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How to Screw Over Your Marathon

What not to do prior to a marathon..... try to cut a tag off your running belt.  So, this tag is annoying me as I try to put my flask in while running.  I decide to cut off the tag.  In doing so, trying to get close to the edge of the belt, the scissor cuts into the mesh belt (naked running belt).  The primary belt I have been training with has just been compromised.  I now have to go to my older belt, which happens to be too big now since I have lost over 5 lbs since my last marathon.  The other choice is my running vest.  Trying it back on, it definitely feels different than the belt, and doesn't carry as much fuel.

Luckily, my wife took a look at it and said "I can sew this."  15 minutes later, my belt is working again.  The hole is gone and I am back on track for the race.  Disaster avoided!!!!

The rest of the evening has been prepping clothes and essentials for the race.  Fortunately, rain has been removed from the forecast so I can focus just the temperature range.  Additionally, it is going to be overcast so the weather is going to be reasonable for the race.  Bringing poncho and rain jacket just in case.

Packed 4 running shoes (2 VaporFlys, Zoomfly and a Vomero 14) for all occasions.

 

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