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Post by burgrunner on Feb 19, 2010 11:50:59 GMT -5
I would like to encourage everyone to read the Marine Corps Marathon Announcement on the front page. This is a great race and those of us that have done it before and are planning on doing it again this year would love some company.
The MCM is called the "People's Marathon" for a reason. There are many first timers there and everyone should have someone to run with, there are always spectators there cheering, and you are never alone.
The proximity to our area makes this an ideal race. If you have any question, concerns, or just want to toss around the idea, feel free to contact any of us, or make use of this message board and we can start a conversation.
This race sells out fast (usually within days) so remember the registration date of April 7.
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Post by ericjoe on Feb 20, 2010 20:44:54 GMT -5
Count me in.
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Post by Justin on Feb 21, 2010 12:45:03 GMT -5
I am in, and definitely interested in the group hotel room rates. I think it would be great with all the young families we have if our significant others also had a support system set up. I know it would have helped me a ton last year if I had a group of locals to help show me the ropes.
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Post by burgrunner on Feb 21, 2010 16:15:57 GMT -5
Justin, the hotel is in a great spot. It is within walking distance of the start and finishes. The whole group dynamic really helps as well, not only for those running, but for those that are down there supporting us as well. I'm looking forward to it!
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Post by flyinghighrunner on Feb 21, 2010 21:21:04 GMT -5
I think I'll try to get in this year. It's definitely a race I want to cross off my list and my knee is doing good so far after surgery. Even though I'm in the DC area now, I'll gladly join the QCS if you'll have me. Another thought on a team effort...are you trying to put together a Ragner relay this year Jason?
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Post by Justin on Feb 22, 2010 8:59:12 GMT -5
Jeremy, that's great. That is exactly what I want. Last year we stayed in Burke, VA with family and I rode in on the Metro from Springfield. Then my family came later. I didn't see them until the Mall( 18 miles) and until then I was worried about how they made it into town. It's tough on Rebekah to lug both kids on a busy Metro like that, so having a support crew of friends close to the action would be a huge improvement.
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Post by burgrunner on Feb 23, 2010 14:10:49 GMT -5
Justin, Ashley and Jackie have the Marine Corps routine down pretty well after doing it for two years. This year may be a little different with the surplus of munchkins that will be in tow, that is the biggest reason for going with the hotel that is very close. Hopefully this will help us all be at ease knowing that the rest of our crew is OK and can make it around with little problem.
For the team competition, they score the top 3 runners for each team with a maximum of (I believe) 5 runners. Hopefully we can get a few teams. It is nice to have at least 4 on a team "just in-case". As of now, this is the list of those who are "in":
Open Male: Jeremy Rice Jaron Hawkins Dan DeWitt Justin Taylor
Masters Male: Rob Smith Eric Joe
Open Female:
Masters Female:
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Post by ericjoe on Feb 23, 2010 15:11:58 GMT -5
Sure would be nice to have Jason in that masters category.
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Post by Justin on Feb 23, 2010 15:20:56 GMT -5
That would be a killer masters team with Jason + Jim Jordan added. I think Rick Malcolm is also Masters. We could have some really strong teams if we got everyone's buy-in.
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Post by ericjoe on Feb 23, 2010 18:41:34 GMT -5
Justin--Rick is Masters as well . Adding Jim Jordan would be a killer addition to the masters category. I think the 5 of us could do very well as a team.
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Post by dan on Feb 23, 2010 20:07:07 GMT -5
Don't forget the Big Dog! Derick Winfield is IN as well.
This will be a fantastic group experience and I am looking forward to the long training buildup. It will help to have so many different people together with different backgrounds all going towards a common goal.
Let's keep the talk going!
DAN
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Post by burgrunner on Feb 23, 2010 20:34:00 GMT -5
I did forget that you told me that, thanks for the reminder.
Open Male: Jeremy Rice Jaron Hawkins Dan DeWitt Justin Taylor
Masters Male: Rob Smith Eric Joe Derick Winfield
Open Female:
Masters Female:
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Post by burgrunner on Feb 28, 2010 10:14:09 GMT -5
We added another,
Open Male: Jeremy Rice Jaron Hawkins Dan DeWitt Justin Taylor Brian Grove
Masters Male: Rob Smith Eric Joe Derick Winfield
Open Female:
Masters Female:
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Post by woody on Feb 28, 2010 16:56:13 GMT -5
you forgot about me running too
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Post by Justin on Feb 28, 2010 22:17:20 GMT -5
It's looking like we may have 2 teams for Open Men.
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