Swamp Donkey Adventure Racing Newsletter - May 22, 2010
Make Sure Not To Miss Out! PITA (Pain in the ASSin...) Early-Bird Ends May 25, 2010
Get in on the discount but don't fret... after May 25 you can still register for this incredible epic adventure but at the Regular Price $.
***ALSO NOTE All individual discipline events have been canceled as of May 22, 2010 and will not be held on race day. Everyone is more excited about the full course and we're going to have tons of fun!!*
Explore Winnipeg from a different perspective! Pain in the ASSiniboine is our newest and most exciting urban race! Racers cycle river trails, single track, park roads and the famous Trans Canada Trail to reach beautiful Beaudry Park in Headingly, Manitoba.Then hop into your canoe or kayak and paddle the swift moving Assiniboine River past some of Winnipeg's most elegant estates until you reach the Forks - Winnipeg's most popular landmark.
REGISTER HERE FOR **PITA** Pain In The ASSinniboine
Volunteer Here for Pain In The ASSiniboine
Swamp Donkey 2010 is "Off Running"!!!
15 Teams registered for Swamp Donkey already and only 20 days open! Get in quick as only 75 spots are available!!
Returning to Falcon Lake for our 4th Swamp Donkey Adventure Race, the race crew is looking forward to seeing all returning racers as well all the new racers for the 2010 race. "The Moose is on the Loose" September 25, 2010.
Register right away to avoid missing Manitoba's premier adventure race as the Swamp Donkey Adventure Race is open to only the first 75 teams registered. The first 10 teams to register, as always will walk away with some "bonus swag"!! Don't miss out!
Check out "SAMMY SAYS"!! For hints and tips throughout the year!
REGISTER HERE FOR SWAMP DONKEY 2010
VOLUNTEER HERE FOR SWAMP DONKEY 2010
Run!... In the Forest!!... Run!!!
"My momma always said ... you can tell a lot about a person by their shoes, where the go, where they've been. I've worn lots of shoes". This is one of my favourite quotes from one of my favourite movies! While the context of this quote makes a profound statement let's just say, I've worn a lot of shoes and "worn-out" a lot of shoes. This month we are going to feature trail running: the benefits, training, gear, locations and some events.
There are so many benefits to trail running. The trails absorb some of the shock on your joints from when you run on asphalt and concrete. But more importantly, there is a tremendous rejuvenation of spirit that comes from being surrounded by trees and animals. The weakest link for safe trail running is the ankle. Actually running on trails will strengthen them, but if you need some extra help you can jog on a mini tramp or use a BOSU balance trainer.
Look for shoes that have aggressively knobby soles and are more rigid than road running shoes. Other equipment includes wicking garments, water bottles, sunscreen, sunglasses, gaiters, Gore-Tex socks, insect spray, and ivy block. An alternative way to carry water is use a hydration bladder with drinking tube carried in a backpack or waist pack. Some trail runners use ultra-light hiking poles to increase speed and stability. For all your trail running needs check out the great folks at Wilderness Supply.
Winnipeg and Manitoba is home to many great trails from a short run of Beaudry Park to the extremely challenging Mantario Trail. Basic navigational skills are much more important on some trails. Carrying maps when training in unfamiliar areas is highly recommended, as you may cover large distances and veering off course is not uncommon, especially in some areas where signage is limited.
Want to "get your feet wet" and try an event? Start by contacting Manitoba Recreational Trails Association or Trail Run Manitoba for more info.
Till next month, I'll leave you with this... "From that day on, if I was ever going somewhere, I was running!... That boy sure is a running fool".
Ahhh... I've been called worse!
John
"Kick your ASSiniboine training into gear with Elite Performance Center"
Need to take your training to the next level? Looking for that edge that will put you to the "front of the pack"? Swamp Donkey Adventure Racing and Elite Performance Center have teamed up to provide our racers with "top-notch" training for the 2010 season. Elite has trained high level adventure racers preparing for local, national and international events.
Elite Performance Center!! Often imitated, never duplicated... Not only are they the leader in High Performance Training in Winnipeg, they invented it. With over 10,000 athletes trained to date, Elite has been the training partner of more professional athletes than anyone else in central Canada.
With two centers to serve your needs, the staff is ready to become the link to your success. Elite training programs and therapy sessions are designed for your individual needs and guarantee superior performance and results. Whether you are needing to get prepared for your next challenge, or straight off of an injury, they will provide you with the tools you need and the people to get you there.
Every month Jeff Fisher and Elite will post training tips on www.swampdonkeyar.com for our Swamp Donkey Racers. Stay tuned!!
Wilderness Supply Tent and Patagonia Sale
Check out our tent expo at Bord Aire CC (471 Hampton) where we will have tons of tents set up for you to choose from. 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 person, dining tents and bivies - you'll find it all here. Don't miss the best opportunity to see all the greatest tents set up at one time! Then check out Wilderness Supply 623 Ferry Rd. for unbeatable deals on Patagonia clothing. 600 Patagonia items will be available for this sale, first come first serve at 50-60% OFF!
WHERE: Wilderness Supply 623 Ferry Rd.
Tents located at Bord Aire CC, 471 Hampton. Just around the corner from the store off Silver Ave.
TIME: Friday 12:00 - 7:00 / Saturday 10:00 - 5:00 pm