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This Month's Magazine

The Road is Calling

The road race season in Michigan kicked off in April with Spring Training Series Races in Ann Arbor and Waterford and the Ciociaro Can Am Challenge Series in Windsor. Now that roadies are all warmed up, it's time to stretch their legs in some good old-fashioned road and criterium racing. In the coming weeks road cyclists can look forward to the Grattan Race Series kick-off, the Cone Azalia Classic road race, the Tour of Kensington Valley, the Priority Health Tour De Leelanau, the Tour De Gaslight Criterium and in June, a race that is quickly becoming a favorite among all racers, citizen and professional alike - The Superior Bike Fest in Marquette.

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Bad News, Good News, More Questions

I just received a grim e-mail to end an otherwise unremarkable day. The subject line read "Ryan Shay Autopsy Released."

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Going Clubbing

I don't remember exactly when I joined my first running club, but I have vivid memories of the club itself. It was the Ann Arbor (Michigan) Track Club, and someone I'd met at a race must have persuaded me to attend a track workout.

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Killer Intervals

Spring is here—time to defrost those legs. After hours of winter base miles, cyclists can start getting serious with short, intense intervals sessions targeted at addressing weaknesses and honing strengths.

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Girl Gear

Written by: Rebecca Heaton
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Posted: Thursday, 30 August 2007

Look and feel your best on and off road with the latest clothing and accessories designed just for women.

By Kate Bongiovanni, Rebecca Heaton and Melanie Stuparyk

Merrell Clothing

You can never look too good no matter if you’re out on the trail or out running errands and Merrell’s fall collection for women makes sure of that. With eco-conscious materials like merino wool, organic cotton and (recyclable) Polartec, pieces like the Stride fleece ($100) will be sure to keep you feeling warm and fuzzy inside and out. www.merrell.com 

Spenco Insoles

We get pedicures and paint our toenails. But for sporty gals, our feet need so much more. That’s where something as simple as insoles can help. Slip a pair of Spenco’s Total Support with Q Factor insoles ($30) into your training shoes and you’ll be off and running. Designed with a woman’s unique quadriceps angle in mind, the Q Factor will support your foot and keep your body aligned and in balance while you’re out and about doing all of your activities. www.spenco.com

Nike Windrunner Convertible Jacket

Starting out chilly on a run is a reality cold-weather runners must endure to avoid overheating. But th 2-in-1 Nike Windrunner Convertible Jacket is the answer to perfect temps from start to finish. With a light tug at the sleeves, the easy snaps and Velcro come apart to let your arms breathe. You’re left with a vest to keep your core warm and a back pocket for holding the arm piece. There’s also an iPod pocket and cord holes to keep your tunes system organized. $110, www.nike.com

SkirtSports ToughGirl

SkirtSports isn’t just selling skirts, they’re selling the attitude that you can have it all: you can win the race, look sassy and cover up all at the same time. The ToughGirl winter collection takes the shorts-under-skirt formula to a new, colder level with pants that are soft as butter and warm as toast. Pockets hidden under the skirt on the legs hold two gels each. $85, www.skirtsports.com

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