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19th May 2007 

So we all made it back safely!

The trail was in very good shape the, "cut here", guys had done there work, the mud was no worse than the last couple of time we ran it..

Quite a few of you have requested a way to communicate with other members.  There is several ways to do this.  I added a Buddylist and Private Messages.  Click on any username (usually posted a the top of a comment/blog or story and add them to your buddylist and/or send a private message. You can also search for a user via the search function in the top right of every page.  To change your message, notification or other account settings please visit your account.   

Check out the new selection of merchandise available in the Club Fat Ass Store.  There are hoodies, sweat shirts, long and short sleeve t-shirts, maternity wear, caps, mugs, postcards and a lot more.  Slogans are funky and range from "The most fun you ever had with your clothes on" to "Put some colour in those cheeks".  I couldn't resist putting "Run for your life, piggy!" on a BBQ-Apron.

Please join us Saturday 9 June at 8:30 for a trail run with a twist that explores some of the most scenic areas of Vancouver's famous North Shore mountains.  Choice of 25K "Up", 25K "Down", 50K "Up and Down" and "Roll Your Own" custom distance options to suit all abilities.  Approximately 3,000m (9,000') of elevation change over the 50K course on moderate to challenging trails.Find more details and event registration through the links below:

Craig Moore 4-1/2h into the Vancouver 100

For anyone interested in a fun 25 km trail run (options of 9 km, 12 km as
well) take the time to sign up now and come have some fun this coming
Sunday!

As the run organizer I have to say everything seems to be coming together.
Over 30 liters of drinking water has been hoofed in and stashed at the 2
remote aid stations, and before the week is out there will be additional
volumes of Gatorade and other treats taken in and stashed ready and waiting
for you CFA runners entering the event this weekend. The trails are in
fantastic shape and it is not too hot yet.

The runners entered in this event will cruise by 3 supported "aid stations"
on route that will have liquid and other "treats" to keep you all happy.
There is also volunteer First Aiders that will be cruising around the course
on mountain bikes (and in radio contact with the aid stations) for extra
security and peace of mind of all runners entered.

Also, for those of you that have signed up for the event, the good news is
that BC Hydro has now cleared all the downfallen trees that had closed and
blocked the Lakeside Trail between the start and the floating bridge near
the south end of the lake. This section is now open and in great shape! If
you check route instructions at #6 / 1 km mark you can now stay right on
Lake View Trail" right to the bridge. It doesn't really affect the mileage
that much but is easier and clearer for you all to follow. Same with "coming
home"... After crossing the floating bridge at point #63 / 23.6 km mark, you
can simply stay left-left-left along the same route (Lake View Trail, then
Energy Trail) back to the finish line. Easy and cool route.

So, if you are thinking of giving this event a try, DO IT. It promises to be
a fun one. This area is a hidden gem in the lower mainland area, and if I
can get you out there to run once, I guarantee you WILL come back to run
there again (note: Fluffy Bunny event on August 4th is another local CFA run
you can enjoy here).

Get their early, Buntzen Lake Recreation Area is busy on a sunny weekend.
The parking lot was about half fun even on a cloudy holiday Monday
(yesterday). Remember, when you get there, walk from any of the 3 big
parking lots directly North toward the beach then go left to the one big
Gazebo. This is where we will be setting up the registration area. Please
come directly there to check in and say HI.

Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Pete SS (fellow Club Fat Ass runner).

Ps  I am also working on arranging some good weather for you all.

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I would like to introduce Curb Ivanic to members of Club Fat Ass. Curb Ivanic hold’s a Masters degree in Exercise Science specializing in Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention. He is the owner of Ultra Fitness Coaching & Consulting as well as the developer and co-producer of the Sport Shape Up Running DVD’s (www.sportshapeup.com). His designations include Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) with the National Strength and Conditioning Association and Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) with the National Academy of Sports Medicine.