May –
Sunday morning! Five Cruisers competed at the BMO Marathon events, three running the marathon, one the half, and one the 8 km. The thousands competing and the spectators enjoyed spectacular weather and well-organized runs.
Statistics are: Chip time
Marathon:
Rob Stagg 4:02.11
Jennel Fatiguso 4:23.10
Heather Tecson 5.09.27
Half Marathon:
Norman Lum 1.57.28
Rachel Lindquist 2:44
8 km:
Alex Lau 53.21
Congratulations to our fabulous six!
Spectators Larry and Bobtoc added to their Maui tans on the sidelines.
Wednesday May 4th: Seven Cruisers met at the Centre Wednesday on perhaps the best night of the year, an evening with a much more comfortable temperature, say +15C, than that experienced Monday evening. RA Edie and Eoin teamed up to walk the Stoney Creek trail to the gate at North Road and return, distance about 5 k.. Cheryl, Larry, Laura, Rod and Bobtoc ran or rogged west. Rod ran along Eastlake to Shellmont at Arden Drive, turned up Shellmont to Underhill, south to Eastlake to return to the Centre. His time and distance, 1:15, 8.5 km. Cheryl, Larry, Laura and Bobtoc ran/rogged to the IGA corner, with Larry running faster than the others; on the return he ran to Shellmont to Underhill, south to Eastlake to return to the Centre. His distance was about 10 k, time unknown. The remaining three on their return to the Centre also ran to Shellmont, east crossing Underhill onto the lane to the tennis courts parking lot, then south onto Forest Grove Drive to the pedestrian overpass to the Beaverbrooks back to the Centre; their guestimated distance 10 k and time, 1:49.
Saturday May 7th: RA Edie, Flora Larry, Rick and Bobtoc met at the Burnaby Lake parking lot Saturday on a fairly clear and comfortable temperature morning to proceed west using the Green Valley Parkway through to Vancouver under the Skytrain route. Separating into three groups, Edie and Flora ran a bit past Boundary Road before their return to the parking lot, and from there ran south along the trail at the side of the playing fields to add on a bit more distance, culminating in 12 km and time 2:04. Bobtoc rogged solo west past Boundary Road and the west perimeter of the Mercedes-Benz dealership before his return to the parking lot; his distance and time about 11 km and 1:58. Larry and Rick ran further west as far as Lakewood for a distance of 18 k and time 2:20.
From Cameron Centre Rod ran solo west using the usual route out to Duthie Avenue, up Shellmont on the return and back through Forest Grove drive to Cameron; distance and time 12 k, 1:40 respectively.
Coquitlam Cruisers:
On Thursday Jennel and Heather walked 3 km up and down Parkway Blvd.
Monday May 9th: Eoin, Laura, Rod and Bobtoc met at the Centre Wednesday evening in perfect conditions for being outside. At the suggestion of Rod the four set out to walk the Forest Grove route backwards, i.e. to tackle the Gaglardi overpass first, then proceed west on Forest Grove Drive to Underhill, south to Eastlake then east back to the Centre; distance and time 7 km, 1:24.
Wednesday May 11th:On Wednesday evening, fabulous early summer sunny weather greeted Rod, Larry, Laura, Cheryl, Edie, Libby and Flora, as the seven mostly walked Joe’s Trail and return, distance about 7.5 km, time 1h 20m. It was nice and warm and walking was very relaxing, yet we were still out there somewhere as Steve King says. Flora was able to convert to run/walk attire courtesy of Edie’s supply depot from her vehicle, including runners, which was much appreciated by Flora!
Saturday May 14th: Laura, Larry, Flora and Bobtoc met at the Centre today, Saturday, on what is probably the best day of the year for running. Also the day was the day of the Great Salmon Sendoff at Stoney Creek Elementary School. The foursome set off on the Stoney Creek trail, hung a left over the small footbridge to the school grounds where they were greeted by Rod and Pat who were busy setting up for the morning. The four then continued to run the Forest Grove Drive route backwards, moving west up to and over the Gaglardi pedestrian overpass, you know the rest, to Underhill, Eastlake etal. Distance and time including kibitzing with Rod and Pat, 6+ km and 1:14 respectively.
Monday May 9th: Eoin, Laura, Rod and Bobtoc met at the Centre Wednesday evening in perfect conditions for being outside. At the suggestion of Rod the four set out to walk the Forest Grove route backwards, i.e. to tackle the Gaglardi overpass first, then proceed west on Forest Grove Drive to Underhill, south to Eastlake then east back to the Centre; distance and time 7 km, 1:24.
Wednesday May 11th:On Wednesday evening, fabulous early summer sunny weather greeted Rod, Larry, Laura, Cheryl, Edie, Libby and Flora, as the seven mostly walked Joe’s Trail and return, distance about 7.5 km, time 1h 20m. It was nice and warm and walking was very relaxing, yet we were still out there somewhere as Steve King says. Flora was able to convert to run/walk attire courtesy of Edie’s supply depot from her vehicle, including runners, which was much appreciated by Flora!
Bobtoc was at the Whitecaps game, by all accounts an exciting affair with a rare bicycle kick goal, with the Whitecaps lads being the victors. On Saturday Rod will be at the Great Salmon Send off at Stoney Creek School, building birdhouses. Stop by if you have a chance!
Saturday May 14th: Laura, Larry, Flora and Bobtoc met at the Centre today, Saturday, on what is probably the best day of the year for running. Also the day was the day of the Great Salmon Sendoff at Stoney Creek Elementary School. The foursome set off on the Stoney Creek trail, hung a left over the small footbridge to the school grounds where they were greeted by Rod and Pat who were busy setting up for the morning. The four then continued to run the Forest Grove Drive route backwards, moving west up to and over the Gaglardi pedestrian overpass, you know the rest, to Underhill, Eastlake etal. Distance and time including kibitzing with Rod and Pat, 6+ km and 1:14 respectively.Bob and bride did indeed see the Whitecaps play Wednesday evening and were thrilled with the Whitecaps’ win over the Chicago Fire. Great game!
Edie and Christina were at the De Bouville Slough on Saturday where there was a turtle sighting and the tiniest ducklings we had ever seen. Beautiful place to spend an morning.
Sunday May 15th Christina, Edie and John went on a Fraser River boat cruise. One of John’s many beautiful photos.
May 16th: RA Edie, Cheryl, Flora, Laura, Eoin, Rod and Bobtoc met at the Centre on a pleasantly cool evening Monday and opted to walk and rog using the Stoney Creek trail to North Road, Chapman Ave., Robinson St to Foster Ave., crossed North Road to Lyndhurst St in Burnaby , then Willoughby back to Cameron St. and the Centre; time and distance 1:14 and 6.5 km. A fine evening to be sure.
May 18th: RA Edie with canine April, Cheryl, Larry, Laura, Libby and Bobtoc met at the Centre on a pluperfect evening Wednesday; a breeze from the south, ideal temperature, no doubt the best night of the year, and reprised the route used Monday ,i.e, the Stoney Creek trail, North Road, Chapman Avenue, Robinson Street, Ebert Avenue, back to North Road, Cameron St to the Centre. Time and distance, 1:24 and 6.5 km, plus a bit more mileage for Cheryl, Larry and Laura.
Six Cruisers, accompanied by Athletic Supporters Linda Stanier, a work colleague of Edie, John Saremba, Ross Johnson and Marie Kuhn motored to Penticton for the Victoria Day long weekend to compete in the annual Peach City Half Marathon and 10K races which were run Sunday May 22nd. Cruisers were awarded four medals, three for performance and one for seniority. The races started and ended at Skaha Lake, the 10K at 8:00 am and the Half at 8:15 am. The weather for much of the weekend was overcast and rainy, but on THE DAY the clouds held off any rain and the temperature was on the cool side, ideal for the runs. The Cameron Cruisers were welcomed by commentator Steve King, whose recall for the Cruisers is outstanding. The group for the Saturday evening dinner at the Villa Rosa restaurant also included Jeff and Jenny Kuhn plus their youngest daughter Isabelle, making a party of thirteen, a great occasion to be sure.
Rod 1:12:46 2nd in age group
May 30th: On Monday at the Centre Stormin’ Norman, Rod, Eoin, Laura, RA Edie, Flora and Bobtoc met and walked west on Cameron to Government St, south to the north trail leading to the Burnaby Lake parking lot. Eoin and Bobtoc teamed up, did not cover as much distance as the others, who walked to and turned back from the rugby building at the lake to return to the Centre. Eoin and Bobtoc turned back earlier and were joined by the others, all to return more or less together. Time for all, 2:22, distance for Eoin and Bobtoc about 11 km and for the others about 13km. The weather was no precip, temperature perfect for the walk.
May 18th: RA Edie with canine April, Cheryl, Larry, Laura, Libby and Bobtoc met at the Centre on a pluperfect evening Wednesday; a breeze from the south, ideal temperature, no doubt the best night of the year, and reprised the route used Monday ,i.e, the Stoney Creek trail, North Road, Chapman Avenue, Robinson Street, Ebert Avenue, back to North Road, Cameron St to the Centre. Time and distance, 1:24 and 6.5 km, plus a bit more mileage for Cheryl, Larry and Laura.
To the Cruisers, wherever you are: Enjoy the long weekend with family and friends Hoc pati sensibly.
Six Cruisers, accompanied by Athletic Supporters Linda Stanier, a work colleague of Edie, John Saremba, Ross Johnson and Marie Kuhn motored to Penticton for the Victoria Day long weekend to compete in the annual Peach City Half Marathon and 10K races which were run Sunday May 22nd. Cruisers were awarded four medals, three for performance and one for seniority. The races started and ended at Skaha Lake, the 10K at 8:00 am and the Half at 8:15 am. The weather for much of the weekend was overcast and rainy, but on THE DAY the clouds held off any rain and the temperature was on the cool side, ideal for the runs. The Cameron Cruisers were welcomed by commentator Steve King, whose recall for the Cruisers is outstanding. The group for the Saturday evening dinner at the Villa Rosa restaurant also included Jeff and Jenny Kuhn plus their youngest daughter Isabelle, making a party of thirteen, a great occasion to be sure.
John Saremba of Red Cap fame (another outing in California) took photos of the action. We look forward to seeing the results. Thank you, John.
And thank you to Neil McDonald, owner of the Peach City Runners sport shop, Steve King, the best commentator in the world, and the great volunteers without whom the races could not happen.
John Saremba of Red Cap fame (another outing in California) took photos of the action. We look forward to seeing the results. Thank you, John.
And thank you to Neil McDonald, owner of the Peach City Runners sport shop, Steve King, the best commentator in the world, and the great volunteers without whom the races could not happen.
Statistics:
Half marathon: Larry 2:04:05, three minutes faster than 2015 per Steve King, 2nd in age group
10 K: Christina 1:08:08
Edie 1:20:47 2nd in age group
Flora 1:26:59
Rod 1:12:46 2nd in age group Bobtoc 1:32:04 Oldest runner in both races.
Bestest Running Group Ever!
May 25th: RA Edie, Cheryl, Laura, Larry and Bobtoc met at the Centre Wednesday evening; weather was perfect; clouds, ideal temperature, maybe the best night of the year. Edie, Cheryl, Laura and Bobtoc set out on Cameron St going west to the high school, and from there commenced their interval training, slow, medium and fast speeds, as far as Underhill, and continuing the intervals back to the high school before returning to the Centre. Time out, 47:37. Larry walked the route since he ran the half marathon Sunday,
Rene participated in the Shaughnessy 8k. Way to go, Rene!
Only Larry, Laura and Bobtoc showed up at Rocky Point Saturday am. The trio did not run but returned to their homes due to rain.
Joe’s Trail
May 30th: On Monday at the Centre Stormin’ Norman, Rod, Eoin, Laura, RA Edie, Flora and Bobtoc met and walked west on Cameron to Government St, south to the north trail leading to the Burnaby Lake parking lot. Eoin and Bobtoc teamed up, did not cover as much distance as the others, who walked to and turned back from the rugby building at the lake to return to the Centre. Eoin and Bobtoc turned back earlier and were joined by the others, all to return more or less together. Time for all, 2:22, distance for Eoin and Bobtoc about 11 km and for the others about 13km. The weather was no precip, temperature perfect for the walk. Coquitlam Cruisers:
Back in the saddle so to speak with a run Sunday, with their usual meeting at Town Centre, ran two laps around the park, then separately, Jennel ran 13.45 km, Heather well over 10 km. The duo enjoyed the sun, enjoyed their run..