I'm running the Mid-Winter Classic.  Last year's race was rescheduled because we got dumped with a lot of snow during the original race date.  The rescheduled date wasn't much better either as it snowed/rained during the race.  However, it was still a fun race.  The way this winter's going, I think road condition will be ideal for winter racing.

TriatheleteX, I ran the Sugarloaf Marathon last year and it was my first.  The course is advertised as a really fast course (and I see the potential), but during race day, the course end up being a bit challenging to me as you're either going uphill or downhill.  I was on pace for a 3:30 finish, but end up hitting the wall at mile 18 and had to walk in the last 3 miles.  Anyhow, I ran 2 marathons last year and I told myself that I was going to take a break from the training/running of marathons, so I was just thinking about doing the 15K.  However, knowing myself, I may end up changing my mind and run the full instead.  Either way, I'll see you at the 10-mile race and possibly at Sugarloaf (full).

k.. how is everyone doing with the cold here in  maine?  i usually run inside in the gym on the treadmill when it is this cold...

I was running outside in the late fall, but the darkness and cold temps got the best of me (almost got hit by cars several times) so I finally broke down and joined a local fitness center.  I never thought I could enjoy running on a treadmill, but must say that I have actually learned to appreciate it more than anything not so much enjoy.  It is nice not to have to worry about the weather or the darkness and I really like being warm, and safe.  The bad part for me has been the fact that I have been training for the Disney World Marathon and running my long runs on a treadmill really took some getting used to.  But I did it and actually completed three in excess of 20 miles (a 24, 26 & a 28 miler)! 

I fly out tonight for Florida and look forward to a projected 40+ degree start at 6:00 Sunday morning with temps rising to the 70's. I am hoping to qualify for the Boston Marathon with a time of 3:30.

It's nice to see and hear from some other Mainers. Stay safe and Keep Warm!


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"Keep on Running"

Bob

hey.. can't wait to hear about the marathon..

mid winter classic training is going ok. but actually.. that is just sort of a training run for me.. 4 weeks later i am running the hyannis half and i am thinking of doing the whole tri state series that maine track club is a part of...

The Mary Walk/Kerryman's Pub race in Saco is a good one.  I would've ran in that race last year, but had just run the MA Law Enforcement 1/2 Marathon the week before and the rescheduled Mid-winter Classic the week before that, so I opted to do the walk instead.

CG, have you signed up for the Big Lake 1/2 Mary already?  Do you know whether the race is full already or not?  I too thought and want to do the tri-state 1/2 Mary series, but I had a tough time logging onto the Big Lake site, especially the sign-up link.  I'm not sure if that was because the race is full or whether its my computer.

CG, no I haven't sign up for the Hyannis half yet.  I signed up and ran the Dublin Marathon last year w/TNT and Big Lake half is one of their event in NH, so although I wasn't going to pledge money for TNT, I had wanted to run that race to meet up with the coaches, etc.  In addition to the Big Lake, I was thinking about doing the Maine Marathon this fall, so that would be 2 out of the 3.  However, the Tri-State series are 3 half marathons, so I'm not sure if I run the full in Maine and would still still qualify as a participant in all 3 races of the series.  I really don't know what's holding me up in signing up for the Hyannis half, but I'll come to a decision soon and hopefully my decision will put me out on the course.