Do you need to jump start your racing season or just a jump start period? The Marin Memorial Day 10K is an uber fast and flat course that will propel you to a PR. The course record is 28:45 for men and 33:26 for women. It is a top-notch organized race with a VERY cheap $25 early registration for adults. We have had enough with T-shirts from races so it's a nice surprise to receive souvenir cotton towels at the finish.
For more information on registration and course map, here's the link: http://marinraces.com/
Race Date: Monday, May 25, 2009 8:15AM
Location: Kentfield, CA
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Thursday, April 30, 2009
Thursday, April 16, 2009
adidas and Boston Marathon Announce Contract Extension
Link: http://www.baa.org/News.asp?NewsID=390
Boston, Mass. - adidas and the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) are celebrating their 20-year partnership with a contract extension that keeps the brand as the Official Supplier and Outfitter of the Boston Marathon for years to come. Looking forward, adidas and the B.A.A. will be together for the B.A.A.'s 125th anniversary in 2013, and the historic 125th running of the Boston Marathon in 2021.
This year, adidas will again supply the coveted official Boston Marathon jacket and will outfit more than 10,000 race volunteers, media members, medical personnel, race officials and staff. In addition, the extension expands on the adidas role to include exclusive rights to manufacture, distribute, promote and sell B.A.A. branded apparel.
"The Boston Marathon is the world's most prestigious road race. Runners of all levels travel to Boston each April to run, cheer or simply watch history being made. As a running brand it is the place to be," said Patrik Nilsson, President, adidas America. "The Boston Marathon is a key platform for us to introduce new products and technologies, and we look forward to more opportunities to build on the traditions surrounding this race with runners and fans alike."
When adidas first sponsored the Boston Marathon in 1989, the race had 6,458 entrants; this year it will have 26,400. The B.A.A. and adidas will continue to create comprehensive and proactive community outreach programs to serve and promote sports in the city of Boston. Currently, the two entities partner on programs such as clinics for Boston-area runners throughout the year and the B.A.A. Kid's Relay Challenge, conducted over marathon weekend."
The partnership between the B.A.A. and adidas has strengthened the Boston Marathon in ways that not even we could have predicted," said Guy Morse, B.A.A. executive director. "We have been able to inspire, motivate and create products, events and programs that are consistent with the Boston Marathon's prestige and history. Since we joined efforts in 1989, adidas has been with the B.A.A. and with runners every step of the way."
2009 Boston Marathon Product
adidas running product will be on sale at the adidas booth at the John Hancock Sports & Fitness Expo inside the John B. Hynes Convention Center and at local Boston retailers including Marathon Sports, City Sports, New England Running Company and the Greater Boston Running Company. The full line of product can be purchased online at http://www.shopadidas.com/.
* In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the original partnership and the running of the 113th Boston Marathon, adidas designed a limited edition B.A.A. Supernova Sequence 2 running shoe. The limited-edition shoe features a unique colorway with the iconic B.A.A. unicorn logo. Only 800 pairs of the shoes were created. The shoes retail for $100 and are available at the Boston Marathon Expo, Marathon Sports, City Sports, New England Running Company, the Greater Boston Running Company and http://www.shopadidas.com/.
* All runners should have the chance to show off their accomplishment and adidas and the B.A.A invite them to do that with the Official Race Jacket of the 113th Boston Marathon. Featuring ForMotion apparel technology that optimizes performance and fit, this jacket offers greater comfort and freedom of movement. The ClimaProof lightweight shell allows heat and sweat to evaporate while keeping cold air and wind away from the body. The jacket retails for $90 and is available for men and women.
* For the first time, Marathon finishers will have the chance to create a personalized t-shirt after the race through adidas and partner SpreadShirt.com. Finishers can visit the site to select from various colors and styles and also can incorporate the official B.A.A Marathon logo as well as their finishing time on select designs.
About the Boston Marathon
The Boston Marathon is the world's oldest annual marathon and ranks as one of the world's most prestigious road racing events. The Boston Athletic Association manages this American classic, which is sponsored by John Hancock Financial Services. The Boston Marathon has distinguished itself as the pinnacle event within the sport of road racing by virtue of its traditions, longevity and method of gaining entry into the race (via qualification).
About adidas
adidas is a global designer, developer and marketer of athletic footwear, apparel and accessories with the mission to be the leading sports brand in the world. Brand adidas is part of the adidas Group, a corporation that also includes Reebok, TaylorMade and Rockport. Some of the players in adidas' roster of athletes include: Kevin Garnett, Dwight Howard, Jeremy Wariner, Allyson Felix, Shawn Johnson, Candace Parker, Reggie Bush, Tim Duncan, Ryan Howard and David Beckham.
Boston, Mass. - adidas and the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) are celebrating their 20-year partnership with a contract extension that keeps the brand as the Official Supplier and Outfitter of the Boston Marathon for years to come. Looking forward, adidas and the B.A.A. will be together for the B.A.A.'s 125th anniversary in 2013, and the historic 125th running of the Boston Marathon in 2021.
This year, adidas will again supply the coveted official Boston Marathon jacket and will outfit more than 10,000 race volunteers, media members, medical personnel, race officials and staff. In addition, the extension expands on the adidas role to include exclusive rights to manufacture, distribute, promote and sell B.A.A. branded apparel.
"The Boston Marathon is the world's most prestigious road race. Runners of all levels travel to Boston each April to run, cheer or simply watch history being made. As a running brand it is the place to be," said Patrik Nilsson, President, adidas America. "The Boston Marathon is a key platform for us to introduce new products and technologies, and we look forward to more opportunities to build on the traditions surrounding this race with runners and fans alike."
When adidas first sponsored the Boston Marathon in 1989, the race had 6,458 entrants; this year it will have 26,400. The B.A.A. and adidas will continue to create comprehensive and proactive community outreach programs to serve and promote sports in the city of Boston. Currently, the two entities partner on programs such as clinics for Boston-area runners throughout the year and the B.A.A. Kid's Relay Challenge, conducted over marathon weekend."
The partnership between the B.A.A. and adidas has strengthened the Boston Marathon in ways that not even we could have predicted," said Guy Morse, B.A.A. executive director. "We have been able to inspire, motivate and create products, events and programs that are consistent with the Boston Marathon's prestige and history. Since we joined efforts in 1989, adidas has been with the B.A.A. and with runners every step of the way."
2009 Boston Marathon Product
adidas running product will be on sale at the adidas booth at the John Hancock Sports & Fitness Expo inside the John B. Hynes Convention Center and at local Boston retailers including Marathon Sports, City Sports, New England Running Company and the Greater Boston Running Company. The full line of product can be purchased online at http://www.shopadidas.com/.
* In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the original partnership and the running of the 113th Boston Marathon, adidas designed a limited edition B.A.A. Supernova Sequence 2 running shoe. The limited-edition shoe features a unique colorway with the iconic B.A.A. unicorn logo. Only 800 pairs of the shoes were created. The shoes retail for $100 and are available at the Boston Marathon Expo, Marathon Sports, City Sports, New England Running Company, the Greater Boston Running Company and http://www.shopadidas.com/.
* All runners should have the chance to show off their accomplishment and adidas and the B.A.A invite them to do that with the Official Race Jacket of the 113th Boston Marathon. Featuring ForMotion apparel technology that optimizes performance and fit, this jacket offers greater comfort and freedom of movement. The ClimaProof lightweight shell allows heat and sweat to evaporate while keeping cold air and wind away from the body. The jacket retails for $90 and is available for men and women.
* For the first time, Marathon finishers will have the chance to create a personalized t-shirt after the race through adidas and partner SpreadShirt.com. Finishers can visit the site to select from various colors and styles and also can incorporate the official B.A.A Marathon logo as well as their finishing time on select designs.
About the Boston Marathon
The Boston Marathon is the world's oldest annual marathon and ranks as one of the world's most prestigious road racing events. The Boston Athletic Association manages this American classic, which is sponsored by John Hancock Financial Services. The Boston Marathon has distinguished itself as the pinnacle event within the sport of road racing by virtue of its traditions, longevity and method of gaining entry into the race (via qualification).
About adidas
adidas is a global designer, developer and marketer of athletic footwear, apparel and accessories with the mission to be the leading sports brand in the world. Brand adidas is part of the adidas Group, a corporation that also includes Reebok, TaylorMade and Rockport. Some of the players in adidas' roster of athletes include: Kevin Garnett, Dwight Howard, Jeremy Wariner, Allyson Felix, Shawn Johnson, Candace Parker, Reggie Bush, Tim Duncan, Ryan Howard and David Beckham.
Monday, April 13, 2009
April/May Running Routes
Please review the updated routes. They are safer and less hilly than before!
BAY TO BREAKERS 12K Training Runs
UP route (April 6, April 20, May 4) ~4 miles
Everyone will start at 6:30PM:
Left on Market
Right on Hayes
Left on Scott
Left on Duboce
Use bike path to get back onto Market
Finish at adidas Sport Performance Store
Course map: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=2728184
DOWN route (April 13, April 27, May 11) ~7.5 miles/12K
Running start is 6:15PM!! You must be able to run faster than 9:30/mile pace:
Start at adidas Sport Performance Store
Powell
Left on Post
Right on Scott
Left on California
Left on Arguello
Enter GG Park and make left on E Conservatory Drive
Left on JFK
Exit GG Park and make left on Stanyan
Right on Hayes
Slight left onto Market
Finish at adidas Sport Performance Store
Course map: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=2725449
SHORTER option 4 Miles (April 13, April 27, May 11)
Running start is 6:30PM:
Start at adidas Sport Performance Store
Powell
Left on Post
Left on Steiner
Left on Hayes...go DOWN
Slight left onto Market
Finish at adidas Sport Performance Store
Course map: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=2725453
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Log your miles and beat the challenge!
Mayor Gavin Newsom challenges you, your family, neighbors, and colleagues to Shape Up with his third annual Shape Up SF Walking Challenge! Starting March 9, 2009 through May 15, 2009 take our 10-week Shape Up San Francisco Walking Challenge and virtually walk the equivalent of the California Coast and beyond!
Each team is encouraged to collectively walk/run 1,016 miles (done!) over the 10 weeks, which is the distance along the California coast. Teams log and track their miles online and can compare their progress against other teams.
Our team is "Save Kezar" and we are sitting in second place with 4721 miles behind "SFMTA Back First" with 6119 miles. Come on, guys, you can't let the people who write parking tickets and MUNI win! There really is no prize, it's just a challenge. But it's also a great way to be responsible about putting in your miles and tracking your own progress.
You can backlog all your miles from March 9th to now. It's also great fun to compare your miles with others in your team.
If you use this link (http://www.shapeupsfwalkingchallenge.org/user/register/67157) you will automatically be put on the Save Kezar team. You’ll need to create a username and password. Then go in and log your exercise miles.
UPDATE: Congratulations to Chikara Omine for 3rd place at the American River 50 Mile on Saturday! http://www.ultrarunning.com/ultra/features/news/bend-runners-win-at-ameri.shtml
He was still able to run a 38 minute 10K on Sunday and do the hilly Urban Run last night! His next major focus this year is the Western States 100 in late June.
Each team is encouraged to collectively walk/run 1,016 miles (done!) over the 10 weeks, which is the distance along the California coast. Teams log and track their miles online and can compare their progress against other teams.
Our team is "Save Kezar" and we are sitting in second place with 4721 miles behind "SFMTA Back First" with 6119 miles. Come on, guys, you can't let the people who write parking tickets and MUNI win! There really is no prize, it's just a challenge. But it's also a great way to be responsible about putting in your miles and tracking your own progress.
You can backlog all your miles from March 9th to now. It's also great fun to compare your miles with others in your team.
If you use this link (http://www.shapeupsfwalkingchallenge.org/user/register/67157) you will automatically be put on the Save Kezar team. You’ll need to create a username and password. Then go in and log your exercise miles.
UPDATE: Congratulations to Chikara Omine for 3rd place at the American River 50 Mile on Saturday! http://www.ultrarunning.com/ultra/features/news/bend-runners-win-at-ameri.shtml
He was still able to run a 38 minute 10K on Sunday and do the hilly Urban Run last night! His next major focus this year is the Western States 100 in late June.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
adidas Urban Run San Francisco is saved!
adidas America, along with the assistance of adidas Sport Performance Store in San Francisco, has agreed that adidas Urban Run San Francisco should continue as the premier running club in San Francisco on Monday nights! Warren and I received the good news on Monday and it was a final decision that was made in the eleventh hour. Thank you for everyone for your undying support and thoughtfulness! Your emails have truly made a difference and have been a direct reflection of what the Urban Runs mean to you. Store managers, Wil and Bryant, and Lindsay of adidas in Portland believe firmly that with a strong reception from the runners, there is a huge potential to bring out the adidas brand name that had lost its flavor in the past. Unfortunately, not all news is good and the Urban Run program in Santa Monica, Irvine, and NYC will all be inactive as of April 1st.
We hope that you will continue to run with us and have fun. The Bay to Breakers 12K training runs will begin next Monday and the routes are up. Also note the starting time as we will begin early on certain weeks for the “longer runs” if you choose to run that selected route.
Some changes that will take effect are the following:
· 15% off for ALL Urban Run members on ALL shoes and apparel in the store. You must sign up with us in order for the discount to apply.
· A reduced weekly budget, which means that certain food/drink items won’t be the same.
· The current system of Urban Run T-shirts and sackpacks may not continue. A new platform for free schwag is in the works, however.
· The monthly raffle may not be limited to adidas running shoes. An option of choosing adidas running apparel may be a possibility.
· Each week we’ll have either Wil or Bryant discuss the new line of cool adidas shoes, apparel, and accessories in addition to any new promotions. Get to know them well as they are the experts, who are friendly and willing to assist with any questions you may have.
I strongly suggest taking advantage of the 15% discount. A number of high performance shoes are on sale. The adidas adizero adios, the lightweight racing flat that Haile Gebrsellasie used for his world record win at the Berlin Marathon, is currently 50% off at the adidas Sport Performance Store. Use your additional 15% discount to make it worth your while!
Finally, special thanks to Mercedes for her meat pastries, Raymond and Warren for the pizzas and salad, Kate for her cupcakes, Chikara for the Krispy Kreme doughnuts, Aileen for her glazed cake, and Hu family for their noodles. I hope I didn’t leave anyone out and a sincere thank you to all adidas Urban Runners.
I guarantee we won’t be eating like that for a while because we are running HILLS for the next few weeks to get in some great training!
We hope that you will continue to run with us and have fun. The Bay to Breakers 12K training runs will begin next Monday and the routes are up. Also note the starting time as we will begin early on certain weeks for the “longer runs” if you choose to run that selected route.
Some changes that will take effect are the following:
· 15% off for ALL Urban Run members on ALL shoes and apparel in the store. You must sign up with us in order for the discount to apply.
· A reduced weekly budget, which means that certain food/drink items won’t be the same.
· The current system of Urban Run T-shirts and sackpacks may not continue. A new platform for free schwag is in the works, however.
· The monthly raffle may not be limited to adidas running shoes. An option of choosing adidas running apparel may be a possibility.
· Each week we’ll have either Wil or Bryant discuss the new line of cool adidas shoes, apparel, and accessories in addition to any new promotions. Get to know them well as they are the experts, who are friendly and willing to assist with any questions you may have.
I strongly suggest taking advantage of the 15% discount. A number of high performance shoes are on sale. The adidas adizero adios, the lightweight racing flat that Haile Gebrsellasie used for his world record win at the Berlin Marathon, is currently 50% off at the adidas Sport Performance Store. Use your additional 15% discount to make it worth your while!
Finally, special thanks to Mercedes for her meat pastries, Raymond and Warren for the pizzas and salad, Kate for her cupcakes, Chikara for the Krispy Kreme doughnuts, Aileen for her glazed cake, and Hu family for their noodles. I hope I didn’t leave anyone out and a sincere thank you to all adidas Urban Runners.
I guarantee we won’t be eating like that for a while because we are running HILLS for the next few weeks to get in some great training!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
adidas Urban Run SF - Final Shoe Raffle Night and Community Dinner - March 30, 2009
FINAL SHOE RAFFLE NIGHT (previous rules apply: you must run once this month and be present on March 30th)
We will host an adidas Urban Run San Francisco Potluck Dinner Party on Monday, March 30 immediately after the run at Sean Lee's house again.
Please invite all your friends and fellow runners to be with us for perhaps the last time on Monday evening. New runners are strongly encouraged for this occasion. As much as we are committed to running and the deep respect of adidas and its products, we are also a community that supports and embraces everyone's efforts and abilities.
We will have pizza, salad, and drinks. You are also welcome to bring other food options such as appetizers, entrees, drinks, and snacks as well but it's not necessary. We had a strong showing on March 23rd, in fact it was our biggest night ever with 41 runners! It's a pity that at even at our best efforts, we must submit to orders from adidas America.
adidas Urban Run San Francisco is still slated to be cancelled after our final run on Monday. We will do our best to reverse this action with adidas. On a sidenote, I have also encouraged Urban Runs in NYC, Santa Monica, and Irvine to have them send emails to adidas as well.
Hope to see everyone on Monday, no excuses will be accepted!
We will host an adidas Urban Run San Francisco Potluck Dinner Party on Monday, March 30 immediately after the run at Sean Lee's house again.
Please invite all your friends and fellow runners to be with us for perhaps the last time on Monday evening. New runners are strongly encouraged for this occasion. As much as we are committed to running and the deep respect of adidas and its products, we are also a community that supports and embraces everyone's efforts and abilities.
We will have pizza, salad, and drinks. You are also welcome to bring other food options such as appetizers, entrees, drinks, and snacks as well but it's not necessary. We had a strong showing on March 23rd, in fact it was our biggest night ever with 41 runners! It's a pity that at even at our best efforts, we must submit to orders from adidas America.
adidas Urban Run San Francisco is still slated to be cancelled after our final run on Monday. We will do our best to reverse this action with adidas. On a sidenote, I have also encouraged Urban Runs in NYC, Santa Monica, and Irvine to have them send emails to adidas as well.
Hope to see everyone on Monday, no excuses will be accepted!
Sunday, March 15, 2009
All Good Things Must Come to an End --PLEASE READ!
It is with much sadness that our final adidas Urban Run San Francisco EVER will be on March 30. adidas America and cip Marketing believe that during these obvious difficult circumstances, the budget can be allocated to other outlets and incentives that bring in greater revenue to the store and the company. The entire adidas Urban Run project will be cut; that means our sister Urban Runs in New York City, Irvine, and Santa Monica will all be gone.
In any case, we received the news with bittersweet feelings. On the one hand, we can actually focus on running and not worry so much about setting up the routes, food, and other cool things each week. On the other hand, we're also sad about not having an excuse to set up routes, post-run food, and other cool things each week. I, at the very least, hope that you have gathered enduring friendships and helpful running tips that will make your life much more enjoyable.
There is one thing that I hope some of you out there can gain from this. For those who have promised to come run with us so many times, you have only a few more times to rock out with us and have a great time. Make a promise to show up and do it! I don't understand how we have so many fans on our Facebook page, yet I don't even know who many of you are! We'll even exceed our budget for a couple more surprises to make you guys and gals show up! Yes, a bribe, but why not? What's the worst adidas can do to Urban Run now?
Track practice and long runs will ALWAYS go on as planned, and Warren and I will always be at your disposal for running advice and other concerns you may have.
adidas couldn't be happier with the level of support and exposure you have given to the store and the company. Thank you everybody for more than three years of running with us! Take a step back and look at how you've all changed...we're so happy that we were a part of your journey.
If you'd like to voice your opinion about adidas Urban Run San Francisco and what it means to you, send an email to the following:
Ace Rice (ace.rice@adidas.com)
Wil Britton (wil.britton@adidas.com)
Caren Forbes (Caren.Forbes@adidas.com)
A new chapter unfolds...make it great!
-Adrian
In any case, we received the news with bittersweet feelings. On the one hand, we can actually focus on running and not worry so much about setting up the routes, food, and other cool things each week. On the other hand, we're also sad about not having an excuse to set up routes, post-run food, and other cool things each week. I, at the very least, hope that you have gathered enduring friendships and helpful running tips that will make your life much more enjoyable.
There is one thing that I hope some of you out there can gain from this. For those who have promised to come run with us so many times, you have only a few more times to rock out with us and have a great time. Make a promise to show up and do it! I don't understand how we have so many fans on our Facebook page, yet I don't even know who many of you are! We'll even exceed our budget for a couple more surprises to make you guys and gals show up! Yes, a bribe, but why not? What's the worst adidas can do to Urban Run now?
Track practice and long runs will ALWAYS go on as planned, and Warren and I will always be at your disposal for running advice and other concerns you may have.
adidas couldn't be happier with the level of support and exposure you have given to the store and the company. Thank you everybody for more than three years of running with us! Take a step back and look at how you've all changed...we're so happy that we were a part of your journey.
If you'd like to voice your opinion about adidas Urban Run San Francisco and what it means to you, send an email to the following:
Ace Rice (ace.rice@adidas.com)
Wil Britton (wil.britton@adidas.com)
Caren Forbes (Caren.Forbes@adidas.com)
A new chapter unfolds...make it great!
-Adrian
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