Tobacco Road is Coming!

Did you know the RMEC has 25 runners rrunning for the Tobacco Road Marathon and Half Marathon? Not only that, there are about 10 other Rocky Mount runners not in the club racing as well.

This is the second year of the race but it is already becoming a favorite for the RMEC. The unique course takes advantage of the American Tobacco Trail for most of the race. This wide packed-cinder trail in flat and perfect for a PR. The marathon has two long out-and-backs and the half marathon has one. Out-and-backs are great when racing with friends. It gives you a constant sense of encouragement every step of the way. With the right weather conditions, I expect lots of PRs. . . and a few BQs as well.

For those racing, please post comments about your travel plans. I expect there are lots of chances for carpooling.

HALF MARATHON:

• Carolyn Beam
• Kevin Boudreau
• Ursula Forrester
• Elizabeth Fuson
• Jason Irvin
• Brad Kerr
• Brian Lankford
• Patti Miller
• Amber Shingleton
• Jon Shingleton
• Julie Stutts

FULL MARATHON:

• Cliff Amos
• Ryan Bullard
• Dennis Crossen
• Gerry Felton
• Jeannie Kerr
• Dave Lavely
• Frank Lilley
• Julian Mcleod
• Yvonne Mcleod
• Jeff Miller
• Eric Pate
• Tracy Proctor
• Kinnie Pruden
• Ralph Willey