TCS Sydney Marathon this Sunday
Steve Kibble
Greetings KRew
After what seems like a very long time the TCS Sydney Marathon is here at last and it is great to see that KR will be very well represented with the KRew Repping the Red up and down the field. We will have few speedy sub 3hr runners, and then the KRew finishing continually up to at least 4hr 30min or longer. We all know that each and every person who finishes and pushes themself through the 42.2k course has achieved an amazing result! Go you good things!!
As part of the building excitement for the marathon on Sunday, this week the official marathon organisers have asked Kirribilli Runners to host the age group winners as a pre-marathon shake out run at KRClassic. We will have some special guests coming along for a last hit out before they attempt to win some of the age group categories. Will be great to talk to them about their preparations and race expectations.
Kirribilli Runners has also been highlighted by the marathon organisers as one of the clubs to go to for a last shake out run before the race. Make sure you come along and welcome all the visitors and show them not only the most iconic and scenic run in Sydney, but also how warm and welcoming Kirribilli Runners is!
TCS Sydney Marathon Official Volunteers, if sadly you are unable to run, or just want to be part of the fun it is not too late to be an official volunteer. https://pont3.rosterfy.com.au/invite/KirribilliRunners
KR Cheer Squad There will be KRew around the course especially between the Art Gallery and the finish line at the Opera House.
Shop is Open! Due to popular demand, and it has now been a few months since we last opened it, but the shop is now open for all your KR gear. We have a wide range of men’s and women’s t-shirts, crop tops and singlets, plus caps and visors, and don’t forget to order you KR jacket and Hoodie as well. It is always great to see so many of us running and racing Repping the Red in the great gear fro Sub4. https://www.sub4.com.au/category/kirribilli-runners/
Upcoming Events
Next KR Social Event: is on 21st September, Greg has organised the KR BBQ at Chinamans Beach. This will be a great way to gather in an informal setting and celebrate the life of KR. https://forms.gle/9RQcSnWdpd81ngbo9
Sadly, Sydney marathon really marks the end of the official KR supported races for 2024. This is a series of races that we like to make a special effort for the club each year. However, don’t despair as there is still some great races left his year that the KRew will be at Repping the Red. The biggest of these is the sold-out Melbourne Marathon in October. At the end of October is the Bondi2Manly Ultra for those wanting a huge and incredibly scenic challenge can do the full 80k event. For those wanting the experience and run with some friends there is the relay event.
Sri Chimnoy still have a couple of events left, including the marathon and half-marathon in Royal National Park, always a good event and I know that we have a few KRew going down for it. There is a still a few events in NSW at places like Orange for Lonely Mountain.
Plenty to keep us all occupied until the KR Christmas Party. Date to be announced shortly.
Lastly, a lot of races have opened registration for 2025, and based on how quickly they sold out last year, if you are thinking of running them, sign up now!
Of course, there are many many races throughout the year that the KR will do, such as those out at Sydney Olympic Park and around the foreshore. We will highlight as many was think of, but if you have one to promote you think the KRew will love, let us know!
If you want to find some for yourself I recommend using The Running Calendar website which lists just about every race in Australia.
Tuesday Recovery Speed Session will be on next week, 6:30pm at Gore Hill Oval, all welcome!
If you are bringing bags tonight, Evelyn will be there with her car to hold them whilst you run. (But please pick them up as soon as we have finished the run!) Thank you, Evelyn much appreciated!!
Don’t forget, post the run, we always head to the KH for a post run drink or two, then to the long time KR pizza place for awesome pizza at a discounted price from Hendra and his crew.
That’s a wrap for this week; remember to take care of yourself and others.
Keep running @everyone and happy trails,
Steve
Director
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