08-13-2019, 07:06 PM
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#401
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On pathways? you could start at Bedington/Country hills park, and run down the pathway all the way to downtown. That would be 20ish km. Take the bus straight back up centre.
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08-13-2019, 08:33 PM
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#402
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Scoring Winger
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Flight Level 360
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Originally Posted by Slacker
It seems Spartan US will take over Spartan Canada. I got an email from both Spartans about folding and Spartan US taking over.
Let’s hope we start getting the American obstacles next year.
On a side note, is there a good place in the NW to run a half marathon?
I’m doing the virtual Sea Wheeze and I haven’t found a place where I can run for a long stretch.
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I have ran many half equivalencies within Nosehill Park. It will not all be on asphalt due to the limited paved paths however. I do lot's of cross-country/trail running so I prefer it over city streets/pathways.
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08-13-2019, 10:49 PM
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#403
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First Line Centre
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Slacker
It seems Spartan US will take over Spartan Canada. I got an email from both Spartans about folding and Spartan US taking over.
Let’s hope we start getting the American obstacles next year.
On a side note, is there a good place in the NW to run a half marathon?
I’m doing the virtual Sea Wheeze and I haven’t found a place where I can run for a long stretch.
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The river is your best bet. Won't have any street crossings to deal with.
You can also do 2x out and back if you don't want to go quite as far.
Example:
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2564976397
Edit: handy search https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/search/
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10-06-2020, 11:13 AM
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#404
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Lifetime Suspension
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Calgary, Alberta
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Are any of you guys on Strava?
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10-06-2020, 11:20 AM
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#405
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Calgary
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If it's not on Strava, it didn't happen!
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10-06-2020, 01:10 PM
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#406
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Somewhere down the crazy river.
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Yes, but it has become kind of cumbersome with the changes.
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10-06-2020, 06:01 PM
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#407
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Ben
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: God's Country (aka Cape Breton Island)
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I don't run nearly as often as I should... unless I have a goal to work toward (a race, event or something, I really get out of the habit).
Anyway, Runtastic Pro is what I use. Is Strava that much better?
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06-16-2022, 12:46 PM
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#408
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Backup Goalie
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: yyc
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Need some over the ear headphones for running. Any recommendations for something comfortable and sweatproof? Do not like ear buds and have tried various kinds. Thanks.
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06-17-2022, 12:56 PM
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#409
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Scoring Winger
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Flight Level 360
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nomad
Need some over the ear headphones for running. Any recommendations for something comfortable and sweatproof? Do not like ear buds and have tried various kinds. Thanks.
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My response may not be helpful, my opinion of course. Running with anything over or in the ears is dangerous if you’re not on a treadmill or a controlled track environment. I cringe when I see people running on the streets, pathways, etc with their ears covered by headphones or earbuds. You can’t hear traffic or the many other potential threats that you would be privy to with ears wide open. Many years ago as a young Spartans distance runner, keeping your ears uncovered was engrained in our team. That was when cassette playing Walkmans were the norm. Now 34 years on as a Masters runner, ears wide open is still my mantra.
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06-20-2022, 01:49 PM
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#410
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Franchise Player
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nomad
Need some over the ear headphones for running. Any recommendations for something comfortable and sweatproof? Do not like ear buds and have tried various kinds. Thanks.
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What about bone conduction headphones like Aftershokz? You still can hear all the outside noises so you wouldn't have issues identifying threats, but the sound is decent enough to still be heard at a decent volume while running.
https://www.costco.ca/aftershokz-ope...100810457.html
I have essentially a base model version that I'm happy with. But there are some that are more expensive with higher clarity, longer battery life, lighter etc.
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06-20-2022, 07:14 PM
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#411
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Backup Goalie
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: yyc
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Great thank you I will check those out.
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08-29-2023, 11:49 AM
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#412
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Crash and Bang Winger
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Not Beltline
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I'm looking for some good running underwear for longer distances. I sweat a fair amount and chafing is always a possibility. Some internet research shows ExOfficio and Runderwear might be some good brands but either don't ship to Canada or have huge shipping costs.
Can someone recommend a good brand that I could find locally and/or a running store with a good selection of underwear. Thanks!
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08-29-2023, 11:53 AM
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#413
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Scoring Winger
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Calgary
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BeltlineFan
I'm looking for some good running underwear for longer distances. I sweat a fair amount and chafing is always a possibility. Some internet research shows ExOfficio and Runderwear might be some good brands but either don't ship to Canada or have huge shipping costs.
Can someone recommend a good brand that I could find locally and/or a running store with a good selection of underwear. Thanks!
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I'm quite partial to the Lululemon SenseKnit running tights. Expensive but the quality is extremely high. They also make great long underwear / base layer for winter alpine sports.
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08-29-2023, 12:09 PM
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#414
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Somewhere down the crazy river.
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Underwear? My running shorts had a mesh inside, not really intended to be worn with any underwear. If chafing is a concern there are some anti-chafing gels.
The good thing though is, eventually as you get more fit, your thighs will stop rubbing together.
If you really want underwear, try Gord’s, the guys there are pretty knowledgeable.
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08-29-2023, 12:47 PM
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#415
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Calgary
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Yeah, no underwear in the running shorts - that's what the mesh is for. If I'm running 15K or more, I'll put some bike anti-chafe cream down there with the boys.
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08-29-2023, 12:53 PM
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#416
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Ben
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: God's Country (aka Cape Breton Island)
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I've gotten back into running (finally).
Generally, I'll run in Under Armour underwear. I haven't had an issue. I have a few other brands of athletic underwear (Saxx, Joe Fresh) but I like Under Armour the best.
Also, this is the first year I've done a program. Can't believe the results. I did a Learn to Run 5K, and then instantly continued on with a Learn to Run 10K.
Hills man, hills are evil but holy hell do you improve.
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08-29-2023, 01:51 PM
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#417
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Oct 2021
Location: Richmond upon Thames, London
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Runners > cyclists.
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08-29-2023, 01:59 PM
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#418
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Scoring Winger
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: PL2 Row 3
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Maritime Q-Scout
I've gotten back into running (finally).
Generally, I'll run in Under Armour underwear. I haven't had an issue. I have a few other brands of athletic underwear (Saxx, Joe Fresh) but I like Under Armour the best.
Also, this is the first year I've done a program. Can't believe the results. I did a Learn to Run 5K, and then instantly continued on with a Learn to Run 10K.
Hills man, hills are evil but holy hell do you improve.
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What were the highlights of your training for both the 5K and the 10K? I'm going to join a training program next year to assist on my next 10K goal.
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08-29-2023, 01:59 PM
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#419
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Franchise Player
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TrentCrimmIndependent
Runners > cyclists.
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I do both.
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08-29-2023, 04:44 PM
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#420
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Ben
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: God's Country (aka Cape Breton Island)
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Slacker
What were the highlights of your training for both the 5K and the 10K? I'm going to join a training program next year to assist on my next 10K goal.
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1. The progress is fun to watch
2. Being in better shape, sleeping better, feeling better
3. Abs... apparently I have some. That's neat.
That said I sent you a DM about the programs.
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