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Calling All Hippies! Race a 5k, 10k or Challenge on May 14 in Safety Harbor

5/4/2022

 

Hippie Dash Offers In Person and Virtual Races

Whether you're competitive or laid-back, you'll enjoy the Hippie Dash! You can register right up until race time.

Run, walk or stroll your way around Safety Harbor on May 14 at the Goodwill Hippie Dash. Events begin and end at the City Marina on a certified race course. Walkers and strollers are welcome, but MUST start behind the runners.

Don't forget to wear your hippie threads — because yes, there's a costume contest with prizes!
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The races begin and end at the Safety Harbor Municipal Marina.

There's a Race for Every Hippie

There's something for every runner or walker this year. The Hippie Dash returns to Safety Harbor's waterfront for a 5K, 10K and new Keep on Truckin' Challenge in 2022.

​The ​Keep on Truckin' Challenge includes both the 10K and the 5K. Challenge finishers earn bonus bling (3 medals!) and bragging rights.

​Want to participate with your doggo or push the kids in a stroller? Cool, man. All you have to do is register for the Walk, Woof & Roll 1-mile event. Dogs and strollers are welcome.  

There's even a 1-mile Flower Child Fun Run for little hippies!

Hippie Dash 5K and 10K Race Courses

The 5K and 10K race courses are certified.
Map of Hippie Dash race course in Safety Harbor, Florida
Run or walk along Safety Harbor's waterfront and support Goodwill.

Earn Your Groovy Bling, Man

Photo of 2022 Hippie Dash finisher medals for 5k, 10k and challenge events.
2022 events include: 5K, 10K, 1 Mile Walk, and 5K + 10K Keep on Truckin' Challenge.

Costume Contest and Post Race Party

Dig out your tie-die, beads, and headbands for this race! There's a costume contest along with the races.

Prizes awarded for best-dressed grown up hippie, best Flower Child, and best doggie.

After the races, enjoy a party that includes FREE beer and munchies.

​Get your groove on listening to 1960s music and perusing the vintage VWs on display.
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Image credits: Hippie Dash
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Hippie Dash Proceeds Benefit Goodwill Programs

Proceeds from all the Hippie Dash events benefit Goodwill's programs for people with barriers to employment.
#HippieDash5K #HippieDashSafetyHarbor #HippieDash10K #HippieDashChallenge #VintageVW #FeelingGroovy #HoorayRunning #OptOutside #BibChat #RunTampaBay

Recap: Virtual Blue Ridge Half Marathon

4/18/2022

 
Disclaimer: I received an entry to VIRTUAL Blue Ridge Half Marathon 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!
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The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon embraces the slogan "Be the Goat" because it's one of the hilliest races around. (Image: Blue Ridge Marathon)

How I Ran My Virtual Blue Ridge Half Marathon 

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I ran up and down and up and down the hills in my neighborhood until I reached 2018' of elevation. Whew! (Image: This Old Runner)
One of these years, I'd love to challenge myself with a trip to hilly Roanoke, VA, but this was not that year. 

Instead, I planned to run the half marathon in my neighborhood as a VIRTUAL race participant.

The Virtual Half had two requirements:
• Run 13.1 miles
• Get 1,850′ in elevation gain.

Sure, there are bridges and multi-story parking lots that offer elevation gains. But, I needed to get my race in on Easter weekend close to home. ​

​That meant I had to run hill repeats to meet the elevation requirement.
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Luckily, a lot of the hilly streets provide cool shade. (Image: This Old Runner)
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I mixed in laps around the lake to break up the hills and to hit my water stops. (Image: This Old Runner)

My Half Wasn't Pretty, But I Did It

A late decision to run this race meant I wasn't actually half marathon-ready. But, I'm happy with my results. It was a beautiful day and I enjoyed the elevation challenge.
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Virtual runners submit their results online after running their event.

How to Add Extra Fun to a Virtual Race

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One thing that made this virtual race tons of fun was participating in a virtual relay with my Bib Rave teammates. 

​We roughed out a schedule, and each team member ran their leg of the overall relay.

​We cheered each other on social media, and handed a virtual baton from one runner to the next until all the miles were run.

​You can see me hand off the baton to Lissa @RunNerdGirl in the slideshow below.

Here are the Rest of My Virtual Relay Teammates

Grab your running friends — near or far — and put on your own virtual relay!
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Scott @Beast_Coast_Trail_Running
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Stephanie @BlueGrassBAMR
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Steffi @steffiruns68
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Shannon @GirlsGotSole

Blue Ridge Marathon Runner SWAG

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Artistic red goat design on the half marathon medal.
The Blue Ridge Marathon is one of the few races that doesn't reveal their medals and shirts in advance of packet pickup. I did see this medal online after racers crossed the finish line on race day.

I can't wait to receive my shirt and medal in the mail. I love the red color and artistic rendering of "Be The Goat" on the half medal.

​Race organizers advise virtual racers should expect their packets to arrive in mid to late May. Can't wait!

Discount Code "BibRave22" = 20% Off Registration

Register and run anywhere and anytime before midnight on April 30, 2022.
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20% Discount on Blue Ridge Marathon Virtual Races

4/1/2022

 
Disclaimer: I received an entry to VIRTUAL Blue Ridge Half Marathon 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

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The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon added virtual options to their full marathon, double marathon, half marathon, and 10K!

​Now, everyone can take on the challenge of "America's Toughest Road Races" anywhere in the world.
If you aren't ready to travel to Roanoke, have a conflicting schedule, or want to add another race to your schedule, sign up for the VIRTUAL version of the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon & Half Marathon, Blue Ridge Double, or the Anthem Star 10K.

Complete your race distance any time between April 1-30th. Post your results online to earn your official BRM hardware!

Join the Virtual Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Races

  1. Register for the virtual race of your choice. Register up until April 17, 2022. You can transfer from an in-person event to virtual until April 11, 2022.
  2. Complete your event between April 1-30. Run anywhere in the world, as long as you meet the distance and elevation requirements.
  3. Upload your results via the RaceJoy app, any GPS data device, or enter your results manually into Run Sign Up. You'll be added to the event leaderboard. 
    Submit and manage your virtual results.
  4. Earn swag! All virtual runners receive a race shirt and medal in the mail after the April 30 deadline. Race organizers hope to have race packets mailed within 14 business days. Expect your race packet to arrive in mid to late May.​

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Virtual Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon
Entry Fee: $85 – Includes shirt, medal and shipping
Requirements: 3,700′ in elevation gain and 26.2 miles

Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Half Marathon
Entry Fee: $75 – Includes shirt, medal and shipping
Requirements: 1,850′ in elevation gain and 13.1 miles

Anthem Star 10k
Entry Fee: $40 – Includes shirt, medal and shipping
Requirements: 1,000′ in elevation gain and 10 kilometers

​Blue Ridge Double Marathon
Entry Fee: $85 – Includes shirt, medal and shipping
Requirements: 7,400′ in elevation gain and 52.4 miles

REGISTER NOW


Common Virtual Race Questions

What is included in my packet?
Your packet includes a finisher medal and finisher shirt. A digital bib can be downloaded from your RunSignUp account after you register. A finisher’s certificate can be downloaded after you submit your results.

Can you run the distance in installments?
You must complete the entire distance in one run/walk but there is no required time constraint. This allows people the opportunity to complete the distance for those who may take longer than the allotted 7.5 hour in-person event.

Where can I run?
Tackle America’s Toughest Road Races anywhere in the world! Run on the course itself (make sure to follow all traffic patterns and be safe), a treadmill, trail, or a route you choose.

How should I record my run?
Submit your results via RaceJoy, upload a GPS data link, or enter results manually. If you're completing your run or walk outdoors, many apps and watches/devices will record your distance and time.

If you use a treadmill, a photo of the display will be accepted. You can enter a link to a public page from an app, take a screenshot from your phone, or take a photo of your watch or your treadmill. Please be sure to record distance, time, and elevation gain.

The best way to successfully complete any challenge is to give and receive support from others. Share your successes, cheer on other runners, and share training and race experiences.

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Starkey Park Trail Relay Discount Code

3/24/2022

 
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🏕 Best Damn Race Starkey Park 
April 9 - April 10, 2022
​Best Damn Race Starkey Park Trail
Team of 4-8 athletes -> 130-mile relay race
​

⏰ Discount codes expire 2 weeks before each race day! That's March 26th!


Starkey Wilderness Park
10500 Wilderness Park Blvd., New Port Richey, FL 34655
Register with Discount Code "ThisOldRunner" to SAVE 10%
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2022 Pittsburgh Marathon Adds Virtual Options and Walking Division

3/14/2022

 

Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend is April 31 - May 1


Virtual Race Options Added for All Weekend Events

All Pittsburgh Marathon weekend events are available as virtual races!
Can't make it to the Steel City this year? No Problem! (Image credit: Pittsburgh Marathon)
The Pittsburgh Marathon weekend events are now all open to everyone as virtual race. Can't make it to the Steel City to run in person this year? Choose a VIRTUAL 5K, Half or Full Marathon.

You can be a #RunnerOfSteel wherever you are! Virtual runner's race swag will be shipped the first week of May.

Deadline to Switch from In-person to Virtual is 3/31

If you're registered to run an in-person event and want to switch to virtual 🙋‍♀️ you can do it for free if you contact info@p3r.org on or before March 31, 2022.

Walking Division Added for 2022 Half Marathon

This year the Pittsburgh half marathon includes a walking division
(Image credit: Pittsburgh Marathon)
New in 2022! P3R added a Walking Division to the 2022 UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh Half Marathon. This is an awesome opportunity for more people to participate!

If you walk the half marathon in person you need to maintain a minimum pace of 20 minutes per mile for the 13.1-mile course. 

When registering for the half marathon, you’ll see a question asking if you’d like to participate in the walking division. Simply answer “yes” to this question so you're assigned to the correct starting line corral.

All walking division finishers will receive the half marathon finisher’s medal. There won't be any competitive awards. 

​Due to course time limits, there will only be a WALKING DIVISION for the Front Half Marathon Course in 2022.

Participants in the Back Half Marathon must maintain an average pace of 16 minutes per mile. 

Premium gifts for 2022 half and full marathoners are this steel water bottle and drawstring bag with race logos.
(Image credit: Pittsburgh Marathon)

Premium Gift for Full and Half Marathon Runners

This year's premium gift for people MOVING on May 1 in the:
  • Marathon
  • Half Marathon
  • Marathon Relay ​
is a Pittsburgh Marathon branded water bottle and drawstring bag!

Hurry! Registration Closes on March 31, 2022

There are only a few spots left in the STEEL Challenge (5K on Saturday + Half OR Full on Sunday), but there's plenty of room in the other events.

​Registration for Pittsburgh Marathon events closes on March 31, so sign up ASAP! 

Pittsburgh Marathon 12-mile course preview on April 9
(Image credit: Pittsburgh Marathon)

Preview Pittsburgh Full and Half Courses on April 9

Join P3R in Market Square on April 9, 2022 for the annual Pittsburgh Marathon/Half Marathon course preview run.

The run will tour ~12 miles of the Half Marathon course and ~20 miles of the full Marathon course.

On-course water stations, plus post-run Nuun Hydration and Honey Stinger gels will be provided. DICK's Sporting Goods will provide hot coffee for all runners.

The course preview run is free, but please consider a donation of $10 to help support Kids of STEEL, P3R's youth running program. 
RSVP for FREE Course Preview Run on April 9, 2022

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