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Posted by: nicko1 on Monday, November 17, 2008 - 09:42 PM
The following is part 3 of 3 in a series of articles from the inaugural Crank the Shield earlier this fall.
Fall is in the air on the last day of summer as Ontarios First three-day mountain bike stage race comes to a close
SEPTEMBER 21, 2008 The last stage of Crank the Shield ends with a brisk morning in the heart of Ontarios cottage country, finding riders waking up in Camp White Pine to single digit temperatures.
Note: Thanks to Adam Ruppel at Chico Racing for the article.
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Posted by: nicko1 on Monday, November 17, 2008 - 09:37 PM
The following is part 2 of 3 in a series of articles from the inaugural Crank the Shield earlier this fall.
Heads through Minden and ends in Haliburton in the Wilderness to Village stage
SEPTEMBER 20, 2008 - Ontarios first three-day stage mountain bike race, Crank the Shield, ended today in Camp White Pine, just outside the town of Haliburton. To get there, racers rode through the town of Minden and enjoyed some of the rough, multi-line riding that Ontario is known for.
Note: Thanks to Adam Ruppel at Chico Racing for the article.
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Posted by: nicko1 on Monday, November 17, 2008 - 09:32 PM
The following is part 1 of 3 in a series of articles from the inaugural Crank the Shield.
Crank the Shield starts with great weather and great course
Day One of Crank the Shield, Ontarios first three-day stage mountain bike race, hosted by Chico Racing, kicked off today with a huge success. Riders were met with outstanding weather, a challenging 75km course that took racers from Buckwallow Cycling Centre near Gravenhurst to Camp Kandalore, near Minden.
Note: Thanks to Adam Ruppel at Chico Racing for the article.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, October 20, 2008 - 06:03 PM
TORONTO. October 18th. Kenya's Moses Macharia was the class of the field at this morning's OASIS ZooRun 10K, leading from start to finish for a convincing victory in 29:41, over compatriots Josephat Ongeri [30:20] and Pius Korir [30:41].
Note: Race report from Canada Running Series.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 09:53 PM
Tacks found on course
TORONTO - Triathletes competing in this weekend's half-ironman event in cottage country north of Toronto are being warned that tacks meant to puncture their bicycle tires have been found along the course, and organizers fear someone has deliberately targeted the event for bringing unwanted attention to the area.
Note: Article from canada.com.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 07:58 PM
Don't forget to tie your shoe laces!
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Posted by: petertherunner on Tuesday, September 02, 2008 - 06:27 PM
This is NOT a picture of our author below but he sounded just-as exhausted as this guy looks...
Note: David is a member of the Pedalos Cycling Club in Thornhill.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Thursday, August 28, 2008 - 06:15 PM
Canadian connection to marathon mania to be showcased at this years race
(TORONTO, August 27, 2008) One hundred years ago, through a twist of historical fate, the official distance of the marathon was set at 42.195 kilometres and the worlds first marathon mania was born. Toronto, alongside major cities like London and New York, was at the epicenter of this mania and at its heart was Native Canadian Tom Longboat, a marathoner hailed as one of the greatest distance runners in the world.
Note: Thanks to the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Thursday, July 31, 2008 - 05:30 PM
Toronto police say they've recovered at least 700 more bicycles in the ongoing investigation into a massive alleged bike theft operation.
Note: From ctvtoronto.ca with a report from CTV Toronto's Austin Delaney.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Friday, July 18, 2008 - 04:19 PM
TORONTO July 17, 2008 John Kelai of Kenya and Asha Gigi of Ethiopia, the course record holders and defending champions of last year's Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon, are both set to return to the 'flat, fast' course in search of new records.
Note: For entries and information, please visit: www.torontowaterfrontmarathon.com
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Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, July 14, 2008 - 05:40 PM
TORONTO. July 13, 2008. Kenya's Josephat Ongeri and Toronto's Nicole Stevenson emerged victorious in this morning's Nissan Toronto Ten Miler at The Distillery Historic District.
Note: From canadarunningseries.com
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, June 25, 2008 - 04:13 PM
In its inaugural year, The Ride to Conquer Cancer has emerged as Canadas most successful cycling fundraiser. The Princess Margaret announced that 2850 participants from across North America raised $14 million.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, June 18, 2008 - 09:53 PM
From the left to right, the team who got lost the most! Jen, Angela, Bill, Rob, Amanda and Peter.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, June 18, 2008 - 12:34 AM
The correct way to chug...
NOT!
3rd West Toronto Classic Beer Mile, where the women ruled and the men spewed.
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Thanks to Melanie for this "burp" story...
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, June 18, 2008 - 12:23 AM
Is there any better place to run?
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John Marsden is a local Guelph runner. His column appears every other Tuesday. He can be reached at john@tenda.ca - thanks to the Guelph Mercury for this article.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Tuesday, June 17, 2008 - 10:30 PM
The author winning his age group...at another event!
(nice yellow shirt)..
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Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, May 05, 2008 - 05:15 PM
What Ed Whitlock can do in a race could change the way we think about ageing
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Thanks to friend and movie producer (Saint Ralph) Michael McGowan for this story.
Source: www.saturdaynight.ca
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Posted by: petertherunner on Friday, May 02, 2008 - 03:08 PM
Go Larry!
Note: Thanks to Larry Bradley from the Running Maniacs for this story!
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Posted by: petertherunner on Thursday, May 01, 2008 - 06:24 PM
Canada's Fastest 10km - all downhill!
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Posted by: petertherunner on Tuesday, April 08, 2008 - 04:01 PM
No sandbagging allowed! Warriors, come out to play...
Note: For more information and the Road Warrior races, visit www.otfa.ca/roadwarrior, contact Michael Brennan, 416-497-5858, or email him at
roadwarrior1@sympatico.ca
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Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, March 17, 2008 - 10:17 PM
3-Hour Snowshoe + Orienteering Race
Follow the tracks, unless they go the wrong way!
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Thanks to Team Running Free for this article. Race Date was Saturday February 23rd '08. Race Web-site is www.dontgetlost.ca/raid/snow.htm
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, January 09, 2008 - 05:26 PM
I just returned from the Mississippi Blues Marathon in Jackson Mississippi.
I went to Jackson with our friend Jason Tung (it was actually his idea to go to
Jackson).
Note: Issie Pelc is a local Toronto runner on a quest to run 60 marathons by the age of 60. Find out more at www.issiesquest.ca
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, January 09, 2008 - 05:19 PM
I had a very good run that day.
The weather was as perfect as it gets. The race started at 7 A.M. when the
temperature was around 50F (10C) and by the end of the race, it was probably in the high 50's F, so I was perfectly comfortable in a singlet & shorts.
Note: Issie Pelc is a local Toronto runner on a quest to run 60 marathons by the age of 60. Find out more at www.issiesquest.ca
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Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, December 10, 2007 - 05:21 PM
Wrapped in teeny tiny Lycra suits, Santa's packages made a nippy jaunt through Yorkville yesterday.
Note: By TAMARA CHERRY, SUN MEDIA
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Posted by: petertherunner on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 - 09:24 PM
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Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, October 01, 2007 - 07:11 PM
Two Toronto businessmen have devised a game plan to train powerhouse distance runners
ALEX HUTCHINSON
Special to The Globe and Mail
September 29, 2007
On a blustery Friday afternoon, 28-year-old Andrew Smith is sprinting as hard as he can up Mount Garbage, the grassed-over former landfill site that overlooks Etobicoke's Centennial Park. As he reaches the top, he pauses briefly, before turning to encourage the runners struggling up the hill in his wake - some of Canada's top young distance runners who arrived in Toronto earlier this month to join a quixotic quest for marathon greatness.
Note: Thanks to longtime MyNextRace.com supporter Jay Brecher for sending us this article
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Posted by: petertherunner on Friday, September 21, 2007 - 09:17 PM
One of the major stories at the 2004 Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon was the surprise victory of a local runner, a 22-year-old Congolese refugee named Danny Kassap who crossed the line first in a then course record of 2:14:50.
Note: Story courtesy of Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon
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Posted by: petertherunner on Thursday, September 06, 2007 - 11:02 PM
Organizers today announced the rest of the men's field, who will be joining returning champion Daniel Rono of Kenya, in the pursuit of a new Canadian All-comers record at the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon on Sunday, September 30th. Last year, Rono ran a new course record of 2:10:15 for the victory, but was an agonizing 20 seconds shy of the fastest time ever run on Canadian soilâthe 2:09:55 that East German Waldemar Cierpinski ran 31 years ago at the 1976 Olympics in Montreal. Scotiabank is again offering a C$20,000 cash bonus for a new All-comers record.
 Will John Kelai be the man to break 2:09:55?
Note: Story courtesy of STWM
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, September 05, 2007 - 06:00 PM
Lord, what fools these mortals be!
Note: Submitted by John G. Lyng
Editor, Longboat Daily Express
Longboatexpress.ca /www.longboatexpress.ca/>
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 - 06:01 PM
TORONTO, July 24th. Kenya's Daniel Rono, and Poland's Malgorzata Sobanska, the defending champions and course record holders of the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon, have both confirmed that they will return for this year's edition, scheduled to open the Fall marathon season on September 30th.
Note: Story courtesy of Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon website.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Saturday, July 21, 2007 - 04:13 PM
News Release
For immediate release:
Breathtaking Breakthrough in Research Announced at 2007 Rebecca Run for SMA
Note: Contact:
Families of SMA Canada
Darren Bray
President
1 800 866-0016
darren@smacanada.com
The Esso Rebecca Run for SMA
Louise Smith
Race Director
905-836-9121
louise@rebeccarun.com
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Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, June 18, 2007 - 07:23 PM
The long and winding road....
Note: Readers...for more information, please contact:
Eliana Cugini
Sears Corporate Communications
416-941-4426
ecugini@sears.ca
The Longest Charitable Cycling Event in the World
-The Sears National Kids Cancer Ride -
Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, May 07, 2007 - 06:54 PM
Record turn-out, great weather, fast times....sorry you missed the fun!
Note: Full results and photos at www.canadarunningseries.com/sportinglife.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 08:51 PM
Running Room becomes âOfficial Clinic Partnerâ of Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront
Marathon & Half, with 5-year deal.
TORONTO (March 22nd) - Organizers of the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon today announced the signing of a major, 5-year partnership with the Running Room, that makes Running Room "the Official Clinic Partner of the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon," to be run on September 30th, 2007.
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Posted by: nicko1 on Friday, January 19, 2007 - 11:11 PM
IntriKate Events and The Yorkville Club are looking for 5 men and 5 women to compete in the "Fittest Bachelor and Bachelorette" Contest.
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Posted by: nicko1 on Friday, January 19, 2007 - 09:02 PM
For Immediate Release
Monday January 22, 2007
Toronto's Finest Bachelor and Bachelorette Auction let's you dine with Miss Universe or get sporty with an Olympian.
3rd Annual event offers Dream Dates in support of The Canadian Diabetes Association.
 
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, December 20, 2006 - 06:49 PM
For immediate release Wednesday 20th December 2006.
The Staff at www.MyNextRace.com and All Sports Marketing announced today that the 2005 / 2006 mascot, Pepper, will be moving on to the streets of Hollywood next year, in pursuit of a full-time career following in the pawsteps of Lassie, Garfield and others..
The photo at left shows the little guy, in action at some summer races.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 - 08:36 PM
Some wait for Santa. Others for Elijah. And still others for KrßßdknÌpper, the Festive Elf of Iceland.
But in Yorkville, they wait for pasty-white âathletesâ in nothing but flimsy red lycra.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 - 07:42 PM
A perfect fall day results in a lot of pb's....
Team Running Free in Action!
Note: Race Report â by Lindsay Ayearst
Race: Angus Glen Half Marathon
Location: Markham, ON
Date: November 5, 2006
Description: 21.1K
Website: www.angusglenhalfmarathon.com
Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, November 06, 2006 - 08:02 PM
The race season is not over here in Ontario....
Reain and Sin Triumph at Aurora Cyclo-Cross Race.
Note:
For more information on this event contact Cyclissimo Sports at: 905-727-2054 or Stephen Fleck at 416-888-7324.
Results:
http://www.cyclocrossontario.com/aurora_cross_uci_c2_0
Photos:
http://www.cyclocrossontario.com/index.php/v/aurora/?q=gallery
Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, October 16, 2006 - 05:02 PM
Another weekend, another marathon for some....
Someone looks pretty good here....the un-mistakeable orange jersey!
Note: Rob Tolman is an active and enthusiastic runner from the GTA, and member of the Running Maniacs.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Friday, September 29, 2006 - 11:17 PM
Some of our readers are also passionate about the air we breathe....
Note: Nick Capra is a runner and co-owner of Running Free. He is also a card-carrying member of the Green Party of Canada, and was a candidate in the North York Riding of Keele-Finch in the 2005 Federal Election.
For more information on this project (and sign a petition) and to find alternative solutions check out the following great sites:
http://stoptheplant.ca
http://www.davidsuzuki.org
Posted by: nicko1 on Monday, September 25, 2006 - 05:35 PM
It's a scene that's become all too familiar at marathons in Toronto in recent years: A runner suddenly crumples to the pavement and is rushed by ambulance to hospital.
Note: Source: Randy Starkman - Sports Reporter
The Toronto Star
Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, September 25, 2006 - 04:45 PM
Daniel Rono doesn't do anything but win.
The smooth-running 28-year-old Kenyan withstood a late duel with Abderrahime Bouramdane of Morocco and pulled away in the final kilometre to smash the course record at the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon yesterday.
Note: Source: James Christie - The Globe and Mail
Posted by: nicko1 on Sunday, September 24, 2006 - 11:02 PM
A running legend adds to his resume....
Note: Contact details:
For more information vistit our website: www.worldmarathonmajors.com
Boston : Jack Fleming +1 617.236.1652 ext. 2627,
Marc Chalufour 617-236-1652 ext. 2632
London: Nicola Okey + 44 207.902.0182
Berlin: JĂśrg Wenig + 49 30.8909.5250
Chicago: Marianne Caponi +1 312.904.9816
New York : Richard Finn +1 212.423.2229
Posted by: petertherunner on Friday, September 15, 2006 - 07:56 PM
Ontario- Sept 14, 2006
Friends of Toronto Track and Field, a non-profit community organization, announced today that it is providing funding for Peter Pimm, one of Canadaâs most successful middle and long distance running coaches, to work with the University of Torontoâs track and field program.
Note: For more information, contact:
Andy Higgins, FTTF Director
Phone (416) 426-7246
Email ahiggins@cscontario.ca
Posted by: petertherunner on Tuesday, September 12, 2006 - 05:04 PM
Well the race director said it right, "it's called Albion Hills for a reason and not Albion Flats"
Note: Rob Tolman is a keen endurance athlete and hopes to have his shoes cleaned before his next race.
Posted by: petertherunner on Saturday, September 09, 2006 - 03:34 PM
Looking for a new Hero.
Note: I would like to thank Martey Henwood from the Canadian Tour for passes to the event.
Yes, this story is not related to our typical comments, but hopefully while reading this you draw some inspiration from young Victor and make your next race a head-turner and your mental focus gets you through the pain...
Posted by: nicko1 on Monday, August 28, 2006 - 08:05 PM
What if they built a river and no one paddled it? Fear not, Teresa and
Michael will paddle itâŚ
Posted by: petertherunner on Thursday, August 17, 2006 - 05:00 AM
To My Friends and Family, My Supporters,
I want to thank you so much for supporting me in my ride with Tour For Kids, to help support Camps Oochigeas, Trillium and Quality; camps that support children and families of children with cancer.
My four day adventure was challenging, exciting and very inspiring.
It all started with quite a BANG â or maybe I should say PSSSSSSSSST. Thatâs the sound of a tire going flat after just 3 kms of riding. Yes, I was barely out of the CNE grounds on the lakeshore with 177 kms to go when I got the tourâs first flat. Fortunately, a tour marshal came by and stopped to fix my tube only to find that my tire was split. It looked like I would have to take a shuttle to the first rest stop to meet up with the mechanics. After I swore (a little louder than just under my breath), I think Kevin, the tour marshal, realized how upset I was at missing some of the ride; so using his adventure racing skills, he managed to make a temporary fix for my tire. Then we (Kevin and my 2 friends, Anne and Jonathan, who had waited for me) were off, to catch the other riders â now long gone.
This was when we met Saint Peter â the policeman. He had seen our troubles and waited for us at the side of the road. He then escorted the four of us along Lakeshore Road all the way out to Mississauga Rd, stopping traffic at lights and letting us ride through all the red lights. That was pretty cool. We would meet up with Saint Peter at different times over the four days of our tour. He was instrumental in helping us maintain our high average speeds.
While, initially I was quite disappointed at not being part of the big group on Day 1, I quickly found out how lucky I really was. While cycling with the tour marshal, Kevin, I found myself talking to a bicycle store owner, an Eco-Challenge competitor (thatâs the adventure race that lasts about 11 days and used to be televised on Discovery Channel) and a team member for the RAAM â thatâs the Race Across America â a bicycle race that crosses the continent in about 9 days. If you thought what I was doing was crazy, they cycle non-stop taking a few hours nap here and there until they have crossed the whole continent. I felt like I was in the land of celebrities. Day 1 ended with cheers, whistles and claps from riders and families from Camp Quality as I rode into Markdale, 180kms from Toronto. Now, I felt like the celebrity! Tonight I had the opportunity to meet more riders and to chat and play games with the kids and families from Camp Quality.
Day 2 was a challenging day. The fastest riders head out early to ride 250km. I selected the 200km ride. We got pretty wet; water came at us from all directions. Rain from the heavens, and spray from the bikes and the road! I chose a pretty challenging group to ride with and it was really exciting. I learned a bit more about riding in an eschelon (a group cycling strategy to help each other out by breaking the wind for team members). I was keeping up fine, but working pretty hard â not quite sure when I might fall off the end of this group. But knowing that there was another group not too far behind, I figured I had nothing to loose. All went really well until the 150 km mark. There we had a break, but my legs were feeling pretty tired. Being optimistic, I reminded myself that the next break was just 25kms away. I really had to work hard to stay with the group now, but I was determined. I watched my bicycle computer counting down the kilometers. With one km to go, I thought âYES, Iâve made it.â But with about 100m to go, the leader shouted, âAnyone need to stop, or can we just roll on through. Weâre just about thereâ. I shouted back, âHow about a 2 minute break?.â But I obviously wasnât heard (or perhaps I was being ignored). And on they went, and so did I. As we neared Minden the hills grew, and I just couldnât hold on any longer. But once again, an angel was watching over me, and Freddie (todayâs tour marshal) looked back and saw me, waited for me, then pulled me up to the group again. I was getting to know these tour marshalâs pretty well now (Remember, they are all fit, young, strong, good looking cyclists). Once with the group again, I held on and made it to camp. That was 200km and we averaged 29.7km/hr.
Day 3 dawned a little brighter. We were now heading from Minden to Wellington in Prince Edward County. At the start of the ride, members of yesterdayâs group rallied to ride together again, and so we made up a similar group. Today was 230km â the biggest day. By now we were getting to know each other a little, so falling into pace lines or an eschelon was a bit easier. After 205 kms, we were at the last refreshment stop rehydrating and refueling. We looked at our computers and realized that our average speed was 29.9km/hr. I think when I said, âOK guys, we have to pick up the pace, I want my computer to read over 30km/hr today,â I officially become one of the guys. And we did it (a great tailwind really helped) â 30.6km/hr. Upon our arrival we were met with bagpipes and cheering LITâs (Leaders in Training for Camp Trillium). Our campsite was right on the water, so we promptly leaned our bikes up against a tree and dove into the water. Ohhhh, what heaven!! That evening we ate dinner in the park and were treated to a campfire by the LITâs.
Day 4 once again clouded over and by the time we climbed onto our bikes it was raining. Boy, in a summer where weâve had nothing but sunshine, I canât believe that we had 2 out of 4 days of rain. But come to think of it, it may have been better than those hot humid days of June and July. Today was a 165km day. We were actually shuttled to Colborne to start. We rode some of the biggest hills Iâve seen in Ontario. That was tough after having already spent 3 long days on the bike. Once again, a new friend came to my rescue as my quads screamed at me â and on several occasions I felt a light hand on my back to give me that tiny little bit of help to make it more easily up those hills.
The whole crew, about 135 riders congregated together before making our final parade to Canadaâs Wonderland. It felt quite incredible, to be riding along, taking up the whole road. Cars were honking (the good kind like a wedding) for us as we proceeded along Rutherford Road. As we finished up at Canadaâs Wonderland, medals were hung around our necks as we were congratulated. WOW!! We felt proud!
Together the riders have raised just about ½ a million dollars to help children with cancer. We have trained hard for it; it has been hard work, but it has been well worth it.
So once again, I want to thank you for supporting me in this experience. Iâve met some amazing people and made new friends. Iâve succeeded in meeting a great physical challenge as well. All of this while helping children and their families while they are going through an incredibly difficult time in their lives.
These four days have definitely been a highlight of my summer. Iâll be thinking about doing it again next year â and those of you who are cyclists, I encourage you to consider participating in this remarkable event (there are shorter ride options available).
I hope youâve had as wonderful, inspiring and exciting a summer for yourself as well.
And just one more time.
Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, August 16, 2006 - 09:22 PM
Ontario's premierrunning destination is now BOOKED SOLID!
Note: For more information on this great race experience:
www.runforthetoad.com
Posted by: petertherunner on Tuesday, August 08, 2006 - 06:07 PM
TORONTO. August 8th, 2006 â
Scotiabank today announced a new five-year commitment to extend its title sponsorship of the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon, at âa substantial increaseâ, paving the way for another landmark athletic event and grassroots fundraiser on September 24, 2006.
Note: Thanks to RCP International for this story. Read more about Canada's fastest-growing running event at:
www.torontowaterfrontmarathon.com
Readers, don't forget to submit your race story, running blog, marathon re-cap, cycling adventure, triathlon journey, or any other race-related story about your racing, event experience. My Next Race .com
Posted by: nicko1 on Wednesday, July 19, 2006 - 07:50 PM
TORONTO. July 19, 2006.
Kenyaâs Simon Bor has confirmed that he will return to the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon to defend his title and course record [2:11:57] that he set last Fall.
Note: For more stories and details:
www.torontowaterfrontmarathon.com
Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, July 17, 2006 - 05:36 PM
Ed Whitlock, age 75, runs 18:45 to steal show at Nissan Foundation 5K; takes aim at 3 hour mark for Toronto Waterfront Marathon
Note: See http://www.canadarunningseries.com/rocknroll/index.htm for more stories on the 2006 Nissan Foundation 5K at the Docks
Posted by: nicko1 on Monday, July 17, 2006 - 02:53 AM
Well, the day has finally arrived, reluctantly of course. After 20 years of talking, itâs time to put up or shut upâŚ.
Note: Stay tuned for the full race report. Results and more here:
http://www.multisportcanada.com/ms/events/results/display_results.cfm?resultID=496
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Posted by: nicko1 on Tuesday, July 04, 2006 - 04:13 PM
Simon Whitfield blistered the run course at the 2006 HSBC National Championships and won his 6th National Title despite trailing by over 2 minutes heading into the final 10km run. Whitfield stole the spotlight and left the 3,000 spectators at Professorâs Lake in Brampton in awe with his incredible run split of 30:17. Whitfield easily outdistanced Hamilton native, Colin Jenkins, by 25 seconds and finished with a time of 1:51:11.
Posted by: petertherunner on Friday, June 30, 2006 - 05:00 AM
24hrs of Summer Solstice.
Entry Fee $ 110
New tires, helmet, light $ 175
Supplies of food and beer $ 75
Scars, scrapes and injuries 7
# of laps completed 5
Hours slept in my car 3.5
Number of days to recover 3
Visits to on-site mechanic 2
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How many friends will I share my story with
about this great weekendâŚ.priceless!
Note: Note: For more details and race results, click here:
http://www.chicoracing.com/html/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=122
Quadzilla #1 and #2 are in the 5-person 150-199 age category.
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Posted by: petertherunner on Friday, June 23, 2006 - 02:09 PM
Hit and Run Golf
First of all, itâs not what you may be thinkingâŚ.we didnât ram some parked cars with our golf carts and then took off!!!
Note: To find out more about this wacky event and make pledges to a worthwhile cause:
http://www.drjayfoundation.com/drjay/hitandrun
Posted by: petertherunner on Friday, June 23, 2006 - 12:02 AM
Running Room employee and Ultra Trail running athlete Ryan Melchor is attempting
a HUGE FEAT this week and deserves our attention here. Let's see what he has to say...
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TECHNICAL STUFF
DATE: June 19th - June 28th
GOAL: 10 Days (current speed record is 14 days, 10 hours)
DISTANCE: 527.2 miles (848.4km)
COURSE: Tobermory to Queenston
ABOUT THE TRAIL: The Bruce Trail is the longest and oldest continuous footpath in Canada. Each year 400,000 people visit the main trail and its vast network of sidetrails. The Bruce Trail Association (BTA) is a charitable organization committed to establishing a conservation corridor containing a footpath along the Niagara Escarpment in order to protect its natural ecosystems and to promote environmentally responsible public access to this UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.
Today 47% of the Bruce Trail is protected from development, 53% remains vulnerable. The BTA is committed to securing the trail in its entirity.
Note:
Good luck Ryan!
You are nuts....
Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, June 19, 2006 - 04:05 PM
The rain and cool weather cleared just in time for the start of the Storm the Trent adventure race this past weekend.
175 racers in the solo, co-ed and 4-person categories gathered in Millbrook, On. for the 5th Anniversary of the Storm and the organizers of the event did not disappoint. The pre-race meeting held in the Millbrook arena provided the teams with the route info and maps needed to complete the race and teams were given a surprise twist. Teams were told that they would receive a sealed envelope that they could not open until the race started! As the athletes boarded the bus for the Squirrel Creek Conservation Area, the adrenaline started to flow.
Upon arrival, the buses emptied and all racers gathered around race organizer Sean Roper as he distributed the sealed envelopes. The teams tore them open and the race was on! The envelope contained a map that outlined the first 3 checkpoints hidden within the conservation area. Teams scattered around the park, finding the checkpoints at the entrance, in a marsh and down by the waterâs edge. In addition, teams were required to find their bike plates and attach them before they headed down to the water to paddle out to find the next 2 checkpoints.
A 3 km paddle east led the teams to their first point where they had to retrieve a âwordâ. Teams then had to return back to the canoe put-in point and continue 4km beyond it in the boats to find their next checkpoint. A quick 180o turn and a 4km paddle led the groups back to the put-in point and to their bikes. All racers shed their paddling gear, grabbed their bikes and headed out towards the Ganaraska Forest. A 35km trek across back roads, up punishing climbs and down a couple of thrilling hills led the group to the Forest where they were met with a 5km ride through sandy double track and fire roads to the next checkpoint and transition to the 1st run portion of the race.
Teams headed into the Ganaraska to find 3 different checkpoints scattered within a 5km loop of the Forest. Then end of the loop brought racers back to their bikes where they headed back towards the arena and the finish lineâŚâŚ..or so they thought. At the end of the bike, another transition point found the athletes faced with a âteam taskâ which consisted of shoveling mulch and transporting bags of it to another checkpoint. With the task complete, the athletes faced a final, grueling run through the forest and, finally, across an open field where they crossed the finish line completely spent from a great day of racing.
The day ended with a full BBQ, awards presentations to the top 3 finishers of each race and a slew of door prizes generously donated by several race sponsors, including RUNNING FREE! All in all, the Storm the Trent 2006 edition was a fantastic event and the Storm is definitely one race that every adventure racer should have on their calendar.
Note: for more info. check:
www.stormracing.ca
Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, June 19, 2006 - 02:34 AM
Totally Committed, (Dublin's Heroes of Soul) "a tribute to The Commitments", will headline the post-run Party at Toronto's most-fun summer run. Led by Dubliner Patrick Boshell, and lead vocalists Courtney Smith and Brent Walker, this raucous, high-energy, soulful group are guaranteed to get everyone on their feet dancing, as one of the GTA's best party bands.
From 'Soul Man', 'Dancing in the Street', 'River Deep Mountain High', and 'Mustang Sally' to 'I Will Survive' and 'Keep your Hat On', Totally Committed will bring you the best in Soul, R&B and Pop. They are totally committed to bringing you a night to remember at The Docks on Friday July 14th.
Note: For more details on this event:
www.canadarunningseries.com
Posted by: petertherunner on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 11:42 PM
Back to the drawing board...
Note: Continued on the weekend...
Posted by: petertherunner on Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 05:00 AM
Sulphur Springs Trail Races
Ancaster, Ontario
May 27-28, 2006
Many of my friends know that Iâve had an interesting, and seemingly disappointing, past six months of racing.
Note: Thanks to The Nutso Newsletter for this story:
Send your comments to Diane, ousernews@sympatico.ca
Posted by: petertherunner on Tuesday, May 30, 2006 - 04:59 PM
Toronto, On (May 30, 2006) â On May 28, 2006 Villa Charities hosted the first-ever Giro T.O. a 75 km fundraising bicycle ride with an Italian spin. The ride, inspired by the legendary cycling event, Il Giro dâItalia, raised over $65,000!
Note: Media Contacts:
Adriana Suppa / Oliviana Mingarelli
Communications Manager
Communications Assistant
Villa Charities
(416)789-7011 ext. 302
suppa@villacharities.com
Posted by: petertherunner on Tuesday, May 30, 2006 - 02:17 PM
This summer Ironman athlete and founder of OYE! Tours, Gerry Molinolo will cycle 1,200 kilometres across Cuba to attract the attention of Canadian bike shops, cycling enthusiasts and lovers of all-things-Cuban*. Her goal is to take down much needed bikes and equipment for the Academia de Ciclismo in Ciego de Avila. Itâs a long ride for a young woman to do all by herself (and the hot Cuban sun to contend with), but Gerry feels strongly about putting in an effort that equals what she is asking for.
Note: For more information about Gerry Molinolo or OYE! Tours check out www.oyetours.ca call 416-417-5360 or email gerry@oyetours.ca
Posted by: petertherunner on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 08:33 PM
On May 28, 2006 Villa Charities will host the first-ever Giro Toronto, a 75 km fundraising bicycle ride with an Italian twist. Inspired by the legendary cycling event, Il Giro dâItalia, the ride has a boot-shaped route and will tour well-known neighbourhoods throughout Toronto.
Note: For more information on the Giro T.O. visit www.girotoronto.com, or please call Pat Tanzola at (416) 789-7011 ext. 306
Media Contacts:
Adriana Suppa
Communications Manager
Villa Charities
(416)789-7011 ext. 302
suppa@villacharities.com
Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, May 08, 2006 - 05:40 PM
TORONTO. 7th May 2006
Macharia and Kortchaguina surprise winners at Sporting Life 10K
Posted by: petertherunner on Thursday, April 27, 2006 - 10:58 PM
In case you're wondering...
"Didnât Francesco say he âdo the full marathon in Waterloo?
Note: Francesco Guardiani runs with the Longboat Roadrunners and was counting on qualifying for the 2007 Boston Marathon, the 100th anniversary of Tom Longboats's historic victory...yikes, he's pissed!
Can you tell he's Italian?
His hands are flying everywhere!
Posted by: petertherunner on Thursday, April 27, 2006 - 10:19 PM
TORONTO:
Organizers today confirmed that defending champion and course record holder, Kenyan Reuben Chebii, is confirmed to return to "Canada's fastest 10k" next Sunday, May 7th.
Note: None of these runners mentioned above will be threatened by the returning team of 9 Drunks and a runner....
Posted by: petertherunner on Tuesday, April 25, 2006 - 12:50 AM
Well yah all heard about the great weather conditions, rain rain rain!!
Note: Robbie T was a recent winner of a free race entry, thanks to reading the newsletters!
Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, April 24, 2006 - 08:17 PM
On Wednesday, April 26th, 2006, the Healthy Ontario Relay Challenge Inc. will be kicking-off the Kids Fun Run program at Queenâs Park.
The launch will take place inside of Queenâs Park at 12:00pm in Room #247. Brooks shoes will be handing out complimentary running shoes for all MPPâs in attendance and there will be a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments served.
Note: For media information please contact:
Kate Lloyd
Healthy Ontario Relay Challenge
416-617-5529
eventdirector@healthyrc.ca
Posted by: petertherunner on Monday, April 10, 2006 - 03:07 AM
For runners in Toronto, Spring does not truly arrive until the Spring
Run-Off 8K in High Park is over. Today was that day. Surprisingly enough,
todayâs weather was actually pretty good. No rain. No sleet. No snow. No
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