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|  Chicago Athlete Express eNewsletter October 8, 2004
Welcome to the Chicago Athlete Express. *** SPONSORED BY RUNNER'S WAY *** A new running store in Hinsdale . . . open just in time to help you
prepare for your fall and winter running season. Stop by for a video
stride analysis and try
out your new shoes on the indoor track. Runner's Way is located at 110 Chestnut St. in Hinsdale. ********************************************************* SAD NEWS Boston Marathon Legend Johnny Kelley and Olympic gold medallist
Mildred McDaniel Singleton died.
www.runningnetwork.com/news/
kelley_mcdanielsingletondeadOct04.html ********************************************************** WEB SITE LINK Interbike 2004 - the world's largest bicycle trade show! ********************************************************* RACE RESULTS WRAP UP Peoria Richwoods grad Justin Young, who's currently living in Colorado,
led Team USA at World Half Marathon Champs in India. Twin Cities Marathon - Top IL finishers Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon - Top IL finishers For more on these and other local results, check here: ********************************************************* LASALLE BANK CHICAGO MARATHON This is it! The date you've all been waiting for. Be sure to get some rest,
try
to stay off your feet as much as possible, if you're spectating - map out
your
course beforehand. Weekend happenings . . . ** Thursday Press Conference "It really has become a city-wide celebration of running and
experiencing the city," said Pinkowski. The Mayor recognized the importance of the marathon as an economic
tool that
brings tourism and an estimated $80 million dollars to the city, but he
also
stressed that the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon is, "different from
other
marathons where the city really says, 'This is our marathon.' " To conclude the conference, Malone put it best when he stared out into
the front
rows filled with elite runners from across the globe and said, "Carey,
you've done
your job man. It's time to let these guys run." ** Friday, October 8, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. ** Friday and Saturday, October 8 & 9 Here's our Top 10 Tips Countdown (provided by Chicago Athlete
readers).
A big thank-you to everyone who contributed! Here's an oldie - but goodie. Mark Buciak's 2002 feature which still has
a lot of great tips for those running the marathon this weekend. Latest News Visitor's Guide Men's Preview Women's Preview Top American Men and Women Top Locals Where Are They Now? Derek Bacalzo ********************************************************* CHICAGO RIVER SUMMIT Saturday, Oct 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kendall College, 900 N. North
Branch St.
They will discuss how to make the Chicago River "fishable and
swimmable" (yes you
read correctly!) by the year 2020. RSVP to Michael Norbeck, Office of
the Lt.
Governor at 312-814-1164 or check out www.cleanwater.il.gov. ********************************************************** VELOSWAP'S COMIN' TO CHICAGO - MARK YOUR CALENDAR
October 30th is VeloSwap Chicago---a chance for bike enthusiasts to
check out used
and new bicycles, parts, and accessories at amazingly low prices.
VeloSwap
features booth space for individuals, clubs, teams, retailers, and
manufacturers.
For more details, visit www.veloswap.com ********************************************************* CLOSER It's not too soon to think about your post race recovery.
For some helpful tips, click here: www.chicagoaa.com/
features/KeyTopsOct04.html ******************************************************** Wishing you the best in your training and racing!
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