I spectated the Rugged Maniac OCR Mud Run in Dade City last Saturday. Check out my Rugged Maniac race review for tons of photos and race details! If you're ready to register for 2020, get in on the early bird pricing at Rugged Maniac. Disclaimer: I’m promoting Rugged Maniac as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews. #GetRugged #RuggedBR #BibRavePro #BibChat #OCR #MudRun #LittleEvergladesRanch #DadeCity #FloridaRunner
A Few of My Favorite Things About This RaceRecently, someone asked me why I like to run the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon & Relay. I return year after year because it's a beautiful course and well-run race. BTW, there's a 10K distance, too! Since we have plenty of time before race day (October 20, 2019) I thought I'd describe some of my favorite things about the race. I'll start with #1 and add the rest each month until race day. Here's my list:
Disclaimer: I’m promoting First Watch Sarasota Half as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews. 1. The John Ringling Causeway BridgeAround here, bridges are the closest thing to a mountain or hillside. Florida is flat. A lot of our bridges don't have much elevation either, but the Ringling Bridge is a respectable challenge. It's 60 feet tall and .586 miles long. The bridge connects Sarasota to St Armands Key and Lido Key. Here are some images that show why I enjoy running the bridge not once, but twice in the first few miles of the race. Photos: First Watch Sarasota Half & Relay; Graphics: This Old Runner Save $10 Off Half & Relay or $5 Off the 10KThis race is popular because of the location, course, race management, and those super-sized dolphin medals. Another good thing is my discount code. Use BRSARASOTA19 to SAVE $10 Off the Half and Relay or $5 off the 10K. Register before the next price increase. See you on the bridge! #SARASOTABR #BibChat #BibRavePro #RunSarasota #RunTheRingling #RunFlorida #FloridaRunners #WeRunSocial #MRTT
Tomorrow morning at 9 am the Elite wave takes on 25 obstacles at the Rugged Maniac OCR in Dade City, FL Check out the schedule and course map below. Good luck to all the participants! I have a half marathon in two weeks and don't want to risk twisting an ankle before then. So, I'll be a happy spectator tomorrow. Disclaimer: I’m promoting Rugged Maniac as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews. Event Day Registration is AvailableI checked the website earlier today and it states that race day registration is available. It costs $100 per person; $10 discount for students and military. Learn more here: https://ruggedmaniac.com/events/florida/ Rugged Maniac Dade City Course MapRace Day ScheduleWondering What You Should Wear?I was too, so I did some research. Whether you're running tomorrow or at an obstacle course race in the future, check out the advice I gathered on how to dress for a mud run. Have fun everyone! #RuggedBR #BibChat #RunChat #ObstacleCourseRacing #OCR #LittleEvergladesRanch #RunFlorida #RuggedOCR #MudRun #FloridaRunner
Knockaround Sunglasses in Teal GeodeTeal Geode with Smoke Lenses. That's the name of the sunglasses I'm testing for Knockaround. OMG, I love the name. Teal Geode is a great color, and it reminds me of a dear old friend who collected geodes. So there's that. But, there's more. Disclaimer: I’m promoting Knockaround Sunglasses as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews. These shades are lightweight and stay on my face. That's really important when I'm running. There's not much worse than glasses that slide off your face. The Fast Lanes worked for running and walking around town. Doing yard work. Reading a book outside. Or driving here, there, and everywhere. They're just right for people like me who wear sunglasses every single day. And, if I was the kind of person who needed lots of different pairs of glasses, in lots of different frame and lens combos, Knockaround could deliver. In budget. The Fast Lanes start at $20. At that price, if I'm on a boat and lose them overboard I'd be very sad, but not devastated. I could easily afford to replace them. Fun and Affordable Glasses Made in San DiegoKnockaround as a company has a fun, friendly vibe. They're very sociable and responsive to questions. Check out their Instagram account. If your pup wears Knockaround shades use the hashtag #KnocksOnDogs and let them know. Follow the hashtag for a regular dose of cute dogs! Here's an example from their website: Use My Discount Code Before It Expires!If you haven't been checking my brand discount page you may have missed this sweet deal! Use the code: "BIBRAVEKNOCKS1" to get 20% off your ENTIRE ORDER! The offer expires on May 1, so hurry. Order online at Knockaround.com. You can get Knockaround Fast Lanes in ten different frame shades. Lenses come in Smoke, Amber, Green Moonshine, and Sky Blue. Polarized and Non-polarized. Another option is to design your own custom shades, or choose limited edition sunglasses. There are so many choices! All orders over $50 receive free shipping. My View of Knockaround SunglassesI really (really!) like the Fast Lanes. The larger lenses are good for protecting my eyes from the sun, and from flying debris when I work in the yard. I like the color and lens options, and the price point. I'm really happy I was able to test them. I'm even happier that I get to keep wearing them. I don't know if Fast Lanes make me look fast. But, I do feel fast running in them! #KnockaroundBR #Knockaround #FastLanes #Sunglasses #BibRavePro #BibChat #KnocksonaRun #KnocksonDogs #Shades #RunFlorida #DiscountCode #BrandDiscount #KnockaroundDiscount Want to know what other Bib Rave Pros thought about Knockaround Fast Lanes? Check out their reviews below: Get the Best Deal During the #BDR BlitzRegistration opens at noon on April 10 with the best prices available for the Best Damn Race in Safety Harbor. It's better than a discount code if you're one of the first people to register. FYI: The Orlando blitz is Wednesday, April 24 at noon. Race date is Feb. 29, 2020. Run a Half, 10K and 5K in Orlando. I'll let you know about Savannah and New Orleans when those dates are available. Safety Harbor Two Day Event: Feb. 1-2, 2020This year, the Best Damn Race event in Safety Harbor takes place over the entire weekend. The 10K and 5K are on Saturday, February 1st. The Half Marathon happens on Sunday morning, February 2nd. Now, you don't have to decide on one distance or the other. You can run all the races on both days! Keep reading for details on the Best Damn Race challenges. Best Damn Race Double and Triple ChallengesTake a look at the perks of running a Best Damn Challenge in Safety Harbor! Double Challenge Perks
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