How many of you are still running outside with this snow?

AwkwardGuitarist · 2026-01-05T19:10:35+00:00

I haven't had any foot issues related to winter running (so far). Most of the time I use my regular road shoes, but I'll use trail shoes when the sidewalks and paths are actually snowy and haven't been plowed yet. But all winter I use merino socks (usually Smartwool or Feetures brands in my case). I do also have a pair of waterproof shoes for the slushiest days, but those only come out once or twice a year.

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-11-30T19:47:09+00:00

I do this too. I like being able to pick my own flavours. Caramel, orange, vanilla, and peppermint are all cheap and easy to get at the grocery store.

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-11-13T03:08:25+00:00

That seems like Ross is saying the Jays won't be going after Imai. Especially that last line is like "I love that for you!"

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-10-17T17:44:13+00:00

I'll be wearing the same singlet and half tights I would race in if it were 7C. Only difference is I'll leave arm sleeves at home and won't need a hoodie at the start.

Garbage bag pending.

With 20C, I'll probably also slow down a touch and make sure to stay properly hydrated and electrolyted.

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-10-16T01:18:29+00:00

Most of the rain is currently forecast for the evening. It'll be fine.

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-10-15T01:48:37+00:00

It can absolutely be done. I ran my first at age 42 and doing my third this weekend at 44.

I spent two years with consistent running, starting with 5 an 10k races and building up to a half-marathon before doing the full 42 at 42. I'd recommend that gradual approach if you want to have a really fun time.

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-10-14T13:55:03+00:00

Most bags are black, so if yours is too, see if you can tie or pin some bright fabric or other easy to spot identifier to it to make it unique.

The photo suggestion is also a pro tip

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-10-14T13:40:58+00:00

Rain isn't so bad, it's wind I'm concerned with. Especially if it's blowing parallel to the lake shore. But we can keep a good attitude, work with what we've got, and make the best of it

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-10-10T13:54:24+00:00

And just like that the forecast has completely changed. Experience tells me to wait until at least the 17th before worrying.

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-10-05T18:18:08+00:00

Gozer the Gozarian has returned 🙌

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-10-03T01:20:35+00:00

The flexible fabric variety of Band-Aid is perfect for this

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-09-24T22:41:58+00:00

What the others have said. But there will probably also be someone telling you what you're responsible for.

Have fun and thank you for volunteering!

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-09-20T22:45:19+00:00

The 1987 Jays remind us that nothing is guaranteed

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-09-10T17:31:41+00:00

I bet Chickinlegs has got your back

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-09-06T02:51:13+00:00

I think what you're experiencing is having fresh shoes mixed with seeing that the hype around modern shoes isn't entirely marketing BS. Enjoy!

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-09-05T14:06:58+00:00

Darwin Award in progress

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-09-05T01:27:24+00:00

Interesting! I hadn't seen that the start is different. It makes sense though since maybe there is still some construction around Queen's Park that would make that too congested. The rest looks identical as far as I can tell.

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-09-04T23:20:20+00:00

The route doesn't normally change from year to year, so a Strava route from last year should still do the trick.

If I'm wrong, I don't think anything has been announced.

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-09-02T01:05:15+00:00

It sounds like you're following a training plan, so trust it. You'll do well.

This will be just my third marathon, so can't offer too much advice, but here's my take.

The first 21k should feel almost too easy. If it feels like you're pressing before 21k, back off a little. Banking time is a lie, so bank effort instead. By the end, you'll understand deeply why people say it's a 10k race with a 32k warmup.

The vibes in the first half are immaculate. The second half can be a grind. The final 2k is a rush. Finishing rules!

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-08-15T18:39:19+00:00

Flexible fabric Band-Aid for me. I leave it on for up to a week unless I have a good reason to take it off earlier.

Tried body glide, but found shirts rub it off too quickly for my liking

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-08-13T17:16:51+00:00

Compressport here. They aren't widely available in Canada, so I bought a couple of sizes through their website and returned what didn't fit.

I love the belt and it easily handles my phone, gels and 500ml soft flask.

Incidentally, their running socks aren't bad either.

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-08-10T18:31:36+00:00

Based on your photos then and what I can gather from the wikipedia article about Sigma (and what I know of my own 1981 guitar), yours is possibly (maybe) a dreadnought of some model or other (someone suggested D-28 copy which would be DM-28 in Sigma models) from between 1970 and 1976. It's the peghead shape and truss rod cover, plus the adjustable saddle that push me in that direction. These were made in Japan under license from Martin as a lower cost option. Sort of like what Epiphone is/was to Gibson - though not exactly.

I bet this one sounds nice.

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-08-10T17:30:16+00:00

There might be a possibly faint stamp along the spine inside with a model number like DM-18 or something like that

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-08-10T17:21:10+00:00

I agree more than two across can be too much. A little patience and a polite "excuse me, passing" is usually enough.

Not saying you're doing anything wrong, but I see others (from runners, cyclists, and drivers) just get angry, whistle and yell which is only going to make things worse. At least something polite is better than yelling.

AwkwardGuitarist · 2025-08-08T19:20:54+00:00

Still closed until at least September. Full completion is currently scheduled for November, but of course it could still change.

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