Sunday, May 28, 2006

The Race is Over - The ride home

We are on the way home and I thought I would provide a quick update on the relay this weekend in Burlington, VT. We drove up yesterday, got into town around 1:30, got registered for the race and then went to Church St. to do a little shopping. For those that have not been to Burligton VT, Church St. is a really nice outdoor shopping, eating and just fun place. Nice stores and nice restaurants.

We then had dinner at Uno Pizzaria and then went to the lake front which was beautiful. I will try to get some pictures up later.

Got back to the hotel and got to bed early.

Jennifer and I got up at 5:55 am to catch the bus to the starting area. Matthew and Kathryn caught the bus that was about 45 minutes later. The race started at 8:05, Jennifer had the first 2 legs which totaled about 8.5 miles. Matthew took the third leg, which was about 6.5 miles. I had the fourth leg, which was about 5.6 miles and Kathryn had the last leg which was about 5.4 miles. We finished around 4 hours, 25 minutes total time for the team. (Official results will be available on the web site and I will update) All in all, everyone did really well and our times were good.

Linda and Angie were able to get to the race area and see most of us at least sweat a little. It was hot - aout 82ish when I ran.

More to come when I have time and more specifics. Really makes the half marathon a reality.

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