And The Winner Is....

 Well, it's time to announce the winner of the NY Flyers Winter Hat Give-Away.  Per last week's blog posting, those who suggested topics for future blog write-ups received chances to win.

HOW WAS THE WINNER SELECTED?

I know, you're all wondering if the winner was chosen fair and square.  Well, for those who might be concerned that the drawing was rigged, I recruited two individuals of indisputable character to randomly select the winner.

The winning ticket was drawn straight out of the Flyers new winter hat by Lucy K, shown here inspecting the hat prior to the drawing.  Lucy is highly revered for her integrity, gentle disposition and her soft fur.  Also shown here is her very capable assistant, Sabrina K, who is extremely honorable, respectable, and otherwise awesome.*

Lucy K (Meow) with her Assistant Sabrina K

SO WHO WON?

I am pleased to announce that the winner of the NY Flyers new winter running hat is none other than Flyer Francine A.  Congratulations to our winner, and thank you to all of the contestants!  Now it's off to JackRabbit Sports UES store (Lex at E. 85th Street) for the rest of us to buy our own NY Flyer winter hats so that we might look as sharp as Francine.

WHAT'S NEXT?

There's a full March schedule of blogging up ahead.  Stay tuned for the upcoming broad array of interesting topics.

All NY Flyers are encouraged to consider contributing to the Flyers Blog.  Just send me an e-mail if you'd like to post something. 

I think that our many Flyer bloggers on this site will agree that it's easy, fun, and very satisfying to share information, thoughts, feelings, and ideas by posting on the Flyers blog. 

Just click on the name of any A+ Blogger (of course, every Flyer Blogger is an A+ Blogger :) listed along the "Categories" section of the sidebar to see all of their past Flyer Blog posts, or click on a category if there's something of interest that you haven't read or that you want to take a look at again.

In speaking with those who read the blog, I'm certain that Flyers appreciate bloggers' efforts and greatly enjoy the posts, which range from race reports to silly running humor (I still watch that hilarious video about the gala every once in awhile, though maybe I need to get out more?) to everything in between.

So........ don't by shy -- give it a try.  I'll bet you won't regret blogging.  Or if you prefer to simply just read the blog, then please add your comments at the bottom of posts that you read.  Bloggers like receiving positive feedback, and also enjoy when what they write leads to discussion within the comments section.

*True confessions.  Lucy K sniffed at the Flyers winter hat, but elected not to select a ticket.  Therefore, the young and also honorable Mitchell K pulled the winning ticket from the hat, with oversight provided by Sabrina K and internal auditing provided by Liz K.

-Dave K, NY Flyers Blogmaster

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Hats Off To Eric (and Win a Free Flyer Winter Hat, Too!)

Gosh, what to say in my inaugural post as the new Flyers Blogmaster besides welcome to the New and Unproved Flyers Blog?

Well, first, many MANY thanks (at least 732 thanks, and possibly more) to Eric S. for helping me transition into the role of Blogmaster.

Eric created something very special, made all the more special by the many Flyers who have put time, effort and caring into providing us all with informative, interesting, and sometimes extremely entertaining blog posts.  If only we had a Flyers MasterBlog charge card where Flyer bloggers could bill for their services....

And, many thanks, too, to Ed A. including for his darn-tootin' terrific tutelage on how to use the blog software and in otherwise assisting me to have a clue on what to do.

Eric S. and Ed A. bonding over mulch at a Flyers Central Park Clean Up Day

Hats off to both of them! And speaking of hats......

Win a Free Flyers Winter Hat!

In addition to the Flyer apparel featured on the website, there's a new NY Flyer Winter Hat for sale -- $17.50 at the JackRabbit Sports Upper East Side store (1225 Lexington Ave between 84th and 85th).

This new winter hat is really cool (hot?), and you can win a free hat right here on the Flyers Blog by participating in the Flyer Blog Free Raffle (no charge for tickets, and no limit on number of tickets!).

Lara K. Models the New Flyers Hat -- winner receives hat only (model not included)

It's easy to play. Here's how:

• Propose a blog topic and write it down within the comments section of this post (you don't need a Google account to submit comments on the Flyers Blog -- you can just click "annonymous" and write your name at the bottom of your comment).
• You don't have to volunteer to write about the topic, although you increase your chances to win if you do (see two bullets below).
• For every topic that you propose, you get a raffle ticket (I'll write your name on a slip of paper), so the more topics you propose the better your chances.
• If you propose to actually write about the topic for the Flyers Blog, rather than suggest that someone else write about it, then you get an extra raffle ticket for each write-up you propose to submit.

In one week, I'll pull one ticket out of the New Flyer Winter Hat, and the name on that ticket will be the winner of the hat.  If you don't win the hat, you still can buy one at the JackRabbit UES store for $17.50.

Proposing Blog Topics

I'd like the blog to continue to be about the club - running, members and events.

And, I invite Flyers to write from the heart. Please don't feel self-conscious in sharing your joys, your humor, your sorrows, and, within reason, your annoyance (hmm.... will the Ranting Runner return? No 'twas not me).

My goal is for the Flyers Blog to continue to be an interesting, informative, and fun resource outlet for NY Flyers. I can't wait to find out how it continues to evolve, and hopefully me along with it!

There's an exciting blog schedule already set for March, and plans are in the works to let Flyers know when each new item is posted. So stay tuned.

Happy Blogging!

Dave K.
Flyers Blogmaster*

*Footnote: I'm dedicating this year's efforts as Blogmaster to the memory of our beloved family pets, our cat Rollie who lived nearly 17 years (Nov 1992 - Sept 27, 2009) and our goldfish, Watery, who lived more than 9 years (Sussex County Octoberfest, Oct 2001 - February 16, 2011).


Rollie



Watery (on right)



Watery



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President's Blog: Midterm Update

Flyer President, Glen Wiener

At about halfway through this term of the 2010 Executive Board, I felt it would good time to discuss the state of the club, while there is still a lot of time for everyone to get involved between now and the end of the term in January. Unlike in the real world where jobs are scarce, employment opportunities (albeit unpaid) are plentiful in Flyerland.

If you didn't get out there this Sunday morning, you can still show off your running ability by leading a “pace group” in the second of the two NYRR Long Training Runs. These are two of our most visible and enjoyable events, attracting approximately 75 volunteers leading thousands of marathon veterans and hopefuls through varying distances in Central Park.

2009 Flyer Marathon shirt design

Tired of running? Relax and let your creative juices flow freely by designing the Flyers’ 2010 Fall Marathon Shirt. The best design will be selected and the winner given a free shirt. Talking about shirts, the Executive Board is in the process of obtaining high visibility unique Group Run Leader Shirts designed by our very own VP Brian H. These shirts will be distributed free to our group run leaders who, week after week battle the heat, cold, rain, humidity, and wind by leading our morning and evening group runs. These shirts will make our group leaders easy to spot and provide a small token of appreciation to these unsung members of the club.

If, you’re not a group run leader but are in dire need of new Flyers gear, then stop by Urban Athletics and purchase the new “Property of the Flyers” technical t-shirt or our racing singlet. By the end of the month many Flyers will be sporting their new Flyer Tri apparel, designed by Anne H. and Sandy A., they ordered last month. If none of these items rocks your socks, just wait till the fall when we will offer a few other new things. Items under consideration include jackets, hats, long sleeve shirts, arm warmers, and boxer shorts. (ok, no boxer shorts) And don’t forget to show off your Flyers gear when we take our yearly picture at the Flyers picnic, organized by Fran O., following the Club Championship, this Saturday.

New York Flyers Team Photo, 2009

Back to running, the Fall Marathon Training Program is in full swing. Join Jim S. and a bevy of Flyers on great long runs outside of Central Park. We are currently finalizing the details for our legendary Palisades run lead by Tim D. and celebrated Three Bridges 20 milers organized by yours truly. These runs which include pace group and waters stations will now be open to the public for a small fee. For some fun, facts, and friendship, join the Flyers' well-known Sherpa, Scott S., for the Bridges and Arches Run, which is a fascinating run/tour of the beautiful structures of Central Park.

It’s truly been an enjoyable and rewarding six months as the Flyers’ President and I thank you all for the opportunity you have given me. Needless to say, a lot is going on and many Flyers have been hard at work organizing and leading these events. I cannot thank all these amazing people enough for their hard work and dedication. Stayed tuned, as much more is in the works including more socials, workshops, runs, and events including our pre-marathon pasta dinner (with hopefully another special guest) and culminating in the piece de resistance our celebrated annual Awards Gala.

Dancing at the Gala

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Santa, Flyer apparel, and more!

Ho ho ho!!!  One day til an annual favorite, the Flyers Holiday Party!!  Rumor has it that Santa may be making a visit to hear the holiday wishes of all Flyers naughty or nice? :)


In addition to great food, drink and company...we are gonna have a special sale of Flyer apparel at the party (all modeled in the pic below)!!

• Black long-sleeve shirts-$20
• Gray short-sleeve 2009 Marathon shirts-$20
• White techincal running caps-$20

 

Hope to see you all tomorrow night! Tis the season... :)

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