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selb3
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 posted Oct-22-2007 11:45 AM
   
But first, a plug for the Des Moines Marathon. Well organized. Very nice course, which showcases many of Des Moines positives; including the Capitol, downtown, some nice neighborhoods, the park area by the river. I would recommend this race for anyone looking for a smaller fall marathon. Also they have a half marathon and a 5k, along with marathon relay. Plus walkers are encouraged.On to my run. The numbers, 3:51:23 - with a first half in 1:47:34, 2nd half in 2:03:49. Overall 8:50 pace. 1,428 finishers. 566 female, 862 male. 306 overall, 44/138 in my age group, 240/862 in the male category. My bride and I came to Des Moines from Omaha on Saturday afternoon. Hit the expo, which was nice, lots of freebies. Relaxed, watched some football, had a nice dinner at this quirky quaint italian place. Our hotel was literally at the start/finish area. The race - ran well and just over 8:00 pace for 6-7 miles, slowed a bit and was at 8:10 pace at the half. Feeling good, weather was okay, not too warm, but a bit humid. First 3 miles were in downtown, then off to and through some neighborhoods. Over to Drake Univerisity campus. Around mile 11 we ran a lap on the U track. They had a camera on the runners, so when you came around you could see runners on the jumbotron scoreboard; nice touch. Still feeling good until mile 16. Into a park/trail area. Nice and shaded. Along the river for a bit, and then into a looping area through the park. No support other than aid stations and other runners. I was slowing, but still feeling good. The mile from 19 to 20 was were I lost concentration. Walked through water stop at 20. Miles 21-25 unfortunately I was running slower, and then walking the water stops. Regrouped, and ran it in the last 1.2. I had hope to finish in 3:45 or better; however, it was still a finish, my fastest of this year, and my 25th marathon. I will evaluate the training in a few days, see where I can improve. I already know I need to work in some more tempo runs, working at pace, and up the mileage a bit. ------------------
Dave The truth is you can always run faster; sometimes the truth hurts.
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TomD
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posted Oct-22-2007 11:55 AM
Congratulations at another sub 4:00 marathon. I know how difficult it becomes as you get older.Missed seeing you, but I was well behind you yesterday.
TomD
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TammyM
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posted Oct-22-2007 01:10 PM
Very very nice! You weren't that far off your goal and ran a strong race. Congratulations on finishing your 25th marathon! ------------------
Tamalina
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rochrunner
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posted Oct-22-2007 01:16 PM
Was there a Selby who was not running yesterday? You'll have to come to Michigan some time to challenge your big bro, but it looks like a good marathon for you, finishing well under 4 hours.------------------
- Runnin' in Rochester Rochrunner
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tselbs
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posted Oct-22-2007 01:17 PM
Way to go, Dave. Number 25 in the books and fastest of the year. It sounds like a nice course, nice day, and nice get away for you and Deb. Congratulations.TomS ------------------
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hermosaboy
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posted Oct-22-2007 05:06 PM
Nice race Dave.I would agree with your assessment of the DM marathon. A great experience. If the temp could have been a little cooler and a little less wind, that would be perfect!
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roy c
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posted Oct-22-2007 06:42 PM
Nice run Dave, very fast for the first half dozen then a steady pace, nothing wrong with walking drink stations, probably a benifit to hydration.
Well done
Roy
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rasmussenmp
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posted Oct-22-2007 07:04 PM
Dave, Nice running. Congrats on marathon number 25 and with a great time. Sounds like a race I need to put on my 50 states schedule. Tks for the report. Congrats again------------------
Good running!!!
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Fortunate One
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posted Oct-22-2007 08:24 PM
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Originally posted by hermosaboy:
Nice race Dave.I would agree with your assessment of the DM marathon. A great experience. If the temp could have been a little cooler and a little less wind, that would be perfect!
This from the guy who won his ..oops, I better let him tell the story in his own sweet time. You did great, Dave. You didn't mention the hills early on, but I'm sure they took their toll. I was a spectator. I'd have looked for you if I'd known in time that you were there. Did you pick up a lei? ------------------
Fortunate--a volleyballer with a running problem
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naphtali
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posted Oct-22-2007 09:38 PM
Congrats on number 25!
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hollys4874
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posted Oct-23-2007 09:55 AM
Congratulations on running your 25th marathon (and the 24 before that one, too)! Not quite as fast as you wanted, but still the fastest this year - nice running!------------------
Holly
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DaveinAA
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posted Oct-23-2007 10:26 AM
Dave, lots of positives to take away from this race. With more tempos and mileage, you can take good aim at that 3:45. Congrats on your finish.
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Econo
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posted Oct-23-2007 10:54 AM
hmmmm. This sounds like a winner for a Boomer Fall Marathon meet-up.1. Smaller marathon; few crowds to fight. *check*
2. Has a half marathon & 5K and is walker-friendly. *check*
3. Local running lore (in this case, Drake Univ). *check*
4. Nice scenery. *check*
5. Well organized *check*
6. Hotel close to start-finish line *check* The only question in my mind is weather -- would like to look at annual stats for mid-October to see what to expect normally. Oh! Heh. Forgot to say, well done, Dave! Fastest this year; excellent!
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Aamos
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posted Oct-23-2007 11:06 AM
Congrats on your 25th and on a sub-4. I agree, having run the DMM last year. Running into Drake was fun and it is well organized--the out and backs are a nice touch, as you get to the really fast runners and also the special guys like Tom D who are pacing and encouraging their packs of runners.It was a fine running weekend, and the Red Sox won. big grins,
A
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perchcreek
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posted Oct-23-2007 11:38 AM
Congrats on your 25th! Wow! and nicely sub 4 as well. A bit slower start could have made the difference  .
Thanks for sharing the description of DM Marathon, sounds really nice.Steve
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SueT48
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posted Oct-23-2007 12:19 PM
Nicely done, Dave! Congratulations on the 25th marathon - that is terrific. You'll get that 3:45!------------------
Sue
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Soundrunner
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posted Oct-23-2007 12:28 PM
Fastest for the year is good, Dave!It sounds you're right on with your assessment and with some slight changes that 3:45 should be yours next time. Thanks for the Des Moines review. I didn't even know they had a marathon!
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rosecoloredglasses
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posted Oct-23-2007 02:43 PM
Nice report Davey!I like the part about "...relaxed, watched some football" and "...quaint Italian place..." Also, another marathon under 4 hours, I like that part, too. This was fun.
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littlerockgm
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posted Oct-23-2007 07:17 PM
Thanks Dave, nice report, nice race, nice sub 4 finish. Way to celebrate #25.
Good running Dave,
Jim
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SkipAZ
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posted Oct-23-2007 08:21 PM
Wow! Congrats on the 25th marathon - most impressive. You were not far off your goal time. Sounds like a great weekend. Well done Dave!
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Twocat
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posted Oct-24-2007 08:35 AM
Finishing 25 marathons is quite an accomplishment! Very impressive. The jumbotron sounds really neat. Too bad it is not at more races.
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johnmaas
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posted Oct-24-2007 09:38 AM
Nice marathon, Dave,
Like you, I lost it also at mile 19. It was that portion of the trail where I thought the wind was straight-on.
Congrats on marathon #25!! How many years of marathon running did it take you to get there?
John
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Barefoot Rick
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posted Oct-24-2007 09:44 AM
Nice Dave. Kind of a laid back report. Glad you had fun.------------------
For the word of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing,
but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. - 1 Corinthians 1:18 - Barefoot Rick @ www.barefootrunner.org
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selb3
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posted Oct-24-2007 11:43 AM
Thanks for the support/comments.To answer some questions. I hope to run a marathon with big brother Tom in the future, we just have to plan and commit. No, I didn't get a lei - they seemed to be out by the time I got there. I agree Des Moines would be good for a Boomer meet and greet fall destination. Davey! Only my mom calls me that! Made me laugh. I have been running marathons since 1998 - do 2 or 3 a year, so it took 10 years to get to 25. Thanks again. dave
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