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Race Spots Available Via Transfers On Tri Shark Triathlon Web
Site Didn't get into Tri Shark? They will allow transfers for a
$25 fee and they must be submitted to the race director.
To find out more, check out their Forum section at:
www.tri-
shark.org
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NEWS
Chicago Athlete was busy at three races this past Sunday:
Making Great Strides Half Marathon & 5K, Ravenswood 5K and
Universal Sole Lakefront 10.
For brief race coverage and photos click here:
www.chicagoaa.com
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RESULTS
We've got 'em . . . Batavia Fox Trot 5K, Crazylegs Classic,
Following in His Footsteps 5K, Globe Trotter 5K, Making Great
Strides Half-Marathon & 5K, Northwestern Special Olympics 5K,
OSF Heritage Run, Ravenswood 5K, Run for Rett, Spring Fling 5K,
Starved Rock Runners 5K, Sullivan Triathlon, Taltree Ten,
Universal Sole Lakefront 10 and USMS Short Course National
Championships . . .
Check out:
http://www.chicagoaa.com/results/searchable.htm
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TWO WORD QUOTE
When asked who he thought was going to win the Tour de France
this summer, three-time Tour winner and cycling legend Greg
LeMond answered swiftly, "Lance Armstrong." He also mentioned
that he'd like to see Jan Ullrich in shape to challenge the
five-time winner. LeMond was at BoKoo Bikes this past Tuesday
for their Grand Opening Celebration.
Click here to see a photo gallery of him with some fans:
www.chicagoaa.com/features/greglemondApr04.html
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COMING THIS WEEKEND!
Our May issue arrived and will be distributed starting this
weekend.
Look for articles on the Golden Anniversary of the Sub-4
Mile,
SRAM: Chicago's Premier Bike Company, Triathlon Training
Myths, Buying a Bike for your Child and much more.
Reminder: If you're a CARA member, you automatically get this
in the mail as part of your membership.
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EVENT CHANGES
* Manteno Triathlon scheduled for August 15, 2004, has been
cancelled. Race organizers are hoping to revive it in 2005.
* Miller Lite Running with the Bulls, on June 20 start time has
changed to 9:30 a.m.
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THE WEEKEND AHEAD
With May upon us, the number of events to choose from is
growing with plenty of running, cycling, paddling and
orienteering events.
Check here for more information:
www.chicagoaa.com/calendar/smu.html
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CALLING ALL KNUCKLEHEADS
Here's an event you'll soitenly have a good time at---The Tour
De Stooges.
Last year the ridership increased by 40 percent and they offer
five routes to choose from between 13-63 miles, so it doesn't
matter what your age or skill level is. This is the part we
liked--- "After the ride, enjoy the all-you-can-eat brunch
buffet at McKendree College and all the Three Stooges films you
can stand." The ride starts in Lebanon, IL, on Saturday, May
1st at 8:30 a.m. There's also an International Travel Day Expo
and the town is celebrating May Day.
For more information, check out:
www.rogerkramercycling.org/stooges.htm
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CLIF BAR ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
Would you like to nominate someone for this honor? Do you know
a top Chicago Athlete who fills the following criteria?
1. Outstanding performance
2. Consistently performs well and places high in overall
finishers (doesn't need to necessarily win)M
3. Breakthrough race (e.g., finally broke 38 minutes for 10k)
4. Someone who overcomes great odds (e.g., bike accident, comes
back to ride after breaking both legs---you get the picture!)
5. Participates in a sport covered by Chicago Athlete
6. Inspirational athlete
Drop us a line at editorial@chicagoaa.com and we'll include
your input along with that of our staff for final selection.
Please be sure to include nominees name and phone number and
using the criteria listed, why you would like to nominate them
for Clif Bar Athlete of the Month.
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CLOSER
What to do with Thursday night TV? There's Survivor, Friends,
ER, and now OLN is featuring the Lance Chronicles premiering
tonight (4/29/04) at 7:30 CST (8:30 ET/PT - always double check
your listings). This is a 13-part series on Thursdays that
gives a "behind-the-scenes look at Lance and the USPS Team -
both on and off their bikes." Where's the remote? Bring on
the VCR tapes.
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Wishing you the best in your training and racing!
