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RECENT PHOTOS - 02 Nov 2009 09:22:27

02 Nov 2009 09:22:27 CST

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NYC Marathon
Flyers Marathon Pasta Party
Poland Spring Marathon Kickoff
Beaverkill Mountain Road Race
Staten Island Half Marathon
Central Park Biathlon
Gretes Great Gallop
NYC Marathon Shirt
Central Park Benefit Run
NYC Marathon Tune Up

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FLYER NEWS FLASH - 08 Nov 2009 10:56:58

08 Nov 2009 10:56:58 CST

From the website that thinks rest is overrated. . .

Time for a deep, cleansing breath
While Philly runners are gearing up for their big event in two weeks, New York City Marathon competitors (except for the crazy individuals double-dipping at Philly) are taking some much-deserved rest. This was a points race but times won't be official until November 16, so I can't tell you how we did relative to other teams just yet.

The results page is showing up wonky in two browsers on my PC, so I can't tell you much about how our most stellar individuals ran either, but according to what Chrome deigned to show me, Steve Kasarsky notched an eighteenth place finish in the 55-59 age group in 3:12:48 (7:22 pace), and Chris Morgenroth knocked out ninth in the 45-49 age group in 3:16:42. We also had one sub-3:00 finish, achieved by Michael Hirsch with a 2:54:35 finish (6:40 pace). Congratulations to both our male and female superstars, and more full results when I can get them. In the meantime, if you have a story of your own to share, make sure you get it on the Flyers Blog by sending your story via email to Vice President Lara Kail.

Song for the unsung heroes
Very special thanks and appreciation to the photographers on the scene for the New York City Marathon: Memories of the day (and maybe a few things you don't want to remember) were captured and posted courtesy of hardworking photographers Bob Cowin, Cheryl Spinner, Derek Rose, Rob Butler, Sandy Altman, and Richard Brounstein. We really appreciate all your hard work and dedication.

Driven
The holiday season is upon us, but it won't be a happy holiday season for some New Yorkers without your help. For the second year in a row, the Flyers are partnering with the Food Bank for the City of New York to raise $3500 in donations for the needy between now and the Flyer Holiday Party. This year, instead of both fundraising and collecting food, we're focusing solely on fundraising. You can help brighten the holidays by making a tax-deductible donation via our Virtual Food Drive. You can also find more background information on what we're doing and why right here.

When the occasion arises, will you rise to the occasion?
Club election season is upon us, and nominations are now open for the roles of President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Member at Large. Anyone who is a Flyer in good standing is eligible to run, and you can nominate yourself or as many other people as you want. This is your chance to choose who you want to shape the club in 2010, so let your voice be heard! Check the nominations page for the election schedule, role descriptions, and other important election news.

Even better than men in tights
Check Monday's New York Post for a photo shoot featuring our very own Pat Duffy, who recently completed an Off-Off-Broadway stint skirling through the mists of Brigadoon, in full kilt and bagpipe regalia. No word yet on whether he managed to sneak the Flyer logo into the shoot, but take a look tomorrow just in case.

Philly is just around the corner
Philly marathoners, Dave Kleckner is organizing dinner the night before. If you're running in Philly and haven't heard from Dave yet, shoot him an email if you want to join in on the fun.

A glorious day to be a Flyer
Results are still coming in from the 2009 New York City Marathon, but we already know that there were PR's and BQ's a-plenty. I spotted Scott Cohen, John Whitfield, Pat Duffy, Iris Chen, Isabel Johnston, Janet Hanson, Madame President, Karen Merz, and Vicky Tiase all looking strong and steady at mile 22, and I learned by skulking around the reunion area afterwards that Janet, Madame President, and Chris Morgenroth all qualified for Boston, with Madame President and Chris setting powerful PR's in the process. Points race writeup to come; in the meantime, thank you to all the wonderful Flyer volunteers who helped make the race so very special.

I may not win the marathon, but I'll probably beat you to the bar
Volunteers, runners, and Flyer spectators alike: Get your sneaks back on and run right on down to the post-marathon party, from 4:00 until they kick us out.

Well, sign me right up
On Saturday, I overheard several women discussing the Nike Women's Half Marathon. One explained, It's the best race you'll ever do because every finisher gets a Tiffany necklace AND a fireman!.

We got game
We got press, too: Yet another excellent New York Times writeup, this time of our Last Ten Miles Run. Thanks to Jens Hewerer for the link.

Aren't you glad this one was on Sunday instead of Saturday?
Mother Nature cut everyone a break for the Poland Springs Five Miler by diverting Saturday's torrential downpour elsewhere. The Flyer women distinguished themselves with a second place team finish, and Michelle Reeves kicked it out with a first place team finish, fourth Flyer overall, and fourteenth in the 30-34 age group in 36:12 (7:14 pace). Alysia Lew and Margaret Blake took second and third for the team in 36:21 (7:16 pace and eighteenth in the 30-34 age group), and 37:30 (7:30 pace). Kate McKeown blasted across the finish line in fourth place for the Flyers in 38:13 (7:38 pace), and Jennifer Coyne wrapped it up with a bow on top in 38:27 (7:41 pace and sixteenth in the 40-44 age group).

In the men's race, Drew Guthrie took a swashbuckling first place for the Flyers and fourteenth in the 40-44 age group in 32:46 (6:33). John Whitfield and Paul Pasternak crossed the finish line in a shootout for second and third, separated by a mere second in 34:49 (6:57 pace) and 34:49 (6:57 pace). Fabrice Boucher knocked out a solid fourth place finish in 35:36 (7:07 pace), and Veteran runner Walt Looney clocked in as the fifth male Flyer and thirteenth in the 55-59 age group in 36:18 (7:15 pace). Age group honors also went to Marisa Harris for a seventh place finish in the 65-69 age group.

If I sit on my butt and just think about running, does that count?
I don't exactly know what a virtual run is, but anyway there's one hither.

Slow off the mark
Apologies to Papa Bear for the delay on posting his race report for the Harry Murphy 5K, held on October 11. We are proud to present it forthwith:

It was a beautiful day at Van Cortlandt Park. Temperatures were 58 (as opposed to 71 at last week's race and 79 at the season opener on August 30.) and this brought some good fimes for one and all. I saw David Toung and Melissa Chase and it turns out we were the only Flyers there. I managed a second place in my age group only two steps and one second ahead of the next man in my age group, which was unknown to me when I passed him in the last few seconds. It just shows you should run like hell and not try to figure out who's in what age group. David and Melissa were both sixth in their groups and all agreed it was simply a great day to be there. It turns out there was a kids race and a college race going on at the same time so the park was just full of runners. Even the No. 1 train was running on time, so who could ask for more.

Can the last 10 miles be your best 10 miles?
We're less than 14 days and counting to the NYC Marathon. Flyers were out in masses on a rainy Sunday morning running the last 10 miles of the marathon. This was more important this year because, for the first time in years, the NYC Marathon course has changed.

Island time
In the fifth and final event of the NYRR Grand Prix Half Marathon Series, a hardy group of Flyers marched across bridges and water (and in a few cases, not too many streets away from home) for the Staten Island Half Marathon. The Flyer women scored a solid second place finish in their division, and Shirling Tsai took a powerful early lead and held it for the duration of the race. She finished first for the team, fourth overall for the Flyers, eighth in the 30-34 age group, and twenty-first woman overall in 1:32:59 (7:05 pace). Deanna Culbreath came in second for the team and fourteenth in the 25-29 age group in 1:36:12 (7:20), followed by Staten Islander Kelley Santamaria, who placed third for the team and sixth in the 40-44 age group in 1:37:05 (7:24 pace). Janet Hanson scored an impressive seventh in the 45-49 age group and fourth for the Flyers in 1:48:20 (8:16 pace), and Monique Hoogenboom captured tenth in the 45-49 age group and fifth for the Flyers in 1:49:42 (8:22 pace).

In the men's race, Leslie Lam coasted to a first place Flyer finish in 1:24:25 (6:26 pace), followed by DJ Van Hoogstraten in 1:27:55 (6:42 pace and twentieth in the 40-44 age group). Andreas Werder captured top honors as the second-place finisher in the 55-59 age group as well as taking third for the Flyers in 1:30:48 (6:55 pace). Brett Saffer clocked in for fourth in 1:38:44 (7:32 pace), pursued by Tom Baxter, who wrapped up the team points in 1:39:03 (7:33 pace).

Well, missed that one
Did you know there was a cross country race last Sunday? Three Flyers did, and they made their way up to Van Cortlandt Park for the Fred Lebow Cross Country 5K. Amy West and Sheila Qiu represented for the women, finishing first and second for the team, second in the 35-39 age group and third in the 45-49 age group, and twelfth and twenty-fourth women overall in 23:02 (7:25 pace) and 24:36 (7:56 pace). Geoff Wells proudly sported his Y chromosome as the first and only Flyer male to race, crossing the finish line in 25:22 (8:10 pace), taking seventh in the 55-59 age group.

At the risk of distressing marathon appetites
If you've been saving up your manky shoes for donation, wait no longer: Dave Kleckner and Diane Zinn will be collecting gently used running shoes for Soles 4 Soles at the Marathon Pasta Party.

A good day to be a cabbie
If you're worried about getting to the Staten Island Ferry on time for the New York City Marathon, check the new Taxi Share Board for carpooling buddies. Your wallet will thank you for it.

Grey is the new black
Thanks to photographer Bob Cowin and photoshaper Andreas Stresemann, not to mention our lovely spokesmodel Madame President, you can see a preview of the new grey twentieth anniversary Flyers/fortieth anniversary New York City Marathon celebration shirt in the Online Store. The shirt is available at Urban Athletics for the low, low price of $29, and we understand that the new and exciting grey was the brainchild of Treasurer David Gaines.

Of course you can wear white after Labor Day
If you were not one of the one hundred early birdies who were rewarded with a stunning white racing hat at the Flyers Anniversary Party, we've still got you covered. White, fully washable white running hats are now available through Madame President and Treasurer David Gaines for two sawbucks, which is equal to a mere twenty dollars. You can preview the hat on spokesmodel Jordan George in the Online Store.

Do your part to get the economy moving again
We move with the fashion and the fashion should move you. Brand spankin' new Nike Singlets are in! Drop a mere $30 at Urban Athletics for either the men's or women's version in a full array of sizes, and you'll be fabulous every time you wear it.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 08 Nov 2009 17:20:42

08 Nov 2009 17:20:42 CST

NY Flyers Annual Food Drive
In conjunction with the Food Bank of New York City, the Flyers are once again reaching out to those in need. The drive runs from Sunday, November 08 until Saturday, December 12, with our grand finale celebration at this year's Flyer Holiday Party. For full details, see the Food Drive details page. For more on the Food Bank of NYC, please go here

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So, how did it go? Send us your race day stories - Runners, Volunteers, Spectators - all are welcome to share your stories on the new Team Blog Email vicepresident@nyflyers.org

Flyer 2010 Executive Board
It is election time for the Flyer 2010 Executive Board. It is time to for Flyers to step up for the elected positions of President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Member at Large. To become a candidate or to nominate a flyer please Go to the Nomination Page

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The new short-sleeve gray tech shirt is still available! Email president@nyflyers.org for size/pick-up info. The shirts are NO LONGER available at Urban Athletics.

Download the New York Flyers 20 Years in Pictures presentation compiled by Glen Wiener and Scott Cohen for the 20th Anniversary Party. Apple Quick Time Software is required for viewing.

Join Lloyd Hoo and his band of merrymakers for the 10th Annual Flyers Las Vegas Marathon Weekend , December 06. Please see the events page for details.

Get your jingle on - sign up for the Holiday Party - Friday, December 11th.

Save the Date!!! January 30th for the Annual Awards Party.

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EVENTS - 08 Nov 2009 17:20:42

08 Nov 2009 17:20:42 CST

See the following links for upcoming running events:

View the following upcoming club events:

Nov 11 Wed NY Flyers Executive Board Meeting
Nov 14 Sat Richmond Marathon, Richmond, Va.
Nov 15 Sun Rock 'n' Roll San Antonio Marathon and Half, San Antonio, Texas
Nov 15 Sun New Flyer Run
Nov 21 Sat JFK 50 Miler, Washington County, Md.
Nov 22 Sun Philadelphia Marathon, Half and 8K, Philadelphia PA
Dec 06 Sun New Flyer Run
Dec 06 Sun 10th Annual Flyers Las Vegas Marathon Weekend
Dec 11 Fri New York Flyers Holiday Party - 2009
Jan 30 Sat Annual Awards Party - Save the Date!!
Jun 06 Sun Mooseman Internation Distance Triathlon and 70.3

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FLYER FORUMS - 09 Nov 2009 20:14:33 CST

09 Nov 2009 20:14:33 CST

On Nov 09, 2009, sungwonh posted:
BIG SUR
Has anyone Big Sur International Marathon, better yet "B2B" or Marathon Relay there? I would appreciate your feedback and experiences.Sungwon

On Nov 07, 2009, steve2916 posted:
5Ks in area for Thanksgiving Weekend
Hey Flyers,As much as I would like to do the 5M Turkey Trot in Prospect Park, I'm not sure if my recovery from injury will permit me to run that far by that time (for one thing it's been slowed by one or two colds I've had). So, does anyone know of any 5K's in or near the five boroughs that would be acceesible by public transportation Thanksgiving Weekend?Thanks,Steve

On Nov 07, 2009, DZinn posted:
Milwaukee Marathon-female winners disqualified
The first and second place female winners were disqualified from the Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon on Oct 4th. The first place woman because she received water assistance from a friend outside of the sanctioned water station; the second place woman because she used an iPod.Read the official statement from the Race Director: http://milwaukeelakefrontmarathon.blogspot.com/" target="_blank http://milwaukeelakefrontmarathon.blogspot.com/The Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon is a wonderful small marathon (capped at 2300) held in early October. I ran this one in 2006. It is well organized with lots of community support and a beautiful, gently-rolling course. [ November 08, 2009, 10:41 AM: Message edited by: DianeZ ]

On Nov 07, 2009, rabroun posted:
Mail from Flyer Site flagged as SPAM?
In the past day or so, Flyers whose membership has elapsed should've received an email with the subject line:YOUR MEMBERSHIP IN THE FLYERS IS PAST DUEor something similar. This is part of our new automated membership renewal system.The email comes from membership at nyflyers.org. In order to prevent this from being flagged as spam, you should put membership at nyflyers.org into your contact list.

On Nov 07, 2009, steve2916 posted:
Yankee fans...
Brian,As per the link below, they are saying that "registration will be extended through November 8th or until capacity is reached".http://www.damonrunyon.org/yankeestadium" target="_blank http://www.damonrunyon.org/yankeestadiumNot sure if that means that it will go beyond 11/8 if they don't fill up, but it might pay to keep checking the site for updates...-Steve

On Nov 05, 2009, jamman25 posted:
Did you run for charity?
Please contribute to an article on your fundraising efforts - I'd like to know the organization that you raised funds for and how you choose them, how much you raised/how much your group raised collectively, what special events were part of your program, what you enjoyed most, etc. Please email me president-at-nyflyers-dot-org.Thanks!!

On Nov 05, 2009, jamman25 posted:
Boston Marathon Lodging
You can still get hotels on priceline. I used the name your own price and got the boston park plaza (run down, but close to the buses) for $225, and the Colonade (high end boutique) for same price.

On Nov 04, 2009, Nano posted:
YANKEES SPORTS MEMORABILIA: Topic moved
Moved this topic to the Trading Post.Hugs and kisses!Mistress Dana [ November 04, 2009, 10:30 PM: Message edited by: dana mc ]

On Nov 04, 2009, steve2916 posted:
Are the D-tags supposed to be eco-friendly?
Thanks for the response, Ed. I'd also wonder if the D-tagas will prove to be more reliable thean the chips (e.g. a runner whose chip was not read at the start).-Steve

On Nov 04, 2009, Nano posted:
YANKEES SPORTS MEMORABILIA FOR SALE
I am selling Steiner sports memorabilia:1 New Yankee Stadium "The Tradition Continues" Collage 20x24 brand new in its original box with the letter of Authenticity $110http://www.steinersports.com/new-yankee-stadium-the-tradition-continues-collage#" target="_blank http://www.steinersports.com/new-yankee-stadium-the-tradition-continues-collage#1 Derek Jeter "Most Hits By A Yankee" Framed Mini Dirt Collage 12x15 brand new in its original box with the letter of Authenticity $40 http://www.steinersports.com/derek-jeter-most-hits-by-a-yankee-framed-mini-dirt-collage#" target="_blank http://www.steinersports.com/derek-jeter-most-hits-by-a-yankee-framed-mini-dirt-collage#1 Derek Jeter with actual slice of a bat used by him 16x20 brand new in its original box with the letter of Authenticity $35Upon request pictures can be sent.Adrianobrazil@hotmail.com

On Nov 06, 2009, rickpurdy posted:
Freebie pair of 9.5 Glycerine 6's
If they haven't already been given I'd be very grateful to get them. please call me at 917-596-7770

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RECENT RACE RESULTS - 09 Nov 2009 20:14:33 CST

09 Nov 2009 20:14:33 CST

Check out the ten most recent race result links:

Giralda Farms Run 5k & 10k
Harrisburg Marathon
South Mountain 10 Miler
Mountain Masochist Trail Run 50 Miles+
Rockie's 5K
New York City Marathon
Road2Hope Hamilton Marathon
Manchester City Half Marathon
Robert Giaimo Memorial 5k
Run for the Animals 7K

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RECENT PRS AND AWARDS - 09 Nov 2009 10:13:10

09 Nov 2009 10:13:10 CST

RECENT PRs and AWARDS

SUBMIT PR

GO TO PR AND AWARD ZONE

Monika Gross	Harrisburg Marathon	(2nd 50-54)
Susan Snyder	South Mountain 10 Miler	(2nd 55-59 Female)
Lisa Scheerer	South Mountain 10 Miler	(2nd 30-34)
Scott Martin	Mountain Masochist Trail Run 50 Miles+	10:53:42
Tim Decker	Rockie's 5K	(3rd 40-49, 10th overall)
John Whitfield	New York City Marathon	3:28:51
Drew Guthrie	New York City Marathon	3:16:46
Dave Kleckner	New York City Marathon	3:22:54
Andreas Werder	New York City Marathon	3:16:04
Jodie Fischer	New York City Marathon	(BQ)

PR and Award Zone

RRCA NEWS - 09 Nov 2009 10:13:10

09 Nov 2009 10:13:10 CST

Nov 09	RRM Names Race Director of the Year
Nov 06	RRCA 2010 Renewal Information
Nov 02	RRCA Congratulates Hall of Famer for NY Victory
Oct 30	MA, VA and OH Coaching Certifications
Oct 13	RRCA Joins National Physical Activity Plan
Sep 29	MD Coaching Certification
Sep 28	RRCA Roads Scholars Headed to World Half Mara.
Sep 28	RRCA to Host Advocacy Training at Convention
Sep 24	Get the BoardSource Governance Series in PDF
Sep 18	Today is National Run@Work Day

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RRCA EVENTS CALENDAR - TRI-STATE AREA - 09 Nov 2009 10:13:10

09 Nov 2009 10:13:10 CST

Nov 14	Run For Africa	Greenwich, CT	Details
Nov 14	Goodwill 5000m Race Against Hunger	Montclair, NJ	Details
Nov 14	Jog with Jake 5k Run/Walk	Barnegat, NJ	Details
Nov 14	Harbor Charter School Walkathon	New York, NY	Details
Nov 15	Hills at the Harvest 5K & 15K	Berkeley Heights, NJ	Details
Nov 26	Pequot Runners Thanksgiving Day Race	Southport, CT	Details
Nov 26	Morris Twp. 5K & 1M Turkey Trot	Morris Twp., NJ	Details
Nov 26	Morris Twp. Thanksgiving 5K/1M Turkey Trot	Morris Twp., NJ	Details

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