Buying New Running Shoes
Steve Kibble
Greetings KRew
This week I had to do something that I’ve not had to do in many years, after nearly 10 years Under Armour have stopped making the ‘Infinite’ shoes. As everyone knows I have run in the Infinite range for thousands and thousands of kilometres, be that regular training, racing marathons and ultras, even until a couple of years ago, I used them for trail running and racing. I could get anything from 1500 to 200okm per pair.
I know of all the runners in the club, I am a bit of shoe luddite, but I liked them, they worked for me and I could order them online without the need of going to store. (And they were always on sale, so cheap and reliable.)
This week I braved the traffic and headed to Running Warehouse to try on new shoes and find something new. In the club I think most people have multiple pairs of shoes, some having multiple brands as well as different models within a brand and so may wonder why I have stayed with the one type for so long. The short answer is that they worked for me, and if you have something that works, why change it. So if your favourite bit of running kit is no longer made I wish you well on your journey to something new.
The KR Shop is the place where you can get yourself the KR Merch. Whether you are new and this will be your first Red shirt, or you need to stock up there is something for everyone. Before you ask, yes, the KR 20th Year shirts, both short and long sleeve, as well singlets and crop tops are all available. Plus, the black jacket is available again, this much in demand item has been out of stock but is there again but hurry as stocks are limited.
https://www.sub4custom.com/category/kirribilli-runners/
TCS Sydney Marathon Official Volunteers. KR has only a few spots left for official volunteers for the marathon at the end of August. So please get in quick and be part of the KR Team who volunteering to help the event go smoothly. See or message Florence, Anel or myself for details. Will be a great day!
https://pont3.rosterfy.com.au/invite/KirribilliRunners
For email only here above is the link to use to register as an official volunteer.
20th Anniversary Update
Stay tuned for the Al-mazing Race announcement!
The calendar of course, has all the regular KR runs as well as the major races that we will be following and promoting. We will add to the races as the year goes on. If you have a favourite race, then let me know and we can add it.
Upcoming Events
Monthly Long Run this Sunday is the annual City2Surf sneak peek. This always a popular KR long run and I expect many will join Tully and team at 8am at the usual meeting place in Kirribilli. There will be six pace groups so everyone can find a group to run with. See the invite using the link below.
https://www.facebook.com/events/916870624004978/?active_tab=discussion
Tuesday Speed Sessions. We will be meeting at 6:30pm at the usual spot at Gore Hill Oval. It is open to all and if you want to know more details, please reach out to me.
Upcoming Races
Real Insurance harbour 10k a flat fast course along the foreshore . So far, we have 30 people in the KR team and would love to have you join us. Post the race we will gather at the usual place Squires Landing for a beer and race debrief.
Of course, there are 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 we think of, but if you have one to promote you think the KRew will love, let us know!
If you want to find some races for yourself, I highly recommend using The Running Calendar website which lists just about every race in Australia. If you find a race that has a KR Team and needs a code let me know. Or if you are the first KR to sign up for a race, please create a KR team and let me know.
https://www.runningcalendar.com.au/
If you are bringing bags tonight, Trevor will be there with his car to hold them for you. As always please collect them straight after the finish photo. Thank you Trevor, much appreciated.
Regarding the bag drop, to help keep KR running smoothly I have asked Trevor to take on being the coordinator for Monday and Thursday nights to ensure there is a car to enable the bag drop. He has a group chat and would love to add you to it if you are able to help from time to time.
That’s a wrap for this week; remember to take care of yourself, and if you can, others.
Keep running @everyone and happy 20th Anniversary Kirribilli Runners!
Steve
Director
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