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Spots Still Available for the Soldier Field 10 Mile.

Spots Still Available for the Soldier Field 10 Mile.
If a race is going to withstand the test of time, it needs to be constantly growing and improving on the year before. The options for runners continue to grow and on any given weekend there are several events scrapping it out for your attention and your dollar. One event that has continued to improve... Read more »
By David Wallach,
Tuesday at 7:11 am
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The Ride of Silence- Ride and Remember

The Ride of Silence- Ride and Remember
10 years ago, I was a newbie triathlete training with a group of cyclists who were much better than I was.  Getting dropped was a regular part of my group ride experience, I would ride as hard as I could for as long as I could, but eventually I would run out of gas and... Read more »
By David Wallach,
May 11, 2012 at 12:07 am
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Win a $50 Gift Card to S.A. Elite

Win a $50 Gift Card to S.A. Elite
If you haven’t had a chance to check out  S.A. Elite, the small-store concept from Sports Authority, then Saturday is your chance to kill two birds with one stone. First,  S.A. Elite is opening its third location in the Chicago area at Water Tower Place on Saturday, May 12th.  The 14,000-sq.-ft. store will be located... Read more »
By David Wallach,
May 9, 2012 at 12:07 am
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Watch the MLB All- Star Game inside the Cell!

Watch the MLB All- Star Game inside the Cell!
July 10th and the Les Turner Strike Out for ALS is a race you want to add to your race calendar. Also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease for the New York Yankees baseball icon, ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Named for Les Turner, a charismatic Chicago... Read more »
By David Wallach,
May 4, 2012 at 11:29 am
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It's Crossing Guard Day!

It's Crossing Guard Day!
Crossing guards shepherd us safely across the street. They keep children safe from traffic throughout the year–no matter the conditions: wind, rain, snow or sweltering heat. Since 2005, the State of Illinois has been officially honoring these individuals with Crossing Guard Appreciation Day, which is today. Our friends at the Active Transportation Alliance put together... Read more »
By David Wallach,
May 1, 2012 at 11:00 am
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Registration Still Open for C4- Run and Walk for Mental Health

Registration Still Open for C4- Run and Walk for Mental Health
May is mental health month.  Sunday, May 6 is the fifth annual C4- Run and Walk for Mental Health.  This four mile event helps raise money for mental health treatment.  Every year, C4 provides mental health services, substance use treatment, help for rape survivors, parenting classes and crisis counseling to more than 10,000 very low... Read more »
By David Wallach,
April 28, 2012 at 11:19 am
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Meet Pro Triathlete Julie Dibens in Highland Park

Meet Pro Triathlete Julie Dibens in Highland Park
The season is just getting started here in the Chicago area, as you set your calendar of races, make sure to also set aside time to meet and learn from the many pros. who are coming to the area to teach, train and share their knowledge with area athletes. One great opportunity is at the... Read more »
By David Wallach,
April 24, 2012 at 7:00 am
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Connor Needs Your Help- Saturday Is Your Chance to Make a Difference!

Connor Needs Your Help- Saturday Is Your Chance to Make a Difference!
Saturday afternoon from 1:00 to 4:00PM is your chance to help a child in need and upgrade or sell  your gear at the same time. The Fitness Pursuit in Grayslake is hosting a Fitness Resale for endurance athletes in an effort to help raise money for the Crusade for Connor, a charity benefiting a little... Read more »
By David Wallach,
April 20, 2012 at 11:38 am
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Win Two Free Entries to Cinco de Miler

Win Two Free Entries to Cinco de Miler
Race season is here and we will be handing out free entries all Summer long! This week we have two entries to the Cinco de Miler, Chicago’s only 5 mile race.  Yup, Shamrock falls 158.4 feet short at the 8k distance, a fun fact for you to share with your friends at your next group... Read more »
By David Wallach,
April 18, 2012 at 10:05 am
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Donate Your Gear to the Tri-Masters!

Donate Your Gear to the Tri-Masters!
The Winter of 2012 will forever be known as the Winter Mulligan, it looks like we got away with it! Before you know it, we will be able to jump into Lake Michigan and begin the open water training! As you get your tri-buy list together for the 2012 season, think about the equipment that... Read more »
By David Wallach,
April 12, 2012 at 4:00 pm
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