Monthly Archives: May 2016

RIDE OF SILENCE….SCOTT ORLANDO

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Last night was the Ride of Silence at LifeCenter plus. Ride of Silence is a national movement to increase awareness of cars sharing the road with bikes and to pay respect to bikers killed by automobiles. This was the first year for the local event.

Jerry, Carlo, Stacy and I all road. Jimmy was there at the start with a few Eddy’s bike techs providing last minute bike maintenance. Micky was also there riding and supporting the event. Stacy did a great job organizing and leading the event. The ride was 10 mile course at a 10 mph – 12 mph pace on the roads bordering Stow and Hudson. Many riders from the Akron Bike Club participated. A moment of silence was observed for the 2 local bike riders killed last year and all other bike riders killed nationally.

The ride ended at LifeCenter plus with refreshments and raffle prizes donated by Eddy’s Bike Shop and LifeCenter plus.

SCOTT ORLANDO

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I finished 4th overall with a time of 34:48 for the 1.5 mile kayak and 2.5 mile race.

I missed 3rd place by just a few seconds and first by 1:44 seconds. Not bad considering I wasn’t sure I could even run with a torn calf muscle. With two good legs I probably win the race.
Below is my review

The Sweat Now Wine Later race held at Gervasi Winery is a 1.5 mile kayak followed by a 2.5 mile run. There is a run or walk only option if kayaking is not your thing. I am not sure if this event is a festival of wine and food that starts with a race or a race that ends in a wine and food festival but either way this race is a big hit! The short fast course, beautiful grounds of Gervasi Winery and promise of excellent food and wine at the finish makes this race a local favorite. The race is ideal for multi sport beginners, recreational competitors, and serious athletes looking to test their skill and speed. The kayak leg is in a shallow winding creek. All participants must use kayak equipment that is provided eliminating any individual equipment advantages. The water depth in the creek was not ideal averaging 12 inches or less in most areas of the course. In several spots the water depth was too low and participants had to exit their kayaks and drag them to deeper water. The run course is flat, fast, and scenic as it makes its way back to the finish line at Gervasi. Run Canton Inc and the Canton Park and Recreation Department did an outstanding job organizing the race. Race participants received tech shirts, custom finisher medals that double as wine stoppers, and a voucher for food or wine at Gervasi. The only thing that could improve this race is to offer more awards and an awards ceremony. Only the top three male and female finishers receive awards in the mail. Age group awards would be nice at this race. This is an excellent short race that provides great value, fun and a beautiful race venue. I have no doubt this race will continue to sell out for many years.