2010 OBX Race Results

Sean, Ryan, Julian, & Adriano

As mentioned below in the Richmond Marathon post, the Rocky Mount Endurance Club was loaded up with people racing this weekend.  We had 10 race at Richmond, and an additional nine more at OBX Marathon and Half Marathon.  So glad to see the RMEC getting to enjoy the near perfect race conditions at both events.

Ryan passing a Half Runner

In the Marathon, Ryan Bullard takes top honors from the RMEC with an impressive 3:23:18.  This fantastic time earned him 107th place out of 1,660 finishers (top 7%).  Abe Cox was the next to cross the line from the RMEC with a solid 3:49:11.  Despite limited training (new dad) Abe ran within seven minutes of his marathon PR.  Well done Abe!

Abe looking focused

Sean Epps and Julian Martinez were both taking on the challenge of the marathon distance for the first time on Sunday.  Julian also had his brother join in the adventure as well.  All three did fantastic in their debut finishing is 4:24:00.  As the pictures show, they looked strong even in the final few miles!

Almost Done!

Mike Votava snuck down to OBX for the marathon as well.  Where he posted a 5:07:11 finishing time.  Not 100% certain, but pretty sure this was also Mike's first marathon.  Fantastic work guys!  We look forward to seeing you race again (and again) at more marathons.  Complete results of the marathon can be found online.

No longer Marathon Virgins!

We had some equally impressive performances in the Gateway Bank OBX Half Marathon race.  This well sponsored race brings in a crowd every year.  On Sunday 3,752 finishers cross the line.  Jeff Hartney took 41st place overall and 2nd in his age group.  Wow!  This puts him roughly in the top 1% of all finishers.

Levi Moore had a fantastic race as well finishing in 1:54:03.  Close on his heals came Mike Barnhill with a 2:01:56.  Based on their Facebook pictures of late night Jenga and enjoying some ice cold PBR it is safe to say all three had a good time.

Levi, Abs, & Mike

Fresh off her half marathon debut just a few weeks ago, Elizabeth Fuson knocked 7 minutes off of her original PR.  She ran a 9:16 pace for the 13.1 mile course and clocked a 2:01:18.  This was only Elizabeth's second half marathon.  Great job Elizabeth!  Complete results of the marathon can be found online.

Hopefully all of the PRs, awards, and debuts over the weekend is inspiring others to get out and race.  You have to keep challenging yourself with new goals to push your limits.  It could be a longer race, a faster time, or just trying to see how many you run.  What ever your motivation. . . keep running, and keep racing!