied by a unique blend of training gear and everyday essentials – including beer bottles, three gold chains, and a Yankees jersey. He frequently stopped to record video updates for his thousands of followers, proclaiming the distance he'd traveled with each triumphant declaration.
"I've never heard of anybody running any of the train lines," Richards recalled, "so I was like, 'Let's get this f---ing going.' It looked daunting at first, but I took my time, and it became one hell of a feat." The 35-year-old model's quest not only tested his physical endurance but also granted him a profound understanding of the city's history.
Richards frequently shared fascinating facts about the subway system, including the significance of New York's first subway lines (the 4, 5, and 6 trains) and the Staten Island Railway's former ownership by the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. His experiences have allowed him to appreciate the ever-changing landscape of his hometown Brooklyn.
As Richards concluded his final leg along Eastern Parkway towards Utica Avenue terminal on the 4 train line, there was no crowd waiting to celebrate his achievement. However, he did capture a triumphant video for his followers, proudly declaring, "From the BX to BK. The 4 line, that's it...MTA, I ran you all."
Thai Richards, a seasoned ultra-marathon runner from Brooklyn, has achieved an extraordinary feat, running alongside every single subway line in New York City. The grueling task took him two years to complete, with the final leg concluded on Tuesday night as he jogged through pouring rain along the 4 train line from Woodlawn in the Bronx to Crown Heights.
Richards' journey began last fall with a run along the A train, spanning nearly 34 miles from Inwood to Coney Island. He followed suit, tackling the F train for approximately 27 miles from Jamaica, Queens to Manhattan and down to Brooklyn's Coney Island. Over the past two years, Richards ticked off every subway line, meticulously mapping his routes and documenting his progress on social media.
Throughout his epic run, Richards was accompanied by a unique blend of training gear and everyday essentials – including beer bottles, three gold chains, and a Yankees jersey. He frequently stopped to record video updates for his thousands of followers, proclaiming the distance he'd traveled with each triumphant declaration.
"I've never heard of anybody running any of the train lines," Richards recalled, "so I was like, 'Let's get this f---ing going.' It looked daunting at first, but I took my time, and it became one hell of a feat." The 35-year-old model's quest not only tested his physical endurance but also granted him a profound understanding of the city's history.
Richards frequently shared fascinating facts about the subway system, including the significance of New York's first subway lines (the 4, 5, and 6 trains) and the Staten Island Railway's former ownership by the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. His experiences have allowed him to appreciate the ever-changing landscape of his hometown Brooklyn.
As Richards concluded his final leg along Eastern Parkway towards Utica Avenue terminal on the 4 train line, there was no crowd waiting to celebrate his achievement. However, he did capture a triumphant video for his followers, proudly declaring, "From the BX to BK. The 4 line, that's it...MTA, I ran you all."
! I was following along with his journey and it's insane how much he put himself through for this challenge 
. Two years of training and documenting his progress on social media? That's dedication, honey 
! And can we talk about the fact that he was rocking beer bottles and gold chains while running around the subway lines? I'm dead 
. This is more than just a feat for him, it's also a way to share his knowledge of NYC history with all of us 
. Congrats again on completing this incredible journey, Thai! 
! I mean, who needs a marathon when you can conquer 25+ subway lines? 
. And lol at the beer bottles and gold chains - yeah, he definitely knows how to bring the swag to a run 
. The fact that he took his time and broke it down into manageable chunks is so inspiring 
. He's not just a runner, he's a history buff and a Brooklyn local, too! 
!!! i mean 25 subway lines and then some? 2 years of non-stop running through nyc weather conditions? that's dedication for the ages 
. my bet is he'll be called "subway king" from now on 
I mean, 2 years of training and dedication is straight up INSANE! 
I'm talking about the ultimate #NYC adventure! 
Anyway, congrats to Thai Richards on an epic achievement! #SubwaySavant #NYCChallengeAccepted #RunningWild
i wish him congrats in person tho bc that'd be so cool! 
He spent two years running on every single subway line in NYC, and it's insane how he mapped out his routes and documented everything on social media. 25 lines?! That's like running the entire Boston marathon every day for a year! 
Oh well, still a huge congrats to Thai on completing this epic feat! 
i mean idk if thats training gear or a party trick but either way its hilarious. also i wish more people took an interest in their local transit system i feel like Richards is kinda inspiring people to appreciate NYCs history, so yeah i guess that's a good thing 
I think Thai Richards is literally insane (in a good way 
) for running through every single subway line in NYC! Like, two years of his life, right? And he even documented the whole thing on social media, sharing fun facts about the subway system. That's dedication, bro! 
Maybe next time? But seriously, it's awesome to see someone pushing their limits and exploring the city in such a unique way. 
anyway, congrats to him for completing this crazy challenge! maybe next up is trying a world record attempt or something?