ADVISORY/Brooks Muddy Buddy World Championships to be Held On Catalina Island On December 6; Event Features Marathon-Length Course and Muddy Obstacles.Sports Editors Noun 1. sports editor - the newspaper editor responsible for sports news newspaper editor - the editor of a newspaper ADVISORY...for Friday Friday: see Sabbath; week. Friday young Indian rescued by Crusoe and kept as servant and companion. [Br. Lit.: Robinson Crusoe] See : Servant , Dec. 6 --(BUSINESS WIRE) Nov. 20, 2002
WHAT: Brooks Sports Inc. concludes its 2002 Muddy Buddy(R) Ride and
Run Series with the World Championships on Catalina Island on
December 6. Unlike regional races, the World Championships
will feature 26.2 miles of challenging running and mountain
biking trails. Participants will also climb more than 4,000
feet and face diverse obstacles such as an ocean challenge,
mud pit and a steep cargo net wall.
WHEN: Friday, December 6, 2002 at 11 a.m.
WHERE: Catalina Island off the coast of southern California
DETAILS: Winners from 2002 regional races have qualified to compete in
the Brooks Muddy Buddy(R) World Championships. The Brooks
Muddy Buddy(R) works like a relay. One participant is running
while the other is biking. Throughout the championships
event, five obstacles will be designated as mandatory
transition points. Unlike other Brooks Muddy Buddy(R) events,
participants will have the option of transitioning as often
as needed throughout the race. Mile markers will be displayed
on the course as optional transition points.
The race begins at 11 a.m. at Twin Harbors and will culminate
in downtown Avalon (the only city on the island). Race
divisions include elite, co-ed, male, female and Beast (team
combined weight of more than 400 pounds). Elite athletes
including Mountain Bike World Champion and Specialized
athlete, Ned Overend, 2001 US Cycling Tour title winner,
Trent Klasna, and three-time top 10 Hawaii Ironman finisher,
Paul Huddle, will compete in the event on December 6.
CHARITY: The Brooks Muddy Buddy(R) Ride & Run Series benefits the Challenged Athletes Foundation, an organization that reaches out to people with disabilities by helping them pursue a more active lifestyle through physical fitness and competitive sports. Challenged athletes Ivan Steber and Paul Martin will participate in the championship event on December 6.
MEDIA DETAILS: If you are planning to cover this race event, please contact Jacqueline Jacqueline, 1401–36, countess of Hainaut, Holland, and Zeeland (1417–33). The daughter and heiress of William IV, duke of Bavaria and count of Hainaut, Holland, and Zeeland, and of Margaret of Burgundy, Jacqueline was passed over for the succession to the Hennessey Hennessey or Hennessy may refer to:
n. 1. That which entitles one to confidence, credit, or authority. 2. credentials Evidence or testimonials concerning one's right to credit, confidence, or authority: into this event. ABOUT BROOKS: Brooks Sports Inc. is a leading running company that designs and markets a line of performance footwear Footwear consists of garments worn on the feet. It is worn for a variety of reasons, including protection against the environment, hygiene and adornment. Usually, socks and other hosiery are worn between the feet and the footwear, except for sandals and flip flops (thongs). , apparel and accessories in more than 80 countries worldwide. Brooks was founded in 1914 and is headquartered in Bothell, Washington Bothell is a city located in the state of Washington. The population was 30,150 at the time of the 2000 census. Prior to annexation and the 2000 census, the northern portions of Bothell which lie in Snohomish County were considered a part of the Alderwood Manor-Bothell North , near Seattle. The company's mission is to inspire people to run and be active and create innovative gear that keeps them running longer, farther and faster. Respect the Run - Brooks. Visit www.brooksrunning.com. |
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