Barefoot Ted gets interviewed at Runner's World online

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SAN DIEGO SPECTACULAR (This article was published Sept. 1990 Written by: Unknown)

The San Diego half marathon is always an exciting race. Although the prize money is limited, enough elite runners always show up to make the race one of the most popular half marathons in California. Last year only of our runners was in the top ten. Phil Apodaca came in all the way from New Mexico and surprised everyone with a fifth place showing. This year was more surprising as three of our Gatos placed in the top ten.Fredson Mayiek placed third, running an amazing 1:05:07 only thirteen seconds behind the leader Jose Luis Chuela of Mexico. What surprised everyone was that Fredson has been injured and had trained very little. He said that he went to San Diego expecting to place with the first twenty runners. Fredson should be congratulated for his admirable race. Oh yes, he took home $5000 in prize money.Second for the Wild Mountain boys was the ever determined Benito Cruz. Benito started with the front pack and with his relaxed running style he stayed with the leaders and place fifth overall. Benito took in $200 with a personal best 1:05:31. He was warmly congratulated by all the Gatos as he not only ran a spectacular race, but he succeeded in lowering his 1989 time.Wild Mountain Runner Danny Bustos flew in from New Mexico and apparently forgot to land! He flew to the finish placing ninth overall. Danny did not get paid for his fine running but did get a plaque and the satisfaction that he ran a good race. Danny stated that he felt that he could have run a better race if only he had spent more time developing speed.Alfredo Vallejo who had ran well the previous three races had to abandon the race because of abdominal pains. Alfredo, in his characteristically good nature way only smiled and is looking forward to the next available race.Congratulations to all other Wild Mountain Runners like Jaime Ortiz, Roberto Rivas, Rafael Moran, Raul "Skinny" Hernandez, Ernesto "Mostachon" Davila, Jose "Pepe" Gomez, Arturo Torres, Rafael Razo and to all the Wild Mountain Runners who did not compete but were there giving their support and encouragement

Firecracker L.A. Chinatown 5 / 10k Run/Walk

Come Join the Gatos!
Sunday, February 28, 2010

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Don't miss out on the fun. We'll see you at the beer garden!

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Almost Famous

For those who raced Rosarito Half Marathon on, November 07, 2009 Chris was interviewed by the Half Marathon news media .

FELIZ NAVIDAD 2009

The Griffith Park Christmas Annual Fun Run 2009

Special Thanks goes out to Kadafi for joining us and Kenyano who brought delicious homemade tamales.

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"Merry Christmas ... HO, HO, HO"

The Griffith Park Annual Christmas Fun Run

When: Christmas morning - Time: 7:00 am

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Course: Surrounding Hollywood areas, Chinese Theater and other Hollywood Landmarks

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Attire: Red T-shirt or Long Sleeve & Santa's hat

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Come join us for this year!

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Enjoy Tamales after the run!

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Due to the possibility of sever weather conditions, this course may be modified. The finish will remain unchanged, ending on Ponies Parking lot.

California International Marathon Sacramento 12/06/09

Fernando Mejia does a smashing personal record of 3:09:52

Cogratulations!!

OTHTC High Desert 50K Ultra and 30K Dec. 06, 2009

Big Congratulations goes out to:

Victor Carrrillo 3rd Overall 30K and Rosa Arevalo 2nd place division 30K

Both pose with elite ultra runners Roberto Leonardo and Jorge Pacheco who also ran and won trophies.

Wow! And who said Victor has retired from fast running.

Great Job Rosa!

CITY OF COMMERCE TURKEY TROT

Juan Valencia 1st Overall - 1st Place Division - Veronica 1st Place Division - Rene 1st Place Division

Juan takes 1st starting strong, finishing strong.

Rene has been running more and faster each year. Go Rene!

Rosarito Half Marathon 2009

Finish Line

Puerto Nuevo the lobster capital of Baja offer beachfront restaurants.

Chava poses with Antonio Margarito

"The Vendors"

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WMR Puerto Nuevo Trip 11/07/09

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Yes. The 2009 LADWP Light Festival should be a pedestrian and bicycle friendly event, excluding vehicles with combustion engines.

The Greater Griffith Park Neighborhood Council (GGPNC) is soliciting opinions as to whether this year's DWP Holiday Light Festival in Griffith Park, should be a predominantly driving event or, building on the success of the 2007 and 2008 pedestrian pilot nights, become an all-walking/bicycling/ equestrian event this year (with ADA compliance). http://www.ggpnc.org/?q=pros#lightfestival

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YES!!! The 2009 LADWP LIGHT FESTIVAL SHOULD BE A PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE FRIENDLY EVENT, EXCLUDING VEHICLES WITH COMBUSTION ENGINES.

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Why? With no traffic, our run/walk around the Griffith Park (while music playing the whole way through over a series of loudspeakers and 1/2 mile of lights) will definitely be more enjoyable and put everybody in the holiday spirit. And ofcourse less fumes means better workouts. Right? Right!

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Griffith Park has become the ultimate training ground for Wild Mountain Runners for many, many years. Lets get involve and give our opinion NOW by sending a message to the PROS Committee at LightFestival@ggpnc.org

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Yes. The 2009 LADWP Light Festival should be a pedestrian and bicycle friendly event.

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PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD

You're Invited: The Hansen Dam Runners Annual 10 Miler Fun Run

The Great Hansen Dam Runners Annual 10 miler fun run

When: Sunday, September 27, 2009,

Start: 7am -

Come early to stretch and run with the Hansen Dam Runners & WMRS

Where: Hansen Dam

Why: You are a Hansen Dam Runner, WMR, friend, or fast runner

Course: Part dirt and asphalt around Hansen Dam

Food: BBQ will be serving after the fun run

$25.00 donation covers souvenir T-shirt, Great BBQ Food, Drinks, and Games

AZTLAN TRACK CLUB 5K FRIDAY, JULY 31, 2009

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Aztlan Track Club

27th Annual SUNSET INDIAN X/C RUN FRIDAY EVENING, July 31, 2009

5-K ONE LOOP CROSS COUNTRY STYLE, ALL ON DIRT AND GRASS

ELYSIAN PARK / LOS ANGELES Corner of Elysian Park Dr. and Stadium Way

North of Dodger Stadium

running toward success. . .