tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29988426739304249172024-03-14T02:34:56.021-05:00Heather Runs Thirteen Point OneMy adventures in running... and life.Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04270167145763200625noreply@blogger.comBlogger326125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-24822662933454436132020-05-02T12:49:00.001-05:002020-05-02T12:49:37.290-05:00oh me oh myYou guys. My last post was titled, "where have i been?" and that post was OVER A YEAR AND A HALF AGO. And my post before that was a year prior. My word, did my hiatus last a long time. Not that anyone noticed or cared, but I've been saying for a while I'd like to get back into it. If for nothing else but a way to brain dump my thoughts and feelings, and it can be fun to go back and read through it all. You know, that whole see where you've been and where you're going kinda thing.<br />
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Anyway, a lot has happened since that last post. I don't even really know where to start, and clearly I'll need multiple posts to recap so it's not one ginourmous post haha. Y'all know how wordy I can get. Even my, "I'm going to keep this short and sweet," posts end up being max characters haha.<br />
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Let's just start with the here and now. We're all going through this pandemic across the globe. It's horrific and scary and crazy and gives me anxiety. I keep the anxiety and stress at bay by working out. I've gotten into the habit of waking up early to get it out of the way and start my day on a positive note. I am NOT someone who likes to wake up earlier than I have to, but I found that even being home all day and not having to commute to and from work, I was struggling to find the time to fit it in. I'd say I'd take a lunch break and use it to work out, but I ended up just working through it with high priorty projects that needed to be done ASAP. By the time I was done with work for the day, it was late and I was too tired to do anything but eat dinner and go to bed.<br />
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Mind you, the only reason I've been able to get out of bed is because I decided to set up a Zoom call with some of my BB teammates to help keep me accountable. When the alarm went off, even if I was tired and wanted to do my usual snooze for an hour, I remembered that people were waiting for me. I set up the dang thing, I couldn't skip it. So, that's what has gotten me motivated/determined to make it work. Plus, I began to see the effects of getting the endorphins going in the morning can do on the day. I felt more productive and and focused and less likely to stress out.<br />
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I haven't left the house since the shelter in place was announced except to talk the puppy twice and then to the grocery store/drop off at my moms because I wouldn't let her go to the store herself. In all honesty, I'm digging the working remote 100%, as long as everyone else is too. I know I can't do it once folks are back in the office because it's a better way to be in the know on projects and keep a better connection with colleagues, but I will definitely be keeping a day or two remote because I am very productive from home and it'll be better for my sanity to not have to make the drive every single day.<br />
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I think I'll leave it at that for now, otherwise this draft will continue to sit here and never get posted haha. More to come, but I hope everyone is staying safe, healthy, and keeping your mindset in a good place during all of this (it can be really tough sometimes... all the time).Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-72448154829869825182018-09-02T10:57:00.000-05:002018-09-03T11:29:53.892-05:00where have i been?<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hello my friends! It's been a hot minute — NINE months! — since I last posted here on my blog. Some may wonder where I've been, but I doubt too many 😂 I was never really great at keeping up with a weekly training recap, and my posts were sporadic to begin with. I rarely got in a recap of all of the races I did, which were just too many with too little time (if you remember, I'm very wordy) — and so the thought of giving up time with family or being on a computer longer than the work day wasn't appealing. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Anyway, a bit of a recap of the past nine months: I work really long hours. Training this year has been sh*t. I ran Dopey in January which was a total blast, but ended in a whole lot of pain in my heels, which I had been dealing with since mid-summer with Chicago Marathon training/race. I took a month off after another January race to try and recover/heal... and it timed out well with what I thought was a busy season at work, but really is just now my life. I dropped from the Illinois Marathon to the half, not being able to fully train with my foot problems and knowing I likely wouldn't make it the whole 26 miles without a lot of tears from pain. I knew it wasn't worth pushing it (though I knew I could finish if I wanted), risking being out of the game longer because of it. So, I continued to run no longer than a half marathon, dealing with the pain.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I switched shoes – stability to neutral – after going for a fitting. I think my foot and/or gait changed since the year I started running and got officially fit last. I went to see a massage therapist (who was amazing and helped a ton, but then I went to Lollapalooza and undid it all... but I made it all four days with minimal pain, being on my feet all day long, so win!). I'm keeping her in my routine and wonder why I waited so long to do so – it was my first ever massage, and I was nervous that I would be ticklish or uncomfortable, but she was amazing as promised by my running friends that recommended her, and so now I've gone twice with two more sessions on the schedule before the marathon in hopes that I might make it to the start line.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've gone to the podiatrist, who confirmed that it is indeed Plantar Fasciitis. It's nice to have a diagnosis and not just be guessing. I took some steroids to help with the inflammation. I am currently on week three of no running (he said 2–4 weeks from the date I saw him, which was a little over a week ago). I go back on the 10th to see how things are going. I've been doing all of my rolling, exercises, stretching and icing. I got shoe inserts in hopes they work so I don't have to go orthotics (which he said are very expensive, so to try the ones he recommended first, as he thinks they work great). I've been wearing inserts in gym shoes for work, despite the fact that we aren't supposed to wear gym shoes. No one has said anything yet, but I'm prepared to have a doctor's note if needed haha.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Anyway, I was prepared for a 12 week no running, so to be told 2–4 was a relief. And that it wasn't stress fractures. He knows I want to run the marathon, and said he'd get me back out there as soon as he could, but I also know that it's not worth risking further injury and if he thinks I'm not ready for it (along with my coach and my own feelings), I will go and cheer everyone on instead. It's all up in the air, and I am ready for whichever way the quarter lands. Obviously I'll be disappointed, but my brain and body know what's best, and sometimes you have to quiet your heart and listen. This way, there can be other marathons. I am also aware that I have two race cations planned after the marathon, and so getting to those start lines is VERY important to me, having paid all the money for the trips, so that's also in my mind. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">For the time being, I am working on my strength training, stretching, and have been doing more cycling to make up for the no running to keep the cardio there in hopes I won't lose toooo much endurance or muscle during my time off. I also find it extremely challenging mentally, especially when I'm on the trainer... it's worse than treadmill running for me. Woof, those minutes go by sloooooow. And because of that, I think it'll up my game for running. Lucky for my husband, I'm starting to like it, and so he might just get me registered for a duathlon or triathlon next year, like he's been trying to do this past year :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've been going to semi-weekly meetups with my Oiselle Volée teammates all year long (it's one of the things that gets me to leave work on time). They keep me motivated, happy, feeling supported, and are just a great crew to have in my life. I feel lucky to be a part of it. I've had plenty of races. Took a trip to Disneyland with my mom to use our Annual Passes one last time before they expired (and with no runDisney trips out there for the forseeable future, we won't be back for some time). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I recently bought some new hair tools and products from <a href="http://i.refs.cc/EHBwxLVu?u=1535992099281" target="_blank">L'ANGE</a> (blow dryer, 32mm wand, and a bunch of hair care) to try and figure out how to make my hair look more presentable and adult-like for work, instead of the big frizzy mess it usually is. Something about having hair that looks good makes you feel good, too... what a concept haha. The good thing is, most of the tools allow me to get my hair done in 30 minutes or less, which is what I need. I have a hard time waking up in the morning, so I usually don't leave myself a whole lot of time to get to work when I'm supposed to. Also, you can get <a href="http://i.refs.cc/EHBwxLVu?u=1535992099281" target="_blank">50% off your order with this link </a>if you're interested in anything. Who doesn't enjoy a good discount?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Also in the arena of looking nice for work, I finally decided to buy some (a lot) of <a href="https://t.co/fh9D3K10US" target="_blank">Glossier products</a>. I have been eyeing them for a while, and one of my instagram pals, Brit, told me how much she likes them, so I figured it was time to give it a whirl. I'm also fighting some blemishes right now, and thought a new skincare routine would be a good idea. Not to mention, I'll be having a new boss coming into the company in a week, and so I probably should start off on the right foot (aka not looking like a hot mess). Unfortunately looks do matter, and at least while I'm "proving" myself as an amazing worker and designer, better look the part haha. Anywho, if you are interested in Glossier as well, <a href="https://t.co/fh9D3K10US" target="_blank">use this link for 10% off your first purchase</a>. I'm hoping to get a review of the products I purchased and my thoughts after a few weeks of using them, if that helps others decide what they might want to try. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So, that's a quick recap of what's been going on in my world. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've been busy. I'm sure you at least noticed I'm still active on social media, so I haven't been too missed, I don't think ;) I will actively try to get more posts up, if for no one else, for myself. I do miss taking the time out to write down my thoughts on events and daily living, and can be fun to go back and read. For now, I'm sorry if you missed me, and I hope to be back again soon (to blogging AND running!).</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span>Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-36150159964807522562017-12-05T22:00:00.000-06:002017-12-09T20:18:10.676-06:00garmin forerunner 935 multisport gps watch review<span style="border: 0px; font-style: italic; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">Disclaimer: I received a <a href="https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/564291" rel="noopener" style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Garmin Forerunner 935 Multisport GPS Watch</a> from Garmin to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a <a href="https://www.bibrave.com/bibravepro" rel="noopener" style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">BibRave Pro</a> (ambassador), and check out <a href="http://www.bibrave.com/" rel="noopener" style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">BibRave.com </a>to review find and write race reviews!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've been a <a href="https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/564291" target="_blank">Garmin</a> watch user for about 3.5 years now. I had the Forerunner 220 and upgraded to the Fenix 3. The latest addition to the collection, so clearly I'm a fan of <a href="https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/564291" target="_blank">Garmin</a>, is the <a href="https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/564291" target="_blank">Forerunner 935 Multisport GPS Watch</a>.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">One of the big upgrades from my Fenix 3 to this <a href="https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/564291" target="_blank">Forerunner 935</a> is the built-in heart rate monitor. I know a lot of people do HR training, so having a built-in monitor can be super useful. I know I can't stand having the strap on; sports bras are enough to deal with, I don't need to add more chaffing items to my body.</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> If you prefer the strap, you can still use one that connects to the <a href="https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/564291" target="_blank">Forerunner 935</a> which can then give you even more data than the wrist function alone.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The amount of data you can get from the <a href="https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/564291" target="_blank">Forerunner 935</a> is outstanding. Besides heart rate, it can analyze your sleep and patterns and your stress levels. How cool is that? Though I have to say, both have been depressing numbers for me. I barely get any deep sleep and my stress levels are higher than I expected. Apparently I don't rest enough, so it's something I'd like to work on in the new year. And as far as light sleep, I'm looking into somethings that might help me get some extra deep sleep – any recommendations? I'm going to try using an eye mask again (I used to use them, but got out of the habit, but wondering if where the new placement of our bed is has more light coming at me than my previous spot and think the mask might help), and maybe trying some yoga moves before bed. Anyway... </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are a ton of different sports your can track, not just running. I've used it for cycling, and when I join a gym again, I'll be able to use it for swimming. Why would I join a gym again? Well, my husband got me a new bike for my birthday.... and now he's trying to get me to register for sprint triathlons, which means I need to not only re-learn how to ride a bike (and maybe even learn, because when I was a kid, I wasn't focused on technique, just on getting to and from my friends' houses haha), but I also have to get back into </span>swimming. In high school gym we did swimming, so practice with strokes is more recent than when I last seriously rode a bike, but still. It's been quite a while and I'm not sure I could ever really use the freestyle stroke and go in a straight line.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I noticed for cycling, a lap would consist of 5 miles. You can change this if you want in the settings. I'd venture a guess that most people using the cycling are a bit faster than I and wouldn't need updates every mile like we do for running. I'm hoping with practice I'll get faster there too ;)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love that for running I can have multiple data screens and set each one to be the data I want to see. My most utilized ones are lap pace and time. Other good data items to have on there are average pace, overall distance, and overall time (which for the life of me, I can't remember the correct term for at the moment haha). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The battery life on this bad boy is nearly two weeks, but if you know me and my odd anxieties, I need to charge it before it gets below 50%. It's just a weird thing I have. I prefer to see the battery on green, rather than yellow or red. It freaks me out of illogical reasons. Green is good, and I prefer to see that color more often on my watch. Speaking of...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Another cool thing you can do with your watch is set the watch face. You can download from Connect IQ on your phone or the computer, and most of them allow you to customize colors and which data items are most important to you. On my old watch, my favorite was the countdown watch face. With this one, I've been using one that shows my stair & step goal and how far I've gotten on each, time, notification number, battery, and date. I was able to choose my colors for each item. You can also create your own watch faces using the FaceIt App. Another fun way to customize it to your style is to get some colored wristbands – I bought a few to try (blue and lime green), but haven't had a chance to switch them out yet. Sounds like it shouldn't be too hard, though. I love that you can make it your own, while still getting all of the benefits it offers.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The watch is extremely lightweight, weighing in at only 49 grams. Way more lightweight than I was expecting. It's very comfortable to wear, but I'm not sure sleeping in it is for me. I think I sleep weird or something, because it's usually in the way or hurting my face haha. I thought that maybe after a month of wearing it every night it wouldn't bother me anymore and I'd be used to it, but not quite. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This watch is pretty baller and I haven't even scratched the surface of everything it can do yet. I think it might take me a year to figure out all of the amazing features and how it can improve my running and day to day life. Highly recommend, but if it's not quite in your wheelhouse, I'd say you could get any <a href="https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/564291" target="_blank">Garmin</a> and be happy. The phone app syncs quickly and easily to your watch and all of the information can be found in the app and online; which they are continuously updating to make it more user friendly. I've been a fan for a few years, and I don't think I'll ever switch to a different brand because I've been so happy with their products and user experience.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Three of the same watch. Three different watch faces and personalities.</td></tr>
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Offers advanced running and multisport features in a comfortable watch you can wear all day, and it only weighs 49 grams</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Provides elevation changes with a built-in barometer; altimeter and electronic compass help you keep your bearings</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Evaluates your training status to indicate if you’re undertraining or overdoing it and offers additional performance monitoring features</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Provides advanced dynamics² for running, cycling and swimming, including ground contact time balance, stride length and more</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Battery life: up to 2 weeks in watch mode, up to 24 hours in GPS mode, up to 50 hours in UltraTrac™ mode (with wrist-based heart rate), or up to 60 hours in UltraTrac™ mode (without wrist-based heart rate)</span></li>
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Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-55371732033522037532017-12-03T18:42:00.003-06:002017-12-03T18:42:50.990-06:00boco gear hat and visor review<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"></span><br />
<i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">Disclaimer: I received <a href="http://www.bocogear.com/" target="_blank">BOCO Gear 360º Visor and Trail Hat</a> to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a <a href="http://bibravepro.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">BibRave Pro</a> (ambassador), and check out <a href="http://bibrave.com/">BibRave.com</a> to review find and write race reviews!</span> </i><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">You're probably noticed the only time I don't run with a visor or hat is when the sun isn't out. Even on cloudy days, I'll still usually wear something with the lip to protect my face and shield my eyes from too much light. I have very sensitive eyes. Having to squint leads to headaches, so I always have sunglasses and hats or visors on. I'll also wear one if it's raining to help better see while running in the rain and keeping that said rain out of me eyes and face.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I had the chance to test out some BOCO headwear for BibRave, and as it so happens, was also BibRave branded ;) I also own the trucker hat and the stocking hat from BOCO. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">BOCO Gear is the new leader in performance gear for endurance athletes. They offer stylish, technical headwear and accessories for your brand, team or event. Fully customized with wicking fabrications and technical innovation, their gear is designed for and tested by top athletes. They sweat the details!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The one I wore the most was the visor. I liked the fit and it absorbed the sweat well. I heat up quickly once I start moving, so visors are usually my pick over hats, unless it's a shorter run. Long runs require a visor unless it's below 20 degrees. That's usually when I'll need something to cover my ears... which might also turn into a BUFF® as an ear band to keep my head open for air haha. Anyway – we are all different and what we require on our heads is different for everyone.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The specific visor I received is the <a href="http://www.bocogear.com/product/360-visor-black/" target="_blank">BOCO 360º Visor®</a>. <i>Whether you are on a run or on the run, the <a href="http://www.bocogear.com/product/360-visor-black/" target="_blank">BOCO 360º Visor®</a> is a great option for the active athlete across all sports. Stylish and updated, the <a href="http://www.bocogear.com/product/360-visor-black/" target="_blank">BOCO 360º Visor®</a> will be one of the most comfortable adjustable visors you have ever worn.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Some key features of the <a href="http://www.bocogear.com/product/360-visor-black/" target="_blank">BOCO 360º Visor®</a>:</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Wicking internal sweatband to move sweat from your forehead</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Soft brushed elastic back for comfort and fit</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Relaxed fit front panel for a better performance and comfort</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Black underside of the bill to reduce glare</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Curved bill</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Definitely a keeper in the visor rotation list.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The other BOCO hat I tested was the <a href="http://www.bocogear.com/product/kona-2017-trail-hat/" target="_blank">Trail Hat</a>. I wore this one when I went bike riding. It's not quite the style I like to wear for running – just not me – but I did find it was great for riding to wear under my helmet, but also keep the sun out of my eyes. Being lightweight, it still allowed my head to breath while being safe in my helmet, and didn't seem bulky or uncomfortable at all.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Straight from the innovation lab (aka- the trails) to the production line and finally to KONA…our latest creation, the Trail Hat. Combining the features of our ever popular Run hat and the award winning Tweener hat with a little Kona inspired design. Moisture wicking sweatband and lightweight mesh panels work with the moldable bill to make this hat exactly what you need. Function and Fashion are equal here….so by all means Train, Race, Hang out, and repeat often.</i></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Camp hat styling</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Performance fabrications</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Wicking sweatband</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Adjustable back closure</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Flat moldable bill</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Are you someone that always needs a hat or visor to run? Have you tried BOCO Gear? They've got some pretty sweet gear on their website. I suggest you give them a look-see.</span></div>
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Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-69086698965665783292017-12-03T17:46:00.004-06:002017-12-03T17:46:48.630-06:00knuckle lights colors review<i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">Disclaimer: I received <a href="https://knucklelights.com/collections/all/products/knuckle-lights-colors?variant=49984169620" target="_blank">Knuckle Lights COLORS</a> to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a <a href="http://bibravepro.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">BibRave Pro</a> (ambassador), and check out <a href="http://bibrave.com/">BibRave.com</a> to review find and write race reviews!</span> </i><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">With fall and winter upon us, that means running in the dark. The sun rises late and sets early, leaving us runners with very little time to run in the daylight. Not all of us work from home or have the ability to go for a runch. Even my short runs take me close to an hour, so even if I didn't mind showing back up to work all sweaty, I just don't have the time to go during my lunch break.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This leaves early morning runs (not my thing), or evening runs. I'd say that even if you have street lights in your area, having </span><a href="https://knucklelights.com/collections/all/products/knuckle-lights-colors?variant=49984169620" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Knuckle Lights COLORS</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> with you is a smart way to go out, as it can allow you to see the cracks, potholes, etc a bit easier, it also makes YOU more visible to cars. Just like wearing bright, reflective clothing is safe, having some extra lights that make you more visible to cars can help keep you on your feet.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've tried the <a href="http://www.heatherrunsthirteenpointone.com/2017/01/illuminate-your-run-knuckle-lights.html" target="_blank">Knuckle Lights rechargeable</a>, and they are awesome. They hold a charge for a long time, and being able to plug them in to get them ready for the next run is easy. I was a little weary of the battery powered ones, as I had a pair a very long time ago that seemed to require new batteries every run. Lucky for me, these do not have this problem. The batteries last MUCH longer and I have yet to replace them, even after maybe 8 hours of use. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Here's a quick guide to </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://knucklelights.com/collections/all/products/knuckle-lights-colors?variant=49984169620" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Knuckle Lights COLORS</a>:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The ultra wide flood beans move with the natural motion of your arms, providing an even, steady light that illuminates the entire area in front of you.</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">120 Total Lumens — The extra bright lights emit a wide flood beam, providing a steady, even light in front of you that does not bounce, even with your arms moving.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2 Lights Per Set — The units connect together magnetically. The soft silicone straps are easily adjusted to fit any size hand and even over gloves. The units are almost unnoticeable at less than 3 ounces each.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3 Power Settings — High, Low and Blinking.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Batteries Included — Each unit operates on 1 X AA battery</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Waterproof — The units are fully waterproof and can be used in any type of weather, and will operate in below freezing temperatures down to -20 Celsius.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">For the past six or so years, I ran a fairly local Turkey Trot and loved it. Unfortunately, it was cancelled this year and I was on the hunt for a new race. If I was going to wake up early on Thanksgiving, a day off from work, I wanted to do something longer than a 5k. That made narrowed down my search a lot. There's a ton of races in the area that are 5ks, but not a lot of longer distance races available. Lucky for me, RAM Racing was hosting a 5k and 10k in Highland Park. Though this was a bit of a trek for me, running 6.2 miles made it worth it, plus, I knew the area well enough from the North Shore Classic Half Marathon in June that I have run twice, which means I knew where I could park, which helps ease a lot of my anxiety when doing new races.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Packet pickup was on Tuesday and Wednesday, which I wouldn't be able to make because of work, so paid the $15 for packet mailing. I received my long sleeve, gender specific and bib in the mail about a week before the race. Race morning my mom and I got to the parking lot around 7:20. The 5k started at 7:30 and the 10k began at 8:10. We were only parked a block away, so we stayed in the car where it was warm for a while before getting to the race site around 7:45. We hit up the portapotties, no lines, and then walked around a bit to stay warm before getting into the corrals. A–F were the 5k, and then G–I were the 10k. We were in the last corral and started around and started at 8:13am.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It was a pretty chilly morning, starting at 33 degrees and feels like 24 with 10mph winds. It was sunny, so that helped keep me warm, but at times, the wind made it coooold. I ended up taking off my gloves and putting them on a few times. My hat came off pretty early too. The views along the course were pretty – nice homes, lots of trees, and enjoyable. The course was open to cars, but most were very much alert to the event and would go slow. There were a ton of volunteers and police officers on the course to make sure the runners stayed on course and were safe. There were two aid stations on course with water and Nuun, and each mile had markers and clocks.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The course had some hills and was enjoyable. It was a nice way to spend Thanksgiving morning with my mom. After crossing the finish line, there were cups of Nuun, bottled water, Apple Pie (individually wrapped with two in a container), Clif Bars, and mini candy canes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The results were up the next day along with free photos available to download. My only issue with the race was the lack of weekend packet pickup or race day. I appreciate being able to get it mailed, but $15 is a bit much. If my other race doesn't come back next year, then I'll likely do this one again as I like the 10k distance and the course was great. You can read my <a href="https://www.bibrave.com/races/north-shore-turkey-trot/8915" target="_blank">BibRave review here</a>.</span>Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-66768154745258643812017-11-19T22:00:00.000-06:002017-11-25T18:47:34.548-06:00eagle creek cargo hauler duffel review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">You probably have noticed that I run with a lot of gear, which also means for races (even local), I have a lot to bring with me. I like to be prepared, so I have ALL the things. And often times, this means I have three different bags of stuff. In the winter it's even worse, because a change of clothes after a very cold Chicago winter race means some bulky, warm sweatshirts, pants, and yep, even a blanket.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In comes the <a href="https://shop.eaglecreek.com/cargo-hauler-duffel-60l-m/d/1527C1666?CategoryId=332&Query=cargo%20hauler" target="_blank">Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler Duffel 60L</a>. The 60L is their medium sized bag, and let me tell you, it is a very decent size. For reference, they have a small duffel which is 45L and a large which is 120L. They come in blue/grey, black, fern/grey (my pick, because even though I love blue, I figured I should branch out a bit (pun not intended haha)), cherry/grey, and orange/grey. All great options, it just depends on your style.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Surprisingly, the bag is very light and only weights 1lb 12oz. It is made with an extra-durable, water-repellent coated Bi-Tech™ Armor Lite fabric; fusion of technology that merges max abrasion-resistance with ultra-light carry. Don't be confused though, water-repellent is not waterproof. If you are caught in a downpour, it's likely to soak through the bag and get some items wet (most likely the outside pockets vs the larger inside one, if that helps). </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Want to check the bag? Remove those backpack straps and stuff them in a pocket. Lock the #10 zippers. The bottom is foam padded to help protect contents against impact. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I use this bag just about every weekend to gather my race gear, change of clothes, for the group runs that I attend right after work. My husband makes fun of me for packing it for races, because it is large, asking if I'm leaving for the weekend. Truth it, it's just easier to toss things in it than trying to shove it all in a smaller bag. And it smooshes down, so it's not like it's really taking up that much space. I'm not filling it to the brim haha.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Eagle Creek also has this great 'No Matter What Warranty'. It covers the Lifetime Warranty promise plus the added insurance of repair or replacement due to damage, regardless of the cause. During this period, they will repair or replace it at their discretion.</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">ULTRA-LIGHT (You can’t tell by the picture, but the 60L weighs only 1 lb 12 oz!!)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Made with an extra-durable, water-repellent coated Bi-Tech™ Armor Lite fabric: a fusion of technology that merges max abrasion-resistance with ultra-light carry</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Carry by its removable backpack straps, padded top haul handles, or side grab handle</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">U-shaped lid for easy access to main compartment</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sizeable easy-access zippered end pockets for gear organization</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Six heavy-duty lash points for attaching this bag to a roof rack</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">#10 lockable zippers with storm flap shield zipper from rain</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Capacity – </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3665 cu in | 60 L</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Dimensions – </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">26.5 x 10.25 x 13.5 in | 67 x 26 x 34 cm</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Modular </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Dimensions –</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">13.5 x 10.5 x 5 in | 34 x 26.5 x 12.5 cm</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Weight – </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 lbs 12 oz | 0.82 kg</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The </span><a href="https://shop.eaglecreek.com/cargo-hauler-duffel-60l-m/d/1527C1666?CategoryId=332&Query=cargo%20hauler" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler Duffel 60L</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> is usually $99, but is currently $79.20, so act fast if you want to grab yourself one of these versatile bags. If you want to go smaller, the 45L is $71.20 (marked down from $89), and the 120L is $95.20 (usually $119). You'll also get free shipping on orders $49+ (may depend on your location).</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Check out this cool video that fellow BibRave Pro and good friend, known as Daddy Did You Win? on social media, posted on YouTube packing the </span><a href="https://shop.eaglecreek.com/cargo-hauler-duffel-60l-m/d/1527C1666?CategoryId=332&Query=cargo%20hauler" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler Duffel 60L</a><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">:</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">It fits so much stuff!! I'd definitely recommend the </span><a href="https://shop.eaglecreek.com/cargo-hauler-duffel-60l-m/d/1527C1666?CategoryId=332&Query=cargo%20hauler" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler Duffel 60L</a> if you're looking for a durable, versatile, sturdy, light-weight bag for traveling or if you're a need all the gear for every single run kind of person like me.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">RAM Racing Pumpkins in the Park 5k took place on Saturday, October 21 with a race start of 4pm (2:30pm for the Kids Spooky Sprint). I love afternoon/evening races, so this is ideal for me (though traffic around/in the city on a Saturday afternoon is not ideal. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We got to the race site around 3pm (parked in the Lincoln Park Zoo lot) and grabbed our packets. The line was pretty long, but went quickly. We stopped back at the car to get race ready and then wandered the zoo a bit before heading back to the race. They also had packet pickup on Friday at Fleet Feet Old Town, but I wasn't able to make that, so I was very glad they did race day and I didn't have to pay $15 for shipping.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I met up with fellow BibRave Pro Bree for a quick chat and photo, and then it was time to line up. We were in corral C, which started a few minutes after 4pm. The course is below, but it basically wound around the park, went north, turned around and came back south till the finish.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The course was a bit narrow at times, and you had to be careful of your footing because it wasn't always a smooth surface (cracks and bumps, sometimes pavement, sometimes dirt). It didn't seem as congested as the year before, or maybe it was, but being prepared for it had my expectations on the same level.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It was fun to see all of the families and different costumes. At the finish line, we received a cup of Nuun, bottled water, a taffy apple covered in sprinkles, mini Clif bar, and individually wrapped mini pumpkin pies (two in a package). Yum. I found Bree again and we talked about our race, then she had to get going. We initially were going to grab beers, but then saw the very long line (as they were checking IDs and doing wristbands), and since we were hungry for dinner, decided to leave. They were also making popcorn and handing that out.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">For dinner we went to Burger Antics in Brookfield, which has some amazing food and beer. I couldn't decide on a burger, so I got the three slider option where you can choose different ones. It was awesome. We then had some pumpkin pie cheesecake for dessert. Great way to celebrate my birthday - running, burgers, fries, beer, and pie.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you're looking for a fun Halloween race, you should give this one a go in 2018. They also have a costume contest, so bring your A game and win some prizes. I think there were also awards for the top 3 women and men, but don't quote me on that.</span></div>
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Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-46535858460233192262017-11-17T22:57:00.002-06:002017-11-17T22:57:34.247-06:00buff® thermonet™ multifunctional headwear and hat review<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><i style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Disclaimer: I received <a href="http://buffusa.com/buff-products/women/multifunctional-headwear/thermonet/crash-berry" target="_blank">BUFF® ThermoNet™ Multifunctional Headwear and hat</a> to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a <a href="http://bibravepro.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">BibRave Pro</a> (ambassador), and check out <a href="http://bibrave.com/">BibRave.com</a> to review find and write race reviews!</span></i></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Winter is coming (or here for some people). Despite the fact that it's still fall as far as dates go, plenty of us have been getting those sub 20 degree temps already. Granted, here in Chicagoland, it didn't seem to get away from summer until the end of October. I was hoping that when the <a href="http://www.buffusa.com/" target="_blank">BUFF</a>® goodies came in early October, I'd be able to use them right away. Unfortunately, it didn't cool down enough for me to test them until Hot Chocolate 15k came around.</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I love <a href="http://www.buffusa.com/" target="_blank">BUFF</a>® products. I use the half <a href="http://www.buffusa.com/" target="_blank">BUFF</a>® all summer long to wipe away sweat from my face (and to prevent that unpleasant eye burn) and it's great in the winter as a headband to keep the ears warm or as a face mask to keep the face warm and to warm up the air a bit before breathing it in. It's been an essential piece of gear no matter the weather, so of course I wanted to try out their new <a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/hats-category/tech-hat-family/thermonet-hat-collection.html" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">ThermoNet™</a> line.</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I love the color options – I went with crash berry, which is a mix of purples, but also really liked the arrowhead option. The hats come in four options: crash berry, black, arrowhead, or Banff Film Festival. The multifunctional headwear has a few more: black, crash berry, soft hills turquoise, damask purple, hunter military, and tip logo.</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I was glad I brought both the hat and multifunctional headwear for Hot Chocolate 15k on Sunday, October 29 as it was pretty cold standing around waiting to start, especially in the shade. I think it was around upper 20s. Once we started going, I was able to warm up and eventually take off the hat and then the <a href="http://www.buffusa.com/" target="_blank">BUFF</a>® that was being used as a gaiter.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">They came in handy again for Hot Cider Hustle 8k last weekend when it was windy and the temp was 19 degrees during the race. Snow and ice on the ground, <a href="http://www.buffusa.com/" target="_blank">BUFF </a>® <a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/hats-category/tech-hat-family/thermonet-hat-collection.html" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">ThermoNet™</a> at and multifunctional headwear around the face kept me warm. Of course, I eventually got hot and took off the hat haha, but it's always needed the first mile or two (and all that pre-race standing around). You know me, I always get hot fast, which is why I'm still in shorts when it's in the 40s ;)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">They are both super soft and comfortable and can be worn </span>together, or separate. I like that the hat is able to fit my headphones underneath a little better than some of the other hats I've tried. These items will definitely be a staple this winter along with the Merino Wool <a href="http://www.buffusa.com/" target="_blank">BUFF</a>® (also super soft and necessary to add to your collection!).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Here are more technical details about the products from the website:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When weather conditions require high-thermal insulation, the new </span><a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/hats-category/tech-hat-family/thermonet-hat-collection.html" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">ThermoNet™</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> multifunctional headwear provides maximum protection from the cold. This comfortable, thin multifunctional headwear is made with breathable, durable PrimaLoft® yarn that is four times warmer than regular microfiber. The result of years of research and testing, </span><a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/hats-category/tech-hat-family/thermonet-hat-collection.html" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">ThermoNet™</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> multifunctional headwear wicks moisture away from your skin while trapping heat inside, keeping you comfortable and dry in even the most frigid winter weather.</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Featuring PrimaLoft® yarn</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">4 times warmer than microfiber</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">High warmth-to-weight ratio means you don’t need bulk to stay warm</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Complete the look with a matching <a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/hats-category/tech-hat-family/thermonet-hat-collection.html" target="_blank">ThermoNet™ Hat</a>:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When the temperature dips, keeping your head warm is the key to whole-body temperature regulation. Our new </span><a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/hats-category/tech-hat-family/thermonet-hat-collection.html" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">ThermoNet™ Hat</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> provides maximum protection from the cold with a breathable, durable PrimaLoft® yarn that is four times warmer than regular microfiber. The result of years of research and testing, the ThermoNet™ Hat wicks moisture away from your skin while trapping heat inside, keeping your head comfortable and dry in even the most frigid winter weather.</span><br />
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Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-79079971855406717692017-11-01T20:54:00.000-05:002017-11-01T20:54:04.422-05:00rundisney wine and dine half marathon weekend<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You guys! It's here! One of my favorite race weekends of the year. The 2017 Wine and Dine Half Marathon will be my sixth year here, AND, it's the race that got me into running and runDisney (and honestly, Disney too – yes, I loved the movies when I was a kid, but I was too busy traveling for Irish Dancing to go to Disney as a kid, so now I'm feeling like a kid when I'm here to make up for it haha).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">While I'm still sad it isn't a 5k and half marathon all in one day, with the half marathon at night (I LOVE night running. It's my favorite.), I do enjoy that there is a challenge and I can earn an extra two medals now. Now that I'm older, I really need my naps post-races with those super early morning wake up calls, so having to do that three days in a row really eats into my park time. It used to be just one day 'wasted' – wake up early, run the 5k, nap and rest all day, run half marathon, party, sleep in Sunday, and rock out the rest of the days. Now it's wake up early, run, nap, park time, bed early. Repeat. Repeat. So I feel like I spend too much time napping rather than having fun at the parks. I'm just so tired these days haha.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Anyway, the expo starts tomorrow and I'm excited to see what all of the merchandise is; runDisney just revealed the race shirts. I really want the kids one with Figment on it! How cute. I like Mickey and all, but I wish the 5k, 10k, and half marathon shirts had just a little more variety to them. I'll make my final decision on them when I see them in person. I'm really hoping that orange is more neon than it seems, but I really like the other colors.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thursday, November 2, 2017 - 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Friday, November 3, 2017 - 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Check out the <a href="http://rodale-usa.instantmagazine.com/rundisney/dwwdhm17eventguide" target="_blank">event guide here</a> for all the information you need.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The courses look interesting too. Different than last year. I'm a little nervous about the 10k and half you don't get to anything good until mile 4 or so. Plus, starting so close to Magic Kingdom, but not actually running through it kind of stinks. I know this race never has, but with the course changes, and starting in a MK parking lot, it's like why not? haha. I'm really glad the 5k is back at Animal Kingdom and that the half goes through AK, Hollywood Studios, and Epcot like the good old days (though I'll be missing the dancing lights!). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Regardless of good course or bad course, runDisney races are always a ton of fun, and I'm sure this year will be no different. Who else will be here? Any fun costumes? What are you most excited for? Any social meet ups happening that I'm unaware of and should go to?</span><br />
<br />Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-10338588819029871012017-10-22T20:00:00.000-05:002017-10-23T22:43:38.485-05:00oofos project pink<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><i style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Disclaimer: I received <a href="https://www.oofos.com/collections/ribbon/products/oofos-ribbon-oocloog-womens?variant=17167479109" target="_blank">a pair of OOcloog Project Pink Clog</a> to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a <a href="http://bibravepro.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">BibRave Pro</a> (ambassador), and check out <a href="http://bibrave.com/">BibRave.com</a> to review find and write race reviews!</span></i></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">I am a big fan of <a href="https://www.oofos.com/" target="_blank">OOFOS</a> products. I have their <a href="http://www.heatherrunsthirteenpointone.com/2017/05/oofos-oomg-review.html" target="_blank">OOmg Low Shoe</a> (which they just came out with a full black color that I need for work stat), the <a href="http://www.heatherrunsthirteenpointone.com/2016/08/oofos-ooriginal-sports-sandal-review.html" target="_blank">OOriginal Sport Sandal</a>, and I picked up a pair of the limited/special edition Chicago Marathon OOsport Slide Sandal.</span><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Obviously I'm trying to get a full collection of their products and was in need of adding the <a href="https://www.oofos.com/collections/ribbon/products/oofos-ribbon-oocloog-womens?variant=17167479109" target="_blank">OOcloog Clog</a>. When BibRave gave the Pros the change to be involved with OOFOS Project Pink, I wanted to be a part of the promotion and was thankfully picked to receive the clog. Yahoo!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">During Chicago Marathon training, I was having a lot of heel issues (believed by me to be a symptom of tight calves/PF flare ups). This meant if I sat down to long, or after sleeping, I had a lot of trouble walking without pain when I got up again. Keeping <a href="https://www.oofos.com/collections/ribbon/products/oofos-ribbon-oocloog-womens?variant=17167479109" target="_blank">OOFOS</a> by my bed so I could slip them on when I woke up helped immensely. I also wore them around the house, as I read being barefoot would make PF worse.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I love to toss them in my car for post-race. I will note that they are warm, so for most of the past month I haven't been able to wear them outside the house because it's been too hot for them (needed the sandals), but it's starting to cool down, so they've been useful for running errands. So, if your feet are always cold, these will work for you year round. If you are like me, and your feet got hot quick, then they'll be more of a fall and winter shoe and I'll rotate in my sandals during warmer temps.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What makes them different? OOFOS are made with OOFoam, which absorbs 37% more shock than traditional footwear foam. They reduce stress on your feet, knees, and back. They cradle your arches. More information regarding why <i><a href="https://www.oofos.com/pages/your-feet-earned-this" target="_blank">your feet have earned this</a></i>.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Now onto the Project Pink portion (information from the OOFOS website). </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="color: #222222;">This extends beyond footwear to a cause that strikes way too close to home: the fight against breast cancer.</span><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white;">Duncan Finigan is a long time member of the OOFOS family and was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer in October 2014. After Duncan’s diagnosis, it was an easy decision for us to choose breast cancer research as the cause that OOFOS would stand behind. </span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white;">$10 of every pair of the Project Pink collection sold is donated to breast cancer treatment research at Dana-Farber. As one of the world’s leading cancer care centers, the Dana-Farber team works tirelessly to find a cure to help the millions around the world that are affected. </span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Read more about <a href="https://www.oofos.com/blogs/ooah-moments/27085764-duncan-s-story" target="_blank">Duncan's Story here</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I can't believe we are coming to my birthday weekend! This year has been flying by. We are already past mid-October. Say what?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Anyway, my next race is on Saturday and it's my pre-race birthday fun. I ran it last year on my birthday and had a good time, so decided to come back again for 2017. I generally don't do many 5k these day unless there's a cool medal, but what draws me to this race is that it's in the afternoon (4pm start time), so I don't have to get up at 4am to get into the city for only 3.1 miles. In the afternoon, you can walk around Lincoln Park Zoo pre-race if you get there early, which I intend to do.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Some other fun things about this race:</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Costume contest (Bring out your best costumes for this year's costume contest! This year, prizes will be awarded for the Best Original Costume and Best Group Costume. The sky's the limit, so let's see what you've got!)Individual mini pumpkin pie</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://revbrew.com/&source=gmail&ust=1508554056222000&usg=AFQjCNFN3SZcSisweu2y0FaI8CT28bLH4w" href="https://revbrew.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Revolution Brewing</a> Cross of Gold Pale Ale (for our 21 and over participants)</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Friday, October 20, 2017: 10am to 8pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Looking for plans on Saturday? Come join the fun. Use code BibRavePP17 to score a free RAM Racing branded water bottle at packet pickup.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This year's goodie bag includes a long-sleeved technical tee (purple with a bat on the front and gender specific sizes). All participants in the CLIF Kids Spooky Sprints will receive a youth t-shirt, sure to brighten up those spooky fall nights! They're pretty cute.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are you headed there this Saturday? Dressing in costume? Let me know in the comments :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-kerning: none;"><i>Disclaimer: I received </i><a href="https://www.pumpkins5k.com/"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; color: #551a8b;"><i>an entry for Pumpkins in the Park 5k</i></span></a><i> and <a href="https://www.hotchocolate15k.com/chicago" target="_blank">Hot Chocolate 15k</a> to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a </i><a href="http://bibravepro.tumblr.com/"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; color: #551a8b;"><i>BibRave Pro</i></span></a><i> (ambassador), and check out </i><a href="http://bibrave.com/"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; color: #551a8b;"><i>BibRave.com</i></span></a><i> to review find and write race reviews!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Now that the Chicago Marathon is over, I can think about a few more fun races on the schedule - no pressure of time goals, just fun.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">On deck I have Pumpkins in the Park 5k on Saturday, October 21 and Hot Chocolate 15k Chicago on Sunday, October 29.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">What I like about Pumpkins in the Park 5k, other than that it’s a fun way to celebrate a birthday, is that it’s a later afternoon race, starting at 4pm. Sleeping in for the win! I’m much more of a night runner, so this makes me happy. They also have race day packet pickup, which is essential for those of us that don’t work in the city and can’t make it in there easily on the weekdays.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The race takes place near Lincoln Park Zoo and goody bag includes a long sleeve tech shirt (these were super soft last year, and looks like it’s the same material this year) + individual pumpkin pies at the finish line! Taffy Apples! Popcorn! Costume contest! lots of fun stuff haha.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hot Chocolate 15k always has sweet sweatshirts and delicious treats awaiting you at the finish line. This will be my third year, but unfortunately not in consecutive, or I’d be able to score that legacy title and get some extra perks. I ran a few years ago, but then the race weekend was always when I was doing runDisney Wine and Dine Half Marathon down in Florida, so I was happy when they switched to October in 2016. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Saturday, October 21 – RAM Racing Pumpkins in the Park 5k. Use code <b>BibRavePP17</b> for a free RAM racing water bottle</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sunday, October 29 – RAM Racing Hot Chocolate 5/15k. Use code <b>BRHCCHI17</b> for a free Hot Chocolate branded hat</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">R</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">AM Racing Bucktown 5k was held on Sunday, September 17. This was my second year running it (2016 was my first; </span><a href="http://www.heatherrunsthirteenpointone.com/2016/09/bucktown-5k-recap.html" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">recap here</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">). Though I have been trying to mostly run 10k or longer distance races, I couldn't help but register for this Bucktown 5k. Why? Because of the goodie bag. This year's included a super soft, Chicago flag blanket, and when I saw it in person at an expo/felt it, well, it was just too good to pass up.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My mom picked up my bib for me on Friday afternoon at Fleet Feet Sports in Old Town. She said pickup was easy and no problems. We left the house around 7 and got to the race around 7:30. I went to where I parked last year, and both sides of the street were full. This put me in panic mode, even though we had a lot of time still. Parking in the city isn't easy, and since the course was a no parking zone, it meant all of the cars that normally were parked there were displaced, which means there was going to be limited parking in the area.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">In our search, we came across a policeman on the course. We asked if he knew where some parking might be and he said he had no idea. So, we just drove around. Eventually we found some metered parking on the street maybe mile from the race. A lot of other runners parked here as well, and in the end, though it cost us $4 rather than being free, it was closer to Starbucks and Stan's Donuts, so worked out better haha. I tried to get my mom to get out of the car near the race so she would have time for the bathroom in case we were cutting it close, but she refused.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Anyway, we were parked before</span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"> 8, got our gear ready, and walked over to the race site. Plenty of time to use the portapotties, which didn't have very long lines, and all was fine. There was a DJ and an announcer letting people know when to go line up in the corrals. The race start was different than last year, moved up just a little bit so all of the corrals were on one street rather than being 'L' shaped, turning down a different street.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There were 6 corrals released every 3 minutes or so. We were in the second to last, and I ran with my mom the whole way with her intervals (45/45). The congestion seemed a bit better to me than last year, not running into as many people. I'd say the course was pretty wide in most cases, and MOST cars had parked elsewhere (there was an occasional car you had to weave around). Two sections you ran on half the street, as the other half was for another portion of the course, but it wasn't long or bad, and it was cool to watch the other runners go by.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There were so many families out cheering for all of the runners, it made the race seem very special and local. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">At the finish line, we were given a cup of Nuun, bottled water, a banana, and a bag of snacks which included Soy chocolate milk, a plain bagel, Clif mini bar, Rice Krispy treat, and a piroucrisp. Post-race site had a DJ, games, and a photo backdrop. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Definitely looking at running again in 2018 – looks like they are voting between a chicago flag blue long sleeve tech shirt with the 4 stars on the sleeve or a duffel bag. They both looked pretty cool. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Have you ever run this race? Did anything I mention make you want to register? :)</span>Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-27262133735106284092017-09-24T21:28:00.000-05:002017-09-24T21:28:05.301-05:005k crate subscription box review<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i style="font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Disclaimer: I received <a href="https://www.runmagmile.com/" target="_blank">one 5k crate</a> to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a <a href="http://bibravepro.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">BibRave Pro</a> (ambassador), and check out <a href="http://bibrave.com/">BibRave.com</a> to review find and write race reviews!</span></i></span><br />
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Each quarter you will receive quality apparel, gear, and accessories from well known brands like Nathan, HydraKlick, Mission, Nike, Zensah, Kunckle Lights, Nike and others that are sure to motivate you but more importantly, that you are sure to use over and over again. You choose men or women, then your shoe, top, and bottom sizes. </div>
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When I opened my box, I noticed how nicely packed it was. There was a card (with a short handwritten note on it) that described the products inside and what the costs of each product was. So what came in my box (July–September box)?</div>
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<li>Mission VaporActive Alpha Running Shirt (hot pink) $35.95</li>
<li>Mission VaporActive Cooling Towel (blue) $19.99</li>
<li>Spigen Wireless Bluetooth Headphones (black) $45.00</li>
<li>Zensah No-Show Compression Socks (white, grey, and bright pink) $19.99</li>
<li>Epic Full-Size Body Wipes (x2) $2.50 each</li>
<li>La Fresh Travel Sunscreen Samples (x3... except mine only had 2, but that's ok) $1.00 each</li>
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The box arrived the day before I left for Disneyland, so I packed the Zensah socks and the travel sunscreen samples since I knew I could get some use out of those on my trip. Let's go down the line and discuss a little about each product.</div>
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I'm not gonna lie. I didn't love this shirt. While the VaporActive and the color were great, it just wasn't a great cut for me. I'm very picky about what I wear for running, because if there's any seams rubbing, that can be uncomfortable (and lead to chaffing). The shirt was just a snug on my muffin top, and I could tell it would bother me while running, so I didn't wear it for that. It's fine for walking or just to wear for errands/around the house (because I wear tech shirts all day if I can), but not great for me personally to run in. I think maybe if I went a size up on that one it would work... but you know how tricky sizing can be. For whatever reason, sizes are different and fit different depending on brand and style. </div>
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This came in HANDY. It has been hot here in Chicago, and while training for the Chicago Marathon, some of these long runs have been brutal. Like, 90s and sunny. That is not my cup of tea at all. If you know me or follow me, you'll know that I prefer 30s over summer temps. I tossed this towel in my bag and would use it after my long runs. It helped to cool me down and feel more comfortable post-run. Just yesterday I ran at noon in the city when it was another hot day (95 and sunny, ick). I actually folded up the towel and put it in the pocket of my hydration pack. I only had to run 3 miles, but they were tough. At mile 2, I took out the towel, wet it at the water fountain on the lake front path, and wore it around my neck for the last mile. It's getting a lot of use and I would highly recommend it for anyone that overheats like I do in the summer. I say overheat like I do, because I get crazy hot running even in the 50s and 60s haha.</div>
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So, I already have a pair of wireless bluetooth headphones I love for running. They are open ear so they are awesome for safety when outside. And they fit nicely. I have a really hard time getting most earbuds to stay in my ear, especially when running. So I'm not going to mess with what already works so well. Instead of wearing these for running, I decided to bring them to work. They're nice headphones, and it's nice not to be constantly dropping my phone because I turned and pulled the cord of wired headphones, landing my phone on the floor. </div>
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I'm a big fan of Zensah, and wear their compressions sleeves and socks a lot. I've never actually tried their low socks, though. Don't ask me why. I was excited to give these a try. They are thin and lightweight and come up to your ankles. They fit nicely and were very comfortable. I wore them for running and all day for work and for when I was Disneyland walking around in the parks all day. No blisters or problems. Very comfy.</div>
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These body wipes are no joke. They say full-size and they mean it (dubbed the Massive Wet Wipe. Yep, it's massive alright). I tossed one in my bag for a post-race wipe down. Obviously in the heat of summer, we get sweatier than normal, and here's some real talk: I've been dealing with some body acne which I think has to do with being so sweaty, but not being able to shower for another hour because I have to drive home. Being able to wipe all the sweat off and clean the pores has helped reduce this body acne. I've never dealt with this before, so it was new to me and confusing, but I think I pinpointed the problem, and these wipes have helped to fix it. They work great and smelled nice. I'm not sure I always need such a large sized wipe, but I bet they'd be awesome for ultras, camping, and other travel. What's really great about these wipes is that they are made with bamboo, which is a wildly renewable resource, which makes the wipes 100% biodegradable. Score.</div>
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These travel packs came in handy for traveling. Much easier to put in your purse than a full container of sunscreen (and light-weight!). It was easy to apply, and you don't get all that sunscreen lotion all over your hands. I really liked having these, and might stock up. It certainly makes applying sunscreen more convenient, and we all know how important it is to sunscreen up! I know as an Irish, blonde-haired girl I need it bad. I burn very easily.</div>
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<a href="https://5kcrate.com/" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">5k Crate</a> was a pleasant surprise. You never really know what to expect from these things, and I was really happy with the selection of gear and accessories. I've found some new staples that'll get a lot of use (or something I know is worth buying more of). Give it a shot. You might find some of your new favorite products!</div>
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What the other BibRave Pros had to say:</div>
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<a href="https://tmilesandrunning.wordpress.com/2017/09/11/whats-in-the-box-5k-crate-product-review/" target="_blank">Tedrick</a> | <a href="https://jennarunsblog.wordpress.com/2017/08/29/review-5k-crate/" target="_blank">Jenna</a> | <a href="https://ifijustbreathe.wordpress.com/2017/09/13/hello-5kcrate-what-presents-have-you-brought-me/" target="_blank">Mai</a> | <a href="https://marathang.wordpress.com/2017/09/20/5kcrate-product-review/" target="_blank">Ang</a> | <a href="https://sherunsbytheseashore.com/2017/09/23/gear-review-5kcrate-find-out-why-i-decided-to-subscribe/" target="_blank">Vanessa</a></div>
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Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-42301170135287532432017-09-23T22:03:00.001-05:002017-09-23T22:03:47.981-05:00chicago half marathon updates<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hey guys! The weekend is already flying by. Tomorrow is the <a href="http://www.chicagohalfmarathon.com/" target="_blank">Chicago Half Marathon</a> and it looks like it's gonna be pretty rough weather-wise. Hot and humid and sunny. Woof.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Lucky for us, <a href="http://www.chicagohalfmarathon.com/" target="_blank">Chicago Half</a> is preparing for the day and will have misting stations, along with ordering extra ice and water for us all to keep us safe. Race Guards will be on site (and racing) checking on all of the runners. They are always so awesome, and though I've never had to use them (knock on wood), I appreciate them being out there looking out for us all.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.chicagohalfmarathon.com/" target="_blank">Chicago Half</a> as updated the EAS (event alert system) and we are currently starting with a yellow flag. It's likely to jump to red, but hopefully we'll stay within the yellow/red and never jump to black (which means race cancelled). Keep an eye out at aid stations for the EAS flags so you know what's going on. You'll want to slow your pace a bit as well, so your body can cope with the higher temps and humidity. I've heard it's about 30 seconds slower per mile for every 5 degree temperature increase above 60F. So that can be 1–2 minutes tomorrow depending on what we are starting out/ending with. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Play it smart. Play it safe. Listen to your body. Drink that water (and electrolytes! Gotta replenish what we are losing through sweat). I personally am brining my own hydration pack so I can drink as much as I want/need. I'll stop at the aid stations for water to dump on my head.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I made it through Disneyland Half in 100 degrees, so I know I can finish, it just won't be my original game plan. With how training has been, I thought I might be able to PR without pushing myself too hard. I do have Chicago Marathon in two weeks, after all. Now I know there'll be no PR, and I'll just run how my body is feeling. It'll be slower, and I might have to walk more than I want, but it's about finishing upright and not exhausting myself too much.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'm excited to see my Oiselle Volée teammates at Cowbell Corner around mile 8 or 9, and am hoping to meet up with fellow BibRave Pros Frank and Zenaida beforehand. Frank is doing the half as well, and </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Slow down your pace; about 30 seconds/mile for every 5 degrees above 60F.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Don't wear a hat. You lose a lot of body heat off the top of your head and covering it up will prevent this. I recommend a visor (and sunglasses to protect your eyes)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Dump water on your head. The evaporation helps cool you down, and it feels really good.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Wear light colored and loose fitting clothing. Tech material is a must in my opinion. </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is a great race. I've been running it for the past... five or six years (I really need to look back and keep a record of when I did races haha). Running on Lake Shore Drive is really cool (though not very shaded... you've been warned) and since you are on wide streets, congestion with other runners is minimal. Though I am on the slow side, so maybe there is more crowding in the faster corrals, I wouldn't know haha.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">During hot races, my mantra is to live to run another day. I won't go balls out and I'll be listening to my body. If it feels tired and overheated, which can happen quickly for me, or feel nauseous, I'll take it even slower. Hopefully not so slow I get put on the SAG wagon. The nice thing about this race is they keep the finish line open a little longer. You are supposed to keep a 16 minute mile pace, but if you go below it, they can push you over to the Lakefront Path and you can still finish if it's before 11:30. The party afterwards finishes at 12. They have pizza and beer at the finish line, but I know usually after this race I'm pretty hot and tired and can't stomach eating anything.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good luck + some reminders from Chicago Half Marathon (via their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoHalfMarathon/" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>):</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Be safe out there and I hope you have a great race! Remember to say hi if you see me – I'm nice, so don't be shy ;)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span>Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-34283287878111343252017-09-17T18:46:00.000-05:002017-09-17T18:46:08.608-05:00run mag mile 10k recap<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i style="font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Disclaimer: I received <a href="https://www.runmagmile.com/" target="_blank">an entry for Run Mag Mile 10k</a> to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a <a href="http://bibravepro.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">BibRave Pro</a> (ambassador), and check out <a href="http://bibrave.com/">BibRave.com</a> to review find and write race reviews!</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The Run Mag Mile 10k was held on Saturday, September 9 in Grant Park at 7am. I had attempted to pre-pay for parking at the Millenium Garages, but for whatever reason, SpotHero was saying all of the spots were gone. So we ended up at Soldier Field. A little bit of a walk, but that was fine. At the start, temps were about 58 with 76% humidity and when I finished it was in the mid-60s. Sunny most of the way.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I wasn't able to make packet pickup, so my mom grabbed our stuff on Friday morning at Fleet Feet Old Town. She said it was easy, though for some reason they didn't give her the right goodie bag. I guess if you registered before a certain date you got the sweatshirt and then after a certain date you received the same long-sleeve as last year, but branded with this years info. We found this out later. She had been excited for the sweatshirt, so I told her to email them to find out what happened. That's when we found out about some people getting something while the others got something else. Anywho - she had registered early enough that she was supposed to get the sweatshirt and they emailed her back quickly saying it was a mistake and they would have the sweatshirt waiting for her at the info tent at the race. That was cool of them (not only to fix the problem, but also how quickly they responded – some folks don't even respond to their emails). She returned her other shirt in the morning when we got there and then gear checked her new sweatshirt.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We got to the race around 6:15, I met up with my friend Angela (a fellow Oiselle Volée) and Zenaida (fellow Volée and BibRave Pro), and then we got into our corral (which was E, it went up to F). They released corrals every 5 minutes or so. I ran on my own rather than with my mom, because getting close to marathon day, I needed to work on my own run/walk intervals (especially after being in Disneyland and running wacky intervals for photos, the heat, etc). Since we were pretty familiar with the route, I knew she'd be ok on her own. 5k and 10 runners all started together.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I finished with a good for me time, not a PR, but pretty close I think. 12:34 pace, which I was happy to see. I wasn't happy that I forgot to put my watch on Manual Laps, and my watch was off by about a mile. Once it got to be a full mile ahead, it helped to know my pace, but generally I was just going by feel, because I can't do math when running to decipher my pace per mile in correlation with my time elapsed haha. It's why pace bands or tattoos are something I like. So I really had no idea if I was going too hard or not, but just listened to my body and that seemed to work out well for me.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When I finished I grabbed my medal, bottled water, Luna bars, and then I met up with a new friend (and another volée member) Nora. She was such a sweetheart to hang around at the finish area waiting for me to finish. We then chatted a bit, met up with my mom, and then grabbed our brunch. She's a vegan, and she said they were very nice when she asked not to have eggs or sausage in her container (and offered her an extra bagel, which she declined). The post-race brunch consisted of Parm Crisps, Dole mixed fruit cup, Piroucrisps, plain bagel, grape jelly, ketchup packet, sausage, and eggs, along with a packet of utensils, napkin and a wet nap. Pretty awesome. Beverage options were some Revolution Brewing brews (I think Oktoberfest and Cross of Gold) or a Moscow Mule. I've never had a Moscow Mule and was intrigued, so grabbed one of those, while my mom grabbed a CoG. Very much appreciate the race partnering with a local craft brewery. Thank you! Tickets for drinks and brunch were on your bib.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The race kept everyone up to date on race details with frequent (but not annoying) emails, and afterwards they sent out a post-race survey, link to results, and photos. Photos were FREE and I actually had more than one. Hooray! Not to mention they were ready about two hours after the race. Super quick.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I enjoyed this race and would recommend it for anyone looking for a September 5 or 10k. RAM just about always comes through with unique swag and medal designs. Registration is already open for next year if you're interested.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Another weekend, another race! Join me at the Bucktown 5k on Sunday, September 17. Some great news? Race start is at 8:30am. A little extra sleep never hurt anyone, plus, since it's a 5k, still plenty of time to grab some breakfast afterwards. There's some great places to grab food nearby, or at least some coffee. I ran last year and had a great time. You can read my <a href="http://www.heatherrunsthirteenpointone.com/2016/09/bucktown-5k-recap.html" target="_blank">recap here</a>.</span><br />
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Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-15340479007950323362017-09-08T18:00:00.000-05:002017-09-17T16:50:39.023-05:00run mag mile 5/10k<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i style="font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Disclaimer: I received <a href="https://www.runmagmile.com/" target="_blank">an entry for Run Mag Mile 10k</a> to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a <a href="http://bibravepro.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">BibRave Pro</a> (ambassador), and check out <a href="http://bibrave.com/">BibRave.com</a> to review find and write race reviews!</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hey guys! Tomorrow is the Run Mag Mile 5/10k already. I can't believe it. This week has been fast paced and BUSY as all get out. I got home from California at about 1am on Wednesday (and by home I mean landed, I wasn't home, showered, in bed until after 2am. And then I had work in the morning. Woof.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Anyway, I had my days all mixed up, and I thought the race was on Sunday! Oops. I'm just using the day as a training run, though if that also means feeling good in the cool temps and setting a PR, I wouldn't hate it ;) I'll have my long run on Sunday now, so don't want to push the legs TOO much when they still need to last another 18 miles the next day ;)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">California was in the triple digits most days, so coming home to 60s feels so amazing. I love this weather, and if it goes into the 50s and never gets warmer till next summer, I'd be a happy camper. However, I am realistic, and know that this IS Chicago after all, and in a few days time I'm sure we'll be back up in the 80s.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Can't wait for cooler temps to wear the sweatshirt they gave out this year! Cute color, too.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Grant Park - the start is on Columbus and Jackson and heads south.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'd recommend hitting up Spot Hero to find reasonably priced parking during the race. Usually you can get something at one of the Millenium or Grant Park garages for $20 (which, to be honest, is reasonable in this city haha - certainly better than the $35+ you'd likely pay if you don't reserve a spot first).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Finish:</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The finish line is just north of Jackson and Columbus.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Hydration:</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">According to the map, there'll be water and Nuun at 4 stops for the 10k. 5k has 2.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So, who all will I be seeing there?</span>Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-55146498008001183972017-08-27T23:00:00.000-05:002017-08-28T20:38:11.057-05:00under armour horizon rtt trail shoe review<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i style="font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Disclaimer: I received <a href="https://www.underarmour.com/en-us/womens-ua-horizon-rtt-trail-running-shoes/pid1287338-300" target="_blank">the UA Horizon RTT Trail Shoes</a> to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a <a href="http://bibravepro.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">BibRave Pro</a> (ambassador), and check out <a href="http://bibrave.com/">BibRave.com</a> to review find and write race reviews!</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Finding the right shoe for you can be hard, let alone finding a trail shoe that works not only for your running style and foot, but also to the trails you run. I generally run some tame trails, but sometimes I head over to more technical trails to run with my trail loving friends (and on the rare occasion, by myself).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I had the opportunity to try a pair of <a href="https://www.underarmour.com/en-us/womens-ua-horizon-rtt-trail-running-shoes/pid1287338-300" target="_blank">Under Armour Horizon RTT Trail shoes</a>. Choosing a color was tough, but in true Heather fashion, I went with one of my favorite colors — the teal ones (official color is Marlin Blue / Neptune). Picking a shoe size can always be iffy too, but I took the 'what size fits me best test', which resulted in the same size I usually wear. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When I got the shoe, I was intrigued by the traction on the bottom. They looked like they would be great for the really technical trails where you would need good traction to get up some of the trickier hills or to stay on your feet in a muddy situation. I never got to test the latter, as the trails in the area aren't supposed to be run on when they are muddy (to preserve them, and I do my best to follow the rules), but they did work great on getting up hills where I needed a good foothold (better than my usual road shoes).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I am in full marathon training mode, so I was weary of trying them on my long runs, but I did wear them for short/medium runs up to 6 miles. I didn't have any issues with blisters and the fit was great. I'm glad I went with the size that was recommended. I found it was true to size, but sometimes size can be relative, so I'll say the shoes I usually wear for running in the two brands I wear are both the same size, and the Under Armour RTT Trail Shoes are the same.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">They were a little heavier than the shoes I'm used to, but I feel like that is standard for a trail shoe – I think they are made a little more sturdy and durable. It didn't bother me, it's just something I initially noticed, but quickly got used to. I felt they moved well with my foot when running and didn't notice any heel or knee pain (something I've been dealing with lately, which I think has to do with running in shoes that aren't a great fit for me, so I am usually pretty weary of new shoe models I haven't worn before for running).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There were a few instances where I was running on rocks that I noticed my ankle rolling a bit, but I honestly think that's just me and my lack of gracefulness and being a bit on the clumsy side. This didn't happen when it was the dirt, tree roots, grass, etc. Just when on the rocks. Nothing got stuck in the bottoms. I felt the cushion wasn't over the top, but there was enough that my heels weren't bothered in them.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I love getting out to the trails; though they are more difficult, which means I'm even slower than usual, I always feel accomplished and I enjoy my time out in nature. Having a shoe that fits the terrain better gives me the excitement and energy to make the trek out rather than just running around the neighborhood (which gets pretty boring).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I would have liked to get out to the trails more, and I did try, but sometimes life gets in the way. I was able to get out there 5 times to test these shoes out for 5–6 miles each time. I tried another day – I got everything ready to go so I could go straight from work and I was so proud and later in the day at work I realized I didn't pack a sports bra... that's not really negotiable, and by the time I got home from work I didn't have the time to get out to the trails before making it to BibChat at 8pm CT that night. I did go the next day, but it just wasn't the same haha. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Some info on the <a href="https://www.underarmour.com/en-us/womens-ua-horizon-rtt-trail-running-shoes/pid1287338-300" target="_blank">UA Horizon RTT Shoe</a> from the website:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>These were made for the runner who makes the trail their second home. With superior cushioning & incredible durability, they‘re are ready to put in some serious miles.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><i>Product DNA</i></b></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Durable PU & textile upper for breathability & reliable protection</i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Reinforced welded synthetic material in critical areas for increased durability</i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Mesh heel with dual protective welds</i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Molded collar foam package for added comfort</i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Charged Cushioning® foam puck placed under the heel for responsive comfort</i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Lightweight, full-length EVA midsole for optimal cushioning</i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>High traction rubber lug outsole for dependable traction on a variety of conditions</i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Offset: 7mm</i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Weight: 9.2 oz.</i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Imported</i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Colors: </i></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Marlin Blue (300) / Neptune </i></span></li>
<li><i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Black (001) / </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Steel</span></i></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i> Raisin Red (916) / Black Currant </i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Midnight Navy (410) / Mediterranean</i></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Pomegranate (693) / Gray Matter</i></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Cost: $109.99</i></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I would recommend these for anyone looking for a trail shoe that is sturdy and durable. I heard a few of the other BibRave Pros even ran through streams and puddles in them and had no issues. Everyone is different, but for me, they were comfortable and worked well for the trails that I was running. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Read what the other BibRave Pros had to say about the UA Horizon RTT Trail Shoe:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.30somethingtherapy.com/product-review-under-armour-horizon-rtt-trail-shoes/" target="_blank">Mel</a> | <a href="https://tmilesandrunning.wordpress.com/2017/08/18/whats-on-the-horizon-ua-horizon-rtt-product-review/" target="_blank">Tedrick</a> | <a href="http://livinglovingrunner.com/2017/08/24/for-the-love-of-trail-running-ua-horizon-rtt-review/" target="_blank">Lindsey</a> | <a href="https://wordpress.com/post/funsizeathleteblog.wordpress.com/2292" target="_blank">Jessica</a> | <a href="https://slackerrunner.com/2017/08/24/kick-the-dust-up/" target="_blank">Fallon</a> | <a href="https://beardontherunblog.wordpress.com/2017/08/25/under-armour-horizon-rtt-trail-shoe-review/" target="_blank">Casey</a> | <a href="https://sherunsbytheseashore.com/2017/08/27/gear-review-under-armour-horizon-rtt-trail-shoes/" target="_blank">Vanessa</a> | <a href="https://marathang.wordpress.com/2017/08/27/under-armour-horizon-rtt-shoes-review/" target="_blank">Angie</a> | <a href="https://franklyrunning.wordpress.com/2017/08/27/under-armour-horizon-rtt-trail-shoes-2/" target="_blank">Frank</a> | <a href="http://www.livinglifetruth.com/2017/08/ua-horizon-rtt-review.html" target="_blank">Amy</a></span>Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-57011429049032880272017-08-18T11:09:00.002-05:002017-08-18T11:09:35.226-05:00pack run cap review<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i style="font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Disclaimer: I received a <a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/women/caps-category/tech-cap-family/pack-run-cap-collection.html" target="_blank">BUFF® Pack Run Cap</a> to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a <a href="http://bibravepro.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">BibRave Pro</a> (ambassador), and check out <a href="http://bibrave.com/">BibRave.com</a> to review find and write race reviews!</span></i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are you one of my amazing follower on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heatherruns13.1/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> or <a href="https://twitter.com/heatherruns13_1" target="_blank">Twitter</a>? If you are, then you’ll notice that almost all of my running photos feature a hat or visor. Even on a cloudy day, I usually wear one, because I have sensitive eyes and need to block the sun (along with being pale and I like to protect my face when I can from the sun. If there isn't a hat or visor being featured, it's mostly likely because I took it off after my run before I took the photo (and if you look closely enough, you'll see the line on my forehead haha).</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In the summer (and really, anything over 50 degrees), I’m usually in a visor. My head heats up pretty quickly, so I like to have that top vent haha. In the winter, I can wear a hat… though even sometimes I’ll take that off to cool down.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Anyway, I often add new hats and visors to the collection so I have more variety. Most recently, I was able to test the <a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/women/caps-category/tech-cap-family/pack-run-cap-collection.html" target="_blank">BUFF® Pack Run Cap</a>. I wasn’t sure exactly what to expect, but when I received it, I noticed how super lightweight it was, along with being super bendy. I use really technical terms here. I hope you can keep up 😂</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I can’t say exactly what color mine is, as it isn’t available on the website at the moment, but it’s a fun pink and orange combination (based off of the <a href="http://buffusa.com/buff-products/arm-sleeves/uv-arm-sleeves/akira-set-of-2" target="_blank">UV Arm Sleeves, I believe the color/design is called Akira</a>). Nice and bright, which you’ll also notice is something I love. I don’t feel the need to match, just be bright. Not only do I feel that being in bright colors gives me more visibility out on the streets, but also it makes me happy to be in bright, fun colors.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The </span><a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/women/caps-category/tech-cap-family/pack-run-cap-collection.html" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">BUFF® Pack Run Cap</a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> is easily adjustable with an elastic cord at the back so you can get a secure fit. I love how easy it is to adjust and that it can actually fit my smaller head. I often have trouble with hats, feeling sometimes foolish in trucker hats because they make my head look super small haha. This adjusts to my head shape and then I can tighten it to a good spot and not have to adjust it again. I wore it on some windy days. I have some caps that a windy day means it's blowing off, or I'm constantly grabbing at it, patting it down, to make sure it doesn't go flying. The </span><a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/women/caps-category/tech-cap-family/pack-run-cap-collection.html" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">BUFF® Pack Run Cap</a> stayed on, no problems.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Another great feature is that since the fabric is so movable, I can rinse it with water after each run to get all of the sweat out, wring it out, and not have to worry about its shape. The brim always snaps back into place and doesn’t bend weird or get jacked up from doing this. Even after a 4-miler. I am dripping sweat. So that hat needs to get washed out and hung to dry haha. Another bonus: doesn’t take long to dry.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The </span><a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/women/caps-category/tech-cap-family/pack-run-cap-collection.html" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">BUFF® Pack Run Cap</a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> includes a low profile sweatband that helps to keep perspiration out of the eyes and the side panels wick away moisture. Obviously, I still had some sweat dripping down my face towards m eyes, because I don't wear hats at my eyebrow level haha – so there was still some face wiping on my end. I’m also someone that has to constantly wipe my face anyway (my eyes burn so bad if sweat gets in there – is that just me? Does it have to do with wearing contacts? Or maybe what I eat makes the sweat burn? ha). Just something I like to note, in case you sweat a lot like me... a hat can only absorb so much 😂</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Another bonus of the fabric being so streamlined and compressible is that you can easily fold it up and tow it in a pocket during a run if you don’t want to wear it anymore. It’s also great for travel. Trying to only pack a carry on? This is the hat to bring as it’ll barely take up any space and only weighs one ounce. Awesome sauce.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Ultralight and ultra smart, the BUFF® Pack Run Cap is built to go the distance. Super streamlined, exceptionally light and highly compressible, it’s comfortable for the long-haul, but can easily be folded and rolled to stash in a pocket. The four panel design and stretch materials hug the head for a secure fit that doesn’t bind, while a low profile sweatband provides moisture control without added bulk, and the polyester materials wick away perspiration. The crushable polyurethane brim snaps back to shape and combines with the UPF protective materials for sun protection on long races and extended training days.</i></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Exceptionally lightweight, weighs only one ounce</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Packable design with crushable brim that regains its shape for reliable sun protection</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4-way stretch fabric for comfort</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Upper panel provides UPF 50 protection</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fastwick fabric side panels wicks away moisture and improves breathability</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Adjustable elastic cord at back for a secure fit</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I think this hat will be great for me in the fall/winter months more so than summer. While it is lightweight and breathable, I still like to have that air vent up top that a visor can provide when it’s 70+ degrees and high humidity. It works fine for the shorter runs, but once I’m at 8+, I need as little fabric on me while still wearing clothes that are supportive and protect my eyes and skin. I struggle in the summer, so I need all the help I can get haha.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The cost of the <a href="http://buffusa.com/shop-buff/women/caps-category/tech-cap-family/pack-run-cap-collection.html" target="_blank">BUFF® Pack Run Cap</a> is $32, which I believe to be very reasonable, and comes in 4 colors at the moment. BUFF® usually has some pretty good sales, too, so I'd sign up for their email list so you know when those are happening. They make a lot of great, quality products. You'll see me in the summer sporting a BUFF® half on my wrist to wipe away all the sweat on my face and in the winter, I love the Merino Wool BUFF® around my ears or I use it on my face when it's super cold or windy. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Join <a href="https://twitter.com/BibRave" target="_blank">#BibChat</a> over on Twitter Tuesday night (August 22, 2017) at 8pm CT for a chance to win one of your own! It's a great piece of gear to add to your collection. Honestly, I really like it. In order to win the chat, you must follow both <a href="https://twitter.com/BibRave" target="_blank">BibRave</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/BUFF_USA" target="_blank">BUFF®</a> on Twitter and answer the 6 questions during the hour. It's also a great chance to chat with other runners and get some new training, nutritional, or recovery tips. Hope to see you there!</span></span><br />
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Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-6144700948832077792017-07-30T15:00:00.000-05:002017-10-02T21:44:29.502-05:00bucktown 5k 2017<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i style="font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Disclaimer: I received an entry for <a href="https://www.bucktown5k.com/" target="_blank">Bucktown 5k</a> to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a <a href="http://bibravepro.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">BibRave Pro</a> (ambassador), and check out <a href="http://bibrave.com/">BibRave.com</a> to review find and write race reviews!</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Oops, I did it again. I just registered for another RAM Racing event. Sorry, not sorry. This year, the Bucktown 5k is offering a BLANKET! It's soft and cozy and I can't wait to get my hands on it. The design is the Chicago flag, which I guess this year is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Bucktown 5k always has some unique swag; last year it was a comfy tech sweatshirt that was also the Chicago flag. I love that light blue color, and of course Chicago, so I like that the theme is continuing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Join me for this fun, Chicago neighborhood race on Sunday, September 17. Bonus: the race doesn't start until 8:30am, so you have a little bit of time to sleep longer. I enjoy not having to wake up at 4am myself. Plus, after the race it's the perfect time to go have some breakfast at one of the local eats (lots of great options).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Use code BibRaveBT17 during registration (right before checkout, click on the button to add a promo code/coupon) to score a free water bottle.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hope to see you there!</span>Heather Runs 13.1http://www.blogger.com/profile/05442075219448451734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2998842673930424917.post-57986140793035860462017-07-30T09:00:00.000-05:002017-08-17T16:34:57.801-05:00btn big 10k recap<div style="line-height: normal;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The BTN Big 10k was on Sunday, July 23, 2017 with a 7am start for the 10k and an 8am start for the 5k. I registered for the 10k and this was my second year racing this event. You can read my <a href="https://www.bibrave.com/races/big-ten-10k/7920#.WYSLD8bMyog" target="_blank">shorter review here</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I was unable to get my packet during the week (it started on Wednesday and went through Saturday at Fleet Feet Old Town), so I was heading into the city on Saturday after my dentist appointment. My friends Angie and Josh were coming into town for the race, so we decided to coordinate a run on the Lakefront Path together with a planned meet up of around noon.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It took me a while to get into the city on Saturday. I left around 10am and got there around 11 or so. Pickup was a breeze – I had my QR codes ready to go and after going into Fleet Feet and going to the back where the pickups are held, I waited maybe a minute or two for a volunteer to be available and it was another minute to get both packets. Turns out, my mom and I had registered early enough we were also getting cookies. I expected it to be one, but it was five or six in a bag held in a plastic RAM Racing cup. Awesome, and as later I found out, delicious. They were from a place called Carol’s I believe.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I had a little time to kill, so I looked around the store and found a Momentum Jewelry wrap I had wanted that said runCHI on it, so I bought that. My friend Mike was working the register, so we chatted a bit about running and shoes while he checked me out. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I headed over to Montrose Harbor to meet Angie and Josh. I had 8 miles scheduled for the day, and so Angie ran with me. Josh ran 11, but we met up with him a time or two on the LFP while he was getting a snack/drink. It was a warm one, and the path was very crowded, but we had a lot of fun. Afterwards, we ate at the Montrose Docks. I got a BLT and fries and it was delicious.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My mom and I parked at Millenium Garages (pre-paid for a spot using SpotHero) and arrived at the race site around 6am. I had a planned meeting with the three other BibRave Pros racing at 6:30, so we hit up the porta-potty lines which were starting to get long.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I ran into my Oiselle teammate Jen while waiting for the other pros and we chatted a bit. She was out there to cheer and we talked about how humid it was – it was going to be a tough race if it was that bad already in the morning and we felt it just standing there. Temps were already at 75 degrees with 86% humidity and 70 dew point.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Eventually, the four BRPs were able to find each other and we high-fived, hugged, took photos, and wished each other luck. It was time to get into the corrals.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I was in the last one, so didn’t matter so much for me, but the rest had to get up closer to the start. There were about 2 minutes between corrals and the line-ups were along Columbus with the start line (going north) at Monroe. Soon enough, we were off. I was attempting to race on my own, using my own intervals, which for that day I was trying 70/15.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I was doing ok the first few miles, though the very high humidity had me struggling. By mile 3.5 or so, it hit hard. I couldn’t keep up with my intervals any more, and I had to walk a lot more than I wanted. I tried bringing them down to 60/15, and then 60/30, but I still struggled. I decided that day was just going to be about finishing, and I assumed my mom would catch up to me before the finish. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The first aid station was pretty packed, so I kept going (I brought my own hydration for situations like these – and I get to drink the electrolytes I prefer), but I stopped at the second and third for some water (to both drink and to dump on my head). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I really like the course (minus the bad cracks and holes in the lower path near the lake, but that can’t be helped. One of these days the city will fix that area, right?). We had some beautiful views of the city, and the lake looked really enticing on such a hot day – I wanted to just jump in.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There were clocks and mile markers for each mile, and three aid stations, and 2 slip and slide blow-up things. I passed on those, assuming I wouldn’t have the energy to slide the whole way haha. I think there was a timing mat around mile 3.1 too, but not completely sure. I get runners brain and forget a lot of things about on course happenings ha.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Around mile 5 mom caught up and so we ran the last mile together, keeping each other going when I know all we both wanted to do was walk. We did 30 secs running and 60 secs walking I think. Eventually we crossed the finish line. Summer running in Chicago isn’t my favorite, and so I know to have lower expectations of my finish times. This one was far from a PR.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">After leaving the finishers chute, we headed to get our magnetic coins. This is where you would go to your alumni tent for the school you chose when registering. You tore off the claim ticket on your bib and exchanged it for the coin, which then stuck to your medal. Mom got the generic BTN Big 10 Fan shirt at pickup (liked the colors a lot), and so we headed over to that tent first to grab her coin. Then it was to Illinois for mine. Luckily, Iowa Hawkeyes was right next to it, which made it easy to find Angie, Josh, and Kelly. I also met up with another Oiselle teammate from WI, Allison, who was super sweet.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A ton of people hang out for quite some time at this race. There are games, photo opportunities at your alumni tent (if there weren’t trophies or mascots, there was at least the school backdrop). The Illinois tent gave out coupons for Chipotle (free guac and chips). Food was Amylou sausage and pretzels – I didn’t get any, as after being super hot, the thought of eating something hot just wasn’t doing it for me. They also had Revolution beer. I was SO happy to see that the race partnered up with them, a local brewery, instead of one of the big guys. Thank you RAM! I didn’t have any, but I’m always in favor of supporting and promoting local. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: normal;">We hung out behind the tents in a tree shaded area for a while, then decided it was less crowded so we could get our photos taken at our tents with props and things. On our way out, we </span>had a small dance party (I believe Angie posted a video on her twitter or instagram) and then some more photos by the blow up football. We went to Buckingham Fountain for some photos, then Dunkin’ Donuts for some drinks (I was very disappointed that they didn’t have the iced teas they had on the menu, but the Strawberry Banana smoothie was good… and the hashbrowns), and then over to The Cloud Gate. Lots of great photos and conversation. Lucky for us, my mom doesn't love to be in photos, so she took all of the group ones for us. She's awesome. Eventually will sat down by the fountains where the wind would bring over some cooling water spurts that felt awesome. Kelly headed out and we talked with Josh and Angie a bit longer. Around 11 I think it was, we all said our final goodbyes until hopefully Marathon weekend. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Though I’m not a super fan of college sports, I enjoy this race. It is well-managed, packet pickup is easy (and you can have it mailed if you wanted up to 3 weeks before the race for $15 and packet usually arrives about a week before race day), the course is a little different, great scenery, and great vibe from the runners. Though there’s school rivalry, it’s all in good fun. I’d recommend this to anyone that’s looking for a fun race, there is an Elite start so it’s great for the fast runners too. I love that so many people are still there when I finish. A lot of races, most people are gone by the time I finish, so I think it’s cool that there’s enough going on at this post-race tailgate that entices people to hang around.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Run Mag Mile 2017 has undergone some changes. This race seems to be evolving a little every year; it was once the Women's Magnificent Mile Half Marathon and 5k, then switched to the Run Mag Mile Half and 5k, and for 2017, they swapped the half marathon for a 10k.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Initially, this was disappointing. You all know how much I love to run half marathons, but honestly, after doing so many + marathon trainings I was a little relieved to have a shorter race distance. Plus, the 10k was still going to get medals. I love that bling at the finish line.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Some really cool features to look forward to:</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Post-race brunch! What runner doesn't love brunch?</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hooded, full-zip, light-weight sweatshirts for all participants (light grey for men, light blue for women)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Post-race libations – choice of Revolution Brewing OR a Moscow Mule</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">10k or 5 option</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Running on Michigan Avenue! Not a lot of races get to do this, let alone north of the river. This race takes you north to Chicago Avenue and then turns back around. Pretty cool to run down that iconic street.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Registration took longer to open this year as they finalized all the details, but it's open now and you can score yourself a free RAM racing branded water bottle using code BibRaveMM17 (add it into the coupon/promo code are at checkout). Check out the <a href="https://www.runmagmile.com/" target="_blank">website</a> for details and to register.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>10k start: 7am</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Today is the last day to get your packet! There is NO RACE DAY PICKUP since the event is so large. Can’t make it? Send your friend with your bib confirmation email with a note how you give them permission to get your packet. You can go to Fleet Feet Old Town (1620 N Wells) from 10am–6pm.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Transportation information can be found <a href="http://btnbig10k.com/event/getting-there/" target="_blank">here</a>. Driving into the city and need parking? I highly recommend pre-paying for your parking spot, or you’ll be spending a lot more money if you wait to pay on race day. There’s a ton of spots in the Grant Park/Millennium Garages and you can <a href="http://www.millenniumgarages.com/btn-big-10k/" target="_blank">buy online here.</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sign up for <a href="https://register.chronotrack.com/event/tracking/eventID/31633" target="_blank">runner tracking here</a>. You can sign up to follow your runner from start to finish as they run for school pride! Live runner updates send you free notifications via Facebook, Twitter, or text as runners cross specific points on the course.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There will be timing clocks at each mile marker along the USATF-certified course, as well as at the finish line. Results will be posted online within 24 hours after the race.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Photos are FREE! After the race, you’ll be emailed free pictures and videos of yourself at the race. Share it on Facebook, tweet it, or download/print it out. To make sure they are able to accurately tag your pictures, wear your bib on the front of your body and make sure it isn’t covered by clothing, race belts, etc.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This year’s post-race Tailgate will be unforgettable for Big Ten fans! Celebrate the conference with mascots, cheerleaders, food, music, beer, tailgate games, exciting prizes, BTN talent, and former Big Ten player appearances—all with the beautiful Chicago skyline as a backdrop!</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Interactive football and tailgate games, hosted by Chicago Sport & Social Club</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Post-race snacks and hydration from CLIF and nuun</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A free sausage from Sausages by Amylu and beer provided by Revolution Brewing (21+ registrants only) for all registered participants</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Additional drinks and grilled food for purchase</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Recovery gear and race rehab services provided by Aligned Modern Health</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Tons of great prizes, including Big Ten Football Championship tickets and contests hosted by MB Financial Bank</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">BTN on-air talent and former Big Ten player appearances</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">New in 2017! All BTN Big 10k and 5k finishers will receive this awesome medal, complete with school-specific magnetic coin, to show your pride even after the race is over!</span></div>
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