235 Teams Compete in 3rd Annual Market to Market Relay

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Updated: 9:29 PM Oct 10, 2010 235 Teams Compete in 3rd Annual Market to Market Relay Lincoln, Neb. Nearly 2,000 runners from all around the country and state pounded the pavement Saturday in the 3rd Annual Market to Market Relay. Posted: 4:08 AM Oct 9, 2010 Reporter: 10/11 News Email Address: desk@1011now.com

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Nearly 2,000 runners from all around the country and state pounded the pavement Saturday in the 3rd Annual Market to Market Relay.

The 84 mile race spans from Omaha's Old Market to Lincoln's Haymarket.

The relay is split into 21 stages that range from about 3-5 miles on a mixture of trails, paved roads and highways between Omaha and Lincoln.

As one teammate runs a stretch, the others pile in a van to drive to the next exchange point. There, they wait for their teammate to arrive and cheer on the other runners.

The relay doesn't only link two major cities, it brings friends and family closer too.

"We just decided its something we do to stay together. We live all over the country but it keeps us communicating and training together," said Emily Chrysler.

1011 News was one of the 235 teams competing and finished in 13:16:12.

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Posted by: Julie Location: Lincoln on Oct 11, 2010 at 02:40 PM

Charles: I am sorry you felt this was a negative experience. Had you been selling gatorade and beer, you would probably think otherwise. Several small towns saw a boost in their economic activity. I was in the race and was thrilled to see parts of Nebraska that I had never visited before.

Posted by: David Location: Omaha on Oct 11, 2010 at 10:30 AM

Charles, I echo Kim and feel bad you are upset. This is a great event and Walton is a great town & I would have thought them to get along better. Hopefully the picture is better than you paint it. There were port-o-potties & runners were cautioned about relieving themselves otherwise. They were also provided with trash bags & there was a contest to see who could bring in the most trash. I know our team took care to respect lawns, driveways, and the town in general as we were guests. Again, sorry if everyone didn't take as much care. I can also tell you that in other towns and stops along the way that the wonderful people who volunteered seemed to really be enjoying themselves (especially those who have been out for more than 1 year), so maybe see if helping out next year changes your outlook. Or, hey, why not form a Team Walton and run the thing? Finally, I do pick up trash from that trail when I can throughout the year, so I'll give Walton an extra special treatment soon.

Posted by: Jared Location: Omaha on Oct 11, 2010 at 09:32 AM

Charles - I am sorry you had a bad experience. I am related to one of the race organizers and I know their intention is to highlight Nebraska's smaller communities, not overwhelm them. The organizers are very committed to improving the race each year so and are very respectful of everyone's opinions. If you could send your specific feedback to bcohoon[at]markettomarketrelay.com on how the exchange in your community could be better managed, I am certain you will see an improvement. Best wishes!

Posted by: Kim Location: Lincoln on Oct 10, 2010 at 09:59 PM

Charles - Sorry to hear you're upset. I was a runner in the race and would have never known or visited Walton, Nebr. had this race not happened. I now plan to play and dine at the Crooked Creek Golf Course which I never would have known about if it wasn't for this race. I'm friends with the race dir. and will notify him of the mess that was left behind. You should welcome visitors to your town - that's what the Nebraska heartland attitude is all about. -Kim

Posted by: charles Location: walton on Oct 10, 2010 at 08:25 AM

yes and for the third straight year here in Walton runners came parked in our drivways and yards, left trash every where, used our drivways and buildings as bathrooms. I find it amazing that people who are running 84 miles cant park farther than a block from the trail that they have to park in residents lawns, and driveways. It would seem the organizers would put some idea into the impact of 200-300 vehicles coming into a town 2 blocks long, they did and the answer is screw them thats their problem. Well after speaking to half of the town...we dont want you back

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