Strider Stories
Below are articles written by various Gate City Strider members. Topics include: Race Reports, Training Logs, Amusing Stories or other Tales From the Road, Track or Trail. So, sit back, dig in and enjoy!
Freeze Your Buns - A Runners Perspective
It is crisp and sunny, and the temperature outside is 28 degrees as I park my car in the YMCA parking lot. I am here to cover the “Freeze Your Buns” 5K race in Nashua, NH. It is 8:30 in the morning, and the frost is still visible on the grass.
It is crisp and sunny, and the temperature outside is 28 degrees as I park my car in the YMCA parking lot. I am here to cover the “Freeze Your Buns” 5K race in Nashua, NH. It is 8:30 in the morning, and the frost is still visible on the grass.
My Kannon-San
This year’s Boston Marathon was my 13th, and the worst as far as finishing time (4:26:12) is concerned. However, it was the most memorable of all, thanks to a mysterious lady. by Shu Minami
This year’s Boston Marathon was my 13th, and the worst as far as finishing time (4:26:12) is concerned. However, it was the most memorable of all, thanks to a mysterious lady. by Shu Minami
The Ultimate Race Report by Gate City Strider (and now National 50 Mile Champion) Len Hall
Mill Cities is a 5-leg, 27 mile relay from Nashua, NH to Lawrence, MA. And, once it's in your blood, it’s hard to find anything more fun to do on the first Sunday in December!
A Race for the Aged
Ok, boys and girls. This race report is a long one. But, like the race itself, it’s definitely worth your time. So, pull up a chair and pour yourself a cold one, a coffee or a shot of Jack. Because this is a story that starts in 2006 and you’re not going to believe how it ends …
Ok, boys and girls. This race report is a long one. But, like the race itself, it’s definitely worth your time. So, pull up a chair and pour yourself a cold one, a coffee or a shot of Jack. Because this is a story that starts in 2006 and you’re not going to believe how it ends …
My New Jacket
I am just an average runner, and I don’t get much attention for my running but I sure enjoy the attention my jacket gets. What’s my next project? It’s a secret. by Shu Minami
I am just an average runner, and I don’t get much attention for my running but I sure enjoy the attention my jacket gets. What’s my next project? It’s a secret. by Shu Minami
Oxygen Intake on a Hot, Humid Day
An attempt to quantify the amount of O2 gas contained in each breath under various climatic conditions based strictly on a chemical engineer’s point of view. by Shu Minami (Striding Along, August-September Issue, 1999)
An attempt to quantify the amount of O2 gas contained in each breath under various climatic conditions based strictly on a chemical engineer’s point of view. by Shu Minami (Striding Along, August-September Issue, 1999)
BAA - Bend The Rule!
How Many Reasons does BAA Need to Bend the Rules Just a Little? by Shu Minami (Striding Along, June-July Issue, 1997)
How Many Reasons does BAA Need to Bend the Rules Just a Little? by Shu Minami (Striding Along, June-July Issue, 1997)
A Rocky Road to Fitness
This light-hearted look at cross training alternatives is been brought to you bythe letter “Yo” and the number 2313 - which almost adds up to nine!
This light-hearted look at cross training alternatives is been brought to you bythe letter “Yo” and the number 2313 - which almost adds up to nine!
Long-time Strider Dave Salvas began at the Canadian border on June 23rd and 8 days (and 221 miles later) he finished at the Mass border. That's basically a marathon a day for 8 days!
A race report detailing the motivation to run (and the final results of) one of the best Trail Running Festivals in the country.
Postcards from Lowell
32 Triad Racing Team Members competed in this years Baystate Marathon. Here’s what seven of them had to say about their experiences. In their own words!
32 Triad Racing Team Members competed in this years Baystate Marathon. Here’s what seven of them had to say about their experiences. In their own words!
Outdoor Track - Workout's Posted!
Coached outdoor track workouts run by our phenomenal GCS Coaching Staff every Wednesday night from April 18 to October 17 and free to all club members.
Coached outdoor track workouts run by our phenomenal GCS Coaching Staff every Wednesday night from April 18 to October 17 and free to all club members.
May Club Meeting
This month we'll be meeting at Martha's in Nashua at 7:00pm on Monday, May 21st for our annual Henri Renaud Award presentations.
This month we'll be meeting at Martha's in Nashua at 7:00pm on Monday, May 21st for our annual Henri Renaud Award presentations.
Applefest Half Marathon - Registration Now Open
This year's race is scheduled for Saturday, October 6. Applefest has sold out for 7 of the last 8 years. Don't get shut out this year - register early!
Pack Monadnock 10m - Runners & Volunteers Wanted
This year's race is scheduled for Sunday, June 3rd. Pack is one of our club's Signature Events! Don't miss out on the fun!
2012 NHGP - Current Team Standings
See how GCS is doing for the Overall Team Title in our states biggest race series. And, which club members have done the most scoring for us!
See how GCS is doing for the Overall Team Title in our states biggest race series. And, which club members have done the most scoring for us!