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Big Peach Running Co.

Ladies & Gentlemen: Start Your Engines!

Whether you coming out to BPRC to test drive some shoes, or signing up for a race, we’ve got lot’s of ways to get you revved up this week!!

To get you started, it’s not too late to sign up for our Fat Tuesday celebration and New Balance test drive, Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 6:30pm at BPRC Decatur. We start the festivities with the opportunity for a 3-4 mile run or walk in a pair of New Balance 1063 neutral or 769 moderate stability shoe. After you get to “Test ‘N Them,” it’s party time. We’ll be serving New Orleans King Cake and perhaps a frothy, hoppy adult beverage from Louisiana known as Abita Beer. (Must be 21 to partake in that particular treat!) Laissez Les Bon Temps Roulez!
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Speaking of New Balance “Test ‘N Them,” we wanted to give everyone a chance to take these beauties out for a spin without having to spend too many miles in a car. So if you can’t make this one, join us at:
• BPRC Kennesaw, Saturday, February 28th at 8:00am
• BPRC Atlanta, Wednesday, March 4th at 6:30pm
• BPRC Marietta, Thursday, March 5th at 10:10am, to help kick off our brand new women’s running group! (*Details to follow)

For more information about the footwear offered for this test drive and to register, please click here!

We also have the opportunity to test drive some of the latest and greatest from Adidas. You get the chance to kick the tires of 3 different models. For neutral runners check out the SuperNova Glide and/or adiStar Ride. Need a little stability to correct moderate overpronation then try your run/walk in the adiStar Salvation. Four great chances to check out 3 great shoes:
• BPRC Atlanta, Tuesday, February 24th at 6:30pm
• BPRC Marietta, Thursday, February 26th at 6:30pm
• BPRC Decatur, Tuesday, March 3rd at 6:30pm
• BPRC Kennesaw, Thursday, March 5th at 6:30pm

For more information about the footwear offered for this test drive and to register, please click here!

Hey, how about Saucony? Glad you asked! Don’t miss out on the chance to check out the new Progrid Triumph if you’re a neutral runner or walker, and the Progrid Guide 2 if you need that extra little something to keep your mild overpronation in check. 2/25 in Atlanta, and 3/12 in Marietta When & where you ask?
• BPRC Atlanta, Wednesday, February 25th at 6:30pm
• BPRC Marietta, Thursday, March 12th at 10:10am with our women’s group
• Decatur and Kennesaw already had their turn!

For more information about the footwear offered for this test drive and to register, please click here!

You can be sure there will be all kinds of fun give aways and door prizes, and of course all of these events are free of charge and open to runners and walkers of all abilities!

From test driving to racing! Time is running out to register in-store for the Run for the Son 5K and 10K taking place on February 28 in Powder Springs: Benefiting the Burnt Hickory Baptist Church Student Ministry International Mission Trip the 10K is another fine opportunity for a Peachtree Road Race qualifier. There’s a 1 mile fun-run at 7:45, with the 5K & 10K starting at 8:00, so this event offers a chance for the whole family to come out and play! In-store registration is available until 8:00pm, Thus., 2/25 at BPRC Kennesaw and Marietta. Race day registration is available.

Looking for another fast, fun Peachtree Road Race qualifier? Then the 11th Annual Silver Comet 10K presented by The Get Fit Atlanta Marathon / Triathlon Club and Training Program, should be on your list! Taking place on Saturday, March 14th at 8:00am, this is your last chance to lay down that blazing fast race before submitting your Peachtree application. New this year! Chip timing for the most accurate results! And, rest assured results will be posted in plenty of time to submit with your Peachtree application! Proceeds benefit numerous community programs and school running programs. In-store registration is going on right now at all 4 BPRC locations!

*Announcing the BPRC Marietta Women’s Group! Starting Thursday, March 5th at 10:10am with the NB “Test ‘N Them,” and continuing every Thursday at 10:10am, this is a great opportunity for runners and walkers of different abilities to find some training buddies. We have a 3 and 5 mile route mapped out that spares you from some of East Cobb’s more challenging hills. Of course if you want to go longer and hillier, we’re happy to accommodate your wish! We have clean restrooms, a place to change, and water to keep you hydrated. Please send a quick note to joe@bigpeachrunningco.com if you would like to learn more about it.

Did you know that we also have a women’s group in Kennesaw! Just a few weeks old, and this program already has walkers and runners of all different paces. Our KSW group meets:
Sunday 1pm @ Kennesaw Mt. Visitors Center
Tuesday 9am @ Kennesaw Mt. Burnt Hickory
Wed. 6:30pm @ Big Peach KSW (with TNT)
Thursday 4pm @ Kennesaw Mt. Visitors Center

Contact kate@bigpeachrunningco.com for more information.

With so many great ways to get your engine revved up, there’s not doubt that your best miles be those covered on foot!




February 23, 2009
In-Store Registration Continues for:

Various Dates: XTerra Trail Race Series. Next up: Runnin' The Rocks 10K taking place in the Georgia International Horse park in Conyers on March 7. In-store registration is going on at all 4 BPRC locations.

March 7 - Chattahoochee Road Runners 10K presented by the City of Sandy Springs. One of Atlanta's fastest 10K Peachtree qualifiers, this year's race has a new out and back course that should prove to be just as lightning fast as always!

May 30 - SweetH20 50K Trail Race taking place on May 30 in beautiful Sweetwater Creek State Park. If you're looking to take it off road, and go the distance, this is the race for you!
Save The Date! Mark your calendar for these upcoming cool BPRC happenings:

Our final ING Georgia Marathon/Half Marathon Registration To Race Day Clinic, "Get Ready For Race Day" will be at BPRC Decatur on March 7. You will get the chance to run a portion of the course, meet the race director, and so much more! (Of course, in-store registration continues at all 4 BPRC locations for this True Southern Tradition!)

Women's Safety Seminar: A joint project from BPRC Kennesaw and the Parks Dept. At Kennesaw Battlefield Park on Sat., March 14 at 11:00am.
It's Back! The Big Peach 5K will have it's 4th running on Saturday, May 2 at BPRC Atlanta!. In-store registration will begin on March 2nd, but you can download an application now and register by mail, or go to Active.com and register online. Nike DriFit shirt to the first 1700 registered finishers! Free race entry with $75.00 Nike footwear or apparel purchase!

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BPRC Atlanta
3881 Peachtree Rd, NE
Atlanta, GA 30319
Tel: 404.816.8488
BPRC Marietta
1062 Johnson Ferry Rd
Marietta, GA 30068
Tel: 770.579.0444
BPRC Decatur
114 East Trinity Place
Decatur, GA 30030
Tel: 404.377.7370
BPRC Kennesaw
1625 Ridenour Blvd
Kennesaw, GA 30152
Tel: 678.903.0022

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