• Norwalk,
    Connecticut,
    United States
  • May
  • 3 miles/5K
  • Road Race
  • Event Website

Tony Cankles

Farifield, Connecticut, United States
6 4
2018
"BAGPIPES, BARBEQUE AND BLOODY MARY'S"
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Tony Cankles's thoughts:

Once you hear the bagpipes, the race begins...
Tucked away behind O'Neill's Pub in South Norwalk, before the start of the race, are about 900 runners & walkers - drinking water, bloody mary's & beer. If you're a local, you'd be hard pressed not to find a familiar smile in the crowd. Face painting & temporary tattoos for kids (& adults, cuz why not?) & plenty of good vibes to go around. The bagpipers march to the start line & the horn goes off.

Now, the course isn't an easy one. It's a rolling 5K, with many hills, one of which... quite steep. The route itself, lends for some great visuals - the Washington Street Bridge, the GIANT American Flag hoisted up by the Fire Department, the zig zagging outside of the Maritime Aquarium & it's surrounding areas... All great stuff. As I mentioned, there are few feet of flatness & many kilometers of climb. But the reward of the after party, is unlike any other.

Never after a race have I seen so much food! Burgers, hot dogs, macaroni salad, potato salad, ice cream, drinks of all sorts & all for free / the price of emission. The DJ kept the energy up & everyone was in great spirits.

It is important to note that this race is held in memory of Annie Curtin, who sadly, at the age of 6 suddenly passed away. The Curtin's have held this race in her honor over the past several years & this after party feels more like a Curtin Family barbeque. It is a celebration of life & spirit, unlike any other. 5K's seem to bring out the most of a community & this is no exception.
At it's core, this race will teach you perseverance & appreciation. Once you hear the bagpipes, you've reached the finish line.

I'm Tony Cankles, reminding you to always say Please & Thankles.
#RunRoadsStayGrounded

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