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No you weren’t dreaming at Mile 13 when you saw Elvis run by you… nor were you hallucinating at Mile 15 when you were feeling strong and surged by The King…as a matter of fact, it would have been hard to miss all the “Elvis” impersonating marathoners this weekend, especially when there were 147 “Running Elvi” registered to participate in the 2008 Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon.
Representing just about every US state and 3 countries (Mexico, Canada, UK), the Running Elvi strutted their stuff through all 26.2 miles and looked good doing it! Why were all these costumed rockers running the streets of San Diego?
For some it was the sheer pleasure of dress up and others as a tribute to their rock idol but for each and every running Elvis, it was in the name of Guinness (no, not the beer, but we hope you enjoyed your Michelob Ultra at the finish), but a Guinness World Record for the most registered “Running Elvi” in a marathon event.
Prior to 2008, the most “Running Elvi” to participate at Rock ‘n’ Roll were 46, so congratulations go out to all the fun-loving, enthusiastic and down right sexy (if we do say so ourselves) Running Elvi participants.
Not only did they set a marathon record, but there were other awards bestowed upon them on Sunday. As if running a marathon isn’t challenging enough, imagine running in costume and running fast enough to be one of the 3 fastest “Running Elvi.” The 3 fastest finishers (in order of finish) were:
Male First Place: Scott LaPrath 3:17:27 Second Place: William Molesworth 3:25:32 Third Place: George Saunders 3:28:44
Female First Place: Tina Geller 4:01:33 Second Place: Adriana Anderson 4:23:37 Third Place: Dana Ryan 4:33:03
Not to be forgotten were the Elvi that won style points from the judges (hey if you can’t beat `em, you may as well look good trying!) In the best-dressed competition, the winner was 43-year old David "Blue Hawaii Elvis" Brunken from Moreno Valley, CA.
So what are your plans for 2009? Running a marathon? What better way to celebrate your love of Rock ‘n’ Roll then by donning an Elvis costume (blue suede shoes optional)…looks like you’ll have plenty of company!
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Attention Runners!
The online period to sign up to run as Elvis has expired. If you are still interested in running as Elvis, please sign up at the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon booth at the Health & Fitness Expo on Friday & Saturday, May 30-31.
For all of those who are registered to run as Elvis, but can't seem to find the perfect bedazzled running suit, look no further! Misty Johnson misty820@aol.com specializes in Running Elvis Custom track Suits. More info...
Gold Records will be awarded to the top 3 Elvi, and the best dressed Elvis.
Bob
More Elvis details and special promotions to come; please check back for updates.
Questions or comments? Please email or call 800.311.1255 – an Elvis assistant is standing by.
Thanks to all those who participated in the Running Elvis World Record Attempt!
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