But Strava has thrown this out there. Ballsy move by New Balance since two of the biggest marathons - Chicago and New York - fall within the time limit. But they do have the stats to show that most people fail to negative split. But anyhow, I think I'm now going to hang for the first half of the race with the four hour pace group, then drop a blazing 1:59 second half so I can get a free pair of NB Fresh Foam 1080 (the most expensive running shoe on their site at 150 bones).
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"Just" negative splitting is silly, of course -- kind of a weird promotion. Easy to do if that's your only focus, but not always appropriate for every course and weather profile. Still: free shoes!
Hmm, I wonder if any sanctioned marathons have open registration still that are cheaper than a pair of shoes.
If I wasn't a couple of hours away, I'd offer you a place to stay! Good time of year to come visit New England...best of luck in the marathon.
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