MRC Racing Series

As most of you know, the Cupid’s Chase 5K was postponed.

The sidewalks around Lake Quannapowitt were plowed but not well enough to accommodate a large group of runners. While most runners would have run in the street, the snow banks made the roads narrow and more dangerous for runners.

I hope that postponing the race to February 18th won’t inconvenience too many people. I know I plan my races around work and family events. Sometimes I race two weekends in a row and a situation like this would be an issue.

Winter Weather

This time of year anything can happen. Two years ago snowmageddon started this way. A good storm the week after The Super Bowl and then one storm right after the other.

The Sunday Long Run was a challenge this weekend. It was snowing, the streets were narrow and the side walks were in rough shape.

There is a blizzard watch being posted sometime Sunday. Hopefully it wont amount to much and there will be time to clean it up before next weekend.

So hang in there and I’ll look to see you next week in Wakefield!

Andy

Hello fellow club members and welcome to something new!

We initiated this race series to have more “club” events and to help new members go to more races.

When you first start running, the idea of driving 50 miles or more than an hour to run a 5K can seem crazy. Well, it is crazy and especially if you drive by your self. I’ve done it many times!

We encourage all club members to sign up for these races. We also encourage people to car pool. Going to a race is a great way to get to know someone.

Don’t worry about how fast you are or that you’ve never run a 5K or a half marathon. You’ll be travelling with experts who will support and help you out.

Just think how great it will feel to cross the finish line and see all of those purple shirts cheering you on!

Melrose RC Race Series 2017

Here is the current listing of races. This may change, so check back once in a while.

To go to the race web site and register just click on the race name. I have embedded the links there.

43^rd Annual 15K Great Stew Chase 

January 29^th at 10AM – Lynn

We had a great turn out for our first club race – editor

Registration is only  $20.00, and $25.00 on race day.

Don’t forget to register under “Melrose Running Club.”

Race HQ is the K of C at 177 Lynnfield Street.

Out and back course starting from the Briarcliff Lodge on Lynnfield Street, Lynn and going to Centennial Park in Peabody. It returns on a similar course to finish in front of the K of C.  Water stops at 3 and 6.5 miles. All miles marked. The course is wheel measured with one “memorable” hill at the half way point.

Cupids Chase 5K

February 13^th at 10AM – Wakefield

Registration is  $29.00, $35.00 on race day.  Couples $55.00, $65 on race day.

Don’t forget to register under “Melrose Running Club.”

Race HQ is Lakeside Inn (former Clarion Inn), 595 North Ave, Wakefield, MA

Couples do not have to be in a relationship! Two friends, two teammates, two family members, heck a guy and his dog all qualify for the couples pricing!

Post-race celebration serving Sam Adams beer included with registration for all participants and volunteers until we run out!

Long sleeved race shirt only guaranteed for entrants registered by January 20, 2017.

Craicfest 5K

March 12^th at 9:30AM – Cambridge

Registration is $40

Registration includes a gender specific tech shirt plus free food and free beer at their cozy indoor party sponsored by Notch, Slumbrew & Bantam Cider!

This is a fun Cambridge 5K based out of The Galleria Mall. Several beer vendors will be pouring and public transit is convenient.

Be sure to join team Melrose Running Club.

36th Annual April Fools 4 Miler

April 1^st at 10AM –  – Salisbury, MA

Registration is $30 until 3/15/17, $35 until sold out.

Ready to go a little further than 5K? This is a popular spring race run on a fast, flat course. It snowed in 2015!

This is a LOCO Running “Will Run for Beer” race.

Twin Lights Half

May 6^th   8AM – Gloucester

Registration is $75.00

This race features FREE photos taken along the course by professional photographers. If you are ever going to look great running, you’re gonna need a professional!

This has been a popular Melrose RC race for many years and sells out. May is a great time to run a half marathon.

Melrose Firefighters Father’s Day 5K

June  18^th – Father’s Day at  9:30AM – Melrose     

Registration is not open yet for this race.

 

 

 

 

Jennifer Tinney 5k, 5 Miler and 1 Miler

July 4^th at 8AM – Boxford

Registration is not open yet for this race.

Mary O’Donnell 5K

August TBD    – Melrose

A date has not been posted for this race yet. Registration is not open yet for this race.

Lone Gull 10K

September 25^th ?  – Gloucester

2016 early registration was $25.00. Registration is not open yet for this race.

Hallmark Health 5K

October 1^st  – Wakefield

Registration is not open yet for this race.

Melrose 5K Spooky Sprint

October 29^th  – Melrose

Registration is not open yet for this race.

Run For All Ages 5K

November 5^th  at 10AM –  – Wakefield

Registration is not open yet for this race.

Bill Rodgers Jingle Bell 5K Run

December 17^th at 11AM –  Somerville

This is a very popular holiday 5K with 17 club members running in 2016.

The date has been set, but registration is not open yet.

So there you have it! The schedule actually has 13 races. The Club will be helping out with the Hallmark Health 5K, so we should turn out to run it also.