July 9th Preview

In theory, this round of training points toward the Coburg Half. I know that your current aim might be different, but we’re sticking with the schedule – with a one-hour run this Sunday. The purpose here is to take the emphasis off of miles and pace, to relax while tapering for the race, and to have everyone finish close together.

The route (with an eight o’clock start from the Eugene Running Company): Oakway and Coburg Roads to Ferry Street Bridge and don’t cross. Turn left onto bike path, then pick up Pre’s Trail at the Alton Baker  parking lot. Follow the water, past Autzen Stadium and toward I-5. Turn AROUND after 30 minutes and come back the same way.

Bring a drink for delivery at the stadium, in both directions. Weather forecast: sunny with starting temperature in 50s, moving quickly toward afternoon high of 85.

Note too that our midweek morning runs begin next week. They’ll start at six o’clock and last no more than an hour (with basic courses of about 5.5 miles). We’ll gather for the first of those at the Mill Race path in Springfield on Wednesday, July 12^th. If you want to come and haven’t told me so, ask to join the email list.