Keep it Rolling!

There were some great results in Boston with several members re-qualifying for Boston in Boston - additionally, there were some struggles with the warmer weather and challenges of the course.  - All in all - being part of the Boston Marathon Tradition carries the day!  Nice work to all!  - They had quite a crew at Cheers prior to the event!

What a great crew at the Boston Marathon! 

Here's a few of things coming up the next few days!

• Saturday 7:15am - The marathon training long runs continue from the RAC.  Bring $1 to support the aid stations provided along the way.  The route has 16.2 Mile or 8'ish miles depending if you're training for a full or half.  You can see the route here http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6846992
• There is a small group meeting at the RAC at 6am to preload. 
• Saturday 8am - If you're seeking a trail run, the 507 Running Crew is heading to Oxbow park near Byron.  This is a great park to run! - All are welcome, any pace.   https://www.facebook.com/events/491150514423213/
• Sunday 8am - Off Season Striders are heading to the Peoples Food Co-op.  This puts us in a nice city center run!  Join for the run or walk, and stay for the social! http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Upcoming-RTC-Races---OSS-Weekend-group-run.html?soid=1110675264877&aid=xHQe40nFZ5g
• Sunday 8:30am - Another trail run opportunity with the 507 Running group.  You do not need to be a member, just join the fun!  https://www.facebook.com/events/593443554170369/
• Monday 6pm - Monday Maniacs are gathering at Beetles Bar & Grill in Rochester.  This location gives us a wonderful opportunity to head in many directions, but they all lead back to the bar! - weather permitting.. Patio! 
• Tuesday 6:15pm - The Tuesday Trail Crew is running at Bill Barnacle! - this is a nice hideaway you'll want to visit.  
• We'll do the out and back along the old stagecoach trail at Bill Barnacle woodlands. Wear shoes you don't mind getting a little damp. 
• Meet at the Marion BP gas station. That's on Highway 52 SOUTH of I-90 right near the KOA campground. Go south out of Rochester on 52 and you can't miss it. It will be on your right.
• Wednesday 6pm - Speedwork on the track in Byron.  This should be on your list of things to do if you want to get faster at any distance!  - We turn on the stadium sounds system and away we go! - As with all group runs, all paces are welcome - challenge yourself! 
• Thursday 6pm - Billotti's got their liquor license back, and after a tough road for them, let's show them some love and walk and run from their location!  - we can easily get onto the cascade trail from there and enjoy another nice evening together! 

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Upcoming races.... 

• Color Me Now on April 30th! This Color Run is hosted by Team R.E.D. and is a fundraiser for the Byron Community Foundation.  Please see the following link to register - and note, there is family pricing... you can have as many as 6-immediate family members i.e. mom, dad, son(s), daughters(s) register at a highly reduced rate!   

• You can register for the 5K or 1 Mile at https://raceroster.com/events/2016/8140/color-me-now-runwalk
• You can volunteer for the Color Me Now! by dropping me an email at byron.teamred@gmail.com 
• Rochester Track Club Spring Classic is set for April 30th! - This race is benefiting Rochester A Better Chance and offers a 15K, 5K and Kids 1 Mile
• Rockin' Robin Run  May 7th - 5K, 10K and Half Marathon is ready to rock! This event is hosted by our friends at Triton Events and registration is open.  It's going to be a heck of a post race with multiple bands performing!   
• You can register for any of the races at http://returnoftherobin.com/all-events#n2
• Med City Marathon always comes through strong! - Join the events on Memorial Day weekend!  Run or volunteer first.. then join the Team R.E.D. Post Race party where we'll have Free Beer and two bands! - Live music from 8am to 2pm!   
• You can register at http://www.medcitymarathon.com/
• Chester Woods Mason Run!  Team R.E.D. is hosting this fantastic trail race!  - Join us for the 5K, 10 Mile or 50K!  
• Free Brats, Beer and Live Music at the finish line!
• You can register now at https://raceroster.com/events/2016/7570/chester-woods-trail-races - price increases on May 1st. 
• If yo'd like to volunteer for the Chester Woods Mason Run - you can drop me an email at byron.teamred@gmail.com 
• Beer Mile is now set!  Join us on July 14th!  Right now O'Leary is the favorite to win , as I'm the only one registered!  You can register at https://raceroster.com/events/2016/8947/beer-mile