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31 Replies Last post: Nov 5, 2007 7:01 PM by runninlaw Go to original post 1 2 3 Previous Next

bruno28

54 posts since
Oct 17, 2004

15. Dec 27, 2007 12:38 AM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

Hey rootsrunner--I went back and read your one of your earlier posts--though there are a few turn arounds and loops as an out and back the course is well designed to make them loops and not 180 degree turns. There is only one at mile 20-21ish and yeah it is the 180 degee style turn around an orange cone, but the rest of the time things are real wide and managable loops.

Have a great race

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runninlaw

989 posts since
Mar 13, 2006

16. Oct 26, 2007 8:18 AM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

quote:<HR>Originally posted by corland14:
Lows in the 40's, highs in the 50's would have been a bit better. I'm not complaining though. It's suppose to rain the day before so watch out for those frozen puddles.

What's everyone wearing? I think I'm going to go with shorts, a long sleeve tech shirt, a short sleeve tech shirt, cheap gloves and a stocking hat to start. <HR>

Yes, the weather looks ideal. I can hardly believe my eyes after 2 marathons with crazy weather this year (Boston and Twin Cities)!! I hope it is all true!

With that said, I have run 2 marathons in conditions exactly like predicted and it was awesome. While the first mile is cold, you will heat up quickly. I intend to wear my running skirt, a singlet, a running hat and cheap gloves to throw off. Depending on how cold it actually is at the start, I may also wear a throwaway long sleeve on top.

I am hoping I feel better soon - I have been sick the last 2 days (stomach virus?). Yuck.

runninlaw

989 posts since
Mar 13, 2006

17. Oct 26, 2007 8:22 AM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

quote:<HR>Originally posted by rootsrunner:
I signed up. Its appears the field size is just right (1,650 Full, 850 half).

Looking for insight on the course.<HR>

I thought that field size sounded great too - it looks like they have 3000 runners now according to the e-mail from the RD this morning. Since the half has been closed for quite some time, that probably means 2150 for the full. I hope that isn't too much for this course . . . .I believe they usually only have 1250.

I hope to see you guys out there! I will have red and white gloves on pre-race and probably a similar outfit and the same hat as in my profile pic... Come say HI if you see me.

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rootsrunner

238 posts since
Jun 28, 2006

18. Oct 26, 2007 8:56 AM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

Forecast a bit cold, but I'll take it!

36F at 8am, and 44F at 11am. The wind forecast, at the moment, seems negligble. I got my fingers crossed.

If anyone wants to say hello, I'll likely start near the 3:14 pacer. Then I plan to hang around the finish line for at least an hour or so afterwards.

Here's what I look like:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c187/ltrun/MohFinish1.jpg[/URL" target="_blank">

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c187/ltrun/MohCovBridge2.jpg[/URL" target="_blank">

The excitement builds!

rootsrunner

238 posts since
Jun 28, 2006

19. Oct 26, 2007 9:17 AM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

runninlaw- i think the 3000 number includes all relayers (250 teams, 3-5 per team.)

I expect less than 3000 on the starting line. But I do share you concern with crowding. Just run faster and get away from the masses!

I will look for you. Get well NOW. Good luck with your final preparations.

crunningman

950 posts since
Jun 7, 2002

20. Oct 26, 2007 10:19 AM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

Hey Lloyd!

Nice pics at Mo.

I signed up yesterday. Will be making the trip up on Sunday morning since the drive is less than 2hrs. Definitely not in 3:14 shape right now, but hopefully I will be by Phily(11/18). Good luck to you there.The plan is to line up with the 3:29:24

Pacer. Safe travels to you as well. I'll look for you around the 3:14 Pacer.
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runninlaw

989 posts since
Mar 13, 2006

21. Oct 26, 2007 10:37 AM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

roots - I will definitely be on the lookout for you!

craig - you will probably be lining up near me - I'll keep a lookout for you too.

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!!

crunningman

950 posts since
Jun 7, 2002

22. Oct 26, 2007 11:14 AM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

mindi - Awesome! I'll look for you as well.

By the way! What part of WI are you from?

I grew up in WI and my whole family still lives near the Benton, Cuba City, Platteville areas on the Southwest corner of the state.

SAFE TRAVELS TO YOU!!!!
cr

runninlaw

989 posts since
Mar 13, 2006

23. Oct 26, 2007 1:18 PM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

quote:<HR>Originally posted by crunningman:
mindi - Awesome! I'll look for you as well.

By the way! What part of WI are you from?

I grew up in WI and my whole family still lives near the Benton, Cuba City, Platteville areas on the Southwest corner of the state.

SAFE TRAVELS TO YOU!!!!
cr<HR>

Hey Craig,

I am in Cottage Grove, which is just a few minutes east of Madison.

I definitely need some well wishes for my travels as I get to take I-90 through Chicagoland. Not fun.

See ya'll on Sunday!!!

crunningman

950 posts since
Jun 7, 2002

24. Oct 26, 2007 2:22 PM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

quote:<HR>Originally posted by runninlaw:
Hey Craig,
I am in Cottage Grove, which is just a few minutes east of Madison.
I definitely need some well wishes for my travels as I get to take I-90 through Chicagoland. Not fun.
See ya'll on Sunday!!!<HR>

Know exactly where that is at. I lived in Madison for a year. One of the best places to live in my opinion.

I-90

Tolls

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rochrunner

939 posts since
Aug 14, 2007

25. Oct 26, 2007 2:43 PM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

I'll be walking over from my hotel about 7:30, and will line up with the 3:44 pacer, which should get me in about about 1:52 for the half if I can keep it up. I'm only concerned about starting right out at my target pace, since it usually takes me about 2-3 miles to really get warmed up (especially on a cold day).

My profile pic was taken at this same event in '05, and I'll probably be wearing the exact same outfit.

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rootsrunner

238 posts since
Jun 28, 2006

26. Oct 26, 2007 2:50 PM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

Craig- Excellent, we'll meet again. What is this 3:30 nonsense? I expect to see you at the usual spot - near mile 18 - and for you to pull me along to a PR.

crunningman

950 posts since
Jun 7, 2002

27. Oct 26, 2007 3:25 PM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

quote:<HR>Originally posted by rootsrunner:
Craig- Excellent, we'll meet again. What is this 3:30 nonsense? I expect to see you at the usual spot - near mile 18 - and for you to pull me along to a PR.<HR>

Lloyd- Yes, we meet again. Houstons my goal race. To keep everything in perspective I can only hope a 3:30 is achievable. You know I'd push

you to a PR if I had it in me.

runninlaw

989 posts since
Mar 13, 2006

28. Dec 27, 2007 12:38 AM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

Cool, Doug. I'll keep a lookout for you too. I am off for a short run then hitting the car for Grand Rapids. The weather gods appear to be cooperating. Safe travels and fleet feet to all!

corland - I just checked out your profile too - I hope to see you. GOOD LUCK!!

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runninlaw

989 posts since
Mar 13, 2006

29. Nov 5, 2007 8:42 AM

in response to: rootsrunner

Re: Grand Rapids Marathon (& half) - 10/28

Hey all - I was a little disappointed b/c while the Flickr pics were great - there were none of me! Today I googled GRM photos and found out there was an official race photographer there too - with lots of pics. I am surprised GRM doesn't link to that on their website. But, I wanted to let you all know in case you are in the same boat.....

LINK: http://www.backprint.com/view_event.asp?PID=bp%18yG&EVENTID=28409[/URL" target="_blank">

I hope you are all recovering well.

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