Posted by crow on October 9, 2006, 10:40 am

six days until the 5th Annual Mount Desert Island Marathon!

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Posted by crow members on October 9, 2006, 10:44 am, in reply to "roadkills 10-9-06"

Welcome new fall Crows: Ron Paquette - Albion, ME Ligia Jordao - Qincy, MA Sydney Roberts Rockefeller - Seal Harbor, ME Barbara Campbell - Southwest Harbor, ME Caw! Caw!

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Posted by MDI 26.2 committee on October 9, 2006, 11:05 am, in reply to "roadkills 10-9-06"

Appearing periodically until race day, we're launching a new feature which will include a mile by mile preview of the Mount Desert Island Marathon route and strategies that will help participants successfully navigate the course. We'll also provide ideas for things to see and do over marathon week and of course, insider tips on great places to eat, drink and have fun while visiting Mt. Desert Island. Mile 22 to Mile 23: We call everything beyond mile 22 the death zone. We borrow this rather threatening and dark term from our friends who seem to like to climb Mt. Everest for fun. You see on that particular mountain and at a certain elevation there is not enough oxygen to really live what we call a civilized existence and mountaineers are actually dying bit by bit as they climb higher and higher. At mile 22 in any marathon although you're not dying (we hope) what you will face is a true personal struggle that unlike the challenges faced on Everest you have a better than reasonable chance at surviving. We like to call marathon running the common person's Mt Everest. From here on it's all about will power and mind over matter. When you pass mile 22 you've got to focus on the advice given previously about taking it one mile at a time. All you should be thinking about is getting to mile 23 or even better try get in the absolute moment and don't even think beyond the stride you're in. We believe the same strength that carries mountain climbers to reach summits exists in us all and marathon running just happens to be a place where you can apply that strength. Passing Hall Quarry Rd on your left you come to a slight down slope and the beautiful waters of Echo Lake come into view. The stretch parallel with the lake is flat. We know this goes contradicts what our course elevation map might lead you to believe. The map is accurate but the readings on it where taken each mile and we connected the dots so to speak, so they don't necessarily show the terrain found in between the mile marks. (we are working on a better profile for future editions) With that we're happy to report that there are flat stretches and even a few downhill breaks in our rather scary looking topo map especially over the final miles Looking across Echo lake the view is spectacular with, Beech and Mansell mountains reflected in the surface of the lake. Now the road pitches moderately up as you approach mile 23. Another great mile is behind you, now its common to start thinking about the finish...READ: don't do it! 24 is all you (should) care about. Islander's (MARATHONERS) tip of the day: Make time to do nothing maybe go to your hotel room and read your final instructions and the other important information contained in your race packets. Maybe even take a nap! You have been preparing for this for months so don't wear yourself out by doing a marathon on Saturday and then attempting to do another with us on Sunday. Make absolutely SURE you have tied your champion chip securely on your shoe lace and do this the night before so you know where it is. You should pin your bib number on the FRONT of the shirt or shorts you that intend to wear as well. If you forget either you won't get timed and won't show up in the final results. YES, we have people that forget to do every year and it's hard to see them crying at the finish line. Also you MUST return your champion chip at the finish to get your finishers medal. Must try this: Your final instructions and other important information is available to you via this link: http://www.mdimarathon.org/event/final_runner_instructions_06.pdf Take time to read this.(be patient it my take a moment to load) Also please read your very important chip instructions via this link: http://www.mdimarathon.org/event/chip_instructions_06.pdf These instructions will also be in your race packets provided to everyone at registration but please take time to read these important instructions now. Should you have any further questions we'll gladly answer them when we see you. We are happy to announce a partnership with HoWUZit.com who are now producing customizable tech fabric Mount Desert Island Marathon running shirts and tech fabric singlets featuring our host club, THE infamous Crow Athletics logo http://www.crowrunning.com/ Order your official Mount Desert Island Marathon or Crow Athletics tech-fabric shirts today via this link: http://www.howuzit.com/mdimarathon/ Don't forget you can even CUSTOMIZE your MDI Marathon shirt! Read our other marathon course previews and tips: http://www.members.boardhost.com/crowathletics/msg/1156962115.top

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Posted by team crow on October 9, 2006, 12:14 pm, in reply to "roadkills 10-9-06"

Dear Crows If you haven't already done so please consider volunteering for our Mount Desert Island Marathon via this link: http://www.mdimarathon.org/volunteers_mdi26.2.html We are happy to announce a partnership with HoWUZit.com who are now producing tech fabric Crow Athletics singlets and customizable tech fabric Mount Desert Island Marathon running shirts. Order your OFFICAL CROW ATHLETICS and MDI Marathon gear directly via this link:(below) http://www.howuzit.com/mdimarathon/ Don't forget you can even CUSTOMIZE your Mount Desert Island Marathon shirt! Sincerely, Team Crow Athletics

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Posted by Jim Archibald on October 9, 2006, 8:31 pm, in reply to "roadkills 10-9-06"

Carried the Crow Athletics banner to the Steamtown (Northeast Pennsylvania) Marathon yesterday. Finished with a 3:41:49 chip time/ 3:42:35 gun time, thus getting my Boston Qualifier ticket punched. Looking forward to being a part of the Crow Athletics Masters Team in Boston on 4/16/07. J. --Previous Message-- : : : : six days until the 5th Annual Mount : Desert Island Marathon! :

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Posted by MDI 26.2 committee on October 9, 2006, 8:37 pm, in reply to "roadkills 10-9-06"

Appearing periodically until race day, we're launching a new feature which will include a mile by mile preview of the Mount Desert Island Marathon route and strategies that will help participants successfully navigate the course. We'll also provide ideas for things to see and do over marathon week and of course, insider tips on great places to eat, drink and have fun while visiting Mt. Desert Island. Mile 23 to Mile 24: Looking ahead the road starts to rise again. It's completely normal to feel every bump and crack in the pavement now. The dense woods to your right and left look like an inviting place to take a nap, don't do it! Passing the sign on your right for Ikes Point is a good thing, this means you are nearing the southern end of Echo Lake. Think of this sign as a sign of your steady forward progress. On your left you will be approaching Acadia and St. Sauveur Mountains, you're still climbing this is a damn tough stretch both physically and mentally. Remember to breathe as your body really needs air. Again contrary to what our topo map may show there is a small break in this relentless up hill terrain and you'll arrive at a small but very welcomed down grade. Try to recharge your batteries and let gravity do its thing. The drop is short but anything down is good. Sadly up you go again to arrive at Mile 24. Another great mile is behind you and best of all it's all downhill from here! The proverbial barn door is wide open now and you can almost smell the hay, but don't think beyond getting yourself to mile 25. Good work! Islander's (MARATHONERS) tip of the day: Visit a day spa or get a massage: Tree of Life, located in Bar Harbor (start) http://www.treeoflifedayspa.com/ Bella, located in Northeast harbor (halfway*) http://www.bellaskinandbody.com/ (*not recommended DURING the marathon but before or after would be a deserving reward!) Be sure and tell them you are a marathoner! Must try this: Visit Lompoc Cafe located on Rodick Street in Bar Harbor they even have a bocce' court and feature really great food served in a fun relaxed atmosphere. Also plenty of micro brews to wash it all down with! http://lompoccafe.com/ Read our other marathon course previews and tips: http://www.members.boardhost.com/crowathletics/msg/1156962115.top

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Posted by g on October 9, 2006, 8:41 pm, in reply to "Re: Steamtown Marathon Race Report"
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Congratulations Jim! a hearty round of Caws goes out to you! We are honored to have you join us as part of our masters squad at Boston! good work!! Caw! Caw! Caw! gary Steamtown Marathon Results: http://www.marathonguide.com/results/browse.cfm?MIDD=540061008 --Previous Message-- : Carried the Crow Athletics banner to the : Steamtown (Northeast Pennsylvania) Marathon : yesterday. Finished with a 3:41:49 chip : time/ 3:42:35 gun time, thus getting my : Boston Qualifier ticket punched. Looking : forward to being a part of the Crow : Athletics Masters Team in Boston on 4/16/07. : J. : : --Previous Message-- : : : : six days until the 5th Annual Mount : Desert Island Marathon! : : :

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Posted by Mary on October 10, 2006, 8:47 am, in reply to "Re: Steamtown Marathon Race Report"
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HUGE Congrats Jim! That's really great, and shows how hard work can really pay off! I think the Master's Team in Boston '07 is going to be just as sick (in a good way!) as the Open Team was in '06. We'll see you in Bean Town, if not before! Caw! Caw! Caw! M --Previous Message-- : Carried the Crow Athletics banner to the : Steamtown (Northeast Pennsylvania) Marathon : yesterday. Finished with a 3:41:49 chip : time/ 3:42:35 gun time, thus getting my : Boston Qualifier ticket punched. Looking : forward to being a part of the Crow : Athletics Masters Team in Boston on 4/16/07. : J. : : --Previous Message-- : : : : six days until the 5th Annual Mount : Desert Island Marathon! : : :

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