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Courir26

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Oct 31, 2008 12:20 PM

Who's In For Richmond??

Who's running Richmond (marathon, half, or 8k) on Nov 15?

I've been thinking about it since MCM and the only thing I've decided is that I'm decidedly undecided. Okay, the 8k is out, but the rest is a toss-up.

Myblueeyedgurl

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1. Oct 31, 2008 1:32 PM

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Re: Who's In For Richmond??

I would love to run the 8K again. But I'm not gonna. If I run anything it will be in Philly, but thats doubtful.

"You wont lag behind, because youll have the speed. Youll pass the whole gang and youll soon take the lead. Wherever you fly, youll be the best of the best. Wherever you go, you will top all the rest. " - - Dr. Seuss

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marathoner06

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2. Oct 31, 2008 3:29 PM

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Re: Who's In For Richmond??

you need to do Philly- I will be doiing the half and I have not run over 5 miles since the distance run due to coaching volleyball and my sons football. No wonder I cant lose weight.

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Myblueeyedgurl

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3. Oct 31, 2008 7:01 PM

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LOL! Its definitely not that I don't want too! I do. I need to get in to see the Physical Therapist and see what they say. What ever it is, I'm goign to listen this time. I took my Ortho advice when I did the Historic Half and I wouldn't cahnge that. My Physical Therapist didn't want me to do that distance yet. I think if I had listened and backed off I wouldn't be plagued with the injuries I still have. Do we know what the time limit is on the half? I'm sure that will play a role in my decision. If its possible to do most of it walking and the PT says its okay, I'm still in. I haven't cancelled my hotel room yet, because I still have some hope.

"You wont lag behind, because youll have the speed. Youll pass the whole gang and youll soon take the lead. Wherever you fly, youll be the best of the best. Wherever you go, you will top all the rest. " - - Dr. Seuss

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Courir26

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4. Nov 1, 2008 10:24 AM

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Re: Who's In For Richmond??

Philly's FAQ says the finish line has a time limit of 7 hours. It doesn't distinguish between the half and the full. You may want to call/write to make sure though. Did you already switch your registration to the half? Does you PT accept bribes for clearance?

Downtown Richmond hotels are looking filled up (or way overpriced). How easy is parking/traffic in Richmond on race day? Any outside-downtown hotel recommendations?

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Irish Runner77

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5. Nov 1, 2008 10:32 AM

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Re: Who's In For Richmond??

I'm debating either watching Richmond or running the half. But it all depends on how well my moving goes.

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Kbear74

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6. Nov 1, 2008 1:44 PM

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Re: Who's In For Richmond??

Craig, look on the Southside, I haven't been here long enough to make recommendations, but there are plenty of hotels in Chester (20 minutes) and they aren't too bad. Let me know if you are coming. DINNER MAN! We like to eat and cheer!

Proud mom and Athena runner. Kara (and Jman)

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Courir26

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7. Nov 1, 2008 2:07 PM

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Re: Who's In For Richmond??

Thanks Kara! I'm coming from the north though, so I'm thinking airport area or Richmond Northwest. Richmond is looking pretty likely. If the weather is good, I'd do the full; if it's looking too warm for a PR attempt, I'd do the half.

Dinner would be fun! Chris, Jerry, Charlie?, anybody else at Richmond... would you be around for dinner the evening before (5-6 pm)?

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Kbear74

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8. Nov 1, 2008 6:18 PM

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Re: Who's In For Richmond??

I haven't been here long enough to know all the areas.... mostly where we live. I know you are from up north. Just let me know I will find us a place to eat. However many we have.

ps. I have a good picture of you taken by a short photographer at carpool.....

Proud mom and Athena runner. Kara (and Jman)

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Irish Runner77

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9. Nov 1, 2008 9:26 PM

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Re: Who's In For Richmond??

A good friend of mine used to work at a place called Longstreets, I think it was in Petersburg, but I'm not sure if they would serve anything we want before an event. I've never been there.

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Kbear74

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10. Nov 2, 2008 2:33 PM

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I know. I haven't been, but I do know it was recently visited by one of the presidental canidates.........considering the demographics of Petersburg, I wasn't surprised. I hear the food is pretty good.

Proud mom and Athena runner. Kara (and Jman)

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x_39_and_holding_x

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11. Nov 3, 2008 4:46 AM

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Re: Who's In For Richmond??

F' it. I'm in. Full marathon.

Obsessed with running and racing. It's all about the bling, baby! Suck it up and RUN!

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FormerBAM

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12. Nov 3, 2008 5:23 AM

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x_39_and_holding_x wrote:

F' it. I'm in. Full marathon.

Now, there's a shocker...

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x_39_and_holding_x

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13. Nov 3, 2008 5:51 AM

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Re: Who's In For Richmond??

I didn't have any other plans that day. . .

Obsessed with running and racing. It's all about the bling, baby! Suck it up and RUN!

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Irish Runner77

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14. Nov 3, 2008 5:57 AM

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x_39_and_holding_x wrote:

I didn't have any other plans that day. . .

And this is different from any other day how?

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