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  • 30000LBS_Of_BananasOPBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    I do have that flagged as a NY option but for some reason it’s not on my radar for next year.

    I do 100% have to do steamtown as my PA race because of my namesake (I promise to sing to song to everyone as I roll down the hill) plus my partner does like trains so we can visit the historic park.

    The nice thing with Baltimore is I could take the train there, no driving or flying! And I would get a crab medal to go with my lobster claw medal from this year.

    • SeldarenBEnglish
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      10 months ago

      If you want to double-up on crab medals, you can do King Crab. Frederick+Baltimore 10+Baltimore Running Festival.

      Frederick could get you the squirrel medal for the Nut Job Challenge too! More animal medals!

      I was considering the Chessie Challenge, but that’s Baltimore and Ocean City both in October. Not sure I could do marathons that close together.

    • fire_footBEnglish
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      10 months ago

      If you come to Baltimore I will come cheer for ya!

      • 30000LBS_Of_BananasOPBEnglish
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        10 months ago

        I will certainly let you know if I choose that one! Also if I do I will require some coffee and croissant recommendations!