2012 Team ER Awards

  • Team ER would like to recognize Jimmy Ruggles for the 2012 competition of Leadville 100
  • Team ER would like to recognize Cassie Schumacher for participating in the 2012 Race Across America and Calvin’s Challenge
  • Team ER would like to recognize Ken Frankenbery for the 2012 National Xterra Championships
  • Team ER would like to recognize Marie Rote for participating in the 2012 Calvin’s Challenge
  • Team ER would like to recognize the team’s Most Improved Athlete to….Angelica Campos
  • Team ER would like to recognize the team’s Best Comeback from injury…Chris Schmauder
  • Team ER would like to recognize the team’s Best Sponsor write-up……Paul Lenz
  • Team ER would like to recognize the team’s Most Sponsor referral’s…Julie Healy
  • Team ER would like to recognize the team’s High Mileage (running)….Ray Fryan
  • Team ER would like to recognize the team’s Best Team Spirit…..Emily Johnson

The following sponsors of Team ER received award plaques:

  • Eddy’s Bike Shop
  • Ritchie’s Sporting Goods
  • Doctors of Optometry
  • Fresh Start Diner
  • LifeCenter Plus
  • Marketing Resources and Results

Ritchies Sporting Goods award will be displayed at their store with the following team members names on it: “Ritchies Sporting Goods proudly recognizes the following Marathon Finishers: Paul Lenz , Ron Hudas, Steve Bable, and Zia Snyder”

Eddy`s Bike Shop award will be displayed at their store with these team members names on it: “Eddy’s Bike Shop proudly recognizes the following Ironman Finishers: Mark Gorris, Jim Dehner”

Ritchie’s Sporting Goods – Reviewed by Brenda O`Hara

Being fantastically lightweight, these Under Armour Zone performance sunglasses are perfect for any outdoor sport whether you’re cycling, running, hiking, or just out for a casual walk. These sunglasses are both durable and flexible offering a 3 point grip system that ensures a comfortable and secure fit for everyone. Blocking 100% of all UVA, UVB, and UVC lights, these affordable sunglasses are a great deal at Ritchie’s Sporting Goods and a perfect option for all your outdoor activity and racing needs. Stop in and visit the ever so friendly and welcoming staff to check them out.

Eddy’s Bike Shop – Reviewed by Brenda O`Hara

Cold weather has arrived!! But don’t let that stop you from riding! Whether you’re on the road or the trails, Eddy’s has everything you need for cold weather riding. This Gore soft shell thermal windstopper is my favorite and one of the most essential items for riding in cold weather. Wear with baselayer and you’re sure to be warm and comfortable in as cold as 20 degrees. A nice size pocket in the back has all the room you need for nutrition and accessories. Stop in and visit the friendly staff at Eddy’s today to stock up for winter riding!

Fresh Start Diner – Reviewed by Brenda O`Hara

If you’re looking to have breakfast or lunch at an affordable price with great service, Fresh Start Diner is just for you! Fresh Start Diner has a warm, cozy atmosphere and friendly servers who offer the best and most attentive service! Offering a wide variety of healthy selections, including gluten free items, Fresh Start has something for everyone. I thoroughly enjoy and highly recommend the John Wayne Western omelet. This classy omelet has ham, cheddar cheese, red peppers, mushrooms, and onions served with your choice of sides. Very tasty, and best of all, breakfast is served all day! Stop into Fresh Start Diner soon and see how fantastic this place is!

2012 Turkey Trot 5 Mile Race – Cleveland, Ohio 11-22-2012

Fantastic weather brought out a great turnout for the 2012 Turkey Trot. 60 degrees and bright sunshine brought out 7000 runners.

I have done this race for the last few years, have had some solid races, but a win has always alluded me. 2011 I got second by a few seconds, so was hoping to notch a win in 2012. Got a solid warm up,  started in front row, and as gun went off, I felt like I had to keep a solid pace or get mowed down!! My niece started in the back row – She said it took almost 5 minutes to reach the starting line! First mile was under a 6 minute mile pace, I knew that was too fast, tried to slow it down some, but with people passing me left and right- it was tough. Second mile slowed it down some, but was feeling good. As I hit mile 4 could tell I had gone out to hard – but was still well under my goal time pace (32 minutes) – ½ a mile from finish, out of the corner of my eye – I recognized a guy from Berea in my age group, who I had battled with in several local 5k’s (heavy breather at Tallmadge 5k). He was coming on strong, and as much as I wanted to pick it up – I was at my limit. The bad thing, he had another guy from my age group on his heels.

I ended up 3rd in my age group (out of 160), 135th overall (out of 7000). I still ended up with a new PR of 31.55- a 6.23 pace, 45 seconds faster than 2011- so hard to be disappointed- there’s always next year!

Ken Frankenbery