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Pacers is a New Sponsor of the 2007 Army Ten-Miler
By Roxana Hoveyda
April 24, 2007
Washington, DC
For the Washington Running Report

In photo above, Alisa Harvey (41) wins the 2006 Army 10 Mile in 59:00.

The Army Ten-Miler is pleased to announce that Pacers Running Stores has signed on as a Supporting Sponsor for the 2007 event. Pacers is the leading running specialty retailer in the Mid-Atlantic, providing personalized running and walking shoe fittings which include gait analysis and fitness goal and injury assessments. An active supporter of running clubs, nonprofits, and events, Pacers manages several races in the DC area. The stores' owners, the Farley family, contribute a portion of race proceeds to national and local charities.

"Pacers is committed to supporting our military and we are thrilled to be aligned with this premier Army running event. We are looking forward to a long partnership with the Army Ten-Miler," stated Pacers co- owner, Chris Farley. Pacers will host the specialized Army Ten-Miler training programs developed and conducted by Jeff Galloway Training Programs, Inc. Also, Pacers will offer all "military and civilian" 2007 Army Ten- Miler registrants a 10% discount on any non-sale New Balance running shoe purchase through October 15, 2007. Runners can bring their printed ATM confirmation E-mail into any Pacers location to receive the discount.

Race Director, Jim Vandak commented, "Pacers is one of the leading technical running stores in Washington, DC and is well respected within running community. The Army Ten-Miler is pleased to partner with Pacers and bring additional value to our runners." Registration for the 23rd edition of the Army's 10-mile race continues at a record pace. More than 17,500 runners have registered for the 26,000 runner slots. "Last year we sold out in 81 days and 2007 registration is currently 30 days ahead of our 2006 sell-out date. Anyone interested in running Army this year should register soon because we expect to sell out sometime in May," reported Vandak. All proceeds from the Army Ten-Miler go to Moral, Welfare, and Recreation programs for soldiers and soldier families.

About Pacers Running Stores

Founded in 1991, Pacers is a running institution in Northern Virginia and has evolved into the premier running specialty retailer in the Mid- Atlantic. Proud to be family-owned and operated, Pacers is the store of choice for runners and walkers in the metro Washington, DC area and beyond. The quality of Pacers' extensive product line is only surpassed by the service and advice our experienced staff members provide to each customer. Visit Pacers in two locations, Alexandria, VA and Arlington, VA.

For more information visit www.runpacers.com

About the Army Ten-Miler

The 23rd edition of America's largest 10-mile running event takes place on Sunday, October 7 in Washington, DC. The Association of the US Army (AUSA) and KBR are the co-lead sponsors for this year's event. This Army tradition attracts over 26,000 runners, of varying experience, from around the world to run a course that starts and finishes at the Pentagon and passes such national landmarks as the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument and the Capitol. Known for its organizational excellence and American heroes - the Army Ten-Miler is something to be experienced.

Race weekend activities including the Race Expo presented by New Balance, fitness clinics, and the Press Conference presented by TANDBERG, are free and open to the public. Race day features the Health Net Federal Services Youth Runs, the 94.7 the Globe Post Race Party with bands, entertainment and a live broadcast and HOOAH Tents representing Army installations from around the world. Families will enjoy the Health Net Federal Services Youth Activity Zone, interactive inflatables, Army racing displays, the GEICO Gecko and much more. Proceeds from the Army Ten-Miler go to support soldier and soldier family Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs.

For more information on one of DC's premier running event, visit www.armytenmiler.com.


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