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Bank of America Chicago Marathon Closes Registration
Registration for the 2011 Bank of America Chicago Marathon closed in record time today as the maxi- mum 45,000 participants signed up in 31 days for the 34th annual event. With a 26.2-mile course that is world renowned for its speed, the rate of registra- tion was an “event record” for Chicago and a fitting prelude to a race where thousands of participants will be striving to achieve their own personal records. Today, the Bank of America Chicago Marathon also announced that a record $12 million was raised by runners during the 2010 event for local, national and global charitable causes.
“We are no strangers to records at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon where numerous world class athletic performances were achieved over the years; but these two records are truly meaningful as they speak to the enthusiasm from runners around the world who want to be a part of our event and the thousands who use the race to make a difference in their communities,” said Bank of America Chicago and Illinois Market President Tim Maloney. “It’s an honor to help enable opportunity for 45,000 runners to pursue their goals at an event that
has such a significant economic and charitable impact on Chicago and beyond each year.”
Entry into the sold-out event can still be obtained through the Bank of America Chicago Marathon’s charity program, which has generated nearly $60 mil- lion since its inception in 2002. More than 90 affiliat- ed non-profits have available entries for the 2011 race. Visit
www.chicagomarathon.com for charity program details and information on how to register by joining a charity team.
“Te record rate of registration is a tribute to the 34- year tradition of our event, as well as to our partners in the community, the City of Chicago and our spon- sors who lend their support and resources in helping us produce a wonderful experience for our participants year after year,” said Executive Race Director Carey Pinkowski. “We look forward to welcoming the class of 2011 to Chicago on October 9.”
For more information, visit
www.chicagomarathon.com.
Higher Gear On August 27 SRAM Execu- tive Vice President F. K. Day and Higher Gear owner Todd Ricketts will lead the second annual 100-mile ride from his- toric Wrigley Field in Chicago to Miller Park in Milwaukee to watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Milwaukee Brewers.
www.worldbicyclerelief.org
Dick Pond Athletics Dick Pond has a completely re- vamped website with new individ- ual sites for each store location.
www.dickpondathletics.com
Fleet Feet Sports – Lincoln Square FFS will host a historic run on Sunday, April 3. See some of the oldest mansions in the city en route to Humboldt Park.
www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Metro Dash Coming to Chicago in July
Soldier Field will host a unique obstacle course race on July 16. The Metro Dash, an event designed by Navy SEALs, puts participants through 30 different obstacles including tire flips, rope swings, cargo net climbs and log carries. Competitors sprint a total of 600 meters while moving between obstacles, which are set up all over the field. A post-event party will feature food, beer and music after the conclusion of the race.
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The event at Solider Field is the only Midwest location scheduled for the 2011 Metro Dash, which takes place in 13 major cities across the country. Competitors can sign up either individually or with a team. Discounted registration is available through May 9.
For more information, visit
www.metrodash.com.
Naperville Running Company NRC announced a new marathon training program that will follow the Nike Intermediate Marathon Training Program. The program starts June 4 with an informa- tional meeting.
www.runningcompany.com
Village CycleSport All three Village CycleSport locations are hiring. Applications are available at
www.villagecyclesport.com
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