Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Sunburst Races 2010




Sunburst Races is one of the Michiana's most exciting athletic events. The marathon and half marathon provide a beautiful course along the scenic St. Joseph River; the 10K and 5K runs provide the speed and excitement of the shorter distances, and the 5K walk supports general fitness. But no matter your distance or your pace, all participants are treated to a world-class finish at the hallowed grounds on the University of Notre Dame Stadium's 50-yard line. It's a finish you'll never forget.

For 2010, the events were conducted based on the following schedule:
Family Fun Walk6:00 p.m. (Friday, June 4)
Marathon6:00 a.m. (Saturday, June 5)
5K Run7:15 a.m.
Half Marathon7:30 a.m.
10K Run7:45 a.m.
5K Fitness Walk9:00 a.m


Family walk on Friday, is on the east race in South Bend along the St.Joseph River.





Saturday, June 5, 2010

2010-Michiana Bike to work week

In michiana (region bordering states Michigan and Indiana!), during May every year, one week is celebrated as "Bike to work" week. During this week, companies, individual can register in the website http://michianabiketowork.org/ and log on their miles from home to office and vice versa. There is also a trohpy for the organization which is recording the most miles!

2009 Results
111 teams
679 Riders
Total miles ridden to work: 16,179
BOSCH "Brakeaways" rode 2614.30 miles
2010 Results
Bosch "Brakeaways" leading with 2434 miles (33 participants!)