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Maui Tacos 5K - New course a real treat> Maui Tacos 5K - New course a real treat
After being a spectator at the Maui Tacos 5k many times, there was no better time to run it than on a brand new course.
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Mardi Gras Marathon: A Run for Renewal> Mardi Gras Marathon: A Run for Renewal
New Orleans may still be in recovery-mode, but they haven't forgot how to have a good time. Come run the Mardi Gras Marathon next February and soak in the new history that the city has to offer.

Revenge of the old folks – respect your elders!> Revenge of the old folks – respect your elders!
I have had a couple experiences lately that have caused me to respect my elders, that give me hope for the future and that validate the running lifestyle.

Around Cape Ann: an American tradition since 1933> Around Cape Ann: an American tradition since 1933
At 10:15 on the morning of July 4th, 1933, a Cape Ann and American athletic tradition was born: 14 runners took off from Stage Fort Park on the first Around Cape Ann road race.
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To iPod or not to iPod?> To iPod or not to iPod?
Is there an alternative . . . maybe. Boston Marathon race director Dave McGillivray weighs-in on this hot topic.

Boston ’07 – Wet, windy and wild!> Boston ’07 – Wet, windy and wild!
Don’t believe the news - Best racing weather in 10 years!

The Stratton Faxon New Haven Road Race: A Labor Day gem> The Stratton Faxon New Haven Road Race: A Labor Day gem
After a run- and fun-filled weekend, some folks - upon returning to work - suffer from the dreaded Monday morning blues. While we don't have a cure-all for the bothersome blues - other than quitting your job - we can offer a guaranteed blues buster for the first Monday morning in September: run the Stratton Faxon New Haven Road Race.
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TD Banknorth Beach to Beacon 10K Road Race: World-class success> TD Banknorth Beach to Beacon 10K Road Race: World-class success
Success breeds success. Since 2000 we New England Patriots fans have become familiar hearing that phrase in conjunction with the Pats.

The Crim Festival of Races: A race for everyone> The Crim Festival of Races: A race for everyone
The former home of General Motors to the current home of "American Idol" finalist LaKisha Jones, Flint, Michigan, has changed through the years. But at least one thing in this former auto-making capital has remained the same these past three decades: the Crim Festival of Races.

The Boilermaker 15K Road Race - Utica, New York, July 8, 2007> The Boilermaker 15K Road Race - Utica, New York, July 8, 2007
The Boilermaker 15K is a unique race, successfully combining a community-driven event that draws together over 6000 volunteers and over 12,000 runners of all backgrounds, while at the same time attracting elite world-class runners competing for thousands of dollars in prize money.

Lawrence Sons of Italy Races: Honoring our Armed Forces & Veterans> Lawrence Sons of Italy Races: Honoring our Armed Forces & Veterans
Are you looking for a great way to celebrate Independence Day? How about running a race or doing a walk that honors our service men and women in a historical city that has a reputation for welcoming runners? If that sounds inviting then the Lawrence Sons of Italy 18th Annual Road Races are for you!
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A Look Back at Title IX with Joan Benoit Samuelson> A Look Back at Title IX with Joan Benoit Samuelson
Title IX, an Amendment to the Civil Rights Act, was established 35 years ago. Tremendous progress has been made in athletics and education since 1972. We talked to marathon legend Joan Benoit Samuelson who believes, “There is probably more equality in running than in any other sport.”

EAS America's Finest City Half Marathon: A race with history and a view> EAS America's Finest City Half Marathon: A race with history and a view
In 1542 Portuguese explorer Juan Rodriquez Cabrillo discovered what is known today as San Diego Bay. About 300 years later in 1850, San Diego was declared a city. And in 1972 former Mayor Pete Wilson gave San Diego its nickname, "America's Finest City."

How Do You Compare?> How Do You Compare?
Have you ever wondered how your race times compare to other runners in your state, hometown or age division? Running USA along with the Active Network have designed a comprehensive Runner Rankings tool that allows you to score points, track your results and rank yourself against runners all across the country. For statistic hungry runners this tool is a dream come true.
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Beautiful Cape Cod is the place to be for the 30th Dunkin’ Donuts Cape Cod Marathon and Marathon Relay> Beautiful Cape Cod is the place to be for the 30th Dunkin’ Donuts Cape Cod Marathon and Marathon Relay
This scenic pearl of an event is yours to pluck this fall, Sunday, October 28, 2007 at 8:30 a.m. at the Village Green,cFalmouth, Cape Cod, MA.
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