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Squiggy Inline Marathon 2009 was AWESOME!
If you are thinking of going to the Squiggy Inline Marathon in Florida, GO!
This was my first marathon that I ever participated in and it was a great experience. First of all the race directors (Birgit and Jessica) were so helpful. They answered every question I had leading up to the event. Birgit would return my emails within minutes of sending them!
The races went smoothly. The Time Trial was so efficient! No waiting around and absolutely no confusion. The same goes for the Marathon. I have been to many running and cycling events and this was one of the top most organized and well-ran competitions I have seen. The Squiggy event has set the bar high for my expectations for my next race (oh, yes there will be another race!).
The race site was perfect too. Lots of parking, shade (for us Canadians), and beautiful scenery in a State Park. I loved the fact that it was on a flat, smooth trail/loop. I felt very safe. The only thing I saw on the trail was my very first armadillo!
There were a lot of draw prizes and everyones spirits after the event were high. Skaters are a great group of people. Very friendly and everyone really gave me a lot of encouragement and helpful advice. I was blown away by Jessica on the day of the Time Trial. I thought she might know who could help me with my skate (one of my wheels weren't spinning). She said to bring in the skate. In the midst of all of her duties she proceeded to fix my wheel! What a wonder-woman! Snaps to Jessica! And thanks to all of the other volunteers for making this a great experience. I will be returning to this event next year!
I will post some pictures soon.
If you go to the video page you will see a video I put together about my experience.
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This was my first marathon that I ever participated in and it was a great experience. First of all the race directors (Birgit and Jessica) were so helpful. They answered every question I had leading up to the event. Birgit would return my emails within minutes of sending them!
The races went smoothly. The Time Trial was so efficient! No waiting around and absolutely no confusion. The same goes for the Marathon. I have been to many running and cycling events and this was one of the top most organized and well-ran competitions I have seen. The Squiggy event has set the bar high for my expectations for my next race (oh, yes there will be another race!).
The race site was perfect too. Lots of parking, shade (for us Canadians), and beautiful scenery in a State Park. I loved the fact that it was on a flat, smooth trail/loop. I felt very safe. The only thing I saw on the trail was my very first armadillo!
There were a lot of draw prizes and everyones spirits after the event were high. Skaters are a great group of people. Very friendly and everyone really gave me a lot of encouragement and helpful advice. I was blown away by Jessica on the day of the Time Trial. I thought she might know who could help me with my skate (one of my wheels weren't spinning). She said to bring in the skate. In the midst of all of her duties she proceeded to fix my wheel! What a wonder-woman! Snaps to Jessica! And thanks to all of the other volunteers for making this a great experience. I will be returning to this event next year!
I will post some pictures soon.
If you go to the video page you will see a video I put together about my experience.
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Comment by Nadine on March 23, 2009 at 12:49pm -
I totally recommend it. Nice and flat! And the company is great too. :)
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Comment by Ann Ledesma on March 23, 2009 at 11:46am -
The word "Flatland" is enough to get me signed up. Next year in Tampa - hopefully!
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Comment by Squiggy Classic Inline on March 20, 2009 at 11:10am -
Hi Nadine,
Thanks for coming down to FLatland - glad that you had a good first impression of the inline racing scene.
And thanks for the video and pictures - i took the liberty to post your video on skatelog, so even more can see you're great accomplishments!!
Thanks for your nice words - we will try to be even better hosts for you and all the other skaters you bring with you.
Till then - happy skating!!!
:-) Birgit
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Comment by Nadine on March 18, 2009 at 10:30am
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Hmmmm Montreal. I will let you know ASAP. It would about 8 hours of driving from Fredericton. 12 in my VW Van. Thanks for the info Christine. :)
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Comment by Dee Turner on March 18, 2009 at 5:31am -
Nadine, Great video and happy I was able to meet you and your husband. I'm already looking forward to next year.
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Comment by Bill in Houston on March 17, 2009 at 8:08pm -
Nice job, Nadine! Thanks for posting the video...
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Comment by Nadine on March 17, 2009 at 5:27pm
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Thanks Christine! There is so much more I can say about this experience. I am sooooo hooked on skating now. Take care, Nadine
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