Cabot Trail Relay Meeting
A message from triathlon Pete:
See you there,
Peter.
P.S.
This Sunday, March 14th, we will be doing our monthly training run on Kelly's mountain, starting at the gravel pit at 8.45 am.
lunch at the 'Bras D'Or View Restaurant' afterwards.
2010 racing season kicks of with a bang!!!
A note from Bighead,
Hi Athletes,
CM
A request for volunteers
from: Gordon Warnica
Hello,
Would the Cape Breton Road runners be willing to give a couple of
bodies to help out at the relay?
The reason this is coming out is that when we originally started this event
20+ years ago it was with the idea that sooner rather than later, some Cape
Bretoners would come forward to do the actual race day management of the
event. .
I think with 3 or 4 new Cape Breton Road Runners each year for 3 or 4 years,
it would be possible to get some new blood in here.
The race has been laid out such that one can run and help at the finish line
so no one should feel that they can't run if they help with the finish line.
I know that RNS would give all the help and equipment needed to continue
this most fantastic of events and continue to showcase Cape Breton and Nova
Scotia
Thanks
Gordon
The next Kelly's MOUNTAIN RUN will be Sunday, Feb. 14 (Valentines optional). Snow date Feb. 21.
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> Start at Seal Island campground at 8:45am. Brunch at the Bras d'Or View afterwards.
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> Peter
BAILLE ARD TRAIL EVENT:
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Cabot Trail Relay training Run
Club president ,'Peter Hanna', AKA, triathlon Pete!!! has a message for all you folks in training for the Cabot Trail Relay or anything else
related to getting your heart rate cranked up to its max!!!!
Peter wrote,
Start time is 8.45 am, Sunday morning. We will be leaving from the gravel pit at the bottom of Kellys.
See on Sunday,"
Peter.
"... nothing like a good jog up old Kellys first thing Sunday morning to start your day off on the right foot, or perhaps the left foot!!"
Have fun folks.
An invitation from Cindy Hynes
The 5 Mile Slush Run will take place on Saturday, March 6th starting at 10:00am at the
The Cape Breton Post
On
behalf of the Baille Ard Recreation Association, I applaud Mayor John
Morgan and the Cape Breton regional council for their formal request to
the provincial government that the Baille Ard Nature Trails in Sydney
be designated a provincial park.
Likewise, we express many thanks to MLA Gordie Gosse for his sincere
efforts to promote this concept with his colleagues in the provincial
cabinet.
We believe that this is the best way to ensure the long-term viability
of the trails. Provincial parks are developed according to established
guidelines and also have access to professionally trained personnel and
enhanced resources.
Very importantly, as a provincial park Baille Ard would be protected
from the possibility that decision-makers in the future might succumb
to the temptation to develop the land for housing or for commercial
purposes.
This initiative will create an easily accessible provincial park in the
heart of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality. It is jointly sponsored
by CBRM and our MLA, and as such represents a wonderful opportunity for
the provincial government to respond to the wishes of our community to
make CBRM a healthier and more appealing place to live.
The Baille Ard Recreation Association has acted for the last 15 years
as the steward of this parkland. We have partnered with ACAP,
non-government funders, CBRM and the provincial and federal governments
to develop and maintain the park. We are very interested in continuing
this involvement, with possibly more of a focus on the recreational and
educational possibilities of the park.
David Gabriel
Sydney
president, Baille Ard Recreation Association
MARATHON TRAINING FOR 2010
The Lydiard Way.
Here is an excellent article on the training philosophy of Arthur Lydiard.
http://runningtimes.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=18121
Members of Team Coxheath will be focusing on Lydiards' style of training throughout the winter and spring of 2010.
However, we'll be using a more vogue interpretation of Lydiard's methods.
For an in depth overview of 'Training the Lydiard Way' a' la "Heart Rate Monitor" please go to
Hadd's Approach to Distance Training .
If you have any questions about the Lydiard method and in particular, "Hadd's Approach', drop me a line at loc.mckin@ns.sympatico.ca
NEWS FROM 2009
Local runners heading to Ontario and New Brunswick
Steve Van Nostrand and his better half, Catherine, will both be running in the Goodlife Fitness Toronto Marathon set to go Oct. 18th.. Also running in the marathon is Team Coxheath member, Florence AKA ( Flo Jo) Gillis. Florence is looking to get her Boston qualifying time. But rumour has it that Florence and Catherine ( who just happen to be cousins) are really looking forward to doing some marathon shopping!!!! Way to go girls... Xmas is not far off.
Team Coxheath member John MacKinnon, Ken's much older brother!!! is planning on running a sub 1:30 half marathon and by the looks of things it will be a piece of cake!!!!
Hope you all have a ball in T.O.
Running in the Monton Legs for Literacy Marathon Oct. 25th.will be Team Coxheath members Terry Morris, workhorse # 1, and Eric Deveaux, workhorse #2 .
Terry would like to run under 3 hours,as he was 3:02 and change at the Fiddlers, and Eric is hoping to get his Boston time as he missed it by about 4 minutes at the Fiddlers marathon.
Danielle Cote, from the Bay bye, a new member to "Team Coxheath" will be representing the ladies at the Moncton Marathon .Danielle is determined to get her Boston qualifying time.
And last but not least, Allan MacKenzie " Mr. Garmin" and Chris Milburn "Bighead" will be duking it out for bragging rights in the half marathon. "Big head" ran a strong 1:21:35 at the Fiddlers... both of these guys are capable of running a sub 1:20 if they have a good day.... sooooo.....it should be an interesting race.
Hope a Caper wins!!!!
Best of luck to all and have some fun!!!
Coxheath runner Allan MacKenzie (representing Team Coxheath) wins Fiddlers Run
The Cape Breton Post
SYDNEY — Allan MacKenzie of Coxheath led a field of 33 runners to win the Cape Breton Fiddlers Run marathon in Sydney, Sunday in a time of two hours, 51 minutes and 34 seconds.
“The weather was perfect and I
felt great right from the start,” said
MacKenzie, who knocked about five minutes off his previous personal
best marathon time in Sunday’s race.
“I was just hoping that I wasn’t
going to lose my stamina, and I never
did. I ran the same pace pretty well the whole race. The last three
weeks before I hit my two-week taper, I upped the mileage to between 70
and 80 miles a week and I think that was definitely what did it for me.”
Eric Power of Sydney was hot on
MacKenzie’s heels, placing second
overall with a time of 2:53:46, while Terry Morris of North Sydney took
the No. 3 spot in 3:02:49.
The top-three women to complete
the 42 km marathon distance were Hazel
Caldwell of Middle Stewiacke, N.S., in 3:08:48, Erin Pyke of Sydney in
3:31:50, and Tawnya MacNeil of Truro Heights in 3:33:41.
The 109 half-marathoners were also
led by a local runner, Chris
Milburn, in a blistering 1:21:35. Daniel Murray of Dingwall took the
No. 2 spot in the 21 km half-marathon in 1:24:11 and Ryan Kemp of
Beaverbank, N.S., placed third in 1:27:16.
The female runners participating
in the ‘half’ were paced by Rasa
Beaton-Augaitis of Toronto in 1:27:23, Lyse Leblanc of Terre Noire in
1:41:45, and Stacey Northgrave of Sydney in 1:43:07.
The 10 km race, the most popular
Fiddlers Run event with 137 runners
and 12 walkers, was won by Dean Abbass of East Bay in 39:09, followed
closely by Jared McIsaac of Halifax in 39:46 and Glenn Basso of New
Waterford in 39:59.
A pair of Sydney women were No. 1
and No. 2 among the females in the 10
km run, Julia Thomas in 42:15 and Shelley Porter in 42:38, while Laura
Smith of Stratford, P.E.I., was the third-fastest woman in 43:13.
The 5 km race also attracted a
healthy field, of 132 runners and six
walkers, with the top-three spots going to Sandy Muir of Sydney in
20:05, Angus MacDonald of Trenton, N.S. in 20:19, and Devin Kirton of
Sydney in 20:58.
Jean Gillis of Grand Mira led the
female runners in the 5 km race with
a time of 24:05, followed by Sydney residents Rachyl MacPhail and Kara
Mackinnon, in times of 24:15 and 24:22 respectively.
And the quartet of Kilya Macneil,
Garry Macdonald, Jonah Hudec and
Mariah Hudec were first among five teams in the Fiddlers Run’s first
half-marathon, in a time of 1:54:29.
The Cape Breton Regional
Municipality’s active transportation committee
received the Lydia Dickson Inspiration Award, named for the late
founder of the Fiddlers Run and awarded annually to those who have
shown leadership in promoting a healthy and active community.
For full Fiddlers Run results, visit
www.atlanticchip.ca and follow
the links to the Cape Breton Fiddlers Run.
FIDDLERS RACE WEEKEND IS HERE!!!!
5th Annual Cape Breton Fiddlers Run
The Cape Breton Fiddlers Run was established by the late Lydia Dickson in 2004. Since then, runners and walkers from across from Canada and beyond have come to take part in the 5km, 10km, half marathon, team-relay and Boston qualifying full marathon.
With a mission to promote physical fitness and healthy living locally, the Fiddlers Run is more than just a race. The Fiddlers Run encourages people of all ages to live healthier through Learn to Run clinics that take place all year round, the Doctors’ Nova Scotia Youth Run and the many volunteers, sponsors and community partnerships that support the event.
Well folks, registration is now open for the Fiddlers Race Weekend. The new and improved website is up and running!!!! If you want to have a peek please go HERE!!!!.
JOHNNY MILES FESTIVAL 2009
Was informed by Doug Ivey of the Johnny Miles Festival committee that they have a website loaded with all kinds of fun information.
Check it out @ johnnymilesfestival.com
WILLIAM HUNTER MEMORIAL 5 MILE ROAD RACE
Peter
A NOTE FROM SHAUN SHEA WHO HAPPENS TO BE SPENDING SOME TIME ON THE ROCK
Greetings
from Newfoundland!
I’m
involved with a local committee co-ordinating a relay race starting at
a lighthouse in Cape Anguille, Codroy Valley and finishing at a small
fishing village called Rose Blanche on the South Coast. There are
11 legs ranging in length from approx 11k to 16k. The race teams
are mainly from Newfoundland however there is good future potential for
the race to attract teams from outside the area because of the scenery,
interesting culture and friendliness of the people. The race date
is August 8th, 2009 and the website for details is www.racetothesea.codroyvalleycu.com
Teams
consisting of 9 to 11 runners are welcome and individual runners may be
able to register on existing teams.
Shaun
MARATHON SCENE ON THE CAPE
FREDERICTON MARATHON RESULTS
Hats off to the hardworking, "soon to be married" Allan MacKenzie, one of the founding members of "Team Coxheath".
Yes folks, Allan , AKA. Mr. Garmin himself, finally broke the three hour barrier!! And he did it in fine fashion.Allan ran an impressive 2:56:53, good enough for 4th place overall and 1st in his division. I guess all those hard 10 milers around the lake are finally paying off. Allan informed me that he had to get a good marathon in early this year as when he gets married (August 1st, 2009), his soon to be better half " Lisa" will be calling the shots and he won't have time to be doing the loop as he'll be busy with housecleaning ,doing the laundry, grocery shopping and perparing supper for Lisa !!!!
Making the trip to New Brunswick with Allan was Eric Deveaux running a 3:48:26 . Eric placed 11th out of 21 in his age category,, he hopes to train all summer and run the "Fiddlers Marathon" in September with intentions of getting his qualifying time for Boston. Way to go boys!!
BOSTON MARATHON RESULTS
Cape Breton was well represented at this years Boston Marathon.
It was really nice to see numerous running families taking part in the Boston experience.
Kudos to running team of CatherineVan Nostrand and her husband Steven.
Catherine got her qualifying time last spring at the Ottawa Marathon. She and Steve trained all winter together and ran the marathon together, finishing in a solid 3:49:58.That is really coooollllll!!!
Running brothers Ken and John MacKinnon also made the trek to Boston, with the very competitive older brother coming a little ahead of Ken in a time of 3:16:29.Ken ran a comfortable 3:19:26.An impressive time considering Ken had just recovered from a bout of pneumonia a couple of weeks before the race.
And last but not least, D'arcy MacIntyre experienced Boston for the first time along side his brother Scott, running the classic distance in a time of 3:49.57.
Way to folks, a family that runs together stays fit together!!!!
Other Capers running in this years Boston were: Dennis Gillis 5:54:53, John Astephen 4:05:10, Ray Oake
4:04:29, Doug Carter 3:41:56, Evan MacLeod 3:28:30,Terry Morris 3:09:17, and Lauchie McKinnon 3:05:25.
That's it for another year folks,sooooooo, who is going to Boston in 2010?
Rumour has it that Carol Dakai will make the trek along with Karen MacDonald, Florence Gillis, George Jessen maybe, and the workhorse Terry Morris, will be going.
If you want to take your marathon training to the next level there will be a training program presented by the YMCA in partnership with the Fiddlers Marathon race committee.Starting up in early June.
If you are interested in the details send an email to: loc.mckin@ns.sympatico.ca,cdakai@eastlink.ca,tom.mcneil@na.symaptico.ca.
Don't forget about the Fiddlers Marathon, a flat and fast Boston qualifier!!!!
STATION TO STATION 5 MILER
The Belmac Station to Station 5 Mile Road Race will be this Sat. May 2nd.
Registration @ 9am. Start time 10 am.. @ the South Bar Fire Hall. This is the warm up run for the Cabot Trail Relay...
hope to see you there Peter
CHIRUNNING WORKSHOP
ChiRunning
Workshop, Sydney,
Nova Scotia.
Date
- Saturday 2 May 2009.
Time
– 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Please arrive a little early
Location
– South End Community
Centre, 28 Hillview Street, Sydney,
Nova Scotia.
Hosts -
John Kent and Hyongok Cho Certified
ChiRunning Instructors.
What to
Expect –
We
will cover the complete Chi running technique.
The
workshop is not a high energy event as we concentrate on technique,
there is very little running.
The
plan is to hold the workshop outside, it is Canada and it’s May. The current weather forecast
calls for
18 degrees and showers,we will make the call as to how much time
we
spend inside on the day. If we hold the complete workshop inside,
afterwards we
will have an optional short run outside.
Please bring appropriate clothing.
Note
please ensure the shoes you wear inside are clean as we are using a
martial
arts facility.
No
need to take notes as we will give you a handout of all we cover.
A
light snack will be provided.
Contact Us -
Prior
to 1 May 514-487 -4359
1
May on cell 514-892-4389
Email
Kent-cho@sympatico.ca
Web
WWW.Stillrunning.ca
How to get
there –
See
link
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?addressInput=28+Hillview+Street%2C+Sydney%2C+NS+Canada
Just received a headsup from "Bighead"
Tuesday evening runs will
change from the Kiwanis Pool to the track at Atlantic St. field. We will
start warming up at 6:45 PM.
Interval running is
designed to improve your speed over longer distances by breaking the
distance up into smaller, more manageable units. See http://erunningtips.com/interval-running.htm
for some information.
This workout will be
every week from now until later in the fall. The workouts are
free, and open to anyone who is looking to improve their speed in
running. All levels of runners are welcome.
Hope to see you
there. Any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Bighead
Chris Milburn
43 Rigby Road
Sydney, N.S. B1P 4T4
902-539-6852
email: chris.milburn@ns.sympatico.ca
FIDDLERS RUN UPDATE
Change Dates for 2009
The
This year, the Fiddlers Run will be
held on Sunday, September 20; while the Youth Run will be held on
Sunday, June
14.
The
This is the 5th
Anniversary of the
I am sorry for the delay, but we finally got everything in place to have our next meeting.This meeting is to pick legs for
the "Cabot Trail Relay".
This year, we will be putting 2 teams on the board to pick from.
The 3rd team, will be our competitive team. If you are interested in being on this team, you can let us know and
the fastest 17 will be selected. If there are any questions feel free to contact me or wait until the meeting.
Time for the meeting is next Tues. March 31st at 6.15 pm @ Brookland Elementary.
See you there,
Peter
The results for the Fracophone Week Run are posted.
Kudos to Allan MacKenzie and Shelly Porter for grabbing top spot in their respective categories. For a look at the results you may
go here.
Francophone Week Run 5 K
2009 RACE SCHEDULE IS NOW COMPLETE
The "Louisbourg Slush Run" is set to go Saturday, March 7th @ 10:00am. For further information and the"RESULTS" of this years race please go here.
C.B.ROADRUNNERS DO WELL AT HYPOTHERMIC HALF 2009
The hypothermic half lived up to its name this year. On a chilly Sunday morning over 315 runners slipped and slid their way along the 13.1 mile course.
Runners from the Cape did quite well with Chris "Big Head" Milburn leading the way for the Cape with a second place finish. Allan MacKenzie of (Team Coxheath) wasn't far behind capturing 3rd place followed by training partners Terry Morris in fourth, Lauchie McKinnon in fifth and John MacKinnon in 7th. Other team members making the trip were, Nick Burke, John Astephen and George Jessen.
Shelly Porter, Debbie Howie and Francis MacIssac were also in attendance.
Can't forget the Gillis brothers, Ron and Denise. Good to see the boys geting back in the grove.
I hear Denise will be running in the Boston marathon this spring... nice to see!!!
A good time was had by all.
For a complete look at the race results click here.
RACE SCHEDULE IN THE WORKS
AN UPDATE ROM CLUB PRESIDENT JOHN MAC DONALD CONCERNING TIMELINE FOR RACE SCHEDULE.
We met on Saturday afternoon
Peter has been coordinating this. Fiddlers are meeting tomorrow night and once they are finalized the schedule will be finalized. Hopefully he will have something for you by the end of the week.
John
CABOT TRAIL RELAT UPDATE
A note from triathlon Pete
We have high hopes that around the middle of March the 3rd team will get in.
As for now there will be a meeting on Feb. 16th to collect the remainder of the reg. cost.
Time for this meeting, 7pm Monday Feb. 16th.
Place, Kiwanis pool, up stairs in the Kiwanis room.
If for some reason you can not attend, let me know.
Peter
NEW YEARS DAY "RESOLUTION RUN"
A note from Chris Milburn, AKA. Bighead.
Hello Everyone
Please pass this on to your runner/walker friends, or your friends who you hope will soon be runners/walkers. We had a good turnout last year, and are hoping for even better this year. This is a great way to start 2009 on the right foot, in an active and healthy way. It’s too easy over the holidays to overeat and be inactive, so come on out and join us.
We are going to hold a
5K/13K fun run on Jan 1st starting in front of the YMCA on Charlotte St. Route maps at:
http://www.openrunner.com/index.php?id=187691
for 5K route
http://www.openrunner.com/index.php?id=187697 for 13K route
Run
start time this year is 2:30 PM. This is to
accommodate those folks who are doing the Polar Bear Swim, the hung
over, and poor fools like me who have to work at 6AM. Please try
to arrive at least 5-10 minutes early.
This run is casual. No timing, no water stops, no traffic control – just a good run with friends. Last year we had all ifferent speeds, so don’t feel as though you’re “too slow” to come.
We’ll do it rain or shine. For those who are interested, we will go as a group for coffee afterwards.
Any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. Looking forward to seeing you all there…
-CM
Chris Milburn
CHI RUNNING
A note from marathon runner, Carol Dakai.
"This is a great idea folks, I for one will be participating in the workshop!!"
Chi Running Workshop UPDATE:
If enough people commit, the Chi Running work shop
will be held on May 2nd.
The price for a half day workshop is
$125 per person and the price for personal instruction is
$70 per hour.
There will be an end of year social at the Bonny Prince Beverage Room on Wednesday, the 26th of November at 6:30.
We have reserved the side room for this occasion.
John MacDonald
CAPE BRETON ROADRUNNERS MEETING
Cape Breton Roadrunners Meeting November 19, at 6:30 at Brookland School, Cottage Road Sydney.
Several items to be discussed are Cabot Trail Relay, year end social, and support for the Fiddler's Marathon and Youth Run.
There is a $1500 deposit for Cabot Trail relay ($500 x 3) that must be paid by December 3 so we are seeking a $20 deposit from those signing up to cover this immediate expense.
John MacDonald
LOCAL TRIATHLETES DO WELL IN FLORIDA IRONMAN
Multisports athletes Peter Hanna and training partner Donald MacIntyre made us all proud with a strong showing at this weekends Florida Ironman.
Peter, (67 yrs old), made it to the podium with a 2nd place finish in his age category with a total time of 13:28:20. He improved on his last Ironman time by 1hr. 15 mins.
Needless to say he is a very happy camper. Way to go Triathlon Pete!!
In his first attempt at the "Ironman" Donnie MacIntyre,( Team Coxheath member!!) completed his race in a time of 11:22:20 running the marathon segment in 3:27:37. Had a chat with Donnie after the event and now that he knows what to expect ,THE BEST IS YET TO COME!!!
Believe it or not folks, while most people might like to take it easy for a while, Donnie is eager to get home and start training for a PB in the marathon!!!
This guy has energyyyyyyyy!!!!!!
See below for a breakdown of the individual segments of their Triathlon.
PETER HANNA
| BIB | AGE | STATE/COUNTRY | PROFESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 67 | SYDNEY NS CAN | RETIRED |
| SWIM | BIKE | RUN | OVERALL | RANK | DIV.POS. |
| 1:36:20 | 7:05:14 | 4:27:39 | 13:28:20 | 1614 of 2268 | 2 of 13 |
DONALD MACINTYRE
| BIB | AGE | STATE/COUNTRY | PROFESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1187 | 42 | SYDNEY NS CAN | COOK |
| SWIM | BIKE | RUN | OVERALL | RANK | DIV.POS. |
| 1:17:29 | 6:24:47 | 3:27:37 | 11:22:20 | 669 of 2268 | 123 of 378 |
NEW YORK CITY MARATHON UPDATE
John MacKinnon( another Team Coxheath member) just completed the 26.2 classic distance in a time of 3:24:43. This is John's third marathon of the year and his plan was to run New York for a fun...a very respectable time considering he ran the"Valley Harvest" just three weeks earlier in 3:12:50.
Way to go John. Now it is almost time to start thinking about Boston.
Event: The ING New York City Marathon
Runner: John Mackinnon
Latest Results at 01:09:32 PM:
Location Time Pace/mile
5km 0:23:26 7:32
10km 0:46:32 7:29
15km 1:10:44 7:35
20km 1:34:42 7:37
Half-Marathon 1:39:55 7:37
25km 1:58:49 7:38
Mile 16 2:03:38 7:43
Mile 17 2:10:17 7:39
Mile 18 2:18:07 7:40
30km 2:23:09 7:40
Mile 19 2:26:00 7:41
Mile 20 2:34:23 7:43
Mile 21 2:42:22 7:43
35km 2:48:51 7:45
Mile 22 2:50:44 7:45
Mile 23 2:58:51 7:46
Mile 24 3:07:14 7:48
40km 3:14:09 7:48
Mile 25 3:15:21 7:48
Mile 26 3:23:10 7:48
Finish 3:24:43 7:48
All times are unofficial. Times may vary in post race official results.
MARATHON UPDATE
On Oct 12,2008 marathon personal bests were the order of the day not only at the Valley Harvest but at the Chicago marathon as well.
The cool thing is that all these runners train together and fondly refer to themsevles as "Team Coxheath"
.
Leading the way for the team was Mr. Gadget himself, Allan MacKenzie. Allan ran an excellent time of 3:00:18 over a very hilly course to win his age category and place 7th overall. Close on Allan's heels was the workhorse himself "Terry Morris." In only his second marathon, Terry ran a solid 3:01:10...29 minutes faster than his first marathon time. Terry grabbed second place in the senior master division and was 8th overall. Mike Green of Newfoundland won the senior masters so Terry was the top Nova Scotian in his division.
Shane MacRae, "a founding member of T.C." ran a P.B.of 3:05:08 good enough for 11th place.
In 18th spot was John MacKinnon who just keeps chipping away at his marathon times. John was very happy with his 3:12:50. Less than a minute behind, his brother Ken came across the finish line with a 3:13:31.
Five personal bests, all in the top 20, out of 147 participants.
Jeanne Rahey, a newcomer to marathoning, ran a very impressive 4:06:21,while her husband, Mike who battled a series of muscle cramps during the latter stages of the race held on to finish the run in a time of 5:06:23.
Team members Karen MacDoanld and George Jessen competed in the Half Marathon.
Karen ran a very comfortable 1:40:58 good enough for 3rd place in the ladies Senior division, and last but not least George Jessen ran a 1:47:40.
Running in Chicago,with approximately 45,000 entrants, Team Coxheath member, Carol Dakai, ran a personal best with a time of 3:25:07.
From what I gather it was a hotttt dayyyyy with temps in the low 80's.I'll bet my new racing flats that when Carol runs another marathon it will be close to 3:15:00!!!! Carol placed 1644 overall, was the 220th female to finish and was 29th in her age division!!!WOWWWWW!!
Carol was also involved in a fund raiser as well. Have a look.....http://www.firstgiving.com/caroldakai
Also making the trip to Chicago were sisters Renne MacDonald and Catherine Howley. The girls ran the marathon together and came in with a time of 4:10:59.
Sooooo, who will be making the trip to Boston this year????
The Cape Breton Running Scene.
A MESSAGE FROM GEORGE JESSEN CONCERNING THE FIDDLERS RACE WEEKEND
We have started our recruiting drive for course marshals for the
Fiddlers.
We need 20 marshals for Oct 25, for the youth run and
30 marshals for Sunday Oct 26.
In addition we need 3 people who will patrol the course on Sunday to
provide a supervisory presence on the course.
Jennie Dornadic is the volunteer recruiter haldor@syd.eastlink.ca
Please contact Jennie if you can help out with either run.
Thanks
George Jessen
Municipal Ready-Mix Limited
Tel: 902-564-4541 Ext 227
Fax: 902-562-6057
FALL
MARATHON SEASON IS JUST ABOUT HERE!!
A number of our club members are getting ready for
a fall marathon.
Terry, Ken, along with Shane MacRae, Allan MacKenzie,and Lauchie McKinnon will all be heading to the Valley
Harvest Marathon which is set to go on Oct.12th,2008.
John MacKinnon will be running the New York Marathon, billed as the World's largest marathon,set to go Nov.2nd,2008.
Also training with the group is Carol Dakai, Karen MacDonald, and Tiffany Dicks.
Making a guest appearance every now and then are the gals from the Northside, Renee MacDonald and Catherine Howley,who happen to sisters.
Renee, and Catherine, along with Carol Dakai are all heading to the windy city and will run in the Chicago Marathon on Oct.12,2008.
Carol has her sites on a P.B. at Chicago this fall. If her training continues the way that it is going she will have an excellent chance at cracking 3:20:00.
Marathon runner, Donnie MacIntyre, has been focusing on getting ready for an Ironman competition.
Donnie along with Peter Hanna have their sites on "Ironman Florida" which is set to go Nov.1,08.
A MESSAGE FROM CAROL DAKAI
Hello runners,
I am running the Chicago Marathon on October 12, 2008. I have been training for this event for the past 12 weeks but just recently decided to join Team World Vision and raise funds for the water system project in Zambia.
World Vision is a non-profit organization that works with communities to help provide them with the things they need to become self-sustaining. That includes things like clean water, nutritious food, education, medical care, and economic opportunity.
I realize there is not much time left for fund raising – but “something” is better than “nothing”. No donation is too small! Remember, all the proceeds from the marathon fundraising will go directly towards building clean drinking wells in Zambia.
It's super easy to sponsor me online - just click the "Sponsor Me Now" button on my fund raising page at http://www.firstgiving.com/caroldakai. However, if you feel more comfortable, you can give it to me in person at 183 Cartier St., Sydney, NS.
Thanks for your support,
Carol
http://www.firstgiving.com/caroldakai
http://www.worldvision.org/team
LOUISBOURG RACE THROUGH TIME
As usual, race director, Cindy Trimm along with her many devoted volunteers, put on one of the finest races to be found anywhere in Nova Scotia.
The 2008 race had 157 registered participants.For a look at the results, please go here.
ACTION WEEK ROAD RACE A HUGE SUCCESS
A note from "Chris Milburn"
>
> Hi sports folks
>
> Just in case you hadn't heard aleady. The Action Week 5 miler was
> tonight (thursday) from Kiwanis Pool through the Pier and back. It
> was the most competitive race in Sydney in years with 48 runners and 6
> people finishing under 30 minutes for that distance.
>
> Thanks
> Chris,
For a look at the results, please go here.
A MESSAGE FROM PETER HANNA
Sorry I didn't make the race as I was away doing a 1/2 triathlon in Bridgetown with Donnie MacIntyre.We did very well in this event but was impressed with Donnie as he came 11th overall and had the fastest running time with a 1:29:00.
Glen Basso and Kate Howley also participated in the Olympic and the sprint.
The next run this week will be the 5 mile Action Week Race.This will start at the Steelworkers Pensioners Club across from the Kiwanis Pool.Start time 6pm Thursday, cost $10.
There will be a lunch,refreshments,and awards following the Run.Also the first 70 registered will receive a 35th anniversary engraved beer mug.
See you there, Peter.
The Mira Gala 10k Road Race is set to go July 5th at 10am.
Registration at the Marion Bridge Fire Hall.
For further information please contact Cindy Trimm @ 733-2351.
JOHNNY MILES RACE WEEKEND
The Johnny Miles Running Event Weekend
June 14th & 15th 2008, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia.
Weekend Events Include
S.Allen & Sons Disaster Kleenup Marathon
The Advocate Half Marathon
The ProSport / New Balance 10k Classic
The CIBC Wood Gundy 5k FunRun / Race
Empire Theaters 5k Student Challenge (No Registration Fee)
Tim Horton s / Subway Kids FunRun (No Registration Fee)
Neenah Paper Johnny Walk (No Registration Fee)
Sobey s Carbo Loading Social
Michelin Post Race Reception & Awards
Register Today, Only 1200 Paid Spots Available. One of the best values in the sport, Race Kit Includes;
Gatorade Fueling Stations
Chip Timing
Carbo Loading Meal / Social
Continental Breakfast on Race Day
Post Race Boxed Lunch
Official Collectors Hat (# 7 in the Set)
Long Sleeve Dry-Fit Running Shirt
($39.00 Value & Guaranteed Sizing if you Register by May 1st.)
On-Line Down loadable Completion Certificate
Completion Medal
Personalized Race Number
Post Race Massage (Half & Full Marathon Only)
Free Down loadable Finishing Race Photo
Great Draw Prizes Just For Entering
And Much More......
We Pride Ourselves on Being a Runner Friendly Event
No Late Registration Fees, the Fee is Always the Same
No Hassle, Money Back Guarantee Anytime Before June 1, 08
Race Kit Pick-Up Available on Race Day (Sorry, No Race Day Registration)
Walkers Welcomed in All Events
A Well Marked, Flat, Scenic Course
Friendly, Helpful Volunteers. A small town event with a big event feel.
CABOT TRAIL RELAY SCHEDULE
CABOT TRAIL RELAY TEAMS
>> rr 1 Porter Shelley
> rr 2 Hanna Peter
> RR 3 Abbass Dean
> rr 4 Morris Terry
> RR 5 Brufatto Judy
> rr 6 MacKenzie Joe
> rr 7 Macrae Shane
> rr 8 Abbass Jeris
> rr 9 MacIntyre Donnie
> rr 10 Mackenzie Allan
> RR 11 Abbass Devin
> RR 12 Krswda Rick
> rr 13 Burke Nicholas
> rr 14 Courage Cathy
> rr 15 MacMillan David
> rr 16 Hill George
> rr 17 Powers Eric
>> EDDIES EAGLES
>> Eagle 1 MacCormick Rhoda
> Eagle 2 Nash John
> Eagle 3 Gillis Dennis
> Eagle 4 Gabriel Sandra
> Eagle 5 MacLean Doug
> Eagle 6 Sharpe Harvey
> Eagle 7 MacCormick Ron
> Eagle 8 Lively Jack
> Eagle 9 MacDonald John
> Eagle 10 Gallant John
> Eagle 11 Michelle Killam
> Eagle 12 Gillis Ron
> Eagle 13 Boutilier Nolan
> Eagle 14 Mombourquette Wendy
> Eagle 15 Mckeough Jean
> Eagle 16 Camus Tera
> Eagle 17 MacIsaac Francis
COYOTES
coyotes 1 Planetta Jeff
> coyotes 2 Amy Mahoney
> coyotes 3 Gabriel Emily
> coyotes 4 Profit Sheila
> coyotes 5 Gabriel Ruth
> coyotes 6 Carter Patricia
> coyotes 7 Sullivan Jenna
> coyotes 8 Mancheskie Joe
> coyotes 9 Darren Brophy
> coyotes 10 Bown David
> coyotes 11 Parsons Lisa
> coyotes 12 Sellers Meghan
> coyotes 13 Gabriel David
> coyotes 14 Deveaux Eric
> coyotes 15 Morean Randy
> coyotes 16 McGrath Diane/dave
> coyotes 17 Howie Debbie
The Belmac 5-miler set to go (Sat. May 3rd. @ 10am) starts from the firehall in South Bar (head through the Pier on Victoria Road, and continue along the water, it’ll be on your right). The course starts there, heads back in to the Pier to the fire hall there, turns around and back to the start. It is relatively flat, but there are a few little “testers” of hills, and there is often a headwind on the way back.
5 miles (8K) is a great distance for any of you planning to do the Cabot Trail Relay.
For any swimmers – I am going to hop on my bike right after the swim and bike there (about 12Km) if anyone is interested in traveling to the race that way.
On a completely different subject, CONGRATULATIONS to all the Cape Breton runners who went to Boston this year. It’s quite something to be part of such a prestigious race and we are proud of you all: Lauchie MacKinnon, Allan MacKenzie, Eric Power, John MacKinnon, Karen MacDonald, Shane MacRae, Steven Van Nostrand, George Jessen (apologies if I missed anyone).
Come on out and support the Belmac race. A lot of work goes into these races, and they won’t continue to exist unless we show up for them. And remember, last place person gets the biggest cheer!! So there’s no such thing as “too slow”.
Hope to see you there.
-Bighead
I am emailing you on behalf of Run the Dream, which is a coast-to-coast run by 24-years-old Jonathan Howard to raise awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorders and fundraise for charities that support children with Autism and their families. Attached is an information package about our Run with Jonathan events that we are putting on with schools along Jonathan's route. Along with schools we are looking for community members to participate in the events which is where the Cape Breton Road Runners fit in. It would be excellent if we could have some local runners run along with Jonathan as he passes through Cape Breton.
Jonathan will be arriving in North Sydney on May 5th, and although I realize that this time line is short to say the least, due to weather in Newfoundland we were unable to determine our arrival date in Nova Scotia until this week.
If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact me via email or telephone at 902-444-3887.
Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Alex Tessier
AN EMAIL FROM LUC POIRIER
Centre communautaire Étoile de l'Acadie
15, rue Inglis, Sydney (N.-É.) B1P 7C6
(902) 564-0432
pluc119@ns.aliantzinc.ca
SLUSH RUN 2008
Received an email from one of the finest race directors on the Cape, the one and only Cindy Trimm.
The date set for the "Slush Run" is Saturday, March 1st at the George D. Lewis School. The start time is 10:00am with the registration desk opening at 9:00am. $10.00/person with awards, certificates and chili luncheon to follow. If you need any other info just let me know. Hope you can make it!
Cindy
Cindy Trimm @733-2351ctrimm@region.cape-breton.ns.ca
BOSTON MARATHON 2008
Well folks winter is half over and the training for Boston is well under way.
There will be at least 9 capers running in this years Boston Marathon.
Here are the names so far.Training as a group:(Karen MacDonald, Allan MacKenzie, Shane MacRae,George Jessen, and Lauchie McKinnon). Steven Van Nostrand, John MacKinnon, John Astephen,and Eric Power will also be making the trip.
BOSTON 2007
Here are a few clips from lasts years race.The Worlds Oldest Annual Marathon.
It was a rainy and windy day last year."Rain."
Have a look at scenes from the start."Hopkinton".
Are you ready for the infamous "Heartbreak Hill."
CABOT TRAIL RELAY MEETING
There are still a few spots open, maybe 4 or 5.
See you there,
Peter
NEWS YEARS DAY "RESOLUTION RUN"
Calling all runners,walkers, joggers, or wanna-be's.
Start off your New Year right with the "Resolution Run". This will be a fun-run (no times kept) starting at 2pm on New Year's Day,meeting at the YMCA on Charlotte. in Sydney. Route will be announced at the start. There will be a 5 and 10K option. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Hoping to see you all there!! If you need any information, please get in touch.
Chris,
902-539-6852
email:milburn.chris@gmail.com
A
MESSAGE FROM CHRIS MILBURN A.K.A. "BIGHEAD"
The Cape
Breton Crawling
Crustacea swimming club will be holding it’s pre-Xmas get-together on
Tuesday Dec 18th at Bunker’s Peanut Bar, above Governor’s
Restaurant on the Esplanade. This will start at approximately 9PM.
<> All local runners and
cyclists are invited to come and join us.
Hope to see you there…
-Chris
CABOT TRAIL RELAY MEETING DEC 3RD 2007
A message from Peter Hanna.
