Run for the Toad

Saturday October 4th was the 7th Run for the Toad at the Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area south of Cambridge. On a perfect Running day we had numerous runners competing in the different distances. Finishing the 50k were Kevin O'Neil, Keith Lascelles, Brendan Kavanagh, Roger Ison and Sylvie Phillips. In the 25k we had Clarence Wang, Oliver Owens (aka Kevin Burke), Cathie Burke, Kathy Pombiere and Neil Phillips. IN the 25k walk were Esther Ison, Joan Lascelles and Sue Leigh. A good day was had by all at a great event. The picture below is a shot of the "medal".

Events this Weekend

Two main events this weekend are The Prince Edward County Marathon and The Run for The Toad. We have runners and walkers going to both events. The PEC marathon (to be run on Sunday)has been well received since its inception a few years ago and has grown in size, it includes a half marathon as well. The Toad is in its 7th year and sells out every year, the races (a 25k & 50k)take place on Saturday at Pinehurst Lake conservation area south of Cambridge. Good luck to all.

Toronto Scotiabank Waterfront Results

Looks some good times so far. Here are the half marathon results we have at the moment. Link here Barrie Half Marathon Results

















And for the Marathon go to this link: Barrie Results

Scotiabank Marathon Weekend

This is a big weekend for a lot of our members at the Toronto Scotiabank Waterfront Marathon. Whether you are doing the Marathon or the half marathon, good luck. It looks like the weather is going to cooperate. Here are some other events that are happening around North America this weekend:


Run For the Grapes Half Marathon in St. Catherines

Terry Fox Run

Sorry it's a little late, but the results from last weekends Terry Fox run are in for Barrie:
There were more than 700 participants and they raised more than $71,000, which surpasses last years totals. A great success. Congratulations to the participants and especially the organizers.

Hamilton Marathon (2nd year)

Looking for one more race before year end? Try Hamilton November 1st & 2nd. Right now entry fees are $75. It's a Boston Qualifier. This is a great thing as many say that it is a fast course. It starts on top of the escarpment and runs down the "mountain" and finishes along the waterfront. If you don't want to do a full marathon, there are a variety of distances offered. website is www.hamiltonmarathon.ca

just a little about Ultras

Hi Runners, Jamie here. This past summer my friends Kevin O'Neil & Keith Lascelles introduced me to "Ultras". Well it was an introduction actually to Ultra X Extreme running. We ran Jay's Peak in Vermont. Talk about 53Km of Fun? I'm hooked. Since then I have purchased myself proper Trail Runners and been scurrying the web devouring information about Ultra Marathons. It would appear from this rookie's vantage point that Ultras in the U.S. is huge sport with a huge following. In Canada, not as popular. Why ? I'm trying to answer that riddle. I like to leave you with a few web sites to check out. www.ACU100k.com (Association of Canadian Ultra Marathons). www.Journeyheretohere.com (an ultra race also called Ghost Town in New Mexico that has 28 spots left and is taking place on January 18, 2009). When you check this race out, you have to click on the course map. I love it. www.planetmarathon.worldpress.com (an interesting blog).