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A groundbreaking independent report, commissioned by parkrun, has been published today, that for the first time, estimates the risk of transmission of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) at parkrun events. Utilising data published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) from March 2021, looking at the pre...
Still relevant. Thank you to all of you who kept strong this past year, stay strong through the rest of the pandemic and beyond.
Just remember:
my two cents after a lot of research and vaccine contingencies is that case numbers will be a small fraction where they are now, and a return to 'mostly normal' racing - i.e. the smallest 95% of races with slight modifications - between April and July (depending on how red your area is right now). Absolute best case I see is mid-April, everywhere. worst case (fingers crossed) is August.
Hey Houston! After 20 years of dedication to the event, with the event going to virtual, race director Carly will be doing her FIRST marathon tomorrow morning. We will be walking approximately the marathon route, starting by her house around mile 4 at 5am. And of course we hit the thrift shop for our cold weather throwaway clothes :) give her a shout if you see us!!!!
What do you think? What virtual do you want to see even when you're racing again?
March of 2020 awakened the world of Virtual Events. By June, the hot new option was a Virtual Challenge. As these two continue to be a part of the event experience and we shift towards resurrecting…
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Hey all! This week is your last chance to get swag at half off for the foreseeable future. I'm shutting down the store as i pay monthly for it, since im leaving in two weeks to help out some events in warmmmm Texas... while the shirts live up here.
Half of you may find this hilarious, hopefully the other half at least appreciate it goes to charity and is another fresh creative twist as we all make it through this.
https://www.phillymag.com/be-well-philly/2020/11/10/four-seasons-total-landscaping-charity-run/?fbclid=IwAR2a9wndfcjdYRuEaGbS-RmRn6WtfxXWh6a6zCKhQ4FmL_OIczS9DiV6n4c
The 11-mile Fraud Street Run will take place on November 29th.
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https://www.runningusa.org/RUSA/News/2020/Updated-Recipe-for-the-Wheeler-Mission-Drumstick-Dash.aspx 6k person Turkey Trot in Indy (normally 20k) will be the largest race that I know of since March. Good luck to our friends at Drumstick Dash for Wheeler Mission Ministries!!
INDIANAPOLIS - For the Wheeler Mission Drumstick Dash, one of the nation’s largest Thanksgiving Day running events, race day is about much more than a fun run with family.
Spent much of the last day in conference sessions for the Institute of Race Medicine, listening to key points on COVID and the return to racing and avoiding COVID. The key points? Wear a mask when others are near by, take your vitamins, wash your hands. Indoor transmission (and close range outdoor) is far more risky than outdoor running.
Meanwhile, races are coming back! I'll be at a 600+ person race this weekend in Denver and 2 more of the same size in the next month.
https://bit.ly/31S8Uq3. Hi all! Please consider filling out this survey to help Running USA get better info to serve us all.
Running USA's 2020 Global Runner Survey - North American Edition.
Runners must decide whether we feel comfortable racing in-person and, if so, how we can best protect ourselves and others.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=xoXJ-7GCA5I
We're all eager to get back out and run together, but we need to do so safely and smartly. As NYRR transitions back to holding in-person races, we're making ...
Super cute! The Flying Pig Marathon made packet pickup special with a drive-in with mascots :)
Did you visit the mascot photo booth this weekend? Find your photo and tag yourself! Thanks to Health Carousel for providing this fun addition to the event.
https://www.amazon.com/My-Noisy-Cancer-Comeback-Running/dp/1735599816/
If you've crossed a major race finish line the past several years, there's a good chance that you've been pumped up to get there by Fitz Koehler. Her energy is unparalleled, and while you may be surprised to hear that she had a fight with cancer in recent years, you shouldn't be surprised to hear that she stayed positive and active and kicked its ass. Check out her story!!
My Noisy Cancer Comeback: Running at the Mouth, While Running for My Life
https://pittsburgh10miler.org/VirtualRace Once again Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon puts out a well-thought and community-inclusive virtual challenge showing their love for the Steel City
EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler, Virtual Race
https://www.endurancesportswire.com/spectrum-sports-management-launches-california-coalition-of-endurance-sports/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Endurance+Sportswire+Tuesday+edition&utm_campaign=ESW+Tuesday+10%2F20%2F2020&vgo_ee=Qvq%2F3jRvJ8VOZcBNAx4GczihdglESk4JySzbr0PNmjQ%3D California event producers working together to bring back races safely and responsibly
Endurance sports organizer Spectrum Sports Management announced the formation of the California Coalition of Endurance Sports.
How's everyone holding up? With things starting to open up I am talking with others on how to resume this project. What would be helpful to you??
A followup on the Neck Gaiter discussion, from a Q+A with the doctors who published the study. I will compile some notes and make a post and website article, but for now:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGEXleaAtXk&feature=youtu.be
the TL;DR, and I hesitate to post it, is a bit "we used a really thin gaiter we had on hand, the thicker the gaiter, the better, most likely". So keep that in mind when you choose your gaiters, thinner vs thicker, you can do a quick light test to compare how much light shines through.
Key points for our purposes at 3-4:00, 6-8:00, and 12:00-14:00 (and onwards in Q+A), and at 24:45-26ish. clarification on 'fleece', admiting it as a misnomer referring to a 92% polyester, 8% spandex mix. But apart from a few minutes mixed before 12:00 that are more about the method and process, I think it's all relevant to watch to understand the conversation.
Duke physician Eric Westman and Duke chemist and physicist Martin Fischer partnered to create a technique to show which face masks are most effective in redu...
https://www.facebook.com/191933678545/posts/10157594115403546/?substory_index=0&sfnsn=mo. What do you think? I've heard rumors of big races trying this, on the physical side of the 'virtual challenge's spectrum.
Richmond Marathon to provide measured course at Dorey Park, Virginia Capital Trail from Nov. 7-Nov. 22
http://ow.ly/GJ3550AY3iF
Followup - this article was forwarded to me by Duke Health. I will consolidate this info when it all comes in.
https://www.newsobserver.com/news/business/article244880507.html
From the article:
‘Pretty thin’ material
Martin Fischer, the Duke physicist who designed the study, noted Monday that they tested only one neck gaiter, made of polyester mixed with a little spandex. In an interview, he described the material as “pretty thin” and said it got thinner when you stretch it over your mouth and nose.
Fischer said the study was never meant to be a comprehensive test of all masks and mask materials. Instead, the Duke researchers wanted to show how easy it is to test the effectiveness of the wide variety of masks that people are wearing to protect themselves and others from coronavirus.
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Duke researchers only tested one kind of neck gaiter. Some are calling for a more comprehensive study.
As you may know there is a study exploding right now that suggests that neck gaiters, popular with many runners including me, may be worse at preventing particle spreading than anything at all.
Can anyone identify the model of bandana in number 11? Before worrying I want to know exactly what the thickness of the material is. Will be looking more into this as I myself own gaiters that range in thickness by 2-3x
Don't forget, the coupon code 'halfoff' gets you half off any of our remaining shirts, stickers, or bandanas! Just have to make an order of $20 or more.
Our RW readers share their stories.
How the Pandemic Has Catapulted The Fitness Industry Into a New Era
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As founder and CEO of SweatWorks, I sit in a unique place where I work with leadership of well known fitness brands across categories including events, gym, boutique studios, software platforms, technology partners and digital-only products. From my vantage point, I get a birds eye view of the fitne
Thanks for the dozen people who've bought shirts in our clear-out sale! In addition to the others we still have a LOT of these super soft "Log Miles" shirts. The coupon 'halfoff' gets you these for around $12 which is basically at cost. Thanks for your support!
Http://Wekeeprunning.myshopify.com
https://www.womensrunning.com/culture/people/the-covid-19-crisis-how-racing-will-rebound/
One running event planner shares her small-business struggles in 2020 and her vision for bringing road racing back.
My heart overflows and I'm not ashamed of it. First time I've been at a race in 5 months and bonus points - I'm running in it :)
Clearout sale - literally! I've got a roommate moving in so need to move out much gear as I can from the 'office'. Half off all orders $20 or more (one of our remaining shirts, or a The Run Through Colorado bandana and some stickers, or a bunch of stickers).
Use coupon code 'halfoff' at http://wekeeprunning.myshopify.com
Personal appeal: This was never meant to be a long term enterprise, just a movement made up in literally a week to bring hope, information, and a sense of community to people in the face of the outbreak starting. Things have slowed down on this page as I like many others in our industry have focused on a virtual challenge to target my own niche of the community, and get closer to my local community. It has in truth been a money loser, and I would be eternally grateful if I could get a little closer to break even and get the positive out there. Thank you so much in advance for your support!!!
Our next "Spur" challenge is open in the Run Through Coloardo! Thanks for all who have joined so far to explore this beautiful state and support Food Bank of the Rockies this summer.
https://slate.com/technology/2020/06/nyc-marathon-cancellation-outside-why.html
Some thoughts on why the logistical scale of the New York City marathon or other very large races makes it exponentially less likely that they will happen soon.
November’s race is already canceled.
Not posting much lately for lack of change, but Tl;Dr outside distanced is fine, surfaces are fine, just don't hang around sick people inside for a while. Hopefully bodes well for racing and you CERTAINLY should feel fine exercising outdoors if you don't already.
Hey all - If you're not looking for another virtual challenge and you just want a cool camo style / Colorado bandana, I've got a limited quantity on sale at our store. Like our Run Through Colorado - Virtual Challenges throughout the summer, 10% goes to Food Bank of the Rockies and local trail organizations.
https://wekeeprunning.myshopify.com/
https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2020/06/protests-covid-outdoor-masks.html. Relevant and this has been the topic on the lips of many in the event business. The opinion being that provided you wear a mask while outdoors in the presence of others, the risk is very small. Has anyone seen other writing around this topic worth sharing?
Does that mean other outdoor activities are safe?
https://www.runnersworld.com/races-places/a32871377/oyo-road-racing/. Shared on this when it first came out, but an article from Runner's World on the permanent timing installation brooksee put in Salt Lake City.
Buy a bib, run a certified course at your convenience, record an official time.
My broad and safe prediction barring, god forbid, a return in the outbreak and other small externalities and exceptions:
There is a 100% chance that an average 250 person 5k or a 400 person marathon could be held, anywhere in the US with minor modifications, by Labor Day.
This probability halves with each doubling of race size.
Thoughts?
I really hate to make this post, but as a watchdog for trends in racing during COVID-19 I've been asked by various members in the running/racing community to look into a virtual race company that has popped up and associated itself rapidly with virtual runs purporting to support various causes without making it clear what their contribution is, if any.
I would not even mention this as I want to give people the benefit of the doubt, but they have dodged constructive questions from many companies, deleted several posts from various pages asking about their contributions and even ones in which they alleged their contributions (which are not posted in writing on their websites - which themselves are primarily copy and paste text from each other), and others asking for clarification. As of this writing, their director has deleted every one of his posts from a thread in the industry group "Event Professionals Group" seeking to find clarification on his organization's role. This has led many of us to be seriously concerned about their motivation. PLEASE be careful in researching your virtual runs and what their role is in the community!!! Please research and support those who are proven members of the running community.
Please look out and ask questions of the company that produces the following virtual races, all of which except Wine Run have popped up quickly during the crisis:
Wine Run
Whiskey Run
Brew Run
Run For Heroes
Surfs Up 5K
Roll the Dice 5K
Race for American Warriors
Mighty Mississippi Run
March for Movement 5K
If this company wishes to speak up in an open forum after deleting many posts up until now, we welcome them.
Thanks for everyone who's signed up for The Run Through Colorado so far! Prices go up tonight so we can final order this local swag, and we start the first main challenge in just 9 days!
Everyone's making a statement right now. I keep opening this box for the past few days and realizing that others say it far better than I have, probably than I could or have a right to, and in many ways I don't feel qualified to.
I return to what was the foundation of a forever 2.5 months ago - on race day we out aside our differences and move together to find strength and encourage other to become better people. Let us not forget that without races.. And when they return, let us not forget to keep that in our day to day life.
Regardless of skin color, gender, socioeconomic background, or anything else - we each have our differences, our challenges and our difficulties. We each struggle, and we each are human beings who deserve the right to become the best we can be and chase our dreams. Let us encourage and support other the best we can. We may not hold hands in our day to day life but let us use race day as an emblem of many chances we have to stand together, not push each other apart. And I return to the simple name we gave the second part of this page, the mantra of our private group:
We Keep Running + Supporting Each Other
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