Tenzing Hillary Evertest marathon

Some people (actually most people) think running a marathon is extreme. Of course there is ultra running who have just finished their warming up after 42k.

But how about running in extreme locations? For example Death Valley, the Sahara or on the world highest mountain: Mount Everst.

Every year on May the 29th the Tenzing Hillary Evertest marathon commemorates the first ascent of the mount in 1953. The start is at 5400 close to the khumbu icefall, on of the first hurdles above base camp (when climbing the mountain). The finishline is of course 42195 further and about 2000 meter lower on the mountain in Namche bazar.

A local farmer won for the third year in a row in a time of 3:53:14. The course record was set in 1999 and is a awesome 3:16:03.

And then to think that I was considering Snowdonia Marathon and decided agianst it because I found it a bit to extreme...city boy.... (to be honest: As long as I make progress on the marathon and manage to lower my PB I stick to city marathons. Once the decline is setting I go looking for other challenges)

Runnerscookbook

Not written by runners but with recipes from runners: The Runners Cookbook With for example a recipee from Sebastian Coe. The subtitle "Winning Recipes from Some of the World's Best Athletes" makes you hope to find THE wonderrecipee that makes you run well but as everybody knows; it doesn't exist.

Nevertheless a nice idea for a good cause. The proceeds go to:

1. Ryan Shay Memorial Fund: Ryan Shay died last year NOvember app. 5 miles into the Olympic Team Trial.


2. Jenny Crain "Make It Happen" Fund: Jenny was hit by a car while training and is currently working on her recovery.

Will disabled runner start in Being?

In January I posted an item on the South African amputee Pistorius. His ambition to run in Being was blocked by an IAAF ruling. However, thanks to a ruling of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) his dream is back again. They ruled that, based on the evidence by the experts, there is no ground for the IAAF ruling that stated that his blades will give him an advantage.
Now he has the posibility to get him self on the South African team if he manages to bring down his PB from 46.46 to at least 45.95.

Google Alert - marathon

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Marathon adds group competition to next year's race
Houston Chronicle - United States
Completing a marathon is an individual triumph. But participants in the Chevron Houston Marathon will be able to make it a group effort when officials debut ...
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An Oldies Marathon Runs a Few Extra Miles
New York Times - United States
The Ponderosa Stomp is an oldies marathon as dreamed up by record collectors: the kind of music fans who prize soul veterans' rare B-sides and ...
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Parents in death free on bond
Wausau Daily Herald - Wausau,WI,USA
Part of that plan includes having two people close to the family serve as caretakers, Marathon County District Attorney Jill Falstad said. ...
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It'sa marathon of a promotion
Cay Compass - Grand Cayman,Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands Marathon may be at the end of the year but its organizers are busy promoting it abroad at every opportunity. Organisers of the Cayman ...
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Scenes from a marathon
Monterey County Herald - Monterey,CA,USA
To the two of us, this was the season to miss racing the Big Sur International Marathon (BSIM) in favor of other pursuits. It's the first time since 1990 ...
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Sarah's success in marathon effort
Suffolk Free Press - UK
Sarah completed the rowing in 37 minutes and the marathon in 91 minutes. The Eye Fund charity was set up in October and has the backing of Sir Paul, ...
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Marathon to reach 10000
In-Forum - Fargo,ND,USA
The Fargo Marathon will reach 10000 entries by the end of the week. It was only three years ago when race organizers wondered if they would get 1000 people. ...
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Marathon runner takes down a thief
Minneapolis Star Tribune - Minneapolis,MN,USA
But that didn't stop the 30-year-old medical researcher and marathon runner from tearing off his suit jacket Tuesday afternoon to chase a thief through ...
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Marathon Intersects 3.16 g/t PGM and Au and 0.40% Cu over 14 m at ...
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Marathon effort well worth it
Pocono Record - Stroudsburg,PA,USA
When hundreds of obsessed marathon runners fill local roads on Sunday, think of the dedication they are showing to a wonderful cause. ...
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Marathon Oil first quarter profit edges higher on strong revenue ...
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BMO Bank of Montreal Vancouver marathon goes this weekend
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Marathon Haikus
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Four Former Champions to Race In Belfast Marathon
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The former Dublin marathon and Great North Run champion is the model of consistency. A year ago he used the gruelling Antrim Road hill to destroy the opposition and eventually record a winning margin gap of some 6 minutes. ...
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Trail running on trail shoes

Yesterday I posted some tips on trail running. Depening on the surface of your trail run it might be advisable to wear trail shoes! I have posted a very short review on the Inov8 Flyroc 310, and the Inov8 Terroc 330 but for more reviews I am so free as to copy a review from Map My Run. The website Map My Run now offers the possibility to add your own story in various categories. The categories are Check this Out!, Favorite Route, Feature Story, How-To, Interviews, My Gear!, Photo Essay and Race & Event Report or you can simply select the Top 10.
In the categorie My Gear! you can find this review thanks to Kevin:

	The North Face Fire Road Traction: This is a great shoe for light/smooth trail running combined with road running. Stability: Testers said they felt very supported in these shoes while running on smooth trails or roads. Toe Protection: Good Presentation: This shoe did well with our testers in the looks department. One of the favorites for looking good on the trails and around town. Fit: Normal Durability: 8 Breathability: This shoe is extremely breathable. Cushioning: The Fire Road faired well with our testers with its cushioning system. Price: $109.95 buy now
	Brooks Cascaida Traction: The lugs on the bottom of the Brooks Casadia give you traction in almost any senario you will run into. Stability: These shoes performed very well in this category. It is hard to find yourself off balance in these shoes! Toe Protection: Good Presentation: These shoes have a good running shoe look with the added ruggedness for those looking for more of a hardcore look. Fit: Normal Durability: 9 Breathability: Extremely breathable mesh throughout the shoe. Cushioning: The Cascadia performed very well with its cushioning system without sacrificing it stability. Price: $104.45 buy now
	Pearl Izumi SyncoSeek 2 Traction: The traction of the Synco is much like a road running shoe. Stability: With it’s low profile, these shoes will keep you well grounded for shorter trail races. For the ultra trail racers, we suggest a shoe with more of a cushion system. Toe Protection: Fair Presentation: This shoe had an average look according to testers. Fit: Normal Durability: 8 Breathability: The shoes provide great overall breathability. Cushioning: These shoes are a lightweight trainer/racer, but in that category, they performed well with its cushioning system. Price: $84.50 buy now
	TevaPro Wraptor Stability Event Traction: This shoe has a good traction system for the trails of all levels, best for rocky trails. Stability: These shoes performed best on extreme uneven surfaces. Toe Protection: Great Presentation: These shoes felt boxy for most testers and was lower in scores for looks. Fit: Wide Durability: 7 Breathability: The breathability in these shoes are better in colder conditions. The inner liner keeps a lot of heat in. Cushioning: The Wraptor had a pretty stiff ride for most of our runners. Price: $110.00 buy now
	Adidas Adizero XT W Traction: This shoe provided good traction with most trails surfaces. The low profile allows the foot to grip most rocks and odd shaped surfaces. Stability: These are a great lightweight trail race shoe that will keep you on your feet for those shorter distance trail races. Toe Protection: Fair Presentation: These shoes have a snug fit and testers said they liked the look of these shoes. Fit: Narrow Durability: 7 Breathability: These shoes felt great -- lightweight and very breathable. Cushioning: These shoes are a lightweight trainer/racer, but in that category, they performed well with its cushioning system. Price: $84.00 buy now
	Asics GT - 2130 Traction: This shoe has a beefy road shoe traction feel to it, allowing good traction for most trail runners. Stability: These shoes performed well in this category. There weren»t many surfaces that could throw our testers off balance. Toe Protection: Fair Presentation: These shoes have the look of many road shoes with a few darker colors as many trail shoes have. Fit: Normal to Wide Durability: 9 Breathability: The GT provides average breathability. Cushioning: The shoe provided great cushioning without sacrificing stability. Price: $84.99 buy now
	GoLite Storm Dragon Traction: This shoe performed extremely well in a wide variety of trails, such as mud, snow, and rocks. Stability: The lug system in these shoes was a question mark for our runners at first, but after testing these shoes, They performed great in the stability category. Toe Protection: Great Presentation: These shoes tend to have the look of a hardcore trail shoe. They can could also be considered as a lightweight hiking shoe. Fit: Normal Durability: 9 Breathability: These shoes do better in colder conditions, but will also do well in mild climates Cushioning: The Storm Dragon provides ample cushioning for all types of runners. Price: $142.95 buy now
	Salomon XT Wings Traction: Great for the rugged trails and they also did well on the roads. Stability: These shoes were designed for those who are looking for a mix between road and trail, and they performed great on the trails and have the road shoe feel to them. Toe Protection: Great Presentation: Great mix between a street shoe look and the rugged trail shoe look. Fit: Narrow to Normal Durability: 9 Breathability: The XT Wings performed great for those who run in humid or hot climates. Very airy. Cushioning: Many testers felt these shoes performed extremely well in this category for its cushioning system. Price: $119.95 buy now
	Vasque Velocity VST Traction: This is a great shoe for serious trail running. The soles provide great grip and traction against rocks and uneven ground. Stability: One of the more stable trail running shoes tested. For real backcountry runs, these shoes provide a lot of structure without sacrificing the comfort. Toe Protection: Good Presentation: A good cross running/light hiking shoe that will please the outdoor types who are looking for a more rugged running shoe. Fit: Narrow to Normal Durability: 9 Breathability: The lightweight mesh on this shoe provides for a highly breathable running experience. Cushioning: These shoes had an average cushioning system, with more of a focus on the stability of the shoe. Price: $99.95 buy now