BoilerMaker 15K Road race. July 11, 2010
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I'm from Utica, New York, home of the Boilermaker 15k road race that happens Buy Viagra Professional Online Pharmacy No Prescription Needed every year in July for the last 33 years. People from all over the country and the world, come and run as well as thousands of local runners. The race keeps getting bigger and bigger every year and it's a favorite event amoung the residents of Utica. A record number of runners signed up for the Boilermaker, exceeding 13,000, with over 11,500 finishing the 15K race. At the end of the race it was Lelisa Desisa, 20 of Ethiopia, who emerged victorious, with a field best of 42:46, breaking the mens record of 42:54 set by Joseph Kimani in 1997. Way to go girl!
There are many volunteers that help and people line the streets cheering the runners on and encouraging the stragglers. Some of the volunteers have been doing it since day one. The event really brings the community together and is a great financial boost for the shop owners, restaurants, hotels and other businesses.
Professional runners from Kenya that go around the country racing for prize money usually win. I think it's somewhere around $10,000 for winning the race.
If you're a runner, this should be one of your goals to run in the Boilermaker Roadrace in Utica, New York.
Here's a quick video on the race.
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Hi Steve, I have a friend in her 60′s and last year she ran her first marathon. She undertook the Great Northern Run and did it in really good time too. She was training for a couple of years before hand. And of course our very own John McNally is an avid marathon runner! I wonder if he has tried yours??
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
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Hi Steve Just come to visit your blog. Just reading your post here about the race and I think I have to agree some of these Kenyans are usually very good. We have a similar race in Sydney and it was last weekend. It is called City to Surf and just over 80,000 started. It’s lots of fun. This year we did not see any of the runners from Kenya figure prominently.
A little about me – I am a student of Mark Terrell and actually going through the course a second time – by invitation. I love it and know if I do all he says I will be right out in front. I am Australian but the US is my second home as I have family there and visit quite often.
Well I hope you are doing well and you become very successful. I would love you to come visit my blog.
Kind regards
Sue
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Hi Steve
New York in the summer time. I hear that it is very hot there at the moment and people are swimming in dumpsters. Hope it was cooler for all these runners.
Yes I am Mark Terrell and I am following my students. I am passionate about getting them ready to be able to make some money online exactly the same as I am doing. It is not really difficult as long as they are willing to put in the effort.
Keep up the good work.
Regards
Mark
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Hi Steve,
I am not afraid to admit, this is the 1st time I heard of the [Boilermaker 15k road race]
Only been to New York City once like 7 years ago for a week and love every single day I spend there. There’s so many different, interesting and meaningful things to do there. Guess this is one of them.
Perhaps I should pay a visit to Utica next time round
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Thanks again for sharing this meaningful event.
Cheers
Jason Ser
Hi Steve thanks for letting me know about this wonderful race. Viewing the video brings a strong sense of determination.
All the best with the 100 comment challenge.
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Hi Steve, Running is one of the cheapest sports to start and events like this are fantastic for inspiring people to have a go.
Not only that but the revenue it can bring to smaller communities is a great help to them all, especially in today’s difficult times. I also think that every community can do with some added spirit.
Best of luck for the 100 blog comment challenge, it’s great to see Dave’s students getting involved. Best of luck with your ventures Steve.
If you’re on twitter could you let me have your twitter name and i’ll add you to my twitter list for the challenge.
Best of luck, Barry
Hi Steve
It sounds like a great event and the local businesses will surely be grateful for the extra business it brings their way during these financially difficult times. Something similar would certainly give my town a much needed boost.
Best Wishes
Lynn
Hi Steve,
This 100 post challenge is a fun way to meet some great poeple…I have to confess that I am not into too much physical activity … but the race sounds like fun.
i live in Australia and as Sue mentioned we have an annual event City to surf in most capital cities, it attract 1000s of people….A charity usually bebefits from it.
Good tomeet you
Cheers
Bryan
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Hi Steve,
Marathon running, or rather training for a marathon requires very careful planning and preperation. Like starting an internet business.
Here in The UK we have a comedian called Eddie Izard. Eddie took it upon himself to run a full marathon everyday for 51 days. He did this for comic relief, he succeded and achieved his goal. And raised a couple of million in the process.
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Hi Steve…cool name
Great to have you on board.
In the UK the London Marathon and the Great North Run always inspire thousands of people to run and it does help raise awareness and much needed funds for lots of charities.
I wish you well with the challenge.
Take it easy
cheers
Steve
He must have been in terrific shape. How in the worl can someone run 26 mile a day for 51 days? I’d be dead after the first marathon. Raising the 2 mil was a good insentive I suppose. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Steve,
I read youir blog about the “smarter” goal setting and I really like that concept. Easy to understand and impliment. Very good. I plan on using that format to plan goals in my internet business. Thanks for sharing. I also would like to take up golf when I have more free time. Maybe we can play a round together some day.
Cheers,
Steve
Hey Steve, this may be a stupid question but why is the race called the Boiler maker Road race?
These community marathons are a great way to engage people from all walks of life.Cant imagine running in them for a living. Here in OZ we have the City to Surf that’s run on a similar basis to raise money for charity.
I would like to add your race to my bucket list. Many Thanks
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Hi Stan,
Thanks for asking about the race. Here is a little bit of Histry for you.
The Boilermaker 15K Road Race was established in 1976 by Earle C. Reed. Reed was looking for a way to give back to the community that had supported his family’s business, Utica Companies (ECR International, formerly Utica Boilers) The race began with just over 800 runners and a budget of $750. Now in its 30th year, the Boilermaker is the largest 15K in the Nation with almost 11,000 runners.
For five years consecutively, the Boilermaker 15K Road Race has been named the largest 15K in the nation. Each year, the race attracts top elite runners from all over the world, Olympians and world record holders.
The Analytic Distance Runner has ranked the Boilermaker 15K Road Race as the most competitive 15K in the world. The race has been ranked number one for four consecutive years.
The Analytic Distance Runner shows the men’s Boilermaker field as the most competitive in the world for ’96, ’97, and ’98, and the women’s field as most competitive for ’97 and ’98.
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Hi Steve
As a devout non athlete, you made a great throw away comment, that may have passed others by. You mention the benefit to the local community of having a race in their district.
It is easy when you see an international marathon or a large community race such as yours, to focus on just the race. There are a multitude of benefits to local businesses and community spirit from being involved, that last far longer than race day.
igor
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Hi Steve,
I just got here from the 100 comments challenge page. It is interesting to hear about such a big event that I have never heard about before.
I am not a runner myself. I tried to do some sports but running is not my style.
Deb
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Hi Steve:
Nice to hear from you about the NY Utica boilermaker 15K roadrace. Simliar races are held in other states too. But I bet you are proud of this one, because you get to be a par of it. it is great. The oveall group or community sense is enriched our emotions and gives us strength. The video is great too.
I will like to read more posts from you. Now you read my post and write a comment on my blog.
Talk again
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Hi Steve,
Great story and video about an important event for those involved and the residents and business owners in Utica.
Having lived in New York in the past I know how hot it gets in the summer. Yikes! I have always been in awe of great runners…or anyone who can run for any distance.
I am fairly athletic but I’ve never taken to running. Just never seemed to build up the stamina it takes.
Congratulations to those who participated.
Kathy
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Hi, Steve,
15k is very far too run. I could do a 3k but not a 15k. Here in NM we also have Fun Walks as well. They are the same distance as a run, but you can walk them. It beats all that running. There are no timed walks, just finish and you’re good.
Best Wishes,
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Hi Steve,
Sorry but this is the first time I have heard of this event. Being from the UK I am not familiar with these events across the pond.
I used to be into running when I was younger. So If I take it up again I should maybe look at participating in this event.
Cheers
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Hey Steve,
Funny that I ran into this post on the first day I’ve done running in over a year. But my run was probably a little easier than what you wrote about.
Peace,
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Hi Steve
Thanks for sharing your local event, one of the joys of blog hopping is discovering new and interesting people and events from all over the world.
Good luck with Dave’s coaching course!
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Hey Steve,
This my first time hearing about this race…but that’s no surprise since I am not much of a runner anyway:P
Thanks for this post.
J
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Hi Steve
Sounds like a great event. It must be hard work running 15K in July in New York.
Still everyone seemed excited and happy with the occasion.
Good luck with the challenge.
All the best
Eamon
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Thanks a million for this, I am greatful for the info
This race sounds interesting Steve, I’m not surprised you get elite runners entering when the first prize is $10,000; – A nice way to make a living.
I think I have run 15k twice – (it’s quite an unusual distance). Normally you have 5 mile races, then 10k, then the next step is 10 miles. I can only think in miles, so 9 and a bit miles is unusual.
Have you never been tempted to run it yourself? Big, well supported local events like this are a great way to get into running. Be warned though, running is addictive, once you start it’s very difficult to stop. On the other hand, I can’t think of any reasons why you would want to stop?
Good luck with the 100 comment challenge Steve.
John
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Hi Steve,
My running days are long gone (football or soccer as you call it in the US not long distance running), although my son runs marathons – I’ll have to sit down just thinking about it!
As an avid walker I once did a 33 miler, nowadays it’s more like 15 maximum.
Interesting name and history for the event.
Regards,
Bill
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Hi Steve, Thank for the very interesting post on the Boilermaker 15K. Just one question. What are you doing watching it on the telly? I speak as one whose main exercise is jumping to conclusions. (!)
Be that as it may, I am glad to see you here on the 100 blog challenge. I will check in regularly to see what other good stuff you have.
Nice post,mate.
Cheers, Brian.
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Well this was a surprise among all the other IM blogs I have visited recently on the 100 blog comment challenge.
I did wonder why it was called the Boilermaker Race but I see you have already answered the question in the comments. Good to know.
I prefer to get my exercise through Zumba. It’s a great workout.
Sandy
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Hi Steve
You’ve tired me out just thinking about taking part so anyone that takes part gets a pat on the back from me.
Nice to meet you
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Hi Dawn,
I don’t run in it. I am not good shape anymore. It is a great event around here and I go sometimes to cheer the runners on. Thanks for coming by and good luck in the 100 comment challenge
Hi Sandy,
I have heard of Zumba. I guess it’s pretty popular these days. Is it like dancing or aerobics?
Thanks for stopping by. Please bookmark me and come back again sometime. After the challenge, I’m going to be posting a series on how to find your dreams in life and being in control of your destiny.
Good luck in the challenge,
Steve
Hi Brian,
I wasn’t feeling well that day so I decided to stay in and watch it on TV. Besides, you get to see all the runners at different stages of the race instead of only one spot. Thanks for coming by and be sure to check back next month. I will be doing a series on dreams, goals and taking control of your life.
Good luck in the challenge Brian and nic eot meet you.
Cheers,
Steve
Hi Bill,
Thanks for stopping by. Nice to hear you’re an avid walker. I need to be again. I’m putting on a few pounds.
Wow! 33 miles? that’s a long ways to walk. How long did it take?
Take Care and come back again sometime.
It would be awesome to be able to run for a living. I am in decent shape but no where near that level.
It is not my dream either so I won’t be spending my days running in order to attempt a victory, but still, it would be cool
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Hi Steve
I’ve got a damaged knee so I don’t run. But since starting an internet marketing online business, I’m aware that I spend too much time sat at my computer. So I watch internet marketing training videos on my computer whilst exercising on my eliptical cross-trainer. That way I’m working and exercising at the same time!
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Hi again Steve,
It took 10 hours, all of it in heavy rain – it was a charity walk.
Bill
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Hi Steve,
First of all I wanted to mention that I’ve never been to New York (or the United States) but I am writing this blog comment wearing a t-shirt that says “New York” Bedford Avenue 1962!! LOL Hehe I don’t have a clue but wow! Isnt it a coincidence reading a blog post from a New Yorker blogger and I wearing (for the FIRST time) that t-shirt!
Anyway, let’s continue.
There are many people from Kenya that are very good runners. I am sure they get the $10,000 price every year!
Personally I am not a runner (perhaps running only in the gym
) but I have to “run now”. I have to read and comment on 30 more blog posts of the challenge!
Wish you all the best.
Take care,
Andreas
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Hi Steve –
This is one roadrace I’ve never heard of so thanks for the interesting post. I admire anyone who goes in for these things as I am not and never will be, a runner! Like you though, I enjoy spectating and have been down to cheer on the London Marathon runners a few times…
Cheers!
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Hi Susan and thanks for stopping by my blog. I don’t run either but go out to cheer the runners on. There are all kinds of them. Fat, skinny, tall, short. It was very good weather this year. Overcast day not too hot. It can be very hard running in hot weather that far. That race puts Utica, New York on the map. I’m proud of my little city.
Good luck in the challenge and stop by again sometime.
Take Care,
Steve
Hello there Andreas,
Interesting name. Are you Greek? (just a guess) Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today.
Isn’t that something about the t-shirt. Hey New York is nice. You shopuld visit sometime and when you do, don’t forget to stop in Utica for the Boilermaker Road race.
Good luck in your 100 blog comment challenge.
Hope to see you around again sometime.
Cheers,
Steve
10 hours in heavey rain? Wow sounds like a military operation.
All for charity to boot. Good for you.
Hi Marty, I like the idea of watching the internet marketing videos while exercising. Good use of your time for sure. Thanks for the post on identi.ca. Really appreciate it.
Good luck in the 100 blog comment challenge.
Take Care,
Steve