The Return of the Mayor's Cup!

Get ready for a whole new round of Columbia's most awesome Adventure.  The Mayor's Cup is back with a completely new course and a whole bunch of new surprises!  Be prepared to be challenged both physically and mentally.  Be prepared for some crazy fun! 

In case you missed last year's debut, here's is a taste of what to expect:
  • Check point challenges in the downtown area
  • Check point challenges in local parks
  • Check points on local college campuses
  • The most creative and exciting "race" possibly ever!

  • A fun event for hard core athletes and families too!
  • Drink specials and pizza galore!
The event starts at 9 am and the closing ceremonies are at 2 pm.  The pizza party starts at 1:30 pm.  There will be plenty of time for athletes of all abilities to gather points across the course and finish.  Fun is guaranteed for all.

Be a part of Columbia history and see what the Mayor's Cup is about.

You don't want to miss this one!
Don't worry... there is no home football game this weekend!
 
This is the perfect opportunity to get out on the town, make some friends,have some fun, and eat some pizza!

October 18, 2008
9 am - Boone Tavern (811 E Walnut St)
Registration:
$40 for two-person teams until Oct. 4
$50 for two-person teams after Oct. 4
Family discount available on printable registration form

Enjoy the following:
The best of downtown Columbia, the secrets of Columbia's parks, door prizes and free stuff,  post-race party at Shakespeare's, lot's of crazy fun!

Required Team Equipment:
Bike and helmet (one for each member of the team!)
Bike lock  
Water bottle or camel pack
Backpack for gear
Digital camera (must photograph sections of the event)

Top secret gear item for the Mayor's Cup II:
A secretly borrowed "mascot" for your photo hunt.

Ever see the movie "Amelie"? No? Well, maybe you have seen the "Travelocity" commercials? No? Dangit! Anyway, both of these have a secretly borrowed traveling gnome in them. A guest mascot that is present in photos in many different locations. 
Learn more

Recommended Team Equipment:
Running shoes * Sun glasses * Digital video camera * Better judgement * A ridiculous costume * Rain jacket

If you are looking for an ultra-intense, painful race, this isn't it!  If you are looking for a fun, social event that is both physically and mentally challenging, then...ROCK ON!

As always, everything is "top secret" until the start of the event!
Race for free stuff right now!

The first three on-line team entries after this email newsletter is sent out will win free stuff!

The first team to enter will win two free pair of Spokiz glasses! AWESOME!

Spokiz are ideal for tri-athletes, rock climbers, bikers, runners, kayakers and everyone in action because they fit the contours of your head and stay were you put them.

The second team to enter will win two free sets of Kinesys sunscreen. 

True performance sunscreens. A true performance sunscreen provides photo-stable broad spectrum protection and is easy to apply before and during any activity. It does not require messy rubbing and dries quickly without oily residue to hinder grip or comfort. It withstands vigorous activity and allows skin pores to breathe normally.

The third team to enter will win two free $15 gift certificates to Road ID

Road ID Gift Certificates can be redeemed on www.RoadID.com, by phone, mail, or fax.
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Incase you missed the Mayor's Cup listing in Bicycling Magazine a while back -
of course the race date has changed. That would be this Saturday otherwise!

Off Track Events
Extremely fun and crazy athletic events
Visit website for listing of all 2008 events

Other upcoming events that you should check out!

Saturday, October 4 - 7:30 a.m.
Stephens Lake Park 5K Run/Walk for Columbia Second Chance

The Student Government Association 5K run/walk for Columbia Second Chance is open to students, staff, faculty, alumni and parents. This year's charity is Columbia Second Chance, which is committed to caring for animals of all types, either on a temporary basis until a new, permanent home is found or on a long-term basis while the animal receives medical treatment. Check-in at 7:30 a.m. Event begins at 8 a.m. Register online here

MU Vet School Dog Jog
Sun Oct 12, 8am runners and 8:15 walkers, at MU Vet School
The dog jog is a fundraiser for the vet school and for Columbia Second Chance. You may walk or run and your dog can join in!