RunBoston

Thank You--From All of Us at RB

2013-04-23T12:33:00.000-07:00

We've been so lucky to hear from various runners in the last week--many of you have emailed us to let us know that our beautiful city is in your thoughts and hearts, or to check in that all of our guides are unharmed (they are).

Here's an example, from Elise:

Just thought you'd like to know there was group of about 100 people running for Boston tonight. Most ran 3 miles for the 3 lives lost. Some ran 4.09 for the time the first bomb went off. This is me after 5 miles. Hope you are all doing as well as you can. Just know our hearts, thoughts & prayers are with you.

And a few other excerpts:

To show support for Boston, I am sporting my "run Boston" shirt at work today in Austin, TX & I wore it to our vigil run/ walk last night. Whatever your journey is this week, know the Austin running community is with you.
Running is the best medicine! I hope everyone there can get back to running the streets and feeling safe about it. They picked the wrong group to mess with, runners will always press on.
All the Australian running community is thinking of you.
I am so thankful that everyone is safe and accounted for. God was looking out for your runners yesterday. Please let everyone know that EVERYONE is praying for them, and I really feel like now, we are ALL Bostonian.

It has been our true pleasure to meet so many wonderful runners from around the world, and we can't begin to say how much your caring and support has meant to us this past week.

So to all you runners out there--THANK YOU. Thank you for caring about us, and even more, for caring about Boston.

Looking for a way to help?

2013-04-18T07:21:00.001-07:00

Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick and Boston Mayor Tom Menino have announced the formation of The One Fund Boston, Inc. to help the people most affected by the tragic events that occurred in Boston on April 15, 2013.

"We are one Boston. We are one community. As always, we will come together to help those most in need. And in the end, we will all be better for it,” Mayor Menino said.

To contribute to The One Fund Boston, click on onefundboston.org.

Boston Marathon Update

2013-04-15T15:31:00.000-07:00

OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE VICTIMS AND FAMILIES OF THOSE INJURED BY THE EVENTS AT THE BOSTON MARATHON.

NEARLY ALL OF OUR STAFF HAS REPORTED IN THAT THEY ARE SAFE AND UNHARMED.

NOTES FROM MEMA:

Please avoid area of Copley Square to allow first responders to work.

If you are trying to reach friends or family and can't get through via phone, try texing instead (less bandwidth)

RedCross Safe and Well is active. Individuals can register themselvs as safe or search for loved ones at redcross.org/safeandwell or call 1800REDCROSS

Boston mayor's hotline (can help locate friends/family): 617-635-4500

Crime tips hotline: 800-494-TIPS

Wayne Seeks 100,000 Miles...

2013-04-11T18:16:00.000-07:00

Wayne, RunBoston's new owner, is going to hit a major mile marker during this year's Boston Marathon. Check it out here from NECN...

Lululemon also wrote a nice blog article about it HERE.

Wayne Gets First Ink as RunBoston Skipper

2013-03-23T18:27:00.000-07:00

Ms. Springer wrote up a great article about run tours in Boston in today's Globe weekend edition. Check out our ink below…

"Weaving past Boylston Street shoppers, my tour guide Wayne Levy dispenses historical trivia. “Did you know that the Boston Public Library opened in the mid-1800s as the first free, public city library in the US?” he says. “Did you know that Trinity Church is considered one of the 10 most significant buildings in the US by the American Institute of Architects?” No, I didn’t. We turn left toward the Public Garden and Levy mentions how Back Bay’s cross streets from Arlington to Hereford feature the names of British earldoms. I didn’t know that either..." READ ARTICLE

Changing of the Guard

2013-01-13T16:09:00.000-08:00

It is with a happy heart and fond memories that Abby and I announce a major change in RunBoston. Wayne Levy, one of our long-time tour guides, is the new owner/operator of RunBoston. Wayne has been a part of our team since 2010.

Abby and I have decided that it was time to step aside and let Wayne take the reigns. We are expecting another little boy in April and the time seemed right to make this change.

We spoke with Wayne a few weeks ago, and he let us know what a dream this was for him to pick up where we have left off. I'm sure there will be many many positive changes coming to our RunBoston customers in 2013, and we look forward to helping out with RunBoston as our schedule permits.

In closing, I'd like to reiterate just how important RunBoston has been to us for the last 4 years. This company is a product of our love of running, Boston, and sharing our knowledge with new people. Thank you to everyone who shared it with us during that time.

Our best to everyone in 2013 and beyond.
Jared & Abby

Run the 2013 Boston Marathon for Spaulding Rehab

2012-11-09T05:25:00.000-08:00

Spaulding Rehab currently has 15 bib numbers open for the 2013 Boston Marathon.

The minimum amount to fundraise for the team is $5000, and Spaudling Rehab works with each individual runner to help reach their goal.

In addition to helping each runner fundraise, they provide a personal coach for the team, a personal physical therapist, and group runs throughout the winter.

Spaulding also holds a pasta lunch the day before the marathon, and on race day, a viewing party for friends and family at the Mandarin Oriental. After the race, there is a party for the runners (as well as massages and showers!), with friends and family welcome to join.

Applications are due this Friday, 11/9, but the application is short and straightforward. The application can be found here: http://www.spauldingrehab.org/giving/boston-marathon.aspx

Run the 5K2Play in Southie

2012-10-19T06:34:00.003-07:00

Lace up those running shoes for a good cause on November 3rd by running the 5K2Play in always-friendly South Boston (past and current home to more than one RunBoston guide).

The event will raise money for the revitalization of the Michael Joyce Memorial Playground at Marine Park in South Boston. Proposed improvements include: 
    •    Upgraded handicapped and special needs accessibility
    •    Colorful poured‐in‐play surface, benches, curbing, walk, and plantings
    •    New, fenced‐in play structure with equipment geared to 2-5 year olds
    •    Updated 5 to 12 year old play structure
    •    New benches and picnic tables added to existing picnic area
    •    Entrance area with Michael Joyce Memorial, benches, fencing, plantings

Details:
Date: November 3, 2012.
Location: DCR's Mother's Rest, South Boston
Cost: $35
Registration: 7:30 AM race day, or at the website below
5K Start: 9:00 AM
 Register online at https://www.fundraise.com/michaeljoyce

CNN Mention

2012-09-14T07:29:00.000-07:00

We were privileged enough to take the folks from CNN on a tour around the city when they were here in July doing a special on Boston. You can see the webisode here:

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Huff & Cuff 5K: Oct. 6, 2012

2012-09-14T05:13:00.003-07:00

Enjoy a cool fall 5k this October in Ayers, MA, by running the "Huff & Cuff 5K!"

Pertinent details:
Date: Saturday, October 6, 2012
Registration: 8:00 a.m.
Tot Trot: 9:30 a.m.
5K Walkers start: 10:15 a.m.
5K Runner start: 10:30 a.m.

Where:
2012-42 Patton Road
Ayer, MA 01432

Register online at: http://huffncuff5k.com/

Proceeds go to the Federal Bureau of Prisons Employees’ Club, whose mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of Correctional Workers and their families by hosting socially enriched events that promote friendship, a spirit of goodwill and fellowship among Bureau of Prison Employees. The Employees Club goal is to strengthen the alliance among Correctional Workers in an effort to help foster a sense of kinship and reinforce the primary relationship within the workplace with members of the local community.

Spartan Sprint is no Joke

2012-08-12T11:26:00.000-07:00

Abby and I (and our buddy Steve) enjoyed our first ever Spartan Sprint this morning. Let me tell you… next year we will train!

"Get Your Rear in Gear" at Southie's Castle Island

2012-08-09T05:16:00.003-07:00

Get your rear in gear by running the GYRIG 5k event on Saturday, October 13th (2012), at South Boston's beautiful Castle Island. Proceeds go to promote prevention and early detection of colon cancer and to provide support to those affected.

Pertinent details:
Date: Saturday, October 13, 2012
Registration: 8:30 a.m.
Kids' Fun Run: 9:30 a.m.
5K Timed Run: 10:00 a.m.
5K Walk: 10:05 a.m.
William Scott Gambee 1 Mile Memorial Walk: 11:15 a.m.

Location

Fort Independence/Castle Island
2080 Day Blvd.
Boston, MA 02127

Register online at: http://gyrig.com/events/list/2012/boston-ma-2012/

RunSalem on AmazonLocal

2012-07-07T18:13:00.000-07:00

Keep an eye out for our RunSalem group deal on Amazon Local this coming week!

Another Great Group Tour

2012-07-07T18:11:00.000-07:00

Sarah and Wayne led a packed tour this morning from the State House. Thanks for everyone who came out!

Join the RB Founders in the "July Generational Gap" Fitness Challenge!

2012-06-29T05:32:00.003-07:00

In the past, we've blogged about RB guide Ronak's company, Sweat for a Cause. The basic premise is that you sign up for a fitness challenge, and the money that you donate goes to whatever cause the challenge creator designated. You log into the site when you complete a portion of your task, enter what you did, and the site tracks your progress (and that of your competition). Whenever you make an update, you also get a chance to talk some smack to the other folks doing the challenge.

In this case, the RB founds have set up a four-week "July Generational Gap" challenge, with a $15 donation to Project Nanhi Kahli, which provides educational opportunities to underprivileged girls in India. The challenge involves running, pushups, and situps (you can do any or all three).

You can sign up here:
http://www.sweatforacause.com/challenge/35

We're suggesting that you do the challenge with your family members, and make it a friendly competition. (Abby and Jared are on a personal mission, since finding out that Abby's 56-year-old mother can do a 2-minute plank.) If your family isn't interested in doing the challenge with you, sign up anyway...and make it a mission to "beat Vicki," or whichever generation your vendetta is against.

Either way, the money goes to a great cause--and hey, it's a great way to get/stay in shape, and cheaper than a gym membership!

Hope to be whupping up on all of you in July:)

Wayne Has a Poster!

2012-05-08T15:58:00.000-07:00

If you get down to the Newbury Street Lululemon you will see our fabulous tour guide, Wayne, up on the wall. Here is a reproduction of that photo that appeared in the Pheonix.

Congrats to our Boston Marathon Runners

2012-05-08T05:51:00.000-07:00

Congrats to our tour guides Julie and Wayne for finishing strong in the 2012 Boston Marathon!

Sweat For a Cause

2012-03-16T09:26:00.001-07:00

Ronak, one of our first tour guides, just started a great website called Sweat For A Cause (SFAC).

SFAC is a platform that empowers you to raise money for your favorite nonprofits by engaging friends in social online fitness challenges. Give it a look!

RunBoston & Lululemon Part 2

2012-03-16T09:26:00.000-07:00

Wayne, one of our premier guides, is a local ambassador to the new Lululemon store that is going in on Newbury Street. They are having their grand opening next Friday. Check them out.

RunBoston Founder to Race-Direct Run Like a Mother

2012-01-07T18:00:00.000-08:00

That's right everyone, our very own Abby Perrine was chosen to be the Race Director for the inaugural Boston Run Like a Mother 5K race on Mother's Day. We will provide more information on our site as it becomes available, but ladies, don't make any plans on May 13th!

Busy & Beautiful Autumn

2011-11-30T06:01:00.000-08:00

Today we had another lovely article written by a Mr. Forman from the Salem News. You can read that one here:
http://www.salemnews.com/business/x910009913/Picking-up-the-pace

This Saturday we will be doing our Signature Group Tour in Boston- come join us (RSVP here: http://group.runboston.org).

The RunBoston & RunSalem team hopes everyone is enjoying this amazing running weather while it lasts! RunBoston co-founder, Jared Perrine, and his daughter Eden are enjoying another beautiful run at Seacoast Half Marathon from a few weeks back…

"Your Town" Mention for Salem Expasion

2011-11-18T09:13:00.000-08:00

Justin Rice wrote a nice piece in Boston.com's "Your Town." We threw in some Wicked Running Club love…

Read the article HERE.

First Salem News Mention

2011-11-16T17:52:00.000-08:00

At the end of the article… under the "New Businesses" section. It reads:

"RunBoston, a running tour company, has added RunSalem, a sister branch in Salem. RunSalem will offer personalized/private running tours and monthly group runs for locals and tourists. Tours are 5 kilometers and are led by a running guide past some of Salem's historic landmarks...." READ ARTICLE

Triathlete Magazine Mention for RB

2011-11-15T08:13:00.000-08:00

Ms. Bethany Leach Mavis from Triathlete Magazine wrote a nice piece on Guided Running Tours in the December 2011 issue. RunBoston is part of what she calls this "Running Trend" (pun intended).

RunBoston Founders to Run Hyannis Marathon

2011-11-09T17:42:00.000-08:00

In 2009 Abby and Jared ran their personal record at the Hyannis Half Marathon. It seems only fitting that Jared's first marathon be Hyannis in 2012. Wish the RunBoston husband/wife team some luck during their chilly training runs!