When you think of a “bib,” what image comes to mind? Most likely it’s something draped around an infant’s front at mealtime to protect their clothes from massive food stains and drool. Or it’s something you strap on at the local BBQ joint on “All You Can Stomach” ribs night for the same reason.

As runners, we have our own unique fascination with bibs. The purpose of the race bib is for identification and safety, but once you put a bib on, it becomes something much more than a runner’s dog tag. It’s your official passport to the race and says one thing very loudly: “Let’s run.”

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Scott Device is a reformed couch potato who discovered distance running in the fall of 2008 and hasn’t stopped since. He hails from Los Angeles CA and has participated in 8 REVEL events.

Do you want to be our next featured writer? Email us at revel@runrevel.com for details.

REVEL Mt Charleston Price Increase

REVEL Mt Charleston in Las Vegas, NV has a price increase on January 31st! This one is sure to sell out soon, so don't miss out. Save $10 by registering before the price goes up!

REGISTER FOR REVEL MT CHARLESTON

Training Tip: Downhill Training

With proper downhill training for a downhill race, you can experience notably fast times, reduce muscle fatigue during the race, and minimize “delayed onset muscle soreness” that is typical after any marathon.

The best way to reduce the effects of the unique forces in a downhill race is to train...

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A 70 Minute PR From REVEL Coaching

"Coach Paul has set up a great program with a variety of workouts specifically tailored for the unique challenges of downhill racing. He has been very helpful as an online coach in answering my training questions and offering great tips for training and downhill racing. With Coach Paul’s help, I returned to running after an injury and finished the REVEL Canyon City marathon with a 70 minute PR!"

—Bryan Hull

Looking for online coaching to maximize your training and race day efforts? Consider the REVEL Online Coaching Program designed specifically for downhill racing by REVEL’s own veteran marathon coach! Our REVEL Coach has run every one of REVEL's races, and is familiar with the unique demands of downhill racing.

Mt Charleston Pacers Needed

We want YOU to be our next awesome pacer! The following slots are available in the Marathon: 3:05, 3:10, 3:15, 3:25, and 3:35. All pacers receive a free entry. If interested, please email mtcharleston@runrevel.com.

Price Increase Jan 31, 2017!

REVEL partners with a charitable organization in each of the areas were we opperate. For Canyon City, we donate to The Azusa Recreation & Family Services Department.

"The funds received in fall 2016 will finance a Recreation and Family Services Department Branding Sculpture entitled Families are Forever. Installation is scheduled for late 2017."

KT TAPE is an elastic sports and fitness tape designed for muscle, ligament and tendon pain relief and support. It is quickly becoming the favorite accessory of athletes in every sport. Whether you’re training for your first marathon, getting ready for your next game, reaching a personal fitness goal, or just trying to get through the day, you already know that nothing slows you down faster than pain and injury. KT TAPE is lightweight, comfortable to wear, and can be used for hundreds of common injuries such as lower back pain, knee pain, shin splints, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tennis elbow, just to name a few.

Self proclaimed "OverweightNinja" started running when he turned 40 (now 42) to lose weight and get healthy. He was 297 lbs on Sept 13, 2014. He's since lost 51 lbs and run 9 half marathons. "REVEL Canyon City is by far my favorite half, and I have done it twice. . . I will run it every year going forward. Your volunteers and staff during race are top notch. I tell everyone about what a great experience it was." Congratulations on your accomplishments Joshua, aka OverweightNinja, keep it it up and we'll see you in November!

REVEL Technical Trucker Hat, designed specifically to be worn while running with soft touch wicking fabric on the headband and inside front. Hats produced by Boco Gear.

As we turn the corner to the upcoming REVEL Mt Charleston we'd like to acknowledge the teams that are growing at a tremendous pace. In first place is Run4Fun with 42 members followed close behind with 35 is Medal Ho's and RunJunkEes with 30. Who will have the bragging rights come race day?

Congratulations to Jenny Welch who ran the 2016 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon. She was randomly selected as the winner of a FREE race entry to any 2017 REVEL event. Keep your eyes out each month to see if you're the next random winner. Jenny, email revel@runrevel.com to claim your prize.