Upcoming Races and Events

Too Cold to Hold
Saturday, January 19
Starting at Winfrey Point, 8:30 a.m. -- the winter counterpart to the summer's Too Hot to Handle. This race is a 15K (9.3 miles) and is a single loop of White Rock Lake. They also have a 5k (3.1 miles) that is an out-and-back run on the lake trail. The race is organized by the good folks at RunOn and you can sign up on line or at any of the RunOn stores. (The main store is at Mockingbird and Central SE corner in the same shopping center with Jason's Deli across the street from Mockingbird Station.) The link below will get you to the registration. We will have Team Journey representation.
http://runontexas.com/TemporaryPages/toocold2008/toocold2008.htm

AT&T Austin Marathon
Sunday, February 17th
A few of us have registered and made hotel reservations to do the half-marathon that day so Team Journey will be represented. If you'd like to join us, please send me an email at rwlamkin@sbcglobal.net. I have not run this race but I have heard that it may have a few hills - it is Austin afterall. It does offer one of the better looking finisher's medals I've seen (its all about the "bling.")
attaustinmarathon.com

Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon and Half Marathon
Saturday / Sunday, April 26 and 27
Again, a few of us are planning to represent for Team Journey - some are even considering the full marathon. One of the premier races in the Southwest, it is the 8th annual running of the race to remember the wrong that was done in OKC, April 19, 1995. I have run this race twice and it is a great event. The race begins with prayer and 168 seconds of silence for the 168 victims. There are also 168 banners along the course. The race is well supported and a good way to see OKC. Its an easy drive as well. This race also has a half marathon, the full and a relay, so there are opportunities at multiple distances. Again, send me an email if you are interested in joining us. We may be able to do some ride sharing or put together a relay team.
okcmarathon.com

Also of interest is a new movie that is showing one day only nationwide, January 24th, called The Spirit of the Marathon. It is the story of 5 runners, first timers and professionals, as they prepare for and run the Chicago Marathon. Check out the clip on the website - it looks like it is going to be really good. If you've ever wondered what its like to run a marathon or why people do it. you'll enjoy this. I think these showings will sell out, so check it out soon and buy your tickets on line ahead of time.
marathonmovie.com

And, watch for news later this spring as we may be taking Team Journey international.

RWL