FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The 2010 Charlottesville Spring Classic Running/Walking events have been canceled.

February 26, 2010, Charlottesville, Virginia - The Charlottesville Spring Classic 5 Mile Run / 4K Walk Board of Directors has decided with great regret to cancel this year’s event scheduled for March 6th, 2010.

As most of you are aware, Charlottesville, Virginia and the entire Mid Atlantic have experienced a record snowfall this winter. The Charlottesville Spring Classic route is run primarily along the Rivanna footpath: both the race course and the start/finish location at Meade Park still remain under 3 to 4 inches of snow and ice. As the City of Charlottesville is still in the process of recovering from snow removal, road repairs as well as basic operations, it is not possible to have Meade Park and Rivanna footpath cleared in time for a safe event.

As runners, we understand your disappointment and therefore the Charlottesville Spring Classic Board of Directors has decided to roll over all entrants to 2011.

We wish you all the best with your running and we are sure you will join us as we eagerly greet the coming spring.

Charlottesville Spring Classic
Board of Directors

The Charlottesville Marathon Board of Directors extends a special discount to those runners impacted by the cancellation of the 2010 Myrtle Beach Marathon and Half Marathon.

The Board will offer a $5.00 discount into either the Charlottesville Marathon or Half Marathon. The offer is valid only from 2/15/2010 until 2/28/2010.

Registrants must submit a Paper Application (NO online registration will be available for this offer), along with proof of entry into the Myrtle Beach Marathon or Half Marathon.

Please complete paper race application, include Myrtle Beach “Proof of Entry”, submit a check minus $5.00 (special offer amounts are, Marathon $75, Half Marathon $65) and mail to: Charlottesville Marathon, 110 Old Preston Avenue, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902. 434.293.7115

J Russell Gill III joins the La Sportiva Mountain Running Team

La Sportiva bolsters its mountain running lineup, welcoming one of the country’s most influential runners to its team.

BOULDER, Colorado - February 10, 2010 - For over 80 years, La Sportiva has been the world’s premier supplier of technical and innovative footwear. Today, La Sportiva announced that ultrarunner J. Russell Gill III has joined its Mountain Running Team.

In 2003 La Sportiva formed the premier trail running team in North America. The idea was to support and grow the sport by supporting the people who are the heart of the sport. Each year 35 professional athletes push the boundaries of personal achievement and enjoyment, learn how to go higher, further, and faster, and share their experiences with others.

“I am very excited to run for a team that includes such tremendous athletes. Throughout La Sportiva’s 80-year history, they have been dedicated to the mountain running and ultra scene” said Gill. “I feel that the vibe at La Sportiva is the best of any running company that I have had the opportunity to represent. They look to all their athletes to provide feedback and direction in order to create the best possible products. I’m a big believer that innovation is a cooperative process and look forward to working with the La Sportiva team. I try everyday to promote a healthy balanced lifestyle through running and encourage as many people as possible to “Get out and Get Moving”.

Gill, the owner of such successful businesses as Charlottesville Running Company and Bad to the Bone Endurance Sports, looks forward to working closely with the La Sportiva Design and Development team on footwear. Gill and his partner, Francesca Conte, maintain a very active and busy lifestyle. When not running, they Co-Host the radio show “Get Moving Charlottesville”, coach runners of all abilities, direct over 16 running races annually and have been featured on the Discovery Channel as one of the Country’s top endurance couples.

About La Sportiva
La Sportiva’s mission is to bring the best technical footwear to explore the outdoors. For 80 years we have been producing innovative footwear and we are looking forward to the next 80 years. Produced and designed in a small mountain town at the foot of the Dolomites, La Sportiva supports 140 families in a unique and enviable environment. Everyday the mountains surround the people who handcraft your shoes. Being mountain based and family run allows us to draw on eight decades of experience handed down through the generations. With this heritage we can focus on the future and meld new technologies, ideas and innovation with our rich knowledge of shoe making to give you the most amazing products on the market. Products that let you go where you dream to go, do what you dream to do and live how you want to live.

For more information on the La Sportiva Mountain Running Team and La Sportiva, check out www.sportiva.com

Charottesville, Virginia - February 3, 2010 -  The Charlottesville Marathon/Half Marathon Race Board of Directors  is pleased to announce their partnership with State Farm Insurance as the new Title Sponsor of the Charlottesville Marathon. The date for the 8th Annual event is April 17th, 2010.
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State Farm is a nationwide insurance company with a mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams. State Farm is a big part of the Charlottesville community as the largest local private employer. Community grants and employees active in volunteerism and government, build the State Farm reputation and keep it a household name in the area.
“The Charlottesville Marathon Board of Directors is very excited to partner with such a great national company, dedicated to the well being of the local community.  We look forward to a long term relationship and to working together to promote a healthy, active lifestyle.”
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Registration for the State Farm Charlottesville Marathon will be held at Charlottesville Running Company at 110 Old Preston Avenue on the historic Downtown Mall, where the race will begin and end.

You may also register online at: www.charlottesvillemarathon.com.  Charlottesville Running Company store hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 10AM - 6PM and Sunday from 12PM - 5PM.   Phone:  434.293.7115  Website:  www.charlottesvillerunningcompany.com

Charlottesville Marathon
J Russell Gill III
Race Director

Charlottesville Marathon
Dawn Cromer
Director of Marketing