Postcards and/or stamps are probably something of a challenge to get hold of lately.
On the back of our article on that 'Mustang Sally' evening we had a competition of sorts for our entrants and crew (see here)
The first postcard received, in fact the only postcard received was from Snowflake Number 532 owner Andrew MacKenzie.
Congratulations Andrew, the two limited edition pink Rhodes Run bandanas will be with you shortly.
That's it, substitutions are closed.
This past week many of our Rhodes runners have been on the trails and roads, enjoying the privilege of health and the ability to run. Some have joined thousands at formal events others have preferred the solitude running affords us.
Two Oceans will immediately spring to mind and many of our runners renewed their association with that well-trodden route. To pick out three of our Snowflake Number owners, Mark #106 completed his 39th Two Oceans Ultra, Shane #210 his 33rd and Gina #400 her 22rd. Congratulations to you three and all our Rhodes runners.
Three-time Rhodes Run winner and our Defending Champion Kallie Burger (Snowflake Number 1311) took on the 126th Boston Marathon with its 25,000+ finishers. Kallie did exceptionally well and his 2:30 placed him 11th in the 40+ category. Very well done Kallie!
Interested in delving into our traditions and history? A marathon distance north of Boston is Boxford, the home of the 'No Name Athletics Club Petards', who gave their name to our 70+ trophy.
Background to the trophy here.
One hundred and one years after the Rhodes Hotel opened its doors our inaugural event started outside De Wydeman, its historic pub.
There had been a good snowfall overnight 'up high' which caused a slight delay as our crew made their way along the Border Road to the Mavis Top check point.
Two of our 1989 pioneers will line up in July and 12% of our entrants this year were born after our first run.
Sadly some of our pioneers are no longer with us. Run gently. ✝️
One of our pioneers above will be on the start line this year
One of our all time favourite trail run quotes, attributed to Red Fisher after the 1986 Wasatch 100:
"I hammered up the trail, passing rocks and trees as if they were standing still"
It can be adapted for Rhodes to "I hammered along Hooggenoeg, passing tufts and stones as if they were standing still"
Images: Craig Muller | Backyard Adventures
