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Thanksgiving Runs
The title is not meant to be a commentary on what may or may not happen with the digestive track after indulging in a feast. But there are all kinds of runs, jogs, walks and races coming up in the next couple weeks. Take advantage of them so you can eat more pie. And mashed potatoes. And sweet potatoes, and gravy, and sausage stuffing, and rolls, and …
This Saturday, November 21, 10:30 AM Strider “Tom Turkey” 6-mile Prediction Run It’s the race everyone has a chance to WIN! Another fun and cheap run brought to you by the Mesa Monument Striders Most accurate predictors, not the fastest runners, win the turkeys. Larry’s house, 2937 B Rd., Call him at 270-0774.
Thanksgiving Day Fireman’s 5K Turkey Trot Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, 9 AM The 5K (3.1mile) course enters Connected Lakes State Park and returns on the Colorado River Trail. This is a family event - kids, strollers and leashed animals welcome. Soar Physical Therapy, 2497 Power Road (behind the Redlands Albertsons store) Info: http://gjturkeytrot.org/
Saturday, December 5, 10 AM Winter Sun 10K Moab Price goes up Nov. 23. First 700 entrants guaranteed a long sleeve technical shirt, 650 already signed up as of last week. http://moabhalfmarathon.org Moab Note: the March 20 Canyonlands Half Marathon lottery registration opens Nov. 25 and closes Dec. 10. Check the website for details.
Also, it has been confirmed that any current Mesa Monument Strider member that runs the Winter Sun 10K in Moab will be guaranteed an entry into the March Canyonlands Half Marathon. You will need to pick up your guaranteed entry in person after the 10K and after your name has been confirmed to be on the current Striders membership list.
Try a cross country ski race the next day! Sunday, December 6, 11 AM WinterStart 5K Races Skyway Trailhead on Grand Mesa 5K Classic style at 11 followed by a 5K Freestyle at 12:30 Do one or both. All abilities are welcome! Hot soup. Grand Mesa Nordic Council
And planning ahead … Saturday - Jan. 9th, 7:30 AM Bangs Canyon Trail Run - 30K, 60K (formerly FA 50K) Bangs Staging Area (up Little Park road) Info: This is an old school, self supported, no frills race. Start the New Year off right with a long run. Racers must be able to carry a cell phone, map (single sheet of paper), and at least 40 oz of fluids. There will not be any course markers or aid stations. The course consists of a single 30k loop. The first loop will be clockwise followed by a counter clockwise loop for the 60k. You will have access to your car at the 30k mark. This is a very challenging trail run on 100% double track trails. Each lap consists of over 3000 feet of climbing. Very fast runners should plan on 2.5 or more hours to finish the 30k. Expect more time if trails are muddy or covered in deep snow. The cutoff for starting the second loop of the 60k is 12:30 PM. Bring a camping chair, sleeping bag, and celebratory beverage for the finish. More info: bangscanyon@yahoo.com
Please post a comment if you are aware of or will participate in other Turkey related runs.
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White Running
Dan and I had the good fortune to have a snowed-in weekend in Telluride. Fabulous place courtesy of one of his client friends (more on that later) and the bliss of being where nobody else was.
Almost two feet fell in the 48 hours we were there. It was perfect but made running a tad hazardous.
So I didn’t.
We took walks through the whiteness and came back to this place:
And soaked in this hot tub big enough to fit a village from Uzbekhistan:
All that while thinking of the brave runners going up and over the Monument.
My thoughts, at least, were with them.
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Julie Rocks the GOTR 5K!
Julie Norman, soon-to-be world famous first-time 5K’er granted The Daily Sentinel this EXCLUSIVE interview after her first and very successful Girls on the Run 5K last Saturday.
Julie and Lynn before the race began.
What made you decide to start running?
I wanted some type of aerobic winter activity that I could do fairly quickly, by streetlight, and during the week…I’m not a member of a gym and I don’t have room in my condo for a treadmill…so running seemed like a good choice. Then Lynn suggested a 10K in December and that got me motivated.
What was your training schedule like for the 5K?
Well, when the 5K came around I was training for the 10K…I followed a pretty tough training schedule developed on runnersworld.com but mainly tried to focus on running 2 miles…then upping it to 3…then to 4. Mostly I was doing 2 easy runs a week and one longer run on the weekends. So far I’ve made it to 5 miles on a Saturday and I average about 11-12 miles a week. That will increase over the next few weeks.
What did you like best and least about the GOTR 5K?
I loved the whole atmosphere of the race! It was laid back, everyone was welcoming, and it had that “everyone’s a winner” feel to it. I hated running in the grass although I’m sure it was helpful for my shins.
What would you do differently or the same?
For that type of race I don’t know that I would do anything differently…except maybe pick up the pace in the last mile. I ran like I always run—slow and steady. I kept my breathing regulated and had a good time. I think those are the best things you can do!
The mob of runners.
What did you wear on race day and did you plan it in advance?
On race day I was wearing a pair of long Nike running/walking pants and a short-sleeved Nike tee. They’re my sponsors. Just kidding…the shirt is wicking and the pants are comfy. I planned it ahead of time based on Tips/Advice from Karah who said to dress like it was 15-20 degrees warmer than it actually was. I wore my same running socks (Smartwool) and shoes (Adidas I think) that I always wear.
What advice or words of encouragement do you have for other beginning 5K’ers?
Don’t overtrain or you’ll get shin splints. If you’ve NEVER run before, even if you do lots of other sports like I did, I really suggest following a plan like the Couch to 5K…the combo of walking/running helps you to recover faster and more efficiently. Most of all, just do it! Get out there and have fun! Don’t stress about being slow or think that you’re not good enough—you’re out there trying, which is more than a lot of people!
How much is the Wheaties contract?
I signed a non-disclosure agreement so I can’t give out that information.
What’s your plans for the next few weeks leading up to the Winter Sun 10K?
Slow and steady. I know I can run it, since I’ve run 5 miles…I figure momentum and adrenaline will push me through. Still, I plan to start upping the mileage…4 today, 6 Saturday…next week I’ll repeat with an easy 2 miler, then a 4 miler, then a 6 miler…the week of the race I really plan to take it easy. I want to run it and run it without injury and that means resting so that my shin doesn’t hurt at all!
Anything else you’d like to tell our readers?
I always thought that I hated running. I’m a biker, a skier, a hiker and backpacker…but I’d never been a runner…when you think about it though, running can be a solitary sport, just like all those others that I love! Just try it. Or try anything. Just get outside! The air and sunshine is such good therapy!
At the finish of the race - looking just as fresh as the beginning!
For another runner’s story on the GOTR Harbert Lumber 5K - go here.
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Win a Turkey!
Hello runners,
Not running the Rim Rock? For a little shorter run that same day: Saturday, November 14, 9 AM Matchett Park Trail Run 5KMatchett Park (north of Patterson just east of 28 1/2 Rd.) GJ Parks and Rec, 254-3866
Here’s a race everyone has a chance to WIN! Saturday, November 21, 10:30 AM Strider “Tom Turkey” 6-mile Prediction RunAnother fun and cheap run brought to you by the Striders Most accurate predictors, not the fastest runners, win the turkeys. Larry’s house, 2937 B Rd., 270-0774
Group run Winter hours both Monday and Thursday: 5:45 PM
Group training run every Thursday 5:45 PM Nov 5: once more at Tabeguache Trailhead on Monument Road (we’ll run a street course through the Ridges). Nov 12: D’s house, 1102 Gunnison (NorthEast corner of 11th and Gunnison) After that ongoing: Craven’s Coffee Warehouse, 598 N. Commercial Dr. We’ll be out there rain or shine. A headlamp is a good idea. As always, this is casual and all shapes and speeds are welcome with various routes to choose from. We’ll look out for you.
Group training run every Monday, 5:45 PM Single Tracks Bike Shop on the circle in downtown Fruita. We’ll be running streets for better footing in all conditions. Bring a headlamp. Like the Thursday night group, this is casual and all abilities are welcome. Single Tracks, 858-3917
Messages or to get on or off the list: Tom Ela nachtambule@aol.com 434-9753
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T and A
That stands for “tips and advice”, and now that I have your attention …
I received an interesting e-mail today from someone who is about to “get bibbed” in their first race this weekend, the Harbert Lumber Girls on the Run 5K.
The e-mail contained a few tips for running your first race. They included double knotting your shoe laces, don’t start out too fast and making sure you use the porta-potty before the race.
I thought all those tips were pretty good - but surely there are more out there. So help my friend out and share some of your advice. Come on - you were new to the game once too. What would YOU have found helpful?
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Bullet Boy and the Spooktacular
Double dipping from HAUTE MAMAS blog … .
In preparation for getting in shape for the Moab Winter Sun, I ran in the Holy Family Spooktacular 5K this past Saturday. All I really wanted to do was beat my best 5K time, a slow but steady 31:49. (That was in last year’s Harbert Lumber GOTR 5K, a mere week before the Rim Rock Run.) Well, really I wanted to come in first, but that would mean I would have to be the only one running in the whole race.
It was a very sunny and cold morning and the race was a great one. Very pretty route with just enough hills to keep your interest - including the one at the very end. Several runners were in costume which made it fun too. I crossed the finish line in 31:44, shattering my own PR by 5 seconds! Ha!
After the 5K they had a Fun Run for the youngsters on a route around the school grounds. The older kids were stationed to hand out candy and treats along the way. I had planned to run it with my 8 year-old nephew Sam. He shivered and shook in the cold - all 45 pounds of him - as he waited for the race to start. As soon as they said “GO!” that boy took off faster than I had any hope of catching him. He never slowed down and finished in third place, barely out of breath. He didn’t even stop for candy along the way - miraculous for a boy who lives on water and cake frosting.
I have since nick-named him Bullet Boy. I’m pretty sure there’s a cross-country scholarship in his future!
Bullet Boy and his favorite Aunt Lynn
I gotta tell you - we have some seriously fast runners in this valley in the “not even old enough to stay home alone” 5K age category. At least a dozen of those kids turned in times of 8 minute miles or less. An 8-year-old boy ran it in 24:23, followed by another 8 year-old in 24:51! Holy hot feet! That’s a fast time for a 5K for little legs. Even for big legs.
So on to next week’s Girls on the Run 5K, then a Turkey Trot or two and then on to Moab, right Julie?
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Runnin’ and Chuckin’
Tom Ela with Mesa Monument Striders wants YOU to know:
There’s another fine Moab race this weekend that I hadn’t noted before. Saturday, October 31, 9:45 AM Pumpkin Chuckin’ 5K Moab, UT Part of the Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival at the old airport runway, 8 miles south of town For more info visit www.youthgardenproject.org
Also, don’t forget to sign up for the Dec. 5th Winter Sun 10K. Other Moab news: Registration for the 2010 Canyonlands Half Marathon and Five Mile Run lottery will be available November 25- December 10.
Saturday, October 31, 9 AM Holy Family Spooktacular 5K and Costume Fun Run Pancake breakfast after for an additional charge Call Kathy at 970-201-3928 for info
Saturday, November 7, 10 AM Harbert Lumber Fall 5K Canyon View Park Benefits Girls on the Run Sign up early for a bargain and to be guaranteed a T-shirt www.active.com
Last week on trails before the time change! Winter has arrived a little early but we’ll be out there. Paul Frisbie is offering pizza at his nearby house after. Group training run every Thursday 6 PM, Tabeguache Trailhead on Monument Road. Next week: 5:45 PM, meeting place to be determined (watch next week’s message)
After that ongoing: 5:45 PM, Craven’s Coffee Warehouse, 598 N. Commercial Dr. We’ll be out there rain or shine. If it’s too mucky, we can run pavement from there. As always, this is casual and all shapes and speeds are welcome with a variety of routes to choose from.
We’re in Winter mode on Mondays, too: Group training run every Monday, 5:45 PM 11/2 and after: 5:45 PM at Single Tracks bike shop on the circle in downtown Fruita. We’ll be running streets for better lighting and footing in all conditions. Like the Thursday night group, this is casual and all abilities are welcome. Single Tracks, 858-3917
Messages or more info call Tom Ela nachtambule@aol.com 434-9753
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Motivation
Six a.m.
Very dark out.
Not too cold.
In fact, under the covers it’s still pretty warm.
But I need to roll out of bed and tug on my running gear because … .
Julie is breathing down my neck!
So I head out the door in the darkness and realize that I haven’t seen the stars much this year so I revel in that.
I trudge up the considerable hills, making noise to scare away any predators still prowling about in the pre-dawn hours. I’m digging the darkness because I can’t actually see the hills but I can feel them. Oh lord - how I can feel them.
I’m wondering why there are no street lights but finally I come upon the road sign that marks my turn-around point.
I make my way back towards home and hot coffee and you know what? I’m feeling pretty good. Mostly I’m happy that I can keep up with Julie. She’s rockin’ the road!
First voice mail from her when I get to the office this morning is:
“Hey - did you get the e-mail from Moab about the half-marathon?”
Woman! That’s twice as far and then some as the 10K. Bring me more coffee and we’ll talk!
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The Trifecta of 5K’s
You can run in a local 5K for three weekends in a row starting next weekend. I know - I’m a genius for figuring that out, but here’s the rundown (ha! get it? RUNdown?)
Benefit run for Rusty Leech: Sunday. October 25, 10 AM Race for Mobility 5K Run, Walk and Roll Canyon View Park Info and registration form: http://monumentgraphics.com/rusty/registration-form.pdf Rusty has been traveling to receive stem cell therapy for an injury he incurred several years ago. Proceeds from the race help defer his costs.
Holy Family Spooktacular 5K and Costume Fun Run Saturday, October 31, 9 AM Pancake breakfast after for an additional charge Call Kathy at 970-201-3928 for info. Registration forms can be picked up at Holy Family School or register on race day. Costume Fun Run for the little guys around the school - or for the big guys too! Pick up treats along the way. Benefits Holy Family School.
Harbert Lumber Fall 5K Saturday, November 7, 10 AM Canyon View Park Sign up early for a bargain and to be guaranteed a T-shirt www.active.com. This benefits Girls on the Run, a favorite of mine. How much more fun can you have then running in a sea of giggling girls?
Anyone planning to run the Trifecta of 5K’s - let me know.
UPDATE: Julie is a running machine! I watched her scamper up a darn near vertical hill yesterday like she was rolling through butter! She’ll be the one to catch this year.
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What are YOU Running?
Hello runners,
Looks like 5K season. Good luck to all of you Other Half runners getting in a long one Sunday!
Benefit run for Rusty Leech:Sunday. October 25, 10 AM Race for Mobility 5K Run, Walk and Roll Canyon View Park Info and registration form: http://monumentgraphics.com/rusty/registration-form.pdf
Holy Family Spooktacular 5K and Costume Fun Run Saturday, October 31, 9 AM Pancake breakfast after for an additional charge Call Kathy at 970-201-3928 for info
Harbert Lumber Fall 5K Saturday, November 7, 10 AM Canyon View Park Sign up early for a bargain and to be guaranteed a T-shirt www.active.com
Make your commitment and ramp up the mileage: First Annual US Bank Rim Rock MarathonSaturday, November 14, 8 AM Colorado National Monument http://www.ascentproductions.net/Events/rrm.aspx
Three more weeks on trails before the time change! Savor it!Group training run every Thurs day 6 PM, Tabeguache Trailhead on Monument Road. We’ll be out there rain or shine. If it’s too mucky, we can run pavement from there. As always, this is casual and all shapes and speeds are welcome with a variety of routes to choose from. We’ll look out for you.
Group training run every Monday, 6 PM 10/19 Mary’s Loop Trailhead, I-70 Loma Exit 10/26 Devil’s Canyon Trailhead, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 11/2 and after: Stay tuned for time and place after the time change. Like the Thursday night group, this is casual and all abilities are welcome. Single Tracks, 858-3917
Tom Ela nachtambule@aol.com 434-9753
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Check Out the Costume Run!
From trusty correspondent Tom Ela:
Hello runners,
It looks like it’s going to be a good day to romp for a few hours in the wilderness: Sunday, October 11, 8:30 AM Run to Whitewater 18-mile trail run Beautiful but isolated self-supported point-to-point cheapo run Wear something bright since there may be deer hunters in the area! Bangs Canyon Staging Area on Little Park Road to Hwy 141 at the mouth of Unaweep Canyon just west of Whitewater Info: Conrad 245-4243
Benefit run for Rusty Leech: Sunday. October 25, 10 AM Race for Mobility 5K Run, Walk and Roll Canyon View Park Info and registration form: http://monumentgraphics.com/rusty/registration-form.pdf
Saturday, October 31, 9 AM Holy Family Spooktacular 5K and Costume Fun Run Pancake breakfast after for an additional charge Call Kathy at 970-201-3928 for info
Saturday, November 7, 10 AM Harbert Lumber Fall 5K Canyon View Park Sign up early for a bargain and to be guaranteed a T-shirt www.active.com
Make your commitment and ramp up the mileage: First Annual US Bank Rim Rock Marathon Saturday, November 14, 8 AM Colorado National Monument http://www.ascentproductions.net/Events/rrm.aspx
Group training run every Thurs day 6 PM, Tabeguache Trailhead on Monument Road. We’ll be out there rain or shine. If it’s too mucky, we can run pavement from there. As always, this is casual and all shapes and speeds are welcome with a variety of routes to choose from. We’ll look out for you.
Group training run every Monday, 6 PM 10/12 Pollock Bench Trailhead, run Pollack Bench, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 10/19 Mary’s Loop Trailhead, I-70 Loma Exit
10/26 Devil’s Canyon Trailhead, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 11/2 Stay tuned for time and place after the time change. Like the Thursday night group, this is casual and all abilities are welcome. Single Tracks, 858-3917
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Sun, Sun, Sun Here We Come!
Julie has become a crazy running machine! We met at the river trail last night with Elissa (whom I haven’t run with in ages!) and the three of us had a lovely run. So much so we agreed to meet up again Thursday for a repeat.
Dan didn’t want to run “with a bunch of girls” so he rode his bike and got in some good miles that way. Actually - he was intimidated by us, but with no reason. I think he just didn’t want to make us look like fashion degenerates when he showed up in his new running duds from REI.
I am so jazzed to say that I am running again! The first change I noticed is that I am hungry a lot! Like now! I had to make do with a latte and toffee biscotti from Enstrom’s for breakfast and while not exactly fuel for the runner’s body - it tasted pretty darn good.
My i-pod is charged up and ready for the runs that last longer than 30 minutes and when I have no friends along to chat with. My Camelbak is cleaned out and filled up (although that first sip of water still tasted like something from a swamp). So far I have no issues with plantar fasciitis flaring up so hope that’ll stay true.
Ahhh, Winter Sun 10K - here we come! Ready or not. But we’ll be ready.
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Something to Train For
I’ve been threatening to sign up for this race or that race for a long time but I have only run in two races since the Rim Rock Run almost a year ago! I know - but I’ve enjoyed having the time to do other stuff.
So I set my sights on registering for the Moab Winter Sun 10K and registration opened for that today. Yippee! At 11:00 a.m. to be exact. I know because I was sitting with my credit card handy and ready to go. At the stroke of 11:00 I was typing away registering me and Dan. Just a desk or two away Julie Norman was doing the same thing.
Julie is a mountain-biking-backpacking-hiking fool. Well, she’s far from a fool but you know what I mean. She casually mentioned to me the other day she might sort of want to maybe start running and I instantly seized on the opportunity to get her hooked. I am so excited that she’ll be doing this run. But I warned her that if she beat me I would find some way of sabotaging her at the office. She is, after all, 20 years younger than me so the chances of her whooping me are pretty good.
So check back for progress reports and by all means give us some inside scoop if you’ve done this run before.
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Cedaredge Applefest 5K
Cedaredge is the neatest little town on the edge of Grand Mesa and right now the weather and scenery up there (roughly 7,500’) is spectacular. This weekend is their Applefest which is always a wonderful event. Go early and start your day with the First Annual Applefest 5K run or walk. It benefits Boy Scout troop 482. Stay for the fun of Applefest!
Click here to register (www.applefest5K.com if that link is not working) and for more information. You can also register at active.com.
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Run for Rusty
From our faithful correspondent Tom Ela:
Hello runners,
Rusty Leech has been a paraplegic since 1998, when an accident left him paralyzed from the middle of his back down. Rusty has traveled to India three times for stem cell treatment. As a result, he has regained some nerve sensation and feeling in parts of his body that were paralyzed for more than 10 years. The travel and treatments have been financially draining for Rusty and his family. We can help him continue these critical stem cell treatments. Please join us for an active, unforgettable morning that will change Rusty’s life.
Sunday. October 25, 10 AM Race for Mobility 5K Run, Walk and Roll Canyon View Park Info and registration form: http://monumentgraphics.com/rusty/registration-form.pdf
Saturday, October 3, 8 AM Anna Banana 5K Connected Lakes State Park Martelle 242-5255
Also got notice of a half marathon and 5K on Sat. Oct. 3 in Glenwood Springs on the Glenwood Canyon Trail. Check out the Glenwood Canyon Shuffle Race for Literacy on www.active.com
Sunday, October 11, 8:30 AM Run to Whitewater 18-mile trail run Beautiful but isolated self-supported point-to-point cheapo run Bangs Canyon Staging Area on Little Park Road to Hwy 141 at the mouth of Unaweep Canyon just west of Whitewater Info: Conrad 245-4243
Sunday, October 11 The Other Half Half Marathon Moab http://www.moabhalfmarathon.org/other/other_half.html
Make your commitment and ramp up the mileage: First Annual US Bank Rim Rock Marathon Saturday, November 14, 8 AM Colorado National Monument http://www.ascentproductions.net/Events/rrm.aspx
Group training run every Thurs day 6 PM, Tabeguache Trailhead on Monument Road. We’ll be out there rain or shine. If it’s too mucky, we can run pavement from there. As always, this is casual and all shapes and speeds are welcome with a variety of routes to choose from. We’ll look out for you. Questions: give me a call or email
Group training run every Monday, 6&nb sp;PM 9/28 Devil’s Canyon Trailhead, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 10/5 Pollock Bench Trailhead, run Flume Canyon, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 10/12 Pollock Bench Trailhead, run Pollack Bench, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 10/19 Mary’s Loop Trailhead, I-70 Loma Exit Then we’ll repeat this 4-week rotation. Like the Thursday night group, this is casual and all abilities are welcome. Single Tracks, 858-3917
Messages or to get on or off the list: Tom Ela nachtambule@aol.com 434-9753
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Running for Cover
It’s been quite some time since I’ve written about any of my running adventures. That’s because I haven’t been running much - hence, no adventures to write about.
Until last night. I have rededicated myself to running at least a few times a week. The weather is perfect for running right now. And I have Chloe, my special needs dog, to keep me company on the trails.
So last night we set out on the Lunch Loop with a blue sky and the sun just starting to set. I figured we had about anhour to spend. But lo and behold, Colorado weather being what it is, there was a huge dark sky blowing in. As we climbed Bentonite Hill I could see lightening start to strike over the mesa and it was pretty much headed towards us. So I cut short over to Gunny Loop and then circled back to Kurt’s Lane for the sweet downhill cruise. All the time I was keeping watch on Chloe and the ever-darkening sky periodically lit up with some serious streaks of probably a million volts. At one point I could feel my scalp tingle. I wasn’t sure if it was from those volts or sweat starting to trickle down - either way I decided to high-tail it back to the car.
The good thing about it was that when you’re running to get away from being shocked to death - the hills are pretty easy to take. Chloe was right behind me and must have sensed my urgency cuz she didn’t wander off the trail much at that point.
We got back to the car just in time for the big dark to move in and it looked like this
Exactly.
All’s well that ends well. It was great being back out there. And yes, my quads are sore this morning. So’s my arm from the flu shot I got yesterday - but that’s a whole other issue.
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Look What’s Coming your Way!
Hey, you multi-talented people, it’s too late to train for it but you can still jump in and experience a local triathlon this weekend: Saturday, September 19 Western Colorado Olympic-length Triathlon Highline State Park Info: www.ascentproductions.net Register: www.active.com OR help out as a volunteer. Racers will love ya!
The Golden Leaf Half Marathon is full and registration has closed. You can still get into the Other Half Half Marathon in Moab, October 18 but don’t dawdle! This will fill up, too. http://www.moabhalfmarathon.org/other/other_half.html
Saturday, October 3, 8 AM Anna Banana 5K Connected Lakes State Park Martelle 242-5255
Also got notice of a half marathon and 5K on Sat. Oct. 3 in Glenwood Springs on the Glenwood Canyon Trail. Check out the Glenwood Canyon Shuffle Race for Literacy on www.active.com
Sunday, October 11, 8:30 AM Run to Whitewater 18-mile trail run Beautiful but isolated self-supported point-to-point cheapo run Bangs Canyon Staging Area on Little Park Road to Hwy 141 at the mouth of Unaweep Canyon just west of Whitewater Info: Conrad 245-4243
Make your commitment and ramp up the mileage: First Annual US Bank Rim Rock Marathon Saturday, November 14, 8 AM Colorado National Monument http://www.ascentproductions.net/Events/rrm.aspx
Group training run every Thursday 6 PM (NEW TIME!), Tabeguache Trailhead on Monument Road. We’ll be out there rain or shine. If it’s too mucky, we can run pavement from there. As always, this is casual and all shapes and speeds are welcome with a variety of routes to choose from. We’ll look out for you. Questions: give me a call or email
Group training run every Monday, 6 PM (NEW TIME!) 9/21 Mary’s Loop Trailhead, I-70 Loma Exit 9/28 Devil’s Canyon Trailhead, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 10/5 Pollock Bench Trailhead, run Flume Canyon, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 10/12 Pollock Bench Trailhead, run Pollack Bench, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita Then we’ll repeat this 4-week rotation. Like the Thursday night group, this is casual and all abilities are welcome. Single Tracks, 858-3917
Messages or to get on or off the list: Tom Ela nachtambule@aol.com 434-9753
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“nice atmosphere of camaraderie facing big challenges”
I’m not making that title up! That’s a promise made by the nice folks in Patagonia/Chile/Argentina who are hosting the Trans Andes Trail run this February.
The following message was sent to Mesa Monument Striders:
Hi Mesa Monument Striders
I’m contacting you to expose a Trail Running race that may interest you, the Transandes Challenge 2010, an Epic Trail Running Race in Patagonia. Is a 3 days challenge (february 11th till february 13th 2010), with stages between 25 to 35 kms long, to compite in pairs, with all your requirements included, like racing suplies, 3 meals per day, campsites, thermal waters to relax after every stages, the most beautifull landscapes and the best trails you could find.
We invite you to visit our website www.transandeschallenge.com, where you could find any information you may require.
Regards
Daniel Puschel N Coordinador Transandes Challenge 2010
Hey-plenty of time to train and I think their winter is our summer, right?
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This just in … . New Telluride Run or Walk
ANNOUNCING!
The First Annual Heart Of Telluride 10K Run and 5K Walk
WHERE: Downtown Telluride, Colorado amid the beautiful San Juan Mountains
WHEN: October 3, 2009, 8AM Start Time
HOW MUCH: $20 registration fee in advance; $25 on race day (includes T-shirt and finish line refreshments)
HOW: Find information and our registration form at www.telluriderunning.com or call us at 970-728-3001.
Be sure to tell all your running buddies about it! We look forward to seeing you in Telluride this fall!
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Run and Geocache for a great cause
Hello runners,
Robb Reece sent this note about the many amenities coming up at Mary’s Loop. Jump in! - Awesome race hats to first 100 entrants - entries coming in, register now! - New this year - Geocaching event for the families and kids. Find great prizes with a GPS! Prizes from REI. FREE - limited to first 12 families. Sign up race morning only. See details at http://www.sarevents.org - Once again - Cash prizes for overall top 3 in each race M/F - Beaucoup prize drawings for all runners - Race start time this year is 8:00 AM sharp - Live race results posted to the web as you cross the finish line! Saturday, September 5, 8 AM Mary’s Loop 8 Mile and Kokopelli 16 Mile Mary’s Loop Trailhead, I-70 Loma Exit http://www.sarevents.org/
Need an alternative to the slow and expensive Imogene Pass Run? Saturday, September 12, 8:30 AM Spur of the Moment 5K Junior Legion Park, Riverfront Trail off Redlands Parkway Fast and cheap! Larry 270-0774 or Jay 640-2746
One of Tom’s favorite runs is well over half way to its 800-runner limit. Sign up soon! Saturday, September 26, 8:30 AM Golden Leaf Half Marathon Trail from Snowmass Village to Aspen
Saturday, October 3, 8 AM Anna Banana 5K Connected Lakes State Park Martelle 242-5255
Also got notice of a half marathon and 5K on Sat. Oct. 3 in Glenwood Springs on the Glenwood Canyon Trail. Check out the Glenwood Canyon Shuffle Race for Literacy on www.active.com
Group training run every Thursday 6 PM (NEW TIME!), Tabeguache Trailhead on Monument Road. We’ll be out there rain or shine. If it’s too mucky, we can run pavement from there. As always, this is casual and all shapes and speeds are welcome with a variety of routes to choose from. We’ll look out for you. Questions: give me a call or email
Group training run every Monday, 6:30 PM Yes, there will be a run on Monday, Labor Day: 9/7 Pollock Bench Trailhead, run Flume Canyon, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 9/14 Pollock Bench Trailhead, run Pollack Bench, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 9/21 Mary’s Loop Trailhead, I-70 Loma Exit 9/28 Devil’s Canyon Trailhead, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita Then we’ll repeat this 4-week rotation. Like the Thursday night group, this is casual and all abilities are welcome. Single Tracks, 858-3917
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New Runs Coming Up - Even a Bike Ride
From the Mesa Monument Striders - lots of great stuff happening!
Hello runners,
New times for group runs! Thursdays - 6 PM Mondays - 6:30 PM (see details below)
The Tour of the Valley bicycle tour is in need of volunteers this Sunday, Aug. 30. Contact Ray at raymsrd@yahoo.com and you will be greatly appreciated!
Experience these great trail routes to benefit Search and Rescue: Saturday, September 5, 8 AM Mary’s Loop 8 Mile and Kokopelli 16 Mile Mary’s Loop Trailhead, I-70 Loma Exit http://www.sarevents.org/
Need an alternative to the slow and expensive Imogene Pass Run? Saturday, September 12, 8:30 AM Spur of the Moment 5K Junior Legion Park, Riverfront Trail off Redlands Parkway Fast and cheap! Larry 270-0774 or Jay 640-2746
One of my favorite runs is well over half way to its 800-runner limit. Sign up soon! Saturday, September 26, 8:30 AM Golden Leaf Half Marathon Trail from Snowmass Village to Aspen
Saturday, October 3, 8 AM Anna Banana 5K Connected Lakes State Park Martelle 242-5255
Group training run every Thursday 6 PM (NEW TIME!), Tabeguache Trailhead on Monument Road. We’ll be out there rain or shine. If it’s too mucky, we can run pavement from there. As always, this is casual and all shapes and speeds are welcome with a variety of routes to choose from. We’ll look out for you. Questions: give me a call or email
Group training run every Monday, 6:30 PM (NEW TIME!) 8/31 Devil’s Canyon Trailhead, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 9/7 Pollock Bench Trailhead, run Flume Canyon, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 9/14 Pollock Bench Trailhead, run Pollack Bench, take Kingsview Rd from Colo. 340 south of Fruita 9/21 Mary’s Loop Trailhead, I-70 Loma Exit Then we’ll repeat this 4-week rotation. Like the Thursday night group, this is casual and all abilities are welcome. Single Tracks, 858-3917
Messages or to get on or off the list: Tom Ela nachtambule@aol.com 434-9753
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Don’t forget to come support the GJ Fire Dept. and run the Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving!!! It is a fun fast 5K and family event!
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Take some comfort from the fact that just walking at that elevation is equivalent to some running at 4600 feet! My, it was incredibly beautiful……
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