Last chance fall getaway or plan ahead for 2019!
Discover the Rushford Peterson Valley along Minnesota’s premier Root River State Bike Trail—60 miles of paved trail to cruise, with no permit required—or, traverse Bluff Country roadways for hill workouts you won’t soon forget.
Hike bluff trails to be surrounded by the fall colors of October or the lush greens of spring and summer. Paddle or float the Root River for a change of pace. Choose from modern motels, historic inns, cozy B&Bs, or scenic campgrounds. Enjoy an excellent variety of bars and restaurants to reboot and relax.
Find us 317 miles west of Chicago, along the Historic Bluff Country National Scenic Byway—Minnesota State Highway 16. Explore more and view our calendar of annual festivals and events at
www.RushfordPetersonValley.com
. You are invited to Take Root in the Rushford Peterson Valley!
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COSTUME DASH 5K – Chicago
Saturday, October 27 – 9:00 a.m.
Central Park – Oak Brook, IL
Join hundreds of costumed runners at the Inaugural Chicago Costume Dash 5k. Put on your craziest costume and get ready for five kilometers of fun starting and finishing at Central Park in Oak Brook and a course through the picturesque McDonald’s campus!
The fun continues after the run with a party in at the finish line featuring a costume contest and free sponsor schwag. Start your 2018 Halloween celebration in style.
First 100 registrants get a FREE Costume Dash t-shirt!
Start Time: 9:00 a.m. in Central Park, 1510 Forest Gate Rd, Oak Brook, IL. Parking and start will be off Kensington Road.
Packet Pick-Up & Race Day Registration: Saturday, October 27th from 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. at race site.
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Club Lucky
Club Lucky: Your Carbo-loading specialist for the Chicago Marathon!
Traditional Italian Food
1824 West Wabansia in Bucktown
773-227-2300
For reservations, restaurant hours, directions, and additional information, visit our website at
www.clubluckychicago.com.
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Current Issue
October 2018
Special Marathon Edition:
Prepare for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
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Have No Fear, The Med Tent Is Here
Let’s face it. The idea of receiving medical care at a race can be both discouraging and intimidating, regardless of your age, experience levels, training or current state of health. However, they’re there for a reason, and in the unfortunate case of an emergency, athletes should feel confident and comfortable approaching one, knowing relief is on the other side.
At the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, there are 21 medical tents spread across the course, along with two large main medical tents at the finish line. The two main tents are so large, in fact, that they can hold upwards of 250 individual runners at one time, as well as nearly 300 medical professionals.
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CARA Fall 'Go Run Series Starts Saturday
The Chicago Area Runners Association's seasonal race series, 'Go Run, starts for the fall season this Saturday.
The FREE 5k races take place at 9 a.m. every Saturday morning until November 10 at Washington, Warren and Humboldt Parks. The timed races also offer a 1-mile option.
Through 'Go Run, CARA, and the Chicago Park District have an objective to activate neighborhood parks, build communities and encourage an active lifestyle through running and volunteerism.
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Where To Eat And Drink To Stay Fueled During The Chicago Marathon
A number of Chicago restaurants, bars and hotels around the city offer deals, specials and packages for Bank of America Chicago Marathon runners and their cheering squads.
Whether it’s a marathoner needing to carbo-load or refueling after the race, or friends looking for a place to grab something to eat along the route, here are some locations to keep everyone on their toes.
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Coach Mark Buck's VIP Marathoner's Lounge
Running a Marathon in Chicago on October 7th?
Want VIP TREATMENT? You are invited to Coach Mark's VIP Marathoner's Lounge
Only 2 blocks from the starting line!
*Pre-race individual stretching by PT’s
*Private gear check, clean toilets
*Warm & dry indoor facility
*Post-race individual stretching by PT’s
*Family reunion area & celebration
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Q&A: Olympic Triathlon Gold Medalist Gwen Jorgensen
Gwen Jorgensen is known for her qualification for the 2012 Olympics less than two years after turning pro, and winning back-to-back ITU World Championships in 2014 and 2015 (the later coming in Chicago). She didn’t disappoint as the heavy favorite at the 2016 Rio Olympics either, where she earned the USA its first triathlon gold medal.
After reaching the pinnacle of her sport, and the birth of her son, Stanley, Jorgensen found herself looking for a new challenge. That’s when she had a seemingly crazy idea: She would qualify for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics in the marathon and try to win gold in a second sport. She ran the New York City Marathon a few months after the Rio Olympics, finishing in 2:41:01, but this year’s Bank of America Chicago Marathon will be her first as a professional runner.
We caught up with Jorgensen to talk lofty goals and racing close to home.
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