The Wednesday Night Runners are a motley but friendly lot who meet every Wednesday evening at 5:30 at The Runners Market, Bearden in Knoxville. Runners and walkers of all speeds are always welcome. Come run!

Sunday, June 21, 2009

More on Summer Solstice


photos: Cindy, Ashey and friends, Diane, Tracy R and Liza


As a running newbie, I learn something new at every race. At this year's Summer Solstice, as a volunteer, I learned that people on country roads don't take kindly to being asked to stop, slow, or take caution on account of a bunch of runners. I have a new appreciation for what the police officers and volunteers must endure when holding back traffic in all of the downtown races. I also was reminded that we have some tough runners in our midst. The hills at Summer Solstice seemed daunting, even from the back of a pick-up truck, riding to my location. The heat was incredible and there was no breeze whatsoever. There were many WNRs at the race and many placed. Ashley, Liza, Tracy R., Julie A., and Bruce all placed (I'm sure I'm forgetting some, sorry!). Great job, guys. More photos here:http://www.flickr.com/photos/31334437@N07/sets/72157620004173991/

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