One foot in front of the other.
Continuing the surge of athletes joining the team this year, Hydrapak announces the latest addition to their ultra running family: 2009 TransRockies Women’s Champion Devon Crosby-Helms
“Joining the Hydrapak team was an easy decision,” says Devon Crosby-Helms. “I believe in the products. For me, the Gel-bots and Soft Flasks are an absolute part of my essentials now. I am able to stay on top of my nutrition and hydration needs easily, without having to fuss with wrappers or packages. Using Gel-bots and Soft Flasks saves me minutes and seconds in getting my nutrition in while racing. That may not seem like a lot, but during 50 and 100 mile races it can make a huge difference. To me, the details matter and Hydrapak covers two of the most important, hydration and nutrition.”
“Hydrapak provides ultrarunners an edge by providing the newest and most innovative products for a sport where efficiency matters” said Jim Vernon, Team Manager at Hydrapak. “With Devon supporting our mission, we have another highly regarded athlete, with extensive nutritional expertise backing up strong performances, spreading the good word.”
After bursting on the Ultra scene in ’07 with many impressive finishes, including several course records, Devon has continued to excel and is now recognized among the world’s top ultra distance runners. In 2009, she held the ultra running world on the edge of their seats as she and her running partner, Caitlin Smith, battled seasoned veterans to win the Gore-Tex Challenge Stage Race through Colorado. She then went on to crush course records in several races including The JFK 50, the oldest and largest Ultra race in the country.
Devon’s upcoming schedule includes: the Napa Valley Marathon, March 7th, Lake Sonoma 50 M, March 27th, American River 50 M, April 10th, Big Sur Marathon, April 25th, Ice Age Trail 50 M, May 8th and the Western States 100 M, June 26th.
Keep up to date with Devon Crosby-Helms on her blog at www.devoncrosbyhelms.com.
Hydrapakis a leading global supplier of active lifestyle hydration equipment. With deep roots in cycling culture, Hydrapak produces a lineup of custom built hydration backpacks, reservoirs, and bottles for a variety of sports, including biking, hiking and running. Hydrapak components are also found on top manufacturers specializing in consumer, commercial and military purposes. Brought to life in 1996 and located in Oakland, CA, Hydrapak products can be found in major retailers and sport specialty stores throughout the world. More information can be found at www.hydrapak.com or by calling 510.632.8318.
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For a second year in a row, Newton Running shoes were rewarded for their outstanding products in the prestigious 220 Triathlon awards held on 13th February at Sandown Park.
Following their 2009 win for ‘Innovative Product of the Year’ the popular ‘Newton Gravity’ training shoe was awarded the 2010 ‘Run Shoe of the Year’ award, beating Asics Noosa and Saucony Fastwitch 3 to the title.
Mike Trees, managing director of Triathlon Consultants (Newton Running’s UK distributor) accepted the award and said “It is a great honour to receive this award on behalf of Newton Running, who have put so much research and development into producing what is now recognised at possibly the greatest running shoe in the world for forefoot and mid foot runners. We at TCL have the relatively easy job of selling the Newton Running shoes the eagerly awaiting public.”
The attached image shows Mike Trees standing with his long time hero in sport Dave Scott, 6 times winner of the Hawaii Ironman and arguably the greatest triathlete to date presenting Newton’s award for Run Shoe of the Year.
According to Crowie’s official Facebook page, his race bike has been stolen! From Crowie:
Last night my black ORBEA ORDU 51cm bike with Shimano Di2 Electronic gears and SRM, along with my road bike and a bunch of other cycling equipment was STOLEN from my garage. Please contact crime stoppers in Australia on 1800 333 000 if you see or hear anything. I will post photos as soon as I can.
Here are a couple of pictures of the Ironman World Champion’s ride (click for larger image):
Here are the specs on Crowie’s stolen bike(s):
Bike Name: Black ORBEA ORDU
Size: 51cm
Headset: Integrated Headset
Derailer Front: SHIMANO 7900 DI2 ELECTRONIC
Brake Lever: Shimano Durace Carbon
Brake Callipers: DI2 Group Set
Cranks: SRM Power Meter
BB-Set: Enduro Grade 3 Grade 3 Ceramic Bearings
Aero…bars: Pro Carbon Missile Flat with Straight Bars
Head Stem: Pro Vibe 85mm
Seat: Fizik Arione Carbon Tri 2
Chain: Durace 10 Speed
Cassette: 12-23 Durace
Training Wheels: Durace Wheels
Tyres: Continental Grand Prix Clinchers
Cages: XLAB Chimp and Gorilla Carbon Cages
XLAB Rear Carbon Hydration System
Pedals: Durace
Frame: Black Orbea ORCA 54 cm
Derailer Front: SHIMANO 7900 Durace
Training Wheels: Durace Wheels
Date: 2/26/09
Consecutive Days Run: 57
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: La Sportiva Wildcat GTX
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Quickie
Time of Day: 7:10 PM EST
Distance Run: 1.73 miles
Time Run: 00:14:15
Average Pace: 8:15 per mile
Weather Conditions: Snow and Ice, Cold (32 degrees Fahrenheit)
Disposition: Good
Link to Run Detail: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/25601025
About the Run: Today’s sn-urricane left us with a bunch of snow on the highways and byways of New York City. Since I didn’t have an assigned run (swim day) this gave me the perfect opportunity to get out and play in the snow on a short run. I wore my La Sportiva Wildcat GTX’s because I knew that I’d be contending with quite a bit of ice on the road and the actuator lugs on my Newton AW’s tend to act like little skis on ice!
So, off I went into the elements for my run. A lot of the primary sidewalk was clear, but when I got in Inwood Hill Park, the paths had been plowed but a layer of ice lay covering the ground. As I was cam to a certain point where the path takes a VERY slight down grade, my feet went out and I found myself rolling, military style across the ground, though probably not as gracefully as I picture it in my head! I didn’t hurt anything and more importantly, I didn’t further destroy my clothes supply! I continued on, even getting to run a good stretch of my run on an awesome packed snow path.
All in all a great run. That hill that I want to conquer remains unconquered due to the fact that it was quite treacherous with snow and ice. Can’t wait to see what tomorrow’s run brings!
In the spirit of the Olympics, and to make up for the fact that the United States laid the smack down on our good friends to the North AND because they have some simply amazing gear, I think you guys should check out this Canadian themed gear from Sugoi!
This morning I was greeted by a surprise package, which I love! It was a new Giro Advantage 2 aero helmet as well as a pair of Giro Havic 2 Compact sunglasses! I cannot wait to get both of these out on the road to put them and myself through the necessary paces. However, with a storm that many are calling “a storm of historical proportions” bearing down on the Northeast for the next several days, that may have to wait a bit!
I will take a second to do some first impressions though.
Advantage 2: It just looks fast! Feels lighter on my head than I would have thought. As with all aero
helmets, heat is a concern, but the extensive venting and channeled air flow seems that it might really keep that in check. Glasses fit extremely well with the helmet on with no pinching or cramming at all!
Havic 2 Compact: Light! These glasses felt like they would have been insecure on my face, but once on they felt like they were part of me. Fantastic visibility (for being in a office!) with no sight line obstruction. Again, the compatibility with this helmet is a fantastic argument for sticking to a brand where things are designed specifically to work with each other. Bravo Giro!
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Oakland, CA. – Hydrapak is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, Hydrapak.com, illustrating a revamped brand image that reflects the recent accolades bestowed on its 2010 product range. Focusing on its innovative technologies with multimedia tools and interactive social media integration, the site provides improved marketing support for the Hydrapak brand and further strengthens its position as a technology leader in the hydration category.
“The new site brings our brand to life,” comments Matt Patterson, Director of Sales at Hydrapak. “It brings forward our stellar electric personality and gives our friends and fans an insider’s glimpse into the world of Hydrapak that wasn’t showcased before. This redesign of the website makes buying direct easy, and communicating with our customers fast and fun.”
The site accentuates Hydrapak’s innovative spirit and heritage in cycling, running and outdoor sports. New product shots, action images and videos showcase gear and technology found only in the world of Hydrapak. The site’s three main technology pages illustrate exclusive Hydrapak innovations in its pack, reservoir and water bottle lines, including the genius Gel-Bot. Purchasing directly from the site has also been enhanced with current reviews by media and employee insight. All of this comes together revealing the company’s personality and design philosophy making the site more robust and relevant.
Also featured on the site are videos, bios and images of the growing list of professional athletes joining the Hydrapak family. Highlights of the Hydrapak athlete team coverage include the riveting drama and psychology involved in 24-hour cycling from the eyes of champion racer Josh Tostado. A blog and up-to-date events page direct consumers to Hydrapak athlete races, clinics and happenings. Website viewers can also find additional information on Hydrapak manufacturing partners that have joined the innovation movement.
The new web design was created by Cubicle Ninjas, a Chicago design firm with a mantra of “design for the masses.” Having worked with brands such as FedEx/Kinkos, American Express, and IBM, Cubicle Ninjas welcomed the opportunity to ensure Hydrapak.com “exuded a style and character it deserves.” They have produced a website that is both functionally intuitive and emotionally impactful that will better represent the depth of the brand.
Hydrapak is a leading global supplier of active lifestyle hydration equipment. With deep roots in cycling culture, Hydrapak produces a lineup of custom-built hydration backpacks, reservoirs, and bottles for a variety of sports, including biking, hiking and running. Hydrapak components are also found on top manufacturers specializing in consumer, commercial and military purposes. Brought to life in 1996 and located in Oakland, CA, Hydrapak products can be found in major retailers and sport specialty stores throughout the world. More information can be found at www.hydrapak.com or by calling 510.632.8318.
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Felt has partnered with Garmin on an exclusive new promotion. A limited edition Felt AR5 model—unavailable until now and available only through this promo—will be offered as a special package that includes the new Garmin Edge 500 GPS-based cycling computer at no additional price. Felt and Garmin are both key sponsors of the Garmin-Transitions ProTour road racing team. “We came up with this idea of a limited edition bike to help Garmin launch the Edge 500,” said Felt National Sales Director John Georger. “We wanted to showcase our Aero Road frame design and match it up with the hottest new technology from Garmin.”
Featuring an aerodynamic High Modulus carbon fiber frameset, a Shimano 105 drivetrain and a deluxe package of Felt parts including the Aero R4 wheelset, the AR5 has an MSRP of $2999.
The Edge 500 is Garmin’s newest lightweight GPS-based cycling computer. In addition to all the standard cycling computer features, it allows riders to track elevation changes and provides access to the online service Garmin Connect, where riders can review and share GPS data. The base version retails for $249, but the special upgrade version included in this promo also features cadence and a heart-rate monitor, and retails for $349.
As part of the promo, Felt is offering reduced-rate consumer financing for 6 or 12 months.
For more information, or to inquire about availability, please visit your local Felt retailer.
Date: 2/12/09
Consecutive Days Run: 43
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: Newton AW Trainers
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Quickie
Time of Day: 6:28 PM EST
Distance Run: 2.01 miles
Time Run: 00:16:39
Average Pace: 8:17 per mile
Weather Conditions: Cold (34 degrees Fahrenheit), Windy, Sunny
Disposition: Good
Link to Run Detail: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/24538745
About the Run: If you are reading this thinking I have some super secret coverage of the Vancouver Olympics, I am sorry to disappoint. Rather, this is my own tail of clumsiness and the generous outpouring of not-giving-a-crap by the wonderful people from the New York City Sanitation Department.
I headed out this evening, planning on getting in a nice easy run and then coming in to settle down and watch the opening ceremonies of the 2010 Winter Olympics. I expected to see plenty of snow and ice on sidewalks as we live in a neighborhood that is not quite as busy as Times Square and thus, probably falls a bit lower on the list of priorities.
I didn’t run into anything significant until about the .5 mile mark. As luck would have it, this is also the point in my usual route where I hit the first of a few hills. I shortened my stride and made sure to stay safely on my forefoot, as always, and ran across everything from loose snow to snow that had become compact and turned to sheets of ice…without a problem.
As I came down the hill on Staff St. (see details link above) and went to turn right on Dyckman St. my right foot went out from under me. I fell hard on my right knee and onto my shoulder, rolling into the street. As I pulled myself together and began to stand, I noticed an SUV from the Department of Sanitation parked about thirty yards away from me, with two men inside. I cannot say whether or not they saw me fall or if they even saw me picking myself up, regardless, nothing was said. I then turned to see, only about fifteen yards away from me, a large bulldozer that was being used to move snow, lights on and pointed directly at me, idling, with someone at the wheel. Again, not one word of, “Are you ok?”.
I looked down at my leg to see that the right knee of some of my favorite tights, my Sugoi Firewall 220’s, had been torn wide open. My knee underneath didn’t look much better. I could already see it becoming slick with blood. I stood for a couple of minutes, realizing that I was FAR more upset about my tights than about my knee, and then I headed home with my tights torn, my ego bruised and a confirmed sense of loathing toward any and all New York City agencies, especially those with powerful and abusive unions.
Date: 2/11/09
Consecutive Days Run: 42
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: Newton AW Trainers
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Easy recovery
Time of Day: 2:23 PM EST
Distance Run: 6.45 miles
Time Run: 00:50:07
Average Pace: 7:46 per mile
Weather Conditions: Cold (35 degrees Fahrenheit), Windy, Sunny
Disposition: Good
Link to Run Detail: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/24480060
About the Run: My assigned run today was a fifty minute, steady recovery run. I had every intention of following Jeff’s instructions on that, but it turns out, the road surface had other ideas. If you recall, yesterday the NYC area got about a foot of snow. While the roads themselves were 99% clear, things such as pathways in the park system took an obvious back seat.
I started out running West on W. 50th Street toward the West Side Greenway. The beginning part and even the first quarter mile or so Northbound on the Greenway itself were fairly clear. However, a little over a mile into my run, the pathways became choked with dense, packed snow. Yesterday I talked about what a great time I had running in the snow and hills. The difference was that the snow today was MUCH more packed down and had become slick. On top of that, I decided to wear my Newton AW’s and, it turns out that on that particular kind of snow, the actuator lugs under the metatarsals act like tiny skis, which I found out the hard way!
All the slipping and sliding I was doing really forced me to pay attention to my technique and REALLY made my legs work extremely hard. Having forgotten my heart rate monitor, I couldn’t see what my BPM was, but I’m sure it was much higher than my pace indicated. Speaking of pace, having just seen my data about ten minutes ago as of this writing, I am shocked at how fast I was going!
Overall, I had a good time, though a lot harder of a run than I had planned on.
Date: 2/10/09
Consecutive Days Run: 41
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: La Sportiva Wildcat GTX
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Quick and snowy
Time of Day: 5:17 PM EST
Distance Run: 2.81 miles
Time Run: 00:26:05
Average Pace: 9:17 per mile
Weather Conditions: Cold (31 degrees Fahrenheit), Snowing, Wind
Disposition: Good, Excited
Link to Run Detail: Today the snow came. The East coast welcome a brutal Nor’easter that brought with it blizzard conditions. I have been watching this storm coming ever since the disappointing lack of snow from last weekend. I know that some may abhor the snow, and I’m sure that if the white stuff chose to park itself on top of us all winter, I might feel a bit different. However, as it is, I adore snow and I could not have been more excited to go and run, mid-blizzard.
I left my building and stepped into a beautiful world of white. To my delight, my Garmin had picked up a signal and seemed to be in fine working order. I stepped to the sidewalk and went. Most of the sidewalks were fairly clear, and the snow that covered everything was a very heavy, packed snow. I decided to go on my normal two mile loop which turned out to be very snowy, but again, not so hard to run due to it being fairly packed. My pace was significantly slower than it normally is because, even though the snow was packed, with each step my feet would slip back a bit.
About .8 miles into my run, I decided to head up into the hills of Inwood Hill Park. It was absolutely incredible. While the snow was looser and far deeper than it had been. The trees in the trails were heavy with snow and many hung into the paths I ran. The wind seemed to be constantly in my face and I had a hard time seeing where I was going, regardless of my Black Diamond Sprinter headlamp. This is not a knock to the headlamp, but rather a testament to the winds that buffeted me as I ran.
Running the snowy hills was so much fun and I wish I could do it more. It was definitely a much harder leg workout than I am used to simply because of having to be aware of every step and because of each step being cut if half when the snow slipped away. I really do hope we get some more snow!
From the Trigger Point website
We are excited to announce that we have officially inked a deal with Craig Alexander, world champion triathlete! He’s been a longtime user of our products and is now going to reach out to the public and let everyone know the benefits of self massage with Trigger Point Performance Products!
Cassidy Phillips and Craig Alexander met in 2004 at the Olympic Trials in Bellingham, Washington. At the time, Alexander was pretty banged up and needed a way to take care of himself. Phillips gave Alexander some biomechanical education and taught him how to use our products, after which Alexander was empowered to care for himself through self massage using Trigger Point Therapy tools. The reality was that Alexander didn’t have the funds to get body work every day, so our products allowed him to care for himself on a daily basis, thus providing both empowerment and performance enhancement.
Alexander began to use Trigger Point Performance tools for self massage and injury prevention, twice a day every day, and he went on to have one of the best race seasons ever in 2004. Today, after being the Ironman World Champion 2 years in a row, Alexander has the resources for body work on a daily basis, but he can still care for himself using Trigger Point products when he’s on the road and when he can’t make it to his therapist.
Toronto, Ontario (February 8, 2010). Nineteen wetsuits is pleased to announce that they have formalized a deal for distribution of the Nineteen wetsuit line in the U.K, with Multisport Distribution. Multisport Distribution will handle all sales and marketing in the U.K, for the Toronto, Canada, based Nineteen. The distribution deal is effective immediately, and will kick-off in grand fashion this weekend (Feb. 13 & 14), at the annual TCR Show at Sandown Park, UK – the biggest triathlon and multisport show in England.
According to Nineteen’s Sales & Marketing Manager, Steve Fleck, working with Multisport Distribution is a great fit: “We are very keen to get things going in the U.K with the folks at Multisport Distribution. They are very professional; know the UK triathlon market well, and have a stable of high quality and well known brands that we are very happy to be part of.”
Fleck concludes, “It’s the perfect fit for us, and fit is everything for Nineteen!”
Multisport Distribution for their part but have made a name for themselves already, by being the exclusive and successful distributors in the U.K. for high profile brands such as Blue Competition Cycles and Fusion Apparel.
“We are delighted to have the opportunity to bring Nineteen Wetsuits to the UK. Nineteen share the same ethos as our other brands with their focus on using only the highest quality materials combined with an attention to design-detail that ensures a market leading product”, says Multisport Distribution principal, Vivion Cox.
Cox goes on to add, “We feel the products stand out due to their fit and functionality and by the fact that all wetsuits throughout the range come with the market’s only 5 year warranty. We are excited by the opportunity to replicate Nineteen’s North American success here in the UK.”
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February 8, 2010 (FPRC) — Stradalli Cycle, the high performance carbon bicycle manufacturer, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a partnership with HED Cycling to use HED’s wheel designs and technology on their 2010 Milano Strada-PRO carbon road bikes.
The fruit of this partnership is the HED 4 Stradalli 60mm or 90mm front and 90mm rear full carbon clincher wheel set. The front wheel has 18 spokes and weighs an incredible 774g, while the rear wheel uses 24 spokes and weighs just 1025g. The wheels, which are made for 23mm tires, are natural carbon fiber black with white and red lettering.
HED Cycling, which has over twenty years of manufacturing experience in making aerodynamically efficient wheels, designs and manufactures sixteen different models of composite wheels, exported worldwide and used in events from the Tour de France to the Hawaii Ironman to the prestigious North Oaks triathlon championship. Every single wheel HED wheel, including the new HED 4 Stradalli wheel, is handmade.
“We are very proud to have an exclusive model of wheels designed specifically for our bike by such a reputable wheel maker as HED” said Thomas Steinbacher, CEO Stradalli Cycle. “The quality of the Milano Strada-PRO road bike demands we make compromises.”
The HED 4 Stradalli wheel set is the perfect solution for the Stradalli’s Milano Strada-PRO carbon road bike. Using ultra-light carbon fiber components its frame weight is just 997g while the fork weight comes in at under 400g. The Milano Strada-PRO is the bike of champions.
About The Stradalli Cycle Company
Based in Florida, Stradalli is an official SRAM OEM and fits SRAM Red or SRAM Force to all of its 2010 bicycles. The Stradalli Cycle Company sells worldwide to the keen athlete who demands the best equipment. With years of experience in both high tech manufacturing and design as well as a passion for cycling, Stradalli brings dedication and innovation to the road racing bicycle market.
Contact
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Date: 2/7/09
Consecutive Days Run: 38
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: Newton AW Trainers
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Long (ish)
Time of Day: 1:55 PM EST
Distance Run: 15.44 miles
Time Run: 02:00:18
Average Pace: 7:47 per mile
Weather Conditions: Cold (32 degrees Fahrenheit), Windy
Disposition: Good
Link to Run Detail: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/24201299
About the Run: In running the letters LSD do not stand for “lysergic acid diethylamid” or “acid”, rather it stands for either Long Steady Distance or Long Slow Distance. One way or the other, I was really looking forward to getting out and going long(ish) today. It was my first long day since the Manhattan Half-Marathon and I feel like my legs were ready to just take it easy and go.
Since today was cool and I was going for a while, I ran with my Fuel Belt Helium, with both bottles filled with blueberry-pomegranate Gu Electrolyte Brew. You see, I sweat in EPIC proportions, even on cold days and rather than my typical method of ignoring my nutrition, I wanted to play it smart. The reason I mention that particular flavor is because it contains double the sodium of any of the other flavors of Gu Brew and considering my copious amounts of sweat, I need it. So, with my Fuel Belt loaded and dressed for the occasion, off I went.
The day was absolutely gorgeous. It was a bit cold, but the sun shining made up for that and then some. As I have mentioned before, my hands get very hot when I run, regardless of the temperature, and this in turn affects my overall body heat. However, this only happens when I start with gloves. As I got to the point where my hands began to feel like they had been tossed into a microwave oven, I decided to try something. I took off one glove, the left glove, and held it in my right, still gloved, hand and a wonderful thing happened. My fingers which I expected to get rather cold instead acted like foils on a car radiator, dissipating heat and cooling down my whole body. It was awesome! At one point after I made my turn back home, the wind I was facing began to sting that hand a bit and I put my glove back on until it got to that “oven” feeling again and again, it was perfect!
The run itself felt really great. Running down the West side of Manhattan is always beautiful and at this time of year almost devoid of everyone but the most devoted athletes. To be completely honest, I never once looked at my pace, but rather, I just did what felt comfortable, which turned out to be faster than I thought it would! As I was about to exit the West Side Greenway I even ran into (or ran BY as the case may be) @AnnaCBee which was so nice as my day is always brightened seeing people I know out and tearing up the roads!
La Sportiva N.A., makers of technical climbing, mountaineering, Mountain Running® and hiking footwear, announces its Mountain Running® team roster and associate sponsors for 2010.
“Supporting the La Sportiva Mountain Running® team is one of many ways in which we aim to improve the vitality of the sport,” says Laura Fryer, La Sportiva’s Marketing Manager. “Ever since our Mountain Running® team’s inception in 2003, our goal has been to provide a network of support to regional race directors, volunteers, talented athletes and quality races throughout North America. We are very grateful for the assistance that our associate sponsors will be providing in 2010, as this mission would be impossible without their help.” La Sportiva’s running team roster includes over 25 athletes from around North America and includes such ultrarunning notables as Karl Meltzer, Luke Nelson, Leor Pantilat as well as the 2009 La Sportiva Mountain Cup Champions Matthew Byrne and Megan Kimmel. New additions to the La Sportiva team for 2010 include Andy Jones-Wilkins of Ketchum, Idaho, Nathan Yanko of San Francisco, CA, Ellen Parker of Seattle, WA, and Natalie Simms of Chattanooga, TN.
Associate sponsors for the 2010 La Sportiva Mountain Running® team are Greenlayer Sports and First Endurance with support from Ultimate Direction and Petzl. Additional sponsors include Julbo, Headsweats and DeFeet.
Melissa O’Kelley, Greenlayer Sports Marketing Director, states “Sponsoring the La Sportiva Mountain Running® team is a perfect fit for us, not only because of the high caliber of athletes on their team, but also because of pro-environmental philosophies that exist between our brands and the loyal following of active enthusiasts we both share. We hope that our inaugural partnership with La Sportiva will raise awareness about the environment and help shape a better world where we all live and run, locally and globally.” Greenlayer will serve as the official apparel sponsor of the La Sportiva team.
“At Ultimate Direction, we sponsor only the most passionate running teams and dedicated athletes. La Sportiva’s team roster for 2010 includes some of the best endurance athletes in the world,” states Sue Edmiston, Ultimate Direction’s Marketing Manager. “Water is an essential element for peak training, racing and performance. With our innovative array of hydration products we plan to keep Team Sportiva running fast in 2010.”
Go to http://mountainrunning.com for a complete list of the 2010 La Sportiva Mountain Running® team roster, associate sponsors and calendar of racing events.
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SOLE, the manufacturer of premium footbeds, socks and sandals, announces its partnership with ReCORK America™, a US-based wine cork recycling program sponsored by Amorim of Portugal, the world’s largest producer of natural cork. SOLE will use a blend of recycled cork wine bottle closures in its line of 2010 footwear products.
“We have been working with ReCORK for over eight months,” states Mike Baker, president of SOLE. “They provided us with thousands of used corks and we did the R&D necessary to successfully develop a cork blend that enhances the material properties of our products. This is the kind of sustainable effort that benefits everyone.”
ReCORK and SOLE have an agreement to find sustainably optimized ways to reuse and recycle as many corks as can be collected. Roger Archey, a spokesman for Amorim’s ReCORK, says the timing is perfect. “We have collected nearly four million corks since the program started in 2007 – that’s without promotion or fanfare. The SOLE partnership will give us the opportunity to dramatically expand our collection efforts and better serve our current and future collection partners.”
ReCORK’s recycling partners include many familiar names in the wine, hospitality and retail markets, including: American Airlines/Sodexo, The Wine Tasting Network, Diageo Chateau & Estate Wines, Rodney Strong Wine Estates, Cakebread Cellars, Whole Foods Markets in Northern California, the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, Rutherford Wine Co. and PlumpJack.
About ReCORK and Amorim
ReCORK America is a natural cork recycling program sponsored by Amorim of Portugal and its US affiliates, Portocork America and Amorim Cork America. For additional information, visit www.recorkamerica.com or www.savemiguel.com.
Tracing its root to the 19th century, Amorim has become the largest cork and cork-derived company in the world, generating over Euro 450 million in sales throughout more than 100 countries. Amorim and its subsidiaries are an integral part of a conservation effort to guarantee the survival of hundreds of thousands of cork oak trees throughout the Mediterranean Basin. Amorim is proud of its contributions to the correct utilization of these important forests that represent a key role in CO2 retention, preserving biodiversity and preventing desertification. Information about Amorim of Portugal can be found at www.amorim.com/en and www.corkfacts.com.
Huntington Beach, Calif. – January 29, 2010 – TYR continues to expand its elite roster of world-class athletes with the signing of triathlon “King of Swim” John Flanagan. The Hawaii native competed in the company’s Sayonara swimskin when leading out of the water at the 2009 Ironman World Championships. He will continue to race in TYR’s line of swimskins, apparel, and accessories, as well as the newest addition to the Triathlon line, the Hurricane wetsuit.
“All of us at TYR are thrilled to have John Flanagan as one of our flagship athletes,” said TYR Triathlon Sales and Promotions Director Ryan Dolan. “John has been a long time member of the TYR family. He coaches TYR teams and has represented the company in national and international open water swimming events. We look forward to him racing in our new premier wetsuit, the Hurricane.”
Flanagan proved his swimming strength at many national and international triathlon races in the past year. In addition to his 47:42 split at the world championships during the 2.4-mile swim leg, he set the swim course record at the 2009 Ironman Louisville race, averaging roughly 1:10 per 100 meters to clock in at 44:45. His success is rooted in over a decade of competitive swimming including a 2001 national title, an NCAA team title for Auburn University’s Men’s Swimming and Diving team, and four years as a Team USA swim member.
“I use TYR products everyday for either training or racing,” said Flanagan. “The Sayonara swimskin is the fastest suit I have ever swam in and helps me get out to a good start in my races. I also look forward to competing in cold water races this year so I can use the new Hurricane wetsuit!”
Flanagan joins the world’s greatest triathletes on Team TYR including Chrissie Wellington, Andy Potts, Sarah Haskins, and Julie Dibens.
“TYR is committed to the success of it’s athletes, and I want to continue to be a part of it,” Flanagan concluded.
Date: 1/29/09
Consecutive Days Run: 29
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: Newton AW Trainers
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Quick, short
Time of Day: 7:19 PM EST
Distance Run: 2.18 miles
Time Run: 00:15:52
Average Pace: 7:17 per mile
Weather Conditions: Cold (24 degrees Fahrenheit), Windy
Disposition: Good
Link to Run Detail: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/23497693
About the Run: Today, I ended up leaving work early due to the fact that I was simply exhausted. I’m not sure why, but I think it has something to do with the cumulative busy-ness of the week. So, I came home, had some lunch and proceeded to take a two hour nap. It was awesome! I usually try to avoid naps due to the fact that they often prevent me from sleeping later that night, but this one was SO needed!
My run tonight was a good one, save for one little issue. As I was on my way back home, I was running up what is a nice little hill that I hit almost every day. Ahead of me on the hill was a couple walking their dog and as I approached (I’d like to add that I was wearing my Black Diamond Sprinter headlamp which is VERY bright, so I was quite visible) the dog got a bit tangled around them and they were laughing and stumbling a bit and almost right into me. So, as I came upon them, and was almost run into, I said, in a completely friendly tone, “heads up!”.
After passing them the guy in the couple said something along the lines of, “Sorry, $#@, I don’t want to slow you down.” purposefully loud enough for my to hear him. So, I stopped and said to him, “No, you don’t” and I turned and began to run again. As I did, this guy AGAIN, made some unnecessary remark to which said, “look, we could sit here and trade smart remarks all night, but I’m just trying to run, you don’t have to be rude”. As I turned around and headed off this person once again decided to open his mouth and say, “You have to have the last word, don’t you?!”. I said nothing and kept going.
So, dear sir, should you see me again running along, please say something again so I know who you are and I will take the time to spend the rest of my run following you running in place behind you not saying a word.
Other than that, my run felt great! It is really cold outside and even the inside of my nose hurt from breathing in the super cold air. I must say, in an absolutely shameless plug, that my Sugoi Firewall 220 tights were so fantastic on this run! This weekend is going to be pretty cold in general, so I’m sure this won’t be the last time I mention it! I am very excited though, to be doing some trail running in the Bronx in Van Cortland Park on Sunday, so if you want to come along, let me know!
Date: 1/28/09
Consecutive Days Run: 28
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: Newton AW Trainers
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Recovery run
Time of Day: 6:10 PM EST
Distance Run: 2.04 miles
Time Run: 00:15:40
Average Pace: 7:41 per mile
Weather Conditions: Cold (28 degrees Fahrenheit)
Disposition: Good, Tired
Link to Run Detail: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/23438720
About the Run: After a big race, I find that my legs go through stages of recovery. I also find that these stages come with varying degrees of speed and discomfort. I know that many reading this are probably going, “Duh.” and that’s to be expected. Doing this streak, however, give me a unique perspective on how my legs progress through the many different stages of repair.
Tonight’s run was apparently the part of my personal recovery process whereupon I begin to get speed back into my legs. Usually, immediately following a race, I can go out and run a what seems like an inordinately fast pace. For instance, the day right after the Manhattan Half-Marathon, while my run was short, it was done at a relatively blazing fast 7:39 per mile. The next two days, my pace fell to 7:51 and 8:41 respectively. Today, however, I went out feeling lighter and faster than I have since the race! I can’t wait to begin to tack some distance onto my speed!
As I headed out this evening, an Arctic cold front had already begun to make its way into the NYC area. This morning we had quite a bit of snow and I was honestly looking forward to getting out and running in some of the falling white stuff this evening. Unfortunately, the snow stopped and all we were left with was cold and an accompanying wind. The wind was such that coming up to my one mile point, I was blown back a bit and at the same time, chilled to the bone. It really didn’t help that the tights I was wearing were NOT thermal as my CW-X Insulators as well as my amazing Sugoi Firewall 220’s were in the laundry!
A couple of weeks ago, I had the opportunity to get a close up look at this stuff and it is simply amazing. So versatile and flexible and I cannot wait to get my hands on it!
Barefoot running was clearly one of the most talked about trends in the running industry last year. From the bestselling book Born To Run, to the explosive growth of the Vibram Five Fingers, runners everywhere seem to be talking about barefoot running.
Well, the buzz about barefoot running is about to hit a fever pitch. As we’ve talked about in previous posts, Harvard anthropologist Dan Lieberman has been studying the evolution of human running for several years. Dr. Lieberman has just published the results of his study in the journal Nature and the mainstream media is running (cough) with the story. For those of you who listen to NPR on the drive home, you might have heard this story on “All Things Considered” today. The story is also available on NPR.org and features a pretty interesting video:
Not surprisingly, Vibram Five Fingers are also getting a lot of attention from the media (Vibram sponsored Lieberman’s study). The Five Fingers clearly help people to try barefoot running, while providing some protection from rocks, glass, etc. As we talked about in the previous post, Newton’s are built for Natural Running but some of you may be wondering how Newtons compare to Vibrams. Amanda Brooks asked just that on her blog, Run to the Finish, and Newton Running’s Director of Education and Research, Ian Adamson, had this response:
Running Newton Shoes and Vibram Five Fingers have many similarities, at least from a form perspective. The primary difference is the cushioning and energy return provided by Newtons, which is largely absent in Vibrams.
Both Newton Performance Racers and Vibrams have a 2 mm heel lift, or toe drop depending on how you look at it. This translates into a 1.3% down grade in the shoe, also referred to as ramp angle or drop. Newton Performance Trainers have a 2% gradient, which although very small, can be felt by aware runners. Regular running shoes have a much steeper angle, up to 15% depending on the shoe.
Barefoot running forces you to run efficiently and preventatively with respect to injury. Vibram’s allow people to experience barefoot running with an added layer of protection from harsh surfaces, while Newton’s go one step further, adding forefoot cushioning and a significant energy return component.
Newton shoes are much kinder to the body’s structure and musculature when transitioning from a traditional running shoe to barefoot, and allow you to perfect a natural (barefoot) form while providing protection and cushioning. Newton’s active membrane technology has been carefully designed to facilitate afferent feedback, which means the nerves in your forefoot feel the ground very quickly through the shoe. This is achieved through the outer lugs and internal semi-rigid chamber that is connected to the bio-mechanical top plate adjacent to your foot inside the shoe.
Traditional shoe cushioning mechanisms dampens afferent feedback, hampering proprioception and thus hindering your ability to self-regulate the impact of your foot strike. Studies show that runners strike much harder in shoes that dampen afferent feedback, one of the causes of injury. Barefoot runners and runners in shoes that allow you to sense the ground encourage you to run protectively, as if barefoot.
Bottom line is that both Vibrams and Newtons encourage a barefoot or natural running style, but Newtons make it much easier for runners to transition from typical running shoes.
Orbea USA is proud to announce that Craig Alexander has re-signed with both the Orbea and Orca brands for the next six years. “Crowie is the top triathlete in the world, winning the 2008 and 2009 Kona Ironman World Championships, 2006 Ironman 70.3 World Championship and countless other premier global triathlons since turning professional in 2004. We are honored to have Crowie as the face of the Orbea and Orca brands in the sport of Triathlon” says Tony Karklins, Managing Director of Orbea USA.
“I have been riding Orbea bicycles with great success since 2005 and have been with Orca for nearly my entire career. I am extremely happy that I will be partnering with both Orbea and Orca for the rest of my career,” says Alexander.
Craig’s new contract with Orbea and Orca surpasses the traditional sponsorship contract. It gives him time to continue his reign at the top of the sport, while leaving plenty of time for future product development and collaboration with the Orbea and Orca brands. Look for many exciting new products to be developed from this long-term partnership.
Iconic footwear and sportswear brand K-Swiss and Trek Bicycle, the world leader in bicycle technology and innovation, are proud to announce the formation of the 2010 Trek/K-Swiss Triathlon Team. The joint venture between Trek and K-Swiss will be seen as the world’s premier triathlon team, bringing together nine of the world’s top international Ironman and Ironman 70.3 athletes.
The launch of Trek/K-Swiss Triathlon Team underscores both brands’ continuing investment in the finest athletes in the world. With more than 30 years of experience, Trek has proven itself to be the industry’s most forward thinking and innovative manufacturer by continually striving to produce the most technologically advanced bicycles on the planet. K-Swiss has upheld a similar tradition of excellence and ingenuity, expanding from classic tennis footwear to running footwear and apparel designed to enhance the performances of the world-class triathletes they support.
“We couldn’t be more excited about this partnership and what we believe it will bring not just to the athletes but to the entire sport of Triathlon,” said Trek Bicycle Road and Triathlon Brand Manager Nick Howe. “At Trek, we’ve long believed that working with the best athletes in the world is paramount in helping us to provide the absolute best bicycle products available. To have an opportunity to partner with a team of this caliber and to work with a company as committed and innovative as K-Swiss is extremely exciting.”
“Joining with Trek to put together this triathlon team is a very exciting venture for us,” said K-Swiss Sports Marketing Director Erik Vervloet. “Trek has consistently been an industry leader in design and innovation and is always looking to move the needle in delivering the fastest bike available, anywhere. We strive to provide that same relentless focus on innovation in our footwear. Combine this partnership with some of the top triathletes in the world and you have a fantastic team. With the help of our athletes, we want to continue to push the envelope in developing the best triathlon products on the planet. We look forward to working together with Trek and are very proud of the team that we’ve put together. We believe that the results will speak for themselves.”
The Trek/K-Swiss Team is comprised of two World Champions, a 2nd place finisher at the 2009 Ironman World Championships, and multiple 70.3 champions.
Fraser Cartmell UK 3x Ironman 70.3 Champion
Julie Dibens UK 2009 Ironman 70.3 World Champion & 3x XTERRA World Champion
Joe Gambles AUS 3x Ironman 70.3 Champion
Heather Jackson USA Top Ironman 70.3 athlete
Chris Lieto USA 3x Ironman Champion & 2nd Ironman World Championships (’09)
Matt Lieto USA Top 5 Ironman athlete
Paul Mathews AUS Ironman 70.3 Champion
Michael Raelert GER 2009 Ironman 70.3 World Champion
Andrew Yoder USA 2nd in the Colombia Triathlon in 2009
The “Run Don’t Walk” line of gear from Cloudveil is not only for the athlete who is based in the high reaches of the company’s home base of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Nor is it some utilitarian line of unattractive gear that works well, but looks awful.
When I got my hands on the Run Don’t Walk vest, I had never run in a vest before and didn’t quite know what to make of it. As it happens though, it really fits my M.O. very well because my arms and hand tend to get extremely warm when I’m running, even when it’s very cold out.
The first time I went to run in this vest, I think it was about 25 degrees outside, if I recall correctly. the first thing that struck me was the weight of the vest, which is to say the LACK of weight. Coming in at a ridiculously minuscule 7 ounces, I honestly couldn’t believe how light it was in my hands! This lightness carried over to 
the feel once I put it on also.The odd thing is, the thickness of the fabric by Polartec belies the weight but gives a comforting prelude to the protection that the garment provides.
Being that I am a singer and am somewhat obsessive about my throat/neck being covered, the high neck on this vest was really perfect in height. It cam right up to my chin, keeping my entire neck warm but never falling onto my skin enough to offer any kind of chaffing or annoyance.
I can honestly say that I was and remain taken completely aback at the performance and warmth of this vest! While it is still cold outside here in the Northeast, and with an arctic front bearing down on us for this coming weekend, I am looking forward to revisiting this review when things begin to turn toward the spring to see just how versatile this thing is!
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Date: 1/17/09
Consecutive Days Run: 17
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: La Sportiva Wildcat GTX
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Steady, Zone 2 run with 3 min increases
Time of Day: 7:32 PM EST
Distance Run: 8.0 miles
Time Run: 01:05:56
Average Pace: 8:14 per mile
Weather Conditions: Cold (37 degrees Fahrenheit), light rain
Disposition: Good
Link to Run Detail: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/22626895
About the Run: Right off the bat, I’d like to talk about my shoes. It was raining today, all day, and there was more than a little water pooled all over the ground. I know from past experience that, while my Newton AW’s are water resistant, they are far from water PROOF which is what today’s weather called for. So, I ran in a pair of shoes from the folks at La Sportiva. The model I was running in was the Wildcat GTX, which is technically a mountain running shoe. It has a Gore-tex upper that kept dry all the way through my hour long run, even when I ran through several puddles by accident (and I do mean THROUGH these puddles). They sole is far stiffer than the sole of my Newtons, especially behind the meta-tarsals and have a much larger heel to toe drop (12 mm). I noticed that my footfall was extremely flat in these shoes, which would account fr the difference in drop from my Newtons. Overall, weighing in 3.5 ounces heavier than my Newton AW’s, they felt very fast and agile. I look forward to trying these out a few times on some gnarly trail runs.
My assigned run was: Nice steady zone 2 pace with some hard surges for 3 minutes every 20 minutes. I headed out with a distinct wind at my back. his is great on the way out, but the thought of it being in my face on the way back is always present. Another thing about the wind being at my back is, I was wearing my headlamp and my breath, rather than being blow away from me, moved right along with me, illuminated by the intense LED. Still, better than the alternative of running into things!
The way back was just as harrowing as I thought it would be. The precipitation had changed from a ‘heavy mist’ into a ‘light sprinkle” and the wind blowing this stinging stuff into my face was not helping any. Regardless, I felt quick and focused on my technique and a quick turnover. Overall, a great run that felt like it could have kept going on and on!
Date: 1/15/09
Consecutive Days Run: 15
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: Newton AW Trainers
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Intervals
Time of Day: 4:58 PM EST
Distance Run: 1.83 miles (I believe it to be closer to 2.5 miles)
Time Run: 00:24:29 (contrary to what the Garmin data says)
Average Pace: 9:47 per mile
Weather Conditions: Cool (45 degrees Fahrenheit), clear
Disposition: Good
Link to Run Detail: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/22431203
About the Run: Today I decided to take my dog Annie on my run with me. We also have Bubba, a three year old Yorkiepoo whom we rescued from the North
Me and Annie
Shore Animal League, but Annie is the Princess. She is a nine year old mutt and though she is a bit crazy sometimes, she is the sweetest, most gentle dog. Because I got home a bit earlier than usual today, and because it wasn’t as cold as it has been recently, I thought she would love getting out and going for a run with Dad.
In my post yesterday (Day 14: Tight Left Calf) I said that I was going to aim to do in the neighborhood of a 5 mile tempo run, however, Coach Jeff put the smack down on that idea. So instead, we headed out the door for one of my quick two-milers. Annie’s pace was slower than mine, mainly because she wanted to sniff everything we passed, but also because she hasn’t run in a while with my wife as she usually does because of our impending bundle of joy. This was probably a good thing that made me keep my pace in check.
As we got to about the .75 mile mark, I decided to head off my normal route and run up into some of the wonderful paved trails in Inwood Hill Park. I love running these trails, but have not had much opportunity of late to run them. As we made our turn into the park, I stopped to remove Annie’s leash and at the same time paused my Garmin. We went on our way through the wonderful tree-lined hills that make you forget that you’re in one of the biggest cities on the planet. Simply amazing.
As we began our descent, we stopped for a couple of minutes so Annie could answer Nature’s call, and I again pressed the pause button on my Garmin. However, I noticed that rather than saying “Timer Stopped” it said “Timer Started”! CRAP. I had run what I think was about .75 miles with my timer off, and thus my map was not tracking either. This is one problem I have with my Garmin 305. Now, before I get a flurry of people telling me about the Auto-pause feature, I am well aware of that. Last summer, on many a long ride and run, my data fell victim to the inconsistencies of the Auto-pause feature. It would often not pause at all, and other times it would pause while I was in motion. Don’t get me wrong, I adore my Garmin, but I wish that feature worked a bit better.
We wrapped up our run together, a run that I hope will be the first of many. I also would like to bring Bubba along on runs of his own. However, neither of my pups are going to run in the rain or snow, trust me I don’t need that kind of mess in the house!
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For the past week or so, much of the United States has been in a deep freeze. Even places that are not accustomed to cold temperatures are feeling the bite. Here in New York, it’s been pretty bad, and it has been especially cold by the time I do my daily run. This requires a good bit of gearing up to keep from freezing to death. So, partly inspired by Ari’s post on his winter gear, and partly inspired by the fact that it takes me about ten minutes to get dressed, I thought I’d list my favorite winter running gear.
Under Armour HeatGear Sleeveless T (compression layer to prevent chaffing)
Zensah Seamless Long Sleeve Compression Shirt
Lower Body Layers:
CW-X Insulator Stabilyx Tights
Nike Lightweight Running Gloves
SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Mini with WOW
Head:
I also wear a hat which is an off brand
(Pictures to follow)
So, what do you wear when it’s SUPER cold out?
Date: 1/5/09
Consecutive Days Run: 5
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: Newton AW Trainers
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Step up run. (details below)
Time of Day: 2:20 PM EST
Distance Run: 7.68 miles
Time Run: 00:58:11
Average Pace: 7:34 per mile
Weather Conditions: Cold (30 degrees Fahrenheit), Wind out of the North at about 10 mph
Disposition: Happy
Link to Run Detail: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/21774103
About the Run: Today’s run from Coach was: “Step up run. Warm up 10 minutes then run 20 minutes zone 3 then 25 minutes zone 4 really make the effort to hold the Lt effort. recover by jogging slowly and stretching” I was pretty excited to get outside for my run when the sun was actually in the sky today. Unfortunately, I forgot my sunglasses and it was not the most fun as I ran downtown on the West side of Manhattan (click details above). I read somewhere recently that you’d be surprised how much energy you waste while trying to deal with the sun. Fortunately, the down-island portion of my run (about the first 30 mins) went well.
Once I turned around was when I needed to go into HR Zone 4. The first 15 minutes went very well and then I found that I had to pee (sorry for the gory details!). This got me thinking about how to manage my pee breaks during races. It seems that when I am in an important event, bad things happen when I stop to pee. This is something that I will definitely have to address with Coach and with others more experienced than I.
The rest of the way through this run went very well. I had no idea about my pace because I had me Garmin setup to only display my total time and my heart rate zone. This is because I tend to over think things sometimes when I am in an HR based workout and just being able to see my HR and clock is all I need.
Black Diamond Sprinter Headlamp
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Date: 1/3/09
Consecutive Days Run: 3
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: Newton AW Trainers
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Easy pace
Time of Day: 6:28 PM EST
Distance Run: 7.53 miles
Time Run: 01:01:26
Average Pace: 8:09 per mile
Weather Conditions: Cold (20 degrees Fahrenheit “real feel” of 2), Windy
Disposition: Happy
Link to Run Detail: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/21639184
About the Run: My assigned workout was for one hour at, “Nice steady medium effort run the entire time.”; CHECK. Although, I have to say, it was difficult to pinpoint exactly what “medium effort” is when it is so flippin’ cold! At the start of my run the temperature was 20 degrees Farenheit, same as yesterday. However, I was going much farther and the wind was NUTS!! In fact, for the first twenty minutes I thought I knew what cold was, until I stopped to answer nature’s call and then I found out what cold REALLY was!
As far as gear goes, I would have had a SERIOUSLY rough time were it not for my Newton AW’s. My feet stayed nice and toasty with only my AW’s and a pair of the Newton socks that I cannot say enough about. One other thing that kept me from winding up flat on my ass was my Black Diamond Sprinter headlamp. There was seriously no other way I could’ve seen the ice I was about to run on.
All in all, a very good run. I really felt good and happily rediscovered the fact that my body tends to warm up (temperature-wise) regardless of the temperature outside. By the end of my run, my entire upper body, with the exception of my nose, was perfectly warm and comfortable. I also reaffirmed that running with forefoot/midfoot technique and with a high turnover is the ONLY safe way to run on icy pavement.
Date: 1/2/09
Consecutive Days Run: 2
Runner: Brandon Wood
Shoes: Newton AW Trainers
Location: New York, NY
Type of Run: Easy pace
Time of Day: 6:47 PM EST
Distance Run: 2.02 miles
Time Run: 00:14:55
Average Pace: 7:23 per mile
Weather Conditions: Cold (20 degrees Fahrenheit “real feel” of 1)
Disposition: Happy
Link to Run Detail: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/21539133
About the Run: Cold man, cold. I know that I will have more runs that will be colder. I also know that, due to the fact that I hate treadmills, I will endure them. That said, it was cold tonight and I felt it. Thankfully, running was not on my training calendar for tonight (that’s a 1 hour ride on the trainer that’ll come later) and I have no distance requirements in this challenge.
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