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Another Reason to Love Virtual Races OR, Stuff I Find While Running

3/23/2021

 
Here's one more reason I love virtual racing: It's okay to pause mid-race. You can stop running to bring home found treasures. 

Last week, I ran the 2nd leg of my Louisville Triple Crown of Running series. I was 5.30 miles into my Chick-fil-A® City Run 10K when I ran down a new-to-me alley. That's when I saw a leather recliner hoping for a new home. 

It looked dusty and dirty as I ran past. Half a block later I turned around and took a closer look.

​The sign said, "FREE. Take It All"


I paused my watch and examined the recliner. It was well worn, but no rips or stains. There were scratches that made me think cat-owner. I checked the manufacturer: Lane Furniture.

Hmmmm . . .
Leather recliner found in an alley while running virtual Louisville Triple Crown of Running race.
Recliner in alley spotted during my 10K Virtual Race. (Credit: This Old Runner)
Cleaned up leather recliner in the Man Cave.
Cleaned and relocated to the Man Cave. (Credit: This Old Runner)
I didn't restart my watch and walked to a shady spot farther down the alley. I thought about whether or not it made sense to take the recliner home. 

I calculated the Pros:
  • It was a well-made, expensive recliner
  • No major damage; just light scratches
  • It would fit in the Man Cave
  • It was free
  • No one would care if anyone sat in it while sweaty or dirty

I called my husband. I decided if he was nearby on his lunch break, I'd ask him to drive by with his truck. If not, I'd forget about the recliner. 

Turns out, he was a few blocks away. A few minutes later we loaded the recliner and took it home. After an hour of deep-cleaning I called it good. Later, I checked the original retail price of this recliner. It was $1,600 new, $500-600 used.

To date, this is my biggest score #SeenOnARun.

Disclaimer: I received a Triple Crown of Running registration as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

Did I Finish My Virtual Chick-fil-A® City Run 10K?

Yep! I went back out and ran another mile to complete my 10K (6.1 miles). I always run all the miles to earn all the SWAG. I didn't find any more treasures during my last mile.
Photo of SWAG runners get for the Louisville Triple Crown of Running. Shirt, Hoodie, Cap, 2 Medals.
Check out the SWAG for the Louisville Triple Crown of Running! Shirt, Cap, Hoodie, 2 Medals, Hot Chocolate and Chocolates. Scroll down for a code below that adds a bonus running cap to your haul. (Credit: LouisvilleTC)

Flexiblity is the Best Part of a Virtual Race

It's your choice to run your virtual race for time, fun or the scenery. Run it all at once, break it into smaller distances or stop and start to fit your schedule. 

The Louisville Triple Crown of Running is a 5K, 10K and 15K race series. I ran the 5K around a local lake. For the 10K I ran #EverySingleStreet in a nearby neighborhood.

For my final race in the series, the Allstate® Hot Chocolate 15K, I'm heading to dirt trails. That's another positive of virtual racing — you decide WHERE you want to run!
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Next Up: Allstate® Hot Chocolate 15K Louisville

I'll be running the 3rd leg of the series: the Allstate® Hot Chocolate 15K on April 3, 2021. 

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Hot Chocolate races are some of my favorite events. Since it's virtual this year, I'll get my delish finish line chocolates and hot chocolate, medal and hoodie in the mail rather than in person. But hey, that's okay with me. 

I'm hoping in the next few months we can all run together on official race courses. Until then, I'll run my virtual races and watch for treasures along the way. 
Register Now and Run the Louisville Triple Crown of Running Series! Use Code: HCBR20 for a BONUS Running Cap in Your SWAG Bag.

Recaps of the Triple Crown Series

The Chick-fil-A City Run 10K was one of 3 races in the Louisville Triple Crown of Running. Here are links to all the race recaps:
Chick-fil-A 5K Fitness Classic
Chick-fil-A City Run 10K
Hot Chocolate 15K
#VirtualRaces #BibChat #BibRavePro #HCLouisBR #HCVirtualBR #LouisvilleTripleCrown #BonusSWAG #DiscountCode #GearCode #ThisOldRunner #HoorayRunning #TripleCrownofRunning #LouisvilleTC #EverySingleStreet #EverySinglePerson

Recap #1 : Louisville Triple Crown of Running Race Series

3/16/2021

 

My Virtual 5K for the Triple Crown of Running

The series starts with a 5K, moves on to a 10K, and finishes with the Allstate Hot Chocolate 15K.

The first race, 
the Chick-fil-A 5K Fitness Classic, was scheduled for Saturday, March 6. I couldn't run that day, so I headed out when it worked with my schedule. That's the beauty of a virtual race — you can run it when and where you want. The flexibility is really appealing to me.

I chose to run my first 5K around the neighborhood. It was a beautiful day (despite the pollen). There was plenty of pretty scenery during my 3.1 miles. I finished my race in front of an inflatable dinosaur dressed for St. Paddy's Day. Seemed about right to me! See pics below.
Next up is a 10K. There’s plenty of time to join me if you’re looking for some races and SWAG to keep you motivated. The cost to register for all three races is $66.

Disclaimer: I received a Triple Crown of Running registration as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

Earn Sweet Louisville Triple Crown SWAG

If you want in on the fun and swag, click the button at the end of this post to register. 
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Participants in the Louisville Triple Crown of Running earn a Louisville Triple Crown Shirt, Cap and Medal along with an Allstate Hot Chocolate Race hoodie, chocolate bar medal, packets of hot chocolate & candy. Use my code BRHC20 to add the #HC running cap to your haul.

Use Coupon Code "BRHC20" for BONUS Running Cap

Don't forget to use my code when you register. "BRHC20" adds a BONUS #HotChocolate brand cap to your SWAG haul! 

Use #LouisvilleTripleCrown on your social posts to follow and share with everyone else who’s running. Good luck!
Register Now to Run the 2021 Louisville Triple Crown of Running!
The Chick-fil-A 5K Fitness Classic was one of 3 races in the Louisville Triple Crown of Running. Here are links to all the race recaps:
Chick-fil-A 5K Fitness Classic
Chick-fil-A City Run 10K
Hot Chocolate 15K
#TripleCrownofRunning #LouisvilleTC @BibRave #BibChat #BibRavePro #HCLouisBR #HCVirtualBR #KeepMoving #BrighterDaysAhead #RunFlorida #WeRunSocial #OptOutside #FLRunner #ThisOldRunner #HoorayRunning #EverySingleStreet #EverySinglePerson #VirtualRaces #Pollen #Florida #SpringBreak #StPatricksDay #EveryoneIsIrish

2021 Louisville Triple Crown of Running

2/25/2021

 
The Louisville Triple Crown of Running returns in 2021 as a VIRTUAL event. The three-race series has promoted a healthy lifestyle since 1984.

This year because of COVID, the tradition continues with virtual races open to everyone across the continguous USA. Anyone can run or walk each of the 3 events when and where they want.

The events challenge participants by increasing the distance with each race. We start with a 5K. That's followed by a 10K. The series finale is the Hot Chocolate 15K!
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1st:
​Chick-fil-A
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​5K Fitness Classic

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2nd: 
​​Chick-fil-A
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​City Run 10K

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3rd: 
Allstate
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​Hot Chocolate 15K

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• Chick-fil-A® 5k Fitness Classic (3.1 miles) run/walk. Original date is March 6.
• Chick-fil-A® City Run 10k (6.2 miles) run/walk. Original date is March 20.
• Allstate Hot Chocolate 15k (9.3 miles) run/walk. Original date is April 3.

Note: These are the original race dates. Now that the races are virtual, you can run them when it works best for you.

Disclaimer: I received a Triple Crown of Running registration to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

Run the Races. Get the Gear.

Race management will send you the ultimate Chick-fil-A® Louisville Triple Crown of Running Series goodie bag right to your door! Your goodies include:
  • Chick-fil-A® Louisville Triple Crown of Running Series Tech Tee
  • Chick-fil-A® Louisville Triple Crown of Running Series Medal
  • Chick-fil-A® Louisville Triple Crown of Running Personalized 5K and 10K Race Bibs
  • ​Allstate® Hot Chocolate Zip-front Jacket with Removable Hood
  • Allstate® Hot Chocolate 15k Finisher Medal
  • Allstate® Hot Chocolate Personalized 15K Race Bib​

Download your Finisher’s Certificate upon completion of each race.
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If you sign up before February 28th, your goodies will ship the first week of March. After that, race packets will ship 10-14 days after registration.

The virtual race is open to US addresses within the contiguous United States only. The race can't ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or anywhere internationally.

BONUS SWAG!
Free Hot Chocolate  Running Cap with My Code

Need more swag? No problem.

Use my code: "BRHC20" at registration and you'll get a FREE Hot Chocolate Brand tech running cap in your race packet. Sweet!
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Run Anytime and Anywhere

I'm going to run the races on their original dates (March 6, 20 and April 3), but the beauty of a virtual event is you can run when it suits your schedule. 

Complete your races whenever and wherever — city streets, trails or treadmills — to make them your own.

​Share your efforts and results by tagging #LouisvilleTripleCrown on Facebook and Instagram @TripleCrownRun to share your race photos! 
Register for the Triple Crown of Running with Code "BRHC20" to Score a Bonus Hot Chocolate Running Cap
Here are links to all my Louisville Triple Crown race recaps:
Chick-fil-A 5K Fitness Classic
Chick-fil-A City Run 10K
Hot Chocolate 15K
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      • 2019 Legoland Brick Dash 5K
      • 2019 World Refugee Day 5K
      • 2019 Pittsburgh Half Marathon
      • 2019 Rugged Maniac Dade City
      • 2019 Copperhead 5K at the Valspar Championship
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      • 2018 First Watch Sarasota Half
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      • 2017 Valspar Par 4 Miler
      • 2017 Sarasota Music Half
      • 2017 SPB Beach Classic
      • 2017 Kettle Krush 5K
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      • 2016 Ronnie's Run 10 Miler
      • 2016 Weedon Island Preserve 8K
      • 2016 Fort DeSoto 15K
      • 2016 One Step Closer 10k
      • 2016 Hippie Dash 5k
      • 2016 May Day 10K
      • 2016 FL Beach Half
      • 2016 SPB Beach Classic
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      • 2015 Weedon Island Preserve 8K
      • 2015 Fort DeSoto 15K
      • 2015 Honeymoon Island Half
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