Friday, November 9, 2007

 

A Virtual Race for Running Blogging Friends

A plan has been hatched. Vickie and I were saying we needed a race in the near future. There is none, you say? Let's make our own. We are putting together a virtual race for Dec 8th (let's just say anywhere between the 7th and 9th -- see how accomodating these race directors are?!). Run 8miles on the 8th with all of your closest blogger friends.

Let us know if you are in. We will keep track of everyone who runs and times, and also hope that you will even write race reports. I doubt there will be tshirts unless anyone has a brilliant idea. We might come up with some ideas for prizes. Suggestions welcome.

Hope you can join us!!

# posted by Non-Runner Nancy @ 5:46 PM
Comments:
It just so happens for all Iowa BRFs there is a great race on this very day. I am running the All9yards Sycamore 8 out at Maffitt's Reservoir. (http://www.all9yards.com/sycamore8) It's my first year for doing this race, but I hear good things. So while it may be a virtual race for some, it does not need to be for all. :-)
# posted by Blogger Kent : November 9, 2007 6:08 PM
 
I'm so in if my hip heals up! You better hope it doesn't :-P

*Starts doing PT exercises with GUSTO*
# posted by Blogger Doug : November 9, 2007 6:13 PM
 
That's an excellent suggestion! I'm in. I'll even put it in my race calendar! Thanks, guys!
# posted by Blogger Jess : November 9, 2007 6:28 PM
 
Sweet!! I'll totally do it as long as their is no snow on the ground :P
# posted by Blogger Marcy : November 9, 2007 6:29 PM
 
Cool.. I am totally in!
# posted by Blogger akshaye : November 9, 2007 7:44 PM
 
OK, I'm in -- 8 miles on the 8th. Can we use Amy's runner's handicap to report our times? :)

Bob
# posted by Blogger Shilingi-Moja : November 9, 2007 7:46 PM
 
I am slated for 9 miles on the 8th... so count me in and I'll clock myself for 8, then keep going for one more.

Great idea.
# posted by Blogger Moral Victories : November 9, 2007 8:26 PM
 
I'm in! Just let me know the details. A very cool idea.

BTW, my boys loved the spiders. ;-) You didn't have to do it...but I'm still glad that you did.
# posted by Blogger Chad in the Arizona Desert : November 9, 2007 8:28 PM
 
I'm not sure I can do that much mileage at that point...but it's a fabulous idea!

Cranky
# posted by Blogger Crabby : November 9, 2007 8:41 PM
 
What a creative idea!
Could be icy here, though.
The Reindeer Run in Mpls is on December 1... Too bad it isn't a week later. We will see what we can plan.
# posted by Blogger Sunshine : November 9, 2007 9:03 PM
 
Sounds great Nancy...as long as there's no ice here...i'm in!
# posted by Blogger The Laminator : November 9, 2007 9:09 PM
 
Sounds like a great plan Nancy! I didn't know there was a race around here on that day - wanna' go?

And yes, I think we should be able to use a handicap of some kind. Especially if it is crappy outside or we are forced to do it on a treadmill.
# posted by Blogger amy@runnerslounge.com : November 9, 2007 10:31 PM
 
One more thought..I like the way POM and Database Diva set up the Lounge Group and the "stats" forum - its a great way to see how everyone is doing. It might work for this run too.
# posted by Blogger amy@runnerslounge.com : November 9, 2007 10:43 PM
 
Count me in. I bet Race Ready could help us with the shirts. Call them and see how affordable a group rate is. Find a printer to donate (or give you a great rate) and add enough to the price of the shirts to cover the postage to send them out.

Of course this is time consuming, and there is a cost involved. How about everyone make their own theme shirt and adds the picture to their race report?
# posted by Blogger Patty : November 10, 2007 6:46 AM
 
i think i'm in.
# posted by Blogger Lisa - Slow & Steady : November 10, 2007 8:19 AM
 
This fits right in with my training plans. Great idea!
# posted by Blogger Debbi : November 10, 2007 9:15 AM
 
I'm in for sure. And I hope we find a way to do Tshirts because really, that's the only reason I do races!
# posted by Blogger Karrie : November 10, 2007 9:34 AM
 
I'm in. I have to do 18 on that day, so maybe I'm in twice.

Cafepress will let you design your own tee for $14 and up.

http://www.cafepress.com/cp/customize/?id=5
# posted by Blogger Pat : November 10, 2007 11:17 AM
 
I am in!
# posted by Blogger Amanda : November 10, 2007 11:22 AM
 
I just found you through Vickie. As I told Vickie, I'm in.
# posted by Blogger Flo : November 10, 2007 11:40 AM
 
i like this idea and in fact i will even take part.
# posted by Blogger scott keeps running : November 10, 2007 3:05 PM
 
Hey! Great Idea! Count me in. (I really want a shirt though! dangit)
# posted by Blogger Mary Gee : November 10, 2007 3:09 PM
 
I am in!! What a fun idea!
# posted by Blogger J~mom : November 10, 2007 3:19 PM
 
I'm running the Dallas Marathon on the 9th so if that counts - I'm in!
# posted by Blogger Jamie : November 10, 2007 5:23 PM
 
Thanks for the visit.
Re: your question... way up in the NW part of the state. But I enjoy reading your blog because it seems like a connection.

In answer to Jamie's question ... the Dallas Marathon ought to count?!
Good luck, everybody.
# posted by Blogger Sunshine : November 10, 2007 5:48 PM
 
Count me in !!! Whether it rain, shine, snow, sleet, hail...whatever BRING IT ON BABY! I am ready on the 8th of Dec.
# posted by Blogger Ted : November 10, 2007 6:34 PM
 
Love it! I'm definitely in!!
# posted by Blogger L*I*S*A : November 10, 2007 7:15 PM
 
Aww man. I would love to do it, but I don't think I'll be up to 8mi by then. So far, the most I've run is 4mi. I'll probably be up to 6mi or so by then.
# posted by Blogger Christie : November 10, 2007 7:38 PM
 
I'll probably decide today if I'm doing a full or half marathon the week before...either way I'm sure I can muster another 8 the following week, so you should probably count me in. being sick and insane like that.
# posted by Blogger ws : November 11, 2007 3:02 AM
 
I'm on it like a bad rash. Just sign me up for the 10 mile group.
# posted by Blogger sRod : November 11, 2007 7:32 AM
 
I think I might be in!
# posted by Blogger teacherwoman : November 11, 2007 8:24 AM
 
I love virtual races. I run two or three every year. For instance, every September 11th I run a 3K "race" around the Jefferson Memorial Tidal Basin, starting at 9:43 am if it's a weekend or at noon on a workday, counting slowly to 184 as I go (184 victims at the nearby Pentagon).
# posted by Blogger peter : November 11, 2007 8:41 AM
 
count me in! whether i do 8 on the 8th or the 9th though remains to be seen - waiting for next installment on my schedule. this is such a fun idea!
# posted by Blogger See Zanne Run : November 11, 2007 9:16 AM
 
I'm in! I'll be sure to include my MapMyRun certified course for authenticity too!
# posted by Blogger nwgdc : November 11, 2007 3:22 PM
 
It's ON! Anyone else in KC want to run it? If there are no shirts, we'll at least have donuts.

Topher
www.illrunfordonuts.blogspot.com
# posted by Blogger Topher : November 11, 2007 6:55 PM
 
I am SO in! What a fabulous idea. 8 miles will be my longest run yet. I am glad I have a few weeks to work up to it.
# posted by Blogger Laura N : November 12, 2007 10:59 AM
 
Ok, I'm in.
# posted by Blogger Christie : November 12, 2007 11:18 AM
 
I'm in - if I can get my distance back by then from my injury situation.
# posted by Blogger P.O.M. : November 12, 2007 11:29 AM
 
Sounds GREAT! What an idea :) I'm in!
# posted by Blogger RunningCrazyAfter3 : November 12, 2007 12:41 PM
 
Nancy, count me in too!
# posted by Blogger Mendy : November 12, 2007 1:00 PM
 
Me too! I love races that don't cost $90!
# posted by Blogger Database Diva : November 12, 2007 1:18 PM
 
Fun! Count me in.
# posted by Blogger Betsy : November 12, 2007 1:23 PM
 
First 8 miles of my marathon are IN :-)
# posted by Blogger Wes : November 12, 2007 1:59 PM
 
Great idea! Not sure what my mileage will be at that time - you should blog about it a couple of days before hand to remind us all.
# posted by Blogger David H. : November 12, 2007 2:40 PM
 
P.S.
I'm totally "down" with a shirt from a virtual race. How fun!!! Have you looked at Running Banana?
# posted by Blogger P.O.M. : November 12, 2007 2:48 PM
 
I'm scheduled for 16 miles that day, so I'll just run TWO virtual races! What fun.
# posted by Blogger Ovens2Betsy : November 12, 2007 3:49 PM
 
Count me in...it's on my calendar now! Great idea!!!
# posted by Blogger Running Ragged : November 12, 2007 4:45 PM
 
Hi Nancy,

I'm a shameless lurker on your blog but if you'll have me, I'll pitch in my two cents... errr... eight miles!
# posted by Blogger Tall Girl Running : November 12, 2007 7:01 PM
 
Looks like I'll have to try for the 9th. I found out yesterday that our church is participating in a Habitat build on 6th-8th and they'll probably start too early on the 8th for me to run 8 miles.
# posted by Blogger Shilingi-Moja : November 12, 2007 7:27 PM
 
COunt me in...I don't think that I will be able to do 8...but maybe a fraction there of!
# posted by Blogger Liz : November 12, 2007 10:28 PM
 
I'm in! I have 15 on my schedule that day. The first 8 are all for you Nancy!
# posted by Blogger Maddy : November 13, 2007 2:40 AM
 
A virtual race - I'm so in! I have 7 miles scheduled that day, but sure, I think I can bump it up to 8!
# posted by Blogger Runner Gal Leana : November 13, 2007 10:14 AM
 
I'm in. I have 10 miles scheduled for the 8th so I'll time the first 8 separate from the last two, or more likely I'll just drop the last two. ;)
# posted by Blogger Vanilla : November 13, 2007 10:34 AM
 
I'm in.
# posted by Blogger Dan Seifring : November 13, 2007 11:41 AM
 
In response to Marcy's public prodding, I'll give this a shot, also. Great idea!
# posted by Blogger David : November 13, 2007 12:35 PM
 
I'm in, too!!! :-)
# posted by Blogger Michelle : November 13, 2007 12:52 PM
 
As long as I don’t have to do 22 on the 22nd, count me in!!!! :)
# posted by Blogger Pokey : November 13, 2007 2:53 PM
 
I am gonna have to say "maybe" ... I run 26.2 on 12/2 - which means that I will be in recovery at this time. If I am itching for a run and feeling good then I am in.
# posted by Blogger lifestudent : November 14, 2007 9:06 PM
 
Nancy, This is a great and fun idea. Count me in and I have some other friends who are excited about it.

Thanks.
# posted by Blogger Tom : November 14, 2007 9:48 PM
 
Ooooo count me in! That sounds like fun!!!
# posted by Blogger Jes : November 15, 2007 3:38 PM
 
Hi Nancy - I'm a lurker on your site, Hope I can join in the fun!
# posted by Blogger our little world : November 15, 2007 3:51 PM
 
I'm in, too, Nancy. I'll have to decide if I'm running the "Canadian" version (8K) or the U.S. version (8 miles or 12.87475K ... definitely not 13 ;-)).

Terrific idea .. it's always great to have a goal.
# posted by Blogger Reluctant Runner : November 16, 2007 11:15 AM
 
I'm in too, but probably on Sunday. Something about being evicted and having to move will take up my Saturday.
# posted by Blogger mbbored : November 16, 2007 1:13 PM
 
Thanks Nancy for the invite, I will complete all 8 at one time this weekend for this virtual race.
# posted by Blogger The One and Only Tigger : December 5, 2007 11:00 AM
 
Thanks for the invite.
# posted by Blogger ShoreTurtle : December 5, 2007 7:53 PM
 
Another runner IN for the 8 on the 8th, though I'll be running on the 9th...

Thanks!
# posted by Blogger Jamie : December 6, 2007 1:19 PM
 
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