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We’re excited to invite you to a unique fundraiser honouring the legacy of Vince Perdue—an extraordinary runner, mentor, and pillar of Sudbury’s running community.

To help us celebrate Vince’s lasting impact, we’re bringing in one of the most iconic figures in the ultrarunning world: Gary Cantrell, better known as Lazarus Lake. As the creator of the Barkley Marathons, the backyard ultra, and a legend in endurance sport, Laz’s presence makes this event truly special. His storytelling, wit, and deep connection to the running world promise an unforgettable evening.

This fundraiser will help us rename a section of the Lake Laurentian 10K loop Perdue Peak, commemorating the place that Vince and his wife, Lise, loved so deeply.

You can support the project by purchasing tickets through the link below:

An Evening With Lazarus Lake

All event details and ticket options are available there. Your participation—whether through buying tickets or spreading the word—will help bring Perdue Peak to life and ensure Vince’s legacy continues to inspire.

Thank you for helping us recognize Vince in a meaningful and lasting way. Bringing these two legends together, in the same room, is beyond exciting.

Warm regards,

Andre
The Boy Bitch

We will meet at the Sudbury Armouries located at 333 Riverside Dr. There is lots of parking in the compound and all are welcome. We will go for a one hour run and then meet in the Irish Mess for coffee and pot luck at 0900h. Vince and I will provide coffee and tea. Washrooms and change room are available on site. Please be early for the annual group photos. Santa Hats and Ugly Sweaters are strongly encouraged. Please no running spikes indoors.
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Note - There will not be a run out of the Elizabeth St location on this day.
PS - Vince and I will be in at 0700h to start the coffee and setup.

Andrew Breckon

Finding the perfect running shoe can feel like Goldilocks trying to find the right porridge. Instead of a singed tongue, the penalty for bad shoes can be black toenails and nasty lower body injuries. Fortunately, there’s a pretty simple rule of thumb which is simply how the shoe feels, according to: “New Science: How Smart Shoe Selection Can Lower Your Injury Risks.” A randomized trial of 527 recreational runners found that using the “comfort filter” approach to selection could reduce injuries by up to 76%. Researchers note that you have to actually run in the gear to properly assess cushioning, so don’t just stand still on the shop floor. Of course, finding the fit of your dreams is difficult if you are squeezing into a narrow toe box according to our own Rebecca Trachsel: “The Challenges of Being a Runner with Wide Feet, and Tips on How to Find Shoes that Fit.” Coach Trax suggests a simple width test: take the insole out and stand on it. If your forefoot is wider than the insole’s toe box, you need to size up or go wider. She also recommends seeking pliable upper materials like soft, stretchy mesh. To perform that insole test effectively, you’ve got to log off and walk in. Brian Metzler argues in “6 Ways You’ll Benefit By Shopping at Your Local Running Store” that you get expert shoe-fitting from staff who can analyze your gait. Plus, you help support a third space for runners to strengthen our community and make new connections.

    Wednesdays - meet at Apex Warrior parking lot departing at 1800h. Typically runs are 1 hour or 10km.
                    Saturdays - meet at Bell Park's Elizabeth St parking lot departing at 0800h. Typically runs are longer at 1.5 hours or 15km minimum.

Generally the pace floats between 5 and 7 minutes per km. Anticipate a mixture of roads and trail running on the routes.
Inclement weather is usually just a challenge. Group has only been cancelled for local races or xmas. Cancellations or changes in meeting locations will be posted.

Locations are show in the attached photos/maps.

Wednesday pm location

Saturday am location

May 26, 2026

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