Boston Blowout

            THE BLOWOUT IS BACK IN LORDSHIP! 

STAY FOR BRUNCH AT THE LITTLE PUB RESTAURANT

NOTE- WE HAVE REACHED OUR MINIMUM SO IT’S FULL SPEED AHEAD FOR THE BLOWOUT 

We’ve got room/permitted for up to 125 so tell your friends, spread the word, post it on social media. We will be ready to go for this unique, five mile loop in the scenic, quiet and pretty darn flat, hamlet of Lordship. 

Our partner Little Pub has a terrific brunch starting at 10am. Bring a change of clothes and join us. You’ll certainly work up an appetite from your run! 

If you plan to enjoy brunch- head right in from 10-3. The LP does not take reservations. 

COURSE TRUTH- ok here it is- the loop is actually 5.1 miles. No matter how I tried to tweak it I couldn’t get the exact 5 miles with the roads we use- and I’ve measured it three times.

BUT THE GOOD NEWS- we will not charge extra for the added distance of 528ft. You’re welcome.

We are running through the wonderfully scenic section of Stratford, along the water. It’s a pretty darn quiet neighborhood and really flat. We start and finish in the lot area across from the Little Pub at 10 Washington Pkwy.

It is a great place to do a long run on your own or with some friends.

Run/walk 5.1, 10.2, or 15.3 miles on our 5.1 mile loop course*. There will be at least one or two water tables on the course and plenty at the start/finish.

BUT it’s always a good idea to carry your own water or plant some ahead of time.

For those that are really into marathon training distance- you can easily add on miles before or after!

THE ONLY EVENT OF ITS KIND IN CT - TAKE YOUR PICK OF DISTANCE 

The finish line will remain open until 11:00am (That's around a 12+ min. pace if you start the 15* miler at 8:15am). 

If you plan to run a bit slower please email our Director to start earlier. IF YOU ARE STARTING EARLY You must connect with our timer JIM before you start!

The course is well marked with signage, cones and flour arrows on the streets. Course maps will be available and the link will be here soon.

(you can even change to a shorter distance while you’re in it!) 

We have designed a great 5.1 mile loop course that you can run once, twice or three times. With our safe, flat loop you’ll be able to maintain a consistent pace of your choice.  We offer you a low-key event to keep costs down, but still have a quality run and enjoy the experience. 

We always hear “There are no 5 milers in CT anymore!”  Now there is one to try. (And no 5.1 milers either)

It will be well marked on quiet roads. There is a warm restaurant to come back to if you decide to 'brunch' with us or even just enjoy a post run beverage of your choice.

If you feel great & decide to extend your run for another loop- go for it!

It is true there aren’t many 10* milers either. And certainly no other 15* milers!

This is a great opportunity to try the distance without any pressure. It’s a great training run for a future half marathon, marathon, or just to show yourself it is possible. It’s also a chance to run a PR if you’re ready. 

OUR NEW 5* mile COURSE -  http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7748335 

(*It is actually closer to 5.1mi - We are really sorry but in order to use the most scenic, quietist, & flattest roads, and after many tweaks/changes and remeasuring, this was the best route of all. And the police liked it. So the extra 528 feet per loop will help add distance and we will not charge extra. Thanks for your understanding)

TIMING-  JIM GERWECK! will use chip timing so you will get a 'net time' since there is a common start/finish line. And if you really need to start later than the 8:15am official start, Jim can accommodate you. (Remember- always write your name and time you wanted to run on a $20 bill and Jim can help you)

BUT WE URGE YOU TO ALSO PLEASE KEEP YOUR OWN TIME AS A BACKUP. We want to make sure every possible safeguard is in place. THANKS!   

EVENT DAY SCHEDULE 

5:30am  Wake up, carefully roll out of bed & turn on the coffee 

6:00am  Get semi-dressed, try not to pull a muscle

7:00am  Start driving if you're within 30 miles. If any farther you're late

7:30am  Bib distribution starts- Bring your own pins b/c you probably have a lot from the other races*

8:00am  Last call for the porto-pot 

8:15am  Start of the 5/10/15* miler (or more on your own if you want) 

Snacks, fluids, surprises when you are done.

10:00am BRUNCH STARTS at the Little Pub-  It's Good Eatin' and a great view!

If you can't stay for brunch at least plan to stop in LITTLE PUB for some well needed hydration!  IT'S MARCH MADNESS! 

Volunteers are always welcome - if you have friends or family that could help us with food, fluids, water tables, course marshal, etc.  PLEASE EMAIL Marty- msrunningproductions@yahoo.com 

Thanks again!   Marty Schaivone - Race Director 

                           Jim Gerweck - Timing Director