My GF does Strava, I've never done it. I don't have much extra Data with the kids on my plan. That VIVOACTIVE looks awesome, too. a little more $$ though.

Just a few months to go until the NYC Marathon. Thanks to all who donated.

Any size donation is much appreciated. This is a great charity where 100% of the funds go directly to cancer research.

https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/teamv2018/mitchpassero

Thanks, Paul. Keep banging out those miles on the bike!

Yes, individuals are responsible for covering the full amount pledged by Oct. 13. But, the goal will be reached, just like in November!

Second NYC Marathon in the books yesterday on a beautiful day through all five boroughs with 52,704 people running. A team from my job entered the race for the second year.

It's quite an event to experience as both a runner and a spectator. Thanks very much to everyone from CTF who contributed. All total, Team V raised over $380K for cancer research.

Here are a few pics ...


Picking up my official race # on Thursday with a pic of last year's women's winner Shalane Flanagan in the background (she placed 3rd this year).


Pre-dawn ferry ride with some of the crew, to then get on a bus to get to the start village.


Once you get to the start village, it's a lot of waiting around until your designated start time. It's a long morning.


Most of our team keeping warm with lots of layers that we eventually take off and put in donation bins.


Bathrooms are a popular place right up until the start.


Throwing the metal horns for the camera.


At the finish. Managed a smile, but in a lot of suffering at this point. (sorry for the watermarks. haven't officially decided on pics to purchase yet)


The best part, the post-race beers with a buddy from work after completing his first marathon.




Here's a vid of my race on a map ...

Relive 'Morning Nov 4th'

Haven't decided if I'm going for round 3 yet next year, but there's a good chance I will. It's a very tough, but rewarding experience.

Good job Mitch. Great cause.