Happy Holidays Marathon Sports Customer,

The Holidays are upon us and the second and third lectures of the Marathon Sports Run/Walk winter lecture series are coming soon.  However, due to the hectic pace of the Holiday season we have pushed the Garmin seminar back to January 9^th, 2010.

Sub Zero Weather Tip: Before you face the frigid cold and windchill, try this Marathon Sports trick. On extremely cold days, put on all your gear and stand indoors for a few minutes before heading outside. Once you feel you're getting really warm, close to sweating, head out to run. This creates a heat layer that takes a big bite out of the shock that the cold temps present. You'll feel as if you've already warmed up, ready to face the beauty winter offers.

LECTURE 2: Using a Garmin to Maximize your Training

Saturday Jan 9th, 2010  / 9:00 am-10 am
Marathon Sports
2312 West 50th Street / Minneapolis, MN 55410

Topics scheduled to be covered include: 

• Garmin basics-How does this $#!% thing work?!
• tips and shortcuts
• overview of Garmin online training logs/websites
• Q & A

There will be complimentary bagels/coffee, and all attendees will receive a discount on all Garmin purchases.

Please RSVP to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it as soon as possible if you are planning to attend.

LECTURE 3: The Lightweight/Minimalist Shoe Debate (Late January)

Can a lightweight shoe change your life for better or for worse? This clinic will cover the basics of using a lightweight or low profile shoe to improve your running. Dr. Paul Langer will discuss the latest research and how to apply it to your training/racing. 

Holiday Coupons have been mailed!

We mailed our Preferred Customers, our annual Holiday Coupon, a few days before Thanksgiving  (Yes, if you received a coupon with your name on it, then you are a Preferred Customer).  Coupon expires January 31, 2010, excludes timing and vision products.  If you did not receive a coupon and feel that you should have, please contact us and we can verify that you are a Preferred Customer.  If you are not yet a Preferred Customer, but received this email,  bring in a copy of this email and receive the same discount as the coupon. 

Gear for a Year Contest

Our “Gear for a Year” contest is coming to an end.  The winner will be drawn the last week of December and notified in the first week of January.  However, there is still time!  Email us a photo of yourself training or racing for you chance to win “Gear for a Year!"  Email photos to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  For full contest details click HERE.

Upcoming Events (click logo for entry information)

Team Ortho Polar Dash (January 1st, 2010)
Valentine’s Day TC 5k (February 13th, 2010) Presented by Marathon Sports

Season's Greetings!
Marathon Sports