Archive for the 'Tempe' Tag
October 28th, 2009, 12:00 pm by Mike Gossie
Looking for an event to scare up some sweat this Halloween? There are plenty of 5K goodies in the East Valley’s fitness fun bag this weekend. And just think, if you’re 175-pound person running a 5K at a 10-minute-per-mile pace, you’ll burn enough calories to eat a package and a half of M&M (assuming it’s a 1.69-ounce package) or a Snickers bar and still have about 100 calories to spare.
• Boo Bash Dash 10K and 2-Mile Family Fun Run: Wear a costume and enjoy Halloween activity booths, snacks, vendors, face painters and raffles for cash and prizes. Participants receive an event T-shirt.
When it is: Saturday, Oct. 31. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. 2-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk starts at 9 a.m., followed by the 10K at 9:15 a.m.
Where it’s at: Mesa Riverview theater district, 1061 N. Dobson Road, Mesa.
What it costs: $10 (under 18); $20 (18 and older); $25 race-day registration.
More information: (480) 844-0963 or http://www.mesariverview.com/events_view.asp?maleveid=85
• 4th Annual Ghosts & Goblins: 5K run/walk; 1 mile fun run/walk; free kids Monster Dash. Participants receive an event T-shirt.
When it is: Saturday, Oct. 31. Registration opens at 7 a.m. Races start at 8 a.m.
Where it’s at: Kiwanis Park, Tempe. Race site is south of Baseline Road, travel on Mill Avenue to All American Way-West. Start is on All American Way across from the ball field .
What it costs: $20 for the 5K; $15 for the 1 mile fun run/walk.
More information: (623) 362-8438 or http://www.arizonarunningeventsco.com/
• Freaky 5K Run & Festivus: There will also be a 1-mile Lil’ Goblin Fun Run/Walk “for the short-of-legs and short-of-breath.” Entry includes t-shirt, race bag and an eco-friendly trick-or-treating satchel. You’ll need it because there will be trick-or-treating along the way, so don’t forget your costume. Awards for best costume and best Halloween spirit.
When it is: Saturday, Oct. 31. Registration opens at 3:30 p.m.; Freaky 5K begins at 5 p.m.; 1-mile Lil’ Goblin begins at 5:15 p.m.
Where it’s at: CityNorth, Loop 101 and 56th Street, Phoenix.
What it costs: $35 for the 5K if you’re pre-registered; $40 day of race. $15 for the 1-mile Lil’ Goblin Fun Run/Walk.
More information: (480) 201-6762 or http://www.freaky5k.com/
Posted in: Uncategorized • 5K • CityNorth • halloween • Mesa • Riverview • running • Tempe | Post a Comment »
October 11th, 2009, 2:08 pm by Mike Gossie
Next weekend is going to be HUGE for runners, walkers, bikers, hikers, swimmers and triathletes throughout the Valley, with an amazing array of events that will help you get your sweat on. Here are five to choose from if you want to get in on the action:
• The Chandler Challenge: Saturday, October 17, 8 a.m. at Tumbleweed Park. Consists of a 5K fun run-walk and a 10K run. The 5K course leaves Tumbleweed Park, crossing McQueen Road, and heads south on the Paseo Trail with the turnaround at Queen Creek Road. The 10K course leaves Tumbleweed Park, crossing McQueen Road, and heads north on the Paseo Trail to the turnaround at Chandler Boulevard. Benefits the Chandler Education Foundation and Chandler Unified School District. For more information, visit http://www.4peaksracing.com/ or call (623) 330-0913.
• 18th Annual Frank Kush 5K and Family & Dog Run: Saturday, October 17, 8:35 a.m. at Tempe Town Lake. Great event for families and athletes of all ages, shapes, sizes and species. You’ll see lots of strollers, dogs, runners and walkers. For more information, visit http://www.arizonarunningeventsco.com/kushregistration.htm or call (480) 921-9341.
• JCC Scottsdale Fall Festival Adult & Youth & Relay Sprint Triathlon & Duathlon: Sunday, October 18, 7 a.m. at the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, Scottsdale. The adult triathlon consists of a 250-yard swim, 9.5-mile bike and a 2-mile run. The youth triathlon consists of a 100-yard swim, 3.1-mile bike and a half-mile run. This is a great event for people wanting to dip their toes into triathlon for the first time. For more information, visit http://www.trifamilyracing.com/ or call (602) 564-0717.
• Arizona State Fair 5K Run/Walk: Sunday, October 18, 8 a.m. at the Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Rd., Phoenix. The cool thing about this race in that participants get a T-shirt and four free tickets to the Arizona State Fair and are also entered into drawings for ride tickets and VIP concert tickets. For more information, visit http://www.runningmasters.net/ or call (480) 220-2019.
• Ride and Stride Series Race #2: Sunday, October 18, 8 a.m. at Market Street Park at DC Ranch, 20715 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. This unique event features a time-trial bike send off with participants starting at five-second intervals. This bike-run event is perfect for those wannabe triathletes who want to get into multisport competitions, but are still worried about the swim. For more information, visit http://pinnaclepeakevents.com/?page_id=157 or call (602) 206-4915.
The best of the rest:
• Arizona Open Water Swim Series #4: Saturday, October 17, 10 a.m. Lake Pleasant Harbor Marina , Peoria. 4,000-meter open water swim and 2,000-meter open water swim. Call (480) 460-5052 for more information.
• Arizona Road Racers South Mountain Classic 20K and 5K: Sunday, October 18, 7:30 a.m., South Mountain Park, 10409 S. Central Ave., Phoenix. For more information, visit http://www.arizonaroadracers.com/ or call (602) 954-8341.
Posted in: Uncategorized • arizona • biking • chandler • east valley • races • running • scottsdale • swimming • Tempe • triathlon | Post a Comment »
October 10th, 2009, 8:08 pm by Mike Gossie
Tempe Bicycle is hosting a free clinic Tuesday, Oct. 13 from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. for those who are just starting out in cycling and those who have been riding, but need some basic informtation to move further into the sport. The clinic will cover adjusting and sizing your bicycle, repairing a flat, lubricating your bike, tips on shifting, state and city laws and tips on riding for greater safety.
Tempe Bicycle is located at 715 S. Rural Rd. in Cornerstone Mall. For more information, visit www.tempebicycle.com or call (480) 966-6896.
Posted in: Uncategorized • arizona • bicycle • clinic • free • Tempe | Post a Comment »
September 24th, 2009, 8:56 pm by Mike Gossie
Bicycling magazine’s BikeTown USA rolls into the East Valley Saturday to give away 30 Jamis Commuter 1 or Citizen 1 bicycles, helmets from Lazer, and locks from On Guard. The lucky recipients submitted winning essays about how a new bike would change their world.
Once the recipients get their bikes, the magazine will follow their progress for three months on www.bicycling.com.
Check it out
What: Bicycling Magazine’s BikeTown USA rides into the East Valley
When: Saturday, September 26, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Where: Tempe Transportation Center, 322 E. Veterans Way, Tempe
Posted in: Uncategorized • bicycling • bike • cycling • free • Tempe | Post a Comment »
June 27th, 2009, 7:55 pm by Mike Gossie
Register by July 4th with code COOLT and receive $10 off the entry fee for the 7th P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon or ½ Marathon and get a P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona training T-shirt for free. The race takes place Jan. 17, so there’s still plenty of time to train. Go to http://www.rnraz.com/home.html to register.
Posted in: Uncategorized • discount code • marathon • P.F. Chang's Rock N Roll Arizona Marathon • phoenix • running • Tempe | Post a Comment »
June 15th, 2009, 9:11 am by Mike Gossie
 A boat competes in the Arizona Dragon Boat Festival at Tempe Town Lake. (Photo: Arizona Dragon Boat Association) Some people say they have the eye of the tiger. But how about the arms of a dragon?
According to Alicia “Al” Chandler, a member of the Arizona Dragon Boat Association who paddles for the Arizona Sun Warriors, anyone can become the arms of a dragon.
“Dragon boating is ideal for anyone who enjoys water sports, die-hard athletes, or those who are looking for some way to start being active,” Chandler said. “Dragon boating is a spectacular way to get your core muscles in shape.”
So what the heck is dragon boating?
“The boats our organization uses are 20-person boats,” Chandler explained, “which means each boat can hold a drummer on the front, followed by nine rows with two people in each row and a steer person at the rear. Each person paddles on the side of the boat they are seated on. We typically compete in 250-, 500- and 1,000-meter races.”
The sport gets its name because during festivals and races, teams race with a dragon head and tail attached to the boat.
“We have members in their teens and people who are in their 50s, as well as men and women of various fitness levels and athletic ability,” said Chandler, whose team works out twice a week on Tempe Town Lake. “There are several couples who paddle together in the organization. Our team emphasizes teamwork, positive attitude and camaraderie in the boat. We want to have fun.”
But not only do they have fun, they get fit, too.
“The technique involved in the stroke really works your core muscles, but it requires the use of your arms and legs as well,” Chandler said. “The more you work on your form and endurance, the more strenuous a paddling workout will be. If you need to take it easy, you can paddle a little lighter and take it easier.”
Sound like fun? Chandler said aspiring paddlers can come to the Tempe Town Lake Marina Tuesdays from 5:45 p.m.-8 p.m. or Sundays from 6:45 a.m.-9 a.m. and try it out for free.
Want more information? You can contact Chandler at azsunwarriorsinfo@gmail.com or (480) 628-3153. You can also contact Arizona Sun Warriors team manager Louis Benabe at azsunwarriors@gmail.com or (623) 256-8969. The Arizona Sun Warriors are also on Facebook and MySpace.
More information on the Arizona Dragon Boat Association can be found at www.AZDBA.com.
Posted in: Uncategorized • core • dragon boating • fitness • rowing • Tempe • tempe town lake | Post a Comment »
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