Olympians Ryan Hall and Deena Kastor Headline P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll
Ryan Hall will make his 2010 debut in Arizona. Credit: Photorun.net
Half Marathon Broadcast Live on Competitor.com
January 14, 2010 – Two of the biggest names in U.S. distance running history will take to the roads in the “Valley of the Sun” for the seventh P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon and Half Marathon. Olympians Deena Kastor and Ryan Hall will make their 2010 racing debuts in the half-marathon where they each hold the U.S. record for the 13.1-mile distance. The dynamic duo will lead a top international field, featuring seven past champions from the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series and more than 32,000 runners participating in the largest same day marathon and half-marathon in the United States.
“I am excited to have the opportunity to compete in the P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona half-marathon for my first time,” said Hall, who set the U.S. record in 2007 when he won the USA Half-Marathon Championship at Houston in 59 minutes, 43 seconds, becoming the first and only American to ever break the one-hour barrier on a record standard course, while bettering the previous U.S. record that had stood for 21 years.
“I have always wanted to run the event ever since Haile broke the world record for the half-marathon there,” he added, referring to the 2006 stellar performance of distance running legend Haile Gebrselassie of Ethiopia, who set a then-world 1/2-marathon record (58:55) on the back half of the marathon course.
Hall, 27, won the 2008 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials in New York and went on to finish 10th in the Beijing Olympics in 2:12:33. Most recently, the Stanford graduate finished fourth at the 2009 ING New York City Marathon (2:10:36), which was won by his Mammoth Track Club training partner Meb Keflezighi.
Hall will be joined by fellow Americans Luke Humphrey and Mike Morgan, teammates with the Hansons-Brooks Distance Project in Rochester Hills, Mich. Morgan owns a half-marathon PR (personal record) of 1:04:48 and represented Team USA at the 2007 World Championships in Osaka, Japan. They will face strong competition from Simon Bairu of Canada, a two-time NCAA cross country champion while at the University of Wisconsin. Bairu won the 2009 Canadian Track Championship in the 5000m in 13:39 and has a PR of 27:50 for 10,000m.
A bronze medalist in the 2004 Athens Olympic Marathon, Kastor, 36, is a past Rock ‘n’ Roll champion winning the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll Virginia Beach Half Marathon in 2001 in her debut at the distance. She made U.S. half-marathon history in 2005 in Philadelphia when she shattered Joan Benoit Samuelson’s long-standing U.S. record by 41 seconds with a time of 1 hour, 7 minutes and 53 seconds. The three-time Olympian later bettered her time at Berlin in 2006 (1:07:34), and the record has stood since.
Kastor, like Hall, trains with the Mammoth Track Club in California. After her Olympic bronze medal, she became the first American woman to ever run a marathon under 2:20 when she won the 2006 Flora London Marathon in 2:19:36. In 2002, the Arkansas graduate set a then 5K world road record of 14:54 at the Carlsbad 5000, which is one of her 12 still standing U.S. records.
Kastor will be challenged by 2009 USA Marathon champion Ilsa Paulson, 20, of New York City, who bested Kastor at last summer’s NYC Half Marathon. She won the U.S. title in only the second marathon of her career and owns a half-marathon PR of 1:13:20.
“Having both Deena Kastor and Ryan Hall running in the same event is a real coup for Arizona,” says veteran broadcaster and running historian Toni Reavis, who will call the race for KSAZ FOX 10 in Phoenix, the local Fox affiliate. “They represent the best the sport has to offer both on and off the roads, and their presence will give every runner in the half-marathon a true benchmark on the quality of their own performance.”
Leading the marathon field is women’s defending champion Olena Shurkhno of Ukraine who set her PR of 2:30:18 at last year’s race. She will be challenged by a strong field of Ethiopian runners led by Selomie Getnet, a three-time runner up in Arizona. Also expected to contend is American Michele Suszek, winner of the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll Seattle Marathon last summer where she set her PR of 2:38:37.
Returning champion Terefe Yae of Ethiopia highlights the men’s marathon field. He won the race in 2007 and also finished runner-up in 2006. Kenyan Christopher Torotich owns a PR of 2:11:58 and will race just over a month after winning the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Marathon in December. Meschack Kirwa of Kenya set his 2:11:45 PR last year after winning the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon in 2008. Making his marathon debut is American Jeff Eggleston, 24, of Flagstaff, Ariz. A University of Virginia graduate, Eggleston owns a half-marathon PR of 1:03:58 and he has also set personal bests in the 8K, 10K and 20K over the past two years.
The entire professional field will be introduced at the event press conference on Friday, January 15 at 1:00pm at the Health & Fitness Expo in the Phoenix Convention Center. Registration for both the marathon and half-marathon will be available at the Expo from 10:00am - 7:00pm Friday, January 15 and 9:00am - 6:00pm Saturday, January 16.
For the first time in the history of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series, the event will present the Dean Karnazes Rock ‘n’ Roll Ultra 50K. The inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll Ultra will cover 50 kilometers (~31 miles) and take place in conjunction with marathon. Ultra runners will start at 6:30am and cover the additional 4.8 miles with Dean Karnazes, legendary Ultra Marathon Man, who will host the run. They will then join the rest of the marathoners and complete the remaining 26.2 miles, starting at 7:40am. The half-marathon race will be broadcast live on www.competitor.com and begins at 8:30am local time.
For more information call (800) 311-1255.
RECIPE: Grilled Steak Dumplings with Bacony Eggs
Grilled Steak Dumplings with Bacony Eggs
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Ingredient |
Unit |
Quantity |
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Steak, flank or skirt |
lb |
1 |
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Eggs, fresh |
each |
4 |
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Glutinous Rice, cooked |
lb |
1 |
|
Bacon, lardones |
lb |
1/4 |
|
Bacon fat, from lardones |
all |
|
|
Chopped scallions |
cup |
1/4 |
|
Ginger |
tbsp |
2 |
|
Garlic |
tbsp |
2 |
|
Chili paste |
tsp |
2 |
|
Heavy Cream |
tbsp |
2 |
|
Shallots |
tsp |
2 |
|
Rice Vinegar |
tbsp |
3 |
|
Sesame oil, blend |
1 |
tsp |
|
Salt, kosher |
tbsp |
1 |
|
Pepper, white ground |
tsp |
1/4 |
PROCEDURE:
- Glutinous rice is 1-1 ratio. Add 1 tsp salt for every 2 cups of rice. Cook in steamer. Rice should be “just warm” when mixing with other ingredients.
- While rice is cooking, season steak with oil, salt/pepper/garlic/ginger/oil… (chili flakes are great too!). Let sit for 1 hour, then cook on grill for 4 minutes each side. Remove from grill and slice against the grain, then slice again against the grain (option for putting the steak into the dumpling.
- Mix eggs with heavy Cream, whipping to incorporate and aerate mixture. Add 1 tsp salt and pinch of white pepper.
- Cut bacon into lardones, then in a hot non-stick skillet, render bacon fat…reserve fat, and add whipped egg mixture. Cook slowly, and gently, until “just done”. Reserve in refridgerator.
- Once Eggs are chilled, in a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients, and using your hands with gloves, gently incorporate the ingredients together well, so that no rice ‘clumps’.
- Using a Siu Mai wrapper, place 1.5oz ‘egg in center, lightly wet the outer edges, and pinch around top until shape is formed, while squeezing gently with left hand.
- Place onto a wax paper, and reserve until whole tray is completed.
- May be frozen in Airtight environment.
- Cook time is 8-9 minutes from Frozen, and 4 minutes fresh. Eat hot, and garnish with scallions and sriacha chili paste ‘dots’… chives or chili oil will do just as well.
Note: Grilled Steak options: This is a fantastic way to have fun with friends, making dumplings. You may grill ½ the meat and dice small into the mixture, then use the “strips” to lay over the top of your dumplings! Do not be shy with the chili sauce, the spiciness creates the need for more beverages…which makes for much more fun! Steak may be substituted with Chicken or Shrimp…play with your flavor and mood…, or make three different types. These freeze great, so make plenty!
SRP Kick-Off Party
Join the fun at the Official Training Kick-Off Party for the P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon & ½ Marathon. This free community event features live music, refreshments, prizes and giveaways, and a 3.5-mile training run led by 50k American Record Holder, Josh Cox. Invite your family, friends and co-workers -the SRP Kick Off Party is THE place to BE inspired!
Date: Thursday, October 8, 2009
Time: 5:00 pm -8:00 pm
Place: Arizona Falls/G.R. HerbergerPark, Indian School Road and 56thStreet
Download a SRP-Kick-Off Party Flyer
Highlights:
American 50K Record Holder-Josh Cox
American 50K Record Holder-Josh Cox
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3.5 Mile Training Run/Walk led by Josh Cox,three-time Olympic Trials qualifier and 50k American Record Holder
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Expo showcasing free training and nutrition products
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Discounts on marathon and half marathon registration
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Plus, the first 100 registrants receive an Official Race T-shirt!
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Live Music
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Refreshments compliments of P.F. Chang’s, NYPD Pizza, and MGD64 *ID required for beer tasting
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Interactive Q&A with marathon experts, Susan Lokenand Josh Cox
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Raffle prizes from SRP, P.F. Chang’s, Oakley, Garmin and more!
Road Runner Sports
Road Runner Sports is proud to partner with the P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon & 1/2 Marathon and help get you to the finish line!
Road Runner Sports Offers:
Road Runner Sports Clinic Schedule
Tempe Clinic Dates, all start at 6:00pm:
***September 15 - Official GET FIT Challenge GET GEAR Seminar***
October 13 - Shoe and Biomechanics
November 19 - Shoe and Biomechanics
December 10 - Nutrition and Hydration
January 7 - What to expect on race day
Scottsdale Clinic Dates, all start at 6:00pm:
October 14 - Shoe and Biomechanics
November 18 - Shoe and Biomechanics
December 9 - Nutrition and Hydration
January 6 - What to expect on race day
About the Clinics
Shoe and Biomechanics Clinics:
Gather valuable information and insight on how to make this year’s GET FIT Challenge an amazing and pain free experience. Fit Experts will guide you through the Shoe Dog System; you’re sure to feel great once you get your perfect pair of shoes! They’ll also explain the importance of shoe rotation, technical apparel, and walking accessories so you can make this year your best P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona race ever!
Nutrition and Hydration:
Learn how to keep the energy flowing as your miles add up with the use of gels, bars and drinks.
What to expect on race day:
PF Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon & 1/2 Marathon veterans will be on hand to fill you in on everything you need to know about race day and more. You can feel great knowing what to expect from the expo to before, during and after the race.
Group Training Runs Starting at Road Runner Sports
Join other runners every Saturday morning at 6:30am as we build our long runs for P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon & 1/2 Marathon. There will be four different groups leaving the store:
- Novice half marathon
- Advanced half marathon
- Novice full marathon
- Advanced full marathon
All paces and abilities are welcome. Each group will have a leader who will be there every step of the way to answer any questions, give advice and help motivate you!
Preferred Corral for Marathon Starters
The 2010 P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon start will have a Preferred Corral position for participants that have run a qualifying marathon or half marathon time in 2008 or 2009. The Preferred Corral will line-up directly behind the Elite field, and will lead the pack of non-elite participants. The Preferred Corral will be implemented at the marathon start ONLY.
How do I enter the Preferred Corral?
You must be registered for the 2010 P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon and need to provide proof of running a qualifying time. The first 500 participants to fax proof of meeting the qualifying time standards (see below) within the past two years (no earlier than January 1, 2008 or later than November 5, 2009) will be entered into the Preferred Corral. Please note: faxing proof does NOT guarantee entry into the Preferred Corral. Entry is limited to 500 runners on a ‘first-come, first-served’ basis and will officially close when full or on November 10.
Qualifying Times for Preferred Corral
Chip or gun time will be accepted. The time must have been completed within the past two years, no earlier than January 1, 2008 and no later than November 5, 2009.
Marathon: 3:20:59
Half Marathon: 1:30:59
Proof of Running Qualifying Time
One of the below documentations will be required as proof of completing a qualifying time. Either form of proof must include the applicant’s name, name of race, date/year of race and finishing time. *Email messages and website links will not be accepted.
- Race Result/Finisher Certificate
- Race Result Page
*If you have run a qualifying time at an Elite Racing marathon or half marathon in 2008 or 2009, you may notify us by email. Learn More
Fax Preferred Corral Application and Proof by November 10!
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Please download and complete the Preferred Corral Application. Fax the completed Preferred Corral Application and Finisher’s Certificate OR Race Results by November 10 to:
Attn: RnR Arizona Preferred Corral
Fax #: (858) 450-6905
Notification of Status
Applicants will be notified of their status (accepted / not accepted) by email within one week. Please remember, admittance to the Preferred Corral will be on a ‘first-come, first-served’ basis, and is limited to the first 500 qualifying applicants that register by November 10. An official “Preferred Corral List” - i.e. list of participants that will start in the Preferred Corral - will be posted on the website by November 20.
Qualified at an Elite Racing Event
If you ran a qualifying time in 2008 or 2009 at an Elite Racing event and you would like to be in the Preferred Corral, please complete the following:
- Email your request to rnraz@eliteracing.com by November 10
- Include subject line: Preferred Corral Request
- Type your name, name and year of the qualifying race, your finishing time and ‘request to be placed in the Preferred Corral.’
Please remember, assignment to the Preferred Corral is NOT guaranteed and is limited to the first 500.
Training Programs Up and Running for P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona
TNT has raised a total of $22.2 million (net)
The seventh annual P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon & ½ Marathon, running on January 17, 2010, is excited to announce the official kickoff to its 2010 training season. Informational meetings and seminars will be hosted by several partner charities and organizations, including the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Team Chances throughout July and August. The annual event helps more than 30 charities raise approximately $4 million (net) each year, and supports both local and national organizations.
Team In Training (TNT), a national training program that raises money on behalf of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, will host its next informational meetings on the evening of Thursday, July 23 in Paradise Valley and Avondale. Each meeting will provide details on TNT’s marathon and half marathon training programs, as well as information on fundraising for this year’s P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona. TNT has raised a total of $22.2 million (net) throughout the six year partnership with the race.
“We really look to these charity organizations to bring an extra boost to our events,” said Dawn Reichert, Event Manager of the race. ”The charity participants are often our most enthusiastic participants, and we try to grow our numbers each year and maximize the charity contributions that are generated through the event.”
Team Chances, another local charity partner, trained over 220 participants to complete the 2009 event. Team Chances mission is to fight childhood obesity and improve the quality of life through sports and physical education for Arizona youth. Runners and walkers looking to get involved with the Team Chances training program can find out more at their next informational meeting on July 23 at Endurance Rehab in Scottsdale at 6:00 pm.
Local organizations and businesses can get involved with a team of their own through the event’s GET FIT Challenge, a friendly team competition designed to get co-workers out of the office and training together for the P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona. Awards are offered to the top teams based on participation, and corporations and groups of any size are welcome. The GET FIT Challenge will begin its Third Tuesday Seminar Series, a free series covering topics such as training, nutrition, proper gear and more, on Tuesday, August 18 at 6:00 pm at the P.F. Chang’s restaurant at Kierland Commons in Scottsdale.
TNT Info Meetings
July 22 6:30 pm REI Paradise Valley
July 23 6:30 pm Avondale Community Center
July 25 10:00 am Cabela’s (Glendale)
July 25 2:00 pm Mountain View Recreational Center
August 1 9:00 am Phoenix Zoo
Team Chances Info Meetings
July 22 6:00 pm Sole Sports Tempe
July 23 6:00 pm Endurance Rehab Scottsdale
July 29 6:00 pm Endurance Rehab Phoenix
August 4 6:00 pm Maricopa Chamber of Commerce
August 12 6:00 pm Sole Sports Tempe
August 13 6:00 pm Endurance Rehab Phoenix
August 19 6:00 pm Endurance Rehab Scottsdale
Get Fit Challenge Third Tuesday Seminar Series
August 18 6:00 pm P.F. Chang’s Kierland
September 15 6:00 pm Road Runner Sports- Tempe
October 13 6:00 pm P.F. Chang’s Chandler
November 17 6:00 pm P.F. Chang’s Mesa
December 15 6:00 pm Athlete’s Performance
The seventh annual P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona will kick off the 2010 Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series. To register for the race or for more information on official charity training programs and the GET FIT Challenge, please visit www.rnraz.com or call 800-311-1255.
RECIPE: Spicy Shrimp Salad
Spicy Shrimp Salad with Mango and Avocado (or marinated skirt steak)
Ingredients
2 cups Mango, sliced lengthwise thinly
2 tbsp Soy bean oil or vegetable oil
2 tsp Chili paste, (sambal brand)
1 tbsp Grape seed oil
1 tbsp Lime juice, fresh
2 tbsp orange juice, fresh
1 tbsp zest from lime and orange mixed
4 heads Butter lettuce, ripped into pieces
1 head Romaine lettuce, cut into pieces
1.5 lbs Shrimps, cooked in seasoned water (21-25ct-size of shrimps)
1 cup Thai basil, mint, and cilantro (all chopped roughly)
1 cup Scallions, cut into rings (GPO-Green Part Only)
1 cup Teardrop tomatoes, sliced in half
¼ tsp white pepper, ground (or to taste)
1 tbsp Honey, preferably your local brand (great for allergies!!!)
2 each Avocado, ripe (small diced - 1.5 cups)
3 tbsp Soy sauce, or to taste
1 tbsp Rice wine Vinegar
Method:
- In a blender, puree the oil, juices, chili paste, soy, ½ cup mango, and honey. Prepare ahead to let chill, and flavor develop.
- Place the other ingredients in a bowl (shrimps are best served chilled), and pour dressing over ingredients. Toss the salad in a folding motion, ensuring they are coated but not ‘drenched’…reserve remaining dressing to dip the shrimp into if you wish.
- “Mound” on a platter, being sure to get all the ‘good stuff’ on top to see. Garnish with orange or lime wedges. Enjoy!
- This may also be done with grilled skirt/flank steak, with a great warm/cold contrast. After grilling, slice the beef thinly against the grain (marinate the beef with oil and honey well beforehand to tenderize the meat-or make extra dressing, and use 1 cup to marinade 1 ½ lbs meat for 12 hours).
RECIPE: Spicy Shrimp Salad with Mango and Avocado
Spicy Shrimp Salad with Mango and Avocado (or marinated skirt steak)
Ingredients
2 cups Mango, sliced lengthwise thinly
2 tbsp Soy bean oil or vegetable oil
2 tsp Chili paste, (sambal brand)
1 tbsp Grape seed oil
1 tbsp Lime juice, fresh
2 tbsp orange juice, fresh
1 tbsp zest from lime and orange mixed
4 heads Butter lettuce, ripped into pieces
1 head Romaine lettuce, cut into pieces
1.5 lbs Shrimps, cooked in seasoned water (21-25ct-size of shrimps)
1 cup Thai basil, mint, and cilantro (all chopped roughly)
1 cup Scallions, cut into rings (GPO-Green Part Only)
1 cup Teardrop tomatoes, sliced in half
¼ tsp white pepper, ground (or to taste)
1 tbsp Honey, preferably your local brand (great for allergies!!!)
2 each Avocado, ripe (small diced - 1.5 cups)
3 tbsp Soy sauce, or to taste
1 tbsp Rice wine Vinegar
Method:
- In a blender, puree the oil, juices, chili paste, soy, ½ cup mango, and honey. Prepare ahead to let chill, and flavor develop.
- Place the other ingredients in a bowl (shrimps are best served chilled), and pour dressing over ingredients. Toss the salad in a folding motion, ensuring they are coated but not ‘drenched’…reserve remaining dressing to dip the shrimp into if you wish.
- “Mound” on a platter, being sure to get all the ‘good stuff’ on top to see. Garnish with orange or lime wedges. Enjoy!
- This may also be done with grilled skirt/flank steak, with a great warm/cold contrast. After grilling, slice the beef thinly against the grain (marinate the beef with oil and honey well beforehand to tenderize the meat-or make extra dressing, and use 1 cup to marinade 1 ½ lbs meat for 12 hours).
RECIPE: Spicy Shrimp Salad with Mango and Avocado
Spicy Shrimp Salad with Mango and Avocado (or marinated skirt steak)
Ingredients
2 cups Mango, sliced lengthwise thinly
2 tbsp Soy bean oil or vegetable oil
2 tsp Chili paste, (sambal brand)
1 tbsp Grape seed oil
1 tbsp Lime juice, fresh
2 tbsp orange juice, fresh
1 tbsp zest from lime and orange mixed
4 heads Butter lettuce, ripped into pieces
1 head Romaine lettuce, cut into pieces
1.5 lbs Shrimps, cooked in seasoned water (21-25ct-size of shrimps)
1 cup Thai basil, mint, and cilantro (all chopped roughly)
1 cup Scallions, cut into rings (GPO-Green Part Only)
1 cup Teardrop tomatoes, sliced in half
¼ tsp white pepper, ground (or to taste)
1 tbsp Honey, preferably your local brand (great for allergies!!!)
2 each Avocado, ripe (small diced - 1.5 cups)
3 tbsp Soy sauce, or to taste
1 tbsp Rice wine Vinegar
Method:
- In a blender, puree the oil, juices, chili paste, soy, ½ cup mango, and honey. Prepare ahead to let chill, and flavor develop.
- Place the other ingredients in a bowl (shrimps are best served chilled), and pour dressing over ingredients. Toss the salad in a folding motion, ensuring they are coated but not ‘drenched’…reserve remaining dressing to dip the shrimp into if you wish.
- “Mound” on a platter, being sure to get all the ‘good stuff’ on top to see. Garnish with orange or lime wedges. Enjoy!
- This may also be done with grilled skirt/flank steak, with a great warm/cold contrast. After grilling, slice the beef thinly against the grain (marinate the beef with oil and honey well beforehand to tenderize the meat-or make extra dressing, and use 1 cup to marinade 1 ½ lbs meat for 12 hours).
GARMIN GIVEAWAY
GO THE DISTANCE WITH GARMIN GIVEAWAY
Now through August 31, Garmin is offering you a chance to win a Garmin 405 Forerunner.
Make every mile count with Garmin! Garmin will help you track your time, distance and speed throughout your training. And now through August 31, Garmin is offering you a chance to win a Garmin 405 Forerunner.
How to Win a Garmin 405 Forerunner*
- Anyone that registers for the 2010 race between July 5 and August 31 automatically qualifies.
- If you registered for the 2010 race prior to July 5, you can still win by referring family or friends to register before August 31. Just make sure they enter your email address in the referral box when they register online for the 2010 race. The more people you refer, the more chances you have to win.
Click here for a complete list of Garmin Giveaway Rules
*1 individual will win a Garmin 405 Forerunner, and 2 runner-ups will receive a $50 gift card to P.F. Chang’s China Bistro.
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