February 2010 News from 26.2

Hello Everyone

This is the time in our race preps when I'm just so jazzed I can hardly sit still. (Not that I have much time for sitting still when I know I have company coming in just a few days!) I can't wait to welcome you all to Jacksonville and it's beautiful beaches! It's been a long hard winter for many. Some of you are just digging out from the snow. We promise, no shovels will be necessary on the race course Sunday.

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	Mayo Researchers put Marathon Money to Good Use


	We are tickled pink to share with you some fantastic news about how your participation and support of The 26.2 with Donna Foundation is helping the cause to finish breast cancer. On Saturday, February 6 Maggie Fitzroy from the Jacksonville Shorelines Newspaper reported on how money raised from our race is making a difference in breast cancer research. Read more


	Who was that masked man?


	It's a question runners and supporters at the 26.2 with Donna ask themselves on race day as they spy the marathon's unofficial, colorfully costumed superhero sprint by. He is a vision in a pink Spiderman outfit, a spirited champion of everything the nation's only breast cancer marathon is all about. He is Pink Spidey, and he'll be joining hundreds of other runners at the starting line come February 21st. Read more


	Race Day Transportation


	You've come this far, don't miss the bus! There will be no race day parking available on or near the start/finish at the Mayo Clinic. There will be complimentary shuttles for both runners and spectators. Read more


	Race Day Services


	Part of our mission is to produce world class running events. This is your race, and we want this experience to be like none other. We can't run the race for you, but we can sure provide you with everything you need to make race day a great day. Read more


	Starting Line Corrals


	As you arrive in Runner's Village Sunday morning, please be aware of the planned starting line corrals as you make your way to the starting line of the Third Annual 26.2 with Donna. Race officials will invite participants to enter the startling line area from Runner's Village based on your expected finish time. Read more


	Race Weekend Events


	The anticipation is rising in Jacksonville, Florida as we are days away from the Third Annual 26.2 with Donna The National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer. Street poles proudly wave our colors, cow bells and pink pom poms are making their way in to the hands of spectators, and parties are being planned to celebrate what YOU are doing to finish breast cancer. Read more


	Relay Staging


	Alongside the marathoners and half-marathoners toeing the line at this year's 26.2 with Donna will be a special group of runners and walkers working their way toward the finish line one leg at a time. Read more


	Q&A with Keith Brantly


	Q&A session with Keith Brantly, the Elite Athlete Coordinator for 26.2 with Donna. Read more


	Your Raceday Checklist


	What to pack for the big day, and general tips as you prepare for this year's 26.2 with Donna, written by Olympian Jeff Galloway. Read more

•	Spectator Guide
•	Family Fun Run
•	Fundraising Deadline is March 31


	In This Newsletter

1	Mayo Researchers put Marathon Money to Good Use
2	Pink Spidey Interview
3	Race Day Transportation
4	Race Day Services
5	Starting Line Corrals
6	Race Weekend Events
7	Relay Staging
8	Q&A with Keith Brantly
9	Your Raceday Checklist--what to pack for the big day


	Race Registration

Online Registration Deadline is Wednesday, February 17 at Midnight. Runners may register Friday and Saturday at the Health & Fitness Expo. Day of race registration is not available.


	FAQs

• Race confirmation error or question?
Our staff can assist you at the Health & Fitness Expo.
Please bring a photo ID.

• Questions about the Relay?
Read our Relay Staging article.

• Have a donation?
We will accept donations at the Health & Fitness Expo. Checks made payable to 26.2 with Donna.

• Need a Pasta Dinner Ticket?
On sale at the Health & Fitness Expo at the 26.2 with Donna Merchandise Booth.

• Question about Race Day Parking?
Read our Race Day Transportation article.

• Have more questions?
Check out our FAQs page.