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Greetings!! It's been a while since we threw in some strong educational material, but with the first day of Fall this weekend, we couldn't go without talking about the Autumnal Equinox and what it is. If you already know, that's great, if not here it goes. Thanks to infoplease.com: In the language of science, an equinox is either of two points on the celestial sphere where the ecliptic and the celestial equator intersect. For the rest of us, it's one of two times a year when the sun crosses the equator, and the day and night are of approximately equal length. This also signals changes in our exercise habits. For example as it gets darker out, people start heading indoors. But have no fear, we have cures for this. Join us at any of our weekly workouts. This way you can exercise safely with others. Not sure what to wear, then we can certainly help there as well with our full array of cool weather gear and safety gear for darkness. Lastly, its time to try a different terrain. Check out this weekends Autumn Classic Duathlon and Trail Race. This happens to be one of the best times of year to embrace the outdoors. Read on for more ways to accomodate your exercise habits throught the Fall.  Regards, Boots & Ellen
Can you help? We are in strong need of volunteers for this Sunday's (September 30th) Rochester Autumn Classic Duathlon and Trail Race in Mendon Ponds Park. If you have only been a participant this year and haven't helped, here's your chance to give back to the running and multisport community. Your time commitment would be for about 2-3 hours. We are in need of road marshals primarily, but also, we could use help at one of the water stops and in transition. If you can help please contact us at ellen@fleetfeetrochester.com. 
Packet Pickup/Last Minute Registration for the Autumn Classic Duathlon and Trail Race is Friday, Sept. 28th (10-7PM) and Saturday, Sept. 29th (9-5PM) at Fleet Feet Sports. You are strongly encourage to attend Packet Pickup. Duathlon Details: There are 2 distances: SuperSprint for beginners (2 mile run/10 mile bike/2 mile run) or the Formula 1 (2 mile run/ 10 mile bike/ 2 mile run/ 10 mile bike/ 2 mile run). You can ride any type of bike and the runs are on the trails. Current fee is $45 and increases to $55 during Packet Pickup and $60 on Race Day. You must bring photo ID and USAT Card (if applicable) to get your packet. Sorry these are USAT rules. Also, only the participant can get their packet. You can register Online at Active or Download an app and bring it in to Fleet Feet. Trail Race Details: There are 2 distances: 4.5 miler for beginners or 9 Miler. There is one water stop on course, so you are encouraged to bring water. Current fee is $18 and increases to $20 on Race Day. You can register Online at Active or Download an App and bring it in to Fleet Feet Sports. 
The Aurora Hoody from Pearl Izumi with its matching tights is the perfect Autumn combination. The Aurora Hoody is warm and comfy and a versatile top for women. This is functional enough for a cool run, but stylish enough for bumping around town - destined to become a closet favorite. With its full length front zipper, superb color combinations, secure back zip pocket, two front zip pockets and a unique crew neck fit inside the hood to keep you warm. An absolutely adorable fall piece with its matching tights. Available now in women's sizing and 2 colors. 
In just one week, we will name our Puma Contest Winner. The winner will win a $1000 in Puma Product. The second place team will win $500 in Puma Product. The current leaders are:
Join us for our FREE GROUP TRAINING Opportunities 
This breath taking ultra is just around the corner on Saturday, October 6th in Canandaigua. There's 2 ultra distances of 50 miles and 50K. But if you don't want to run those miles, check out the Fleet Feet Sports Relay. Teams of 5 take shifts on running the 50 mile course around Canandaigua. Truly a spectacular course. For more information check out the Race Website Here. 
Friday, September 27th at 6PM is the SUNY Geneseo 1st Annual Homecoming Friday Knight Run/Walk 5K, Contact: Karen Merrill kem17@geneseo.edu or Larkin Kimmerer llk5@geneseo.edu; Location: SUNY Geneseo, 1 College Cir, Geneseo, NY 14454; Info: http://www.geneseotrack.com/homecoming/ On Sunday, September 30th at 8:30AM is the Rochester Autumn Classic Festival Duathlon & Trail Race, Contact: Dave & Ellen Boutillier, 585- 697-3338, yellowjacketracing@hotmail.com, www.yellowjacketracing.com. Location: Stewart Lodge, Mendon Ponds Park. At 9AM on Sunday is the Penfield Challenge 5K-V, Contact: Chris Bilow 585-340-8655 bilow@penfield.org; Location: Penfield Community Center, 1985 Baird Road, Penfield, NY. 
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email: ellen@fleetfeetrochester.com
address/phone: 2210 Monroe Avenue, Brighton, NY (across from Cook's World near 12 Corners)(585) 697-3338
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