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smpankowski Cool Runner	posted Nov-10-2007 06:02 PM DW and I love this race. It's fall in Northern MI and it's a trail run where there's no hunting. Though DW isn't a runner, we often go to races together. The sun was shining and the skies were clear. With not even a trace of wind, we could not ask for a better day. The racers are encouraged to dress in costumes and about 25% of the runners do. I wore a black ribbed Batman tank top, black shorts, a never wash MUG from Crusted Creations and shoes that used to be white and smelled like my MUG. As it was 42F I wore gloves as well. Rodney and Greg was there and it was good to see them. As we walked to the starting line, it was clear that the grass and leaves were coated in frost so we had to make sure of our footing. As it was also hilly, I decided to shoot for a 26 min. finish. The 5K is two loops through a cross country course. The start took us though the soccer field then along side a hill. Not up the hill nor down it...Along it. It makes for some odd running. After the first 1/4 mile one person,( hence forth know as "the dude in the blue jacket"), passed me as we turned into the hill. I do OK on hills, I've run enough of them but this fella went and passed me. We couldn't have that so I reached into my utility belt and pulled out a can of spinach and squeezed it really hard......and squeezed it really hard. After the third attempt I thought "Oh screw it" and threw it aside. I should have been more careful because it accidentally hit the dude in the blue jacket in the head. He decided it was a good time to take a nap and I passed him. "Quitter", I muttered as I passed him. Later I was to learn he hadn't given up. As the course had a steep up hill, the back end of it was gentle and long. I made up some time as I set into longer, relaxed strides and passed a few more runners. Along the trail, a good sized tree had fallen and we had to jump on it then down on the other side of it. That was a first in a race for me and it was kewl. Never had to jump a tree in a road race. We went around a turn then across the soccer field again. The first lap was 14:09...Prolly couldn’t make the second lap in less than 12 min, but the race wasn't over yet. The legs reached long and the soccer field was but a distant memory. Then back onto the hills. The dude in the blue jacket passed me again. Darn it. I yelled "Go! Go! Gadget......... Go! Go! Gadget....."Spoinky" Legs!!!". And it worked. I passed the dude in the blue jacket fair and square and went back down the hill though I only had 3:00 min left to meet my goal. Wasn't gonna happen. In the home stretch I got the pukey feeling and knew I was doing something right. I passed two high school kids and then down the finishing shoot. 26:51 with the dude in the blue jacket about seven seconds behind me. He must have been drafting. When schools let us use their showers after races, I need to remember not to talk with naked strangers in public showers. DW doesn't like it when I make friends that way. I didn't place though finished 4th in my AG. A number of turkeys were given as door prizes. I got a kewl tech tank top. Though it doesn't have a Batsignal on it, it's still kewl. After, we went to The Cherry Republic and got a jump on Christmas gifts and enjoyed the scenery on the way to Mom's house. ------------------ SteveP My User Profile IP: Logged
hermosaboy Cool Runner	posted Nov-10-2007 06:12 PM quote: Originally posted by smpankowski: When schools let us use their showers after races, I need to remember not to talk with naked strangers in public showers. DW doesn't like it when I make friends that way. I didn't place though finished 4th in my AG. A number of turkeys were given as door prizes. I got a kewl tech tank top. Though it doesn't have a Batsignal on it, it's still kewl. After, we went to The Cherry Republic and got a jump on Christmas gifts and enjoyed the scenery on the way to Mom's house. Hmmm -- Naked Strangers -- same sex?????? Great RR -- hit your goal like a rock! IP: Logged
ksrunr Cool Runner	posted Nov-10-2007 06:20 PM That must have been a tough race. You were morphing back and forth from batman to inspector gadget and popeye. Holy focus batman; focus. Congrats on a good time with the dw. ksrunr IP: Logged
TammyM Cool Runner	posted Nov-10-2007 06:50 PM I love your reports Steve!! You did a great job at the race today and narrowed in on your competition and managed to blow 'em down! There must be something in the boomer air today - this is now the third 4th in AG report I've read. ------------------ Tamalina IP: Logged
choover Cool Runner	posted Nov-10-2007 07:27 PM quote: Originally posted by smpankowski: I wore a black ribbed Batman tank top, black shorts, a never wash MUG from Crusted Creations and shoes that used to be white and smelled like my MUG. Okay, smpankowski you might be oversharing a bit with this... quote: Though it doesn't have a Batsignal on it, it's still kewl. We can't have everything but maybe you could put in a request for next year! quote: DW doesn't like it when I make friends that way. Ha. I don't see a problem. Your race reports are the funniest but I'm disappointed that you didn't include any photos. Congrats on the 4th AG. Sounds like a good time for you and DW. ------------------ choover IP: Logged
egrd Cool Runner	posted Nov-10-2007 07:34 PM Ha! You always have a lot of fun and write a great report. Hats off to you for your obvious Joie de vivre Steve. Egret IP: Logged
evanflein Cool Runner	posted Nov-10-2007 07:37 PM Steve's RRs are always a "must read first" kinda thing. My kids are asking from the living room "what's so funny, mom?" as I snicker and snort thru these things. I think that's a really creative and smart way to take out the competition. Note to self: Pack can of spinach in Seattle marathon bag... Thanks for the RR, batman, and I hear you can get decals or patches or some such to dress up that new ribbed tank top... ------------------ evanflein IP: Logged
enkephalin Cool Runner	posted Nov-10-2007 07:42 PM Ok, that was fun to read. But Choovie said it best: quote: Originally posted by smpankowski: I wore a black ribbed Batman tank top, black shorts, a never wash MUG from Crusted Creations and shoes that used to be white and smelled like my MUG. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Okay, smpankowski you might be oversharing a bit with this... So, um, how do you know they smelled like your MUG? Great job batman IP: Logged
SkipAZ Cool Runner	posted Nov-10-2007 07:59 PM Way to go Caped Crusader! IP: Logged
smpankowski Cool Runner	posted Nov-11-2007 06:30 AM quote: Originally posted by enkephalin: So, um, how do you know they smelled like your MUG? I don't wear the MUG to bed nor the shoes to church and it can't be me. ------------------ SteveP My User Profile IP: Logged
tselbs Cool Runner	posted Nov-11-2007 06:38 AM Another great report and race, smpankowski. It's clear you enjoyed the day with your wife, friends, beautiful course, costumes, and beating the dude in the blue jacket. Congratulations. TomS ------------------ My Profile IP: Logged
hopeful4ever Cool Runner	posted Nov-11-2007 06:43 AM Oh Steve - you reports are a riot! I'm thinking you could add a Batsignal to your kewl shirt! Sounds to me like a perfect day. ~Mary IP: Logged
millbot Cool Runner	posted Nov-11-2007 09:45 AM BatSteve™, nice race. Way to embrace the puke! Yes, I bet you could get DW to sew a BatLogo™ onto your kewl new shirt. IP: Logged
evryday Cool Runner	posted Nov-11-2007 10:29 AM Great RR....rule #6 is happy! quote: Originally posted by hermosaboy: Hmmm -- Naked Strangers -- same sex?????? As far as I know, naked strangers have the same sex as everyone else....I mean how many kinds can there be? ------------------ Remember rule #6 read my running blog My User Profile My running log IP: Logged
Opie Cool Runner	posted Nov-11-2007 10:36 PM You like a race with costumes-I'm shocked! Glad you had fun, and a good run to boot, Batman. ------------------ My Profile IP: Logged
vista129 Cool Runner	posted Nov-12-2007 07:31 AM Good fun report. I am glad to see you beat the "dude in the blue jacket". I really feel it was all in the can. A race of costume does seem to require pictures of some sort. Thanks for sharing this.....it was great ------------------ vista129 IP: Logged
rochrunner Cool Runner	posted Nov-12-2007 09:50 AM The usual good-humored RR from you, Steve, and not a bad race result either. But I keep wondering about all these Turkey Trots that are weeks ahead of the "proper" date. They must do things differently over there on the west coast of Mich. ------------------ - Runnin' in Rochester Rochrunner IP: Logged
tallrunner Cool Runner	posted Nov-12-2007 07:05 PM smpankowski Congratulations on a great race. Not sure about the talking to naked strangers part (-: Keep it up Tall IP: Logged
Canfit Cool Runner	posted Nov-13-2007 07:41 AM Great job, Steve! Very entertaining RR too! You'd be on my list of famous people to have dinner with one night ... in fact, I'd bring my whole family. I could just imagine the surprises. PJ IP: Logged
smpankowski Cool Runner	posted Nov-13-2007 07:48 AM quote: Originally posted by Canfit: Great job, Steve! Very entertaining RR too! You'd be on my list of famous people to have dinner with one night ... in fact, I'd bring my whole family. I could just imagine the surprises. PJ That would be sweet. Chuck E Cheese has great ambiance. ------------------ SteveP My User Profile IP: Logged
hollys4874 Cool Runner	posted Nov-20-2007 12:58 PM quote: Originally posted by smpankowski: In the home stretch I got the pukey feeling and knew I was doing something right. I hate that this is true. In my recent 5K, there was a guy off to the side of the finish line chute puking when I came through at the end of the race. My DS saw him and was starting to comment on it when I stopped and leaned over, hands on knees. He looked SO relieved when I only coughed. Another great race and report! ------------------ Holly IP: Logged
MustangSally Cool Runner	posted Nov-20-2007 01:32 PM Hey, somebody make sure Econo learns about the cans of spinach. I don't think she'll have to actually hit any kids with one: the very sight of one should send them reeling out of the way. ------------------ Mustang Sally Boomers and Beyond wiki IP: Logged
dshclio Cool Runner	posted Nov-21-2007 07:04 AM I have yet to figure out which batman you are Val kilmer, George Clooney, or Adam West. Great job Adam I mean, Steve. Hope to see you along with Halllar at Bayshore. Great report as usual. Run long run well Marathon Derrick IP: Logged
smpankowski Cool Runner	posted Nov-21-2007 07:11 AM quote: Originally posted by dshclio: I have yet to figure out which batman you I'm just your average guy who has good taste in black ribbed Batman tank tops. ------------------ SteveP My User Profile IP: Logged
Spareribs Cool Runner	posted Nov-21-2007 08:04 PM If you ever leave this site, leave us as a legacy your incredibly upbeat and whimsical humor. You are the best. Spareribs IP: Logged

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