FT Running Do
Sep 24, 2003 | 6:18 pm
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FT Running Do
Whilst out pounding the pavement tonight I had an idea for an FT Running DO. I noticed on other boards, that several members run on a regular basis. What do folks think of a group of FlyerTalkers getting together and doing a 10K, 1/2 Marathon or Marathon together? It can either be a carbo loading (aka beer) fun event, or something with a bit of fundraising to a worthwhile charity.
Obviously we would not want to set up our own race, so I suggest we go as a group into some other organisations race. In the spirit of FT it has to be someplace unique though.
Happy to help organise, if others think this is a good idea.
Happy Trails.
Obviously we would not want to set up our own race, so I suggest we go as a group into some other organisations race. In the spirit of FT it has to be someplace unique though.
Happy to help organise, if others think this is a good idea.
Happy Trails.
Sep 24, 2003 | 9:23 pm
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I'd be interested in anything under a 13.1 miles.
Running 26.2 once was enough!
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Running 26.2 once was enough!
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Sep 25, 2003 | 6:48 am
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How about the Marathon du Medoc et des Graves which is a race through the vineyards of the Bordeaux region in France. Many runners dress up in different crazy costumes, one can sample wine along the route, have dinner at a chateaux etc. I'm not a marathon runner but this has always interested me, sounds like a lot of fun.
Edited to add link:
www.marathondumedoc.com/default.html
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Edited to add link:
www.marathondumedoc.com/default.html
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Sep 25, 2003 | 8:01 am
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by MapleLeaf:
Whilst out pounding the pavement tonight I had an idea for an FT Running DO. I noticed on other boards, that several members run on a regular basis. What do folks think of a group of FlyerTalkers getting together and doing a 10K, 1/2 Marathon or Marathon together? It can either be a carbo loading (aka beer) fun event, or something with a bit of fundraising to a worthwhile charity.
Happy Trails.</font>
Whilst out pounding the pavement tonight I had an idea for an FT Running DO. I noticed on other boards, that several members run on a regular basis. What do folks think of a group of FlyerTalkers getting together and doing a 10K, 1/2 Marathon or Marathon together? It can either be a carbo loading (aka beer) fun event, or something with a bit of fundraising to a worthwhile charity.
Happy Trails.</font>
I'll be interested right after I get back from through-hiking the Appalachian Trail
<not joking...I'm off for seven months, starting March 18, 2004>
Sep 25, 2003 | 9:28 am
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by MKE-MR:
I'll be interested right after I get back from through-hiking the Appalachian Trail
<not joking...I'm off for seven months, starting March 18, 2004></font>
I'll be interested right after I get back from through-hiking the Appalachian Trail
<not joking...I'm off for seven months, starting March 18, 2004></font>
Sep 25, 2003 | 11:37 am
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by flytoeat:
I'm interested. I'm doing the Chicago Marathon on October 12. There are a few pretty exotic ones out there such as the Great Wall of China and the Antarctic marathons.</font>
I'm interested. I'm doing the Chicago Marathon on October 12. There are a few pretty exotic ones out there such as the Great Wall of China and the Antarctic marathons.</font>
For a shorter race, the BridgeRun (10K in April) in CHS is fun although extremely crowded. Or Shamrock Shuffle in Cgo in March (8k)?
Assuming I DNS, I'm doing Disney in January (I did the half last year).
Sep 25, 2003 | 12:34 pm
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I love the idea. I'm game as long as it fits into my teaching schedule. I'd opt for half-M or less, not competitive - there are enough competitive outlets around already and I personally prefer to choose my races for reasons other than FT participation. (I've run eight marathons, but the last was in 1987 and I doubt I'll get into shape for another.)
Sep 25, 2003 | 5:00 pm
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by MKE-MR:
This is a great idea! The Great Wall or other "exotic" would be incredibly fun.
I'll be interested right after I get back from through-hiking the Appalachian Trail
<not joking...I'm off for seven months, starting March 18, 2004></font>
This is a great idea! The Great Wall or other "exotic" would be incredibly fun.
I'll be interested right after I get back from through-hiking the Appalachian Trail
<not joking...I'm off for seven months, starting March 18, 2004></font>
I think this is a great idea. I am shooting for San Diego and Big Sur next year with the odd 50K and Ironman triathlon thrown in.
Helmut