Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby PinkLady » Mon May 30, 2011 6:50 am

Got 'er done as usual, Andy. Congrats on yet another well done race, can't believe you can still keep track of them after so many, huh? ;)
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby purdy65 » Mon May 30, 2011 7:35 am

Great job Andy. I knew when I heard you were pacing Sylvie, that she would have a much better than average chance at achieving her goal! Now on to number 24! Eeks! Good Luck!
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Postby Dr. S » Mon May 30, 2011 7:43 am

Awesome job out there Andy! Helping a friend is really rewarding!!
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Postby Robinandamelia » Mon May 30, 2011 8:19 am

Well done! Great result!
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Postby HCcD » Mon May 30, 2011 9:24 am

Thanks Peeps, for your kind words, you're the greatest ... 8) :wink: :oops:

With both Vancouver and Ottawa, in the books this month, I had the opportunity to tinker and play with my hydration and caloric and electrolye needs and requirement and think that I am closer to finding the magic combination, for my next attempt at racing a marathon for a BQ/PB !!!!

As noted in another thread ... I had my disposible water bottle with me from the "get go" and filled it up when it got empty at the water station and still took at leat a cup at each, while sipping along the way ... and, took in at least 5-6 gels, as well with about a dozen or so E-Load Zone Caps during the Ottawa Marathon ... and, in Vancouver, I also took in 6-7 gels, along with 1-2 cups of water at every water station ...
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby MikeM » Mon May 30, 2011 9:48 am

Congrats on the awesome pacing job and finishing #23 (in under 10 years!!).
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby abirdd » Mon May 30, 2011 12:21 pm

Dr. S wrote:Helping a friend is really rewarding!!


Exactly this - helping a friend is such a grounding experience. Major kudos to you :D
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby Tori » Mon May 30, 2011 12:26 pm

Great job on Marathon #23!!! You are a very great running buddy! :D
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby canalrunner » Mon May 30, 2011 1:57 pm

that is a great thing you did. Kudos from one bunny to another.
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby Tisha » Mon May 30, 2011 4:01 pm

You ROCK, Andy! Special people are going to get special things in their lives! You deserve all good things! :D
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby Avis » Mon May 30, 2011 4:12 pm

My mouth is still hanging open over the twenty-three marathons in what, 9 years! Well done.
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Postby Kelodie » Mon May 30, 2011 5:24 pm

Good job Andy. It seems like you have become quite the skilled pacer! Congrats on #23. :-)
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Postby Lightning » Mon May 30, 2011 8:24 pm

Wow, congrats to you and your friend! Glad you still enjoy the marathon game. It is my favourite distance!
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Postby HCcD » Tue May 31, 2011 8:59 am

For prosperity sake .. :shifty: :wink:


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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby rungeek » Tue May 31, 2011 9:11 am

Congrats on #23 and on doing such a nice thing for another runner. Very cool. B-)
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Postby Hammie » Tue May 31, 2011 10:41 am

Congrats on #23 and being such a wonderful bunny!
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby purdy65 » Tue May 31, 2011 12:07 pm

Don't mind if I say so - but you guys look happy but DRENCHED :lol: :lol:

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Postby HCcD » Tue May 31, 2011 12:27 pm

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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby b_squared » Wed Jun 01, 2011 7:22 am

Congrats on another impressive run!
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Postby RA. » Wed Jun 01, 2011 8:35 am

That's fantastic, Andy! What a great friend you are!
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby jes » Wed Jun 01, 2011 10:08 am

That's so wonderful Andy! You're a great friend :D

If you decide not to race Hamilton but still want to run the full, I'd be happy to have your services as a pacer. Of course, you could probably walk my goal time :lol:
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby Ken B » Wed Jun 01, 2011 9:00 pm

Congratulations, Andy! You are a fine runner and a great friend!! :)
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby West Grey Runner » Fri Jun 03, 2011 8:12 am

Pacing is a wonderful way of giving back but you end up receiving even more… funny how that works. Good luck in SF Andy .
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Re: Andy's Marathon #23 in the Books in the Ottawa Marathon

Postby Nicholas » Sun Jun 05, 2011 8:18 pm

Nice one, buddy! And helping out a hot chick, too.
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