Ken and Lynn Stubbings ran in
Peterborough's 5k and 1/2 Marathon
and provide a story
for the Club
Ken Writes:
Hello everyone,
This year's race was the
exact opposite of last year's race. Last year we had 2"
of snow and a windy blizzard. This year it was sunny, dry, and
a high off 8 degrees C. The conditions were similar to the Toronto
Marathon last October. The biggest decision was what to where.
Shorts or pants? How many shirts? Gloves?
We packed the winter wear
and summer wear. Now the general rule is dress for 20 degrees
F. warmer than what it is. Step outside. If you're comfortably
cool, you are dressed about right. (So why did I not listen
to my own words?) I decided on the pants, short sleeved Tee,
and a fleece pullover. After I went for a warm up run, with
10 minutes to spare, I ran back to my locker, ditched the pullover
and put on a long sleeve Tee. I had no time to put on shorts.
I was a little warm but not too bad. Lynn decided on the pants,
tank top, and running coat. Shortly into the run she took the
coat off.
Remember my update on the
Port Perry 1/2M last September? I raced against a guy (Terry)
who ended up not showing. He liked to beat me and rub it in
at the finish line. Welllllll, he showed up this time sporting
his new "spicy" running suit. I just had my standard
black and blue clothing. Which brings up the question, do people
who wear "spicy" running gear go faster? Ah, time
will tell. (Maybe the coach could do a study on this topic.)
At the start line, I did not even look for him. I was already
worried that my time may be off due to winter training. I've
been putting out the same muscle effort, but with the snow,
wind, and extra clothes sometimes the time was off. The horn
sounded and off we went. He was not in front of me. One leg
of the course was a turn around. I did not seem him immediately
behind me. With the crowd coming I did not see him at all. So
I just kept giving it. I finished the race at 1:22:34 (P.B.
for 1/2M), 11th over all. And Terry finished 4 minutes later.
Upon writing this, I now realize he has pissed me off so much
that he could be a drive that pushes me. At Boston, I think
I will imagine he is right behind me.
Lynn's time for the 5k was
0:31:38. She was in race mode as well . She had a couple of
people right in front of her She gave it all and they finished
just behind her. There was no way she was going to let them
past. She felt good after the run.
So Vince is hinting for
a carved "Rocks Logo". He mentioned I could decide
on running a sub 3 hour Boston or doing the logo. The sub 3
hour is easier on the fingers, but the logo is easier on the
legs. Well, we will have to see.
To everyone else who is
looking forward to Boston, I hope your training goes as you
plan.
Ken
