It's October, and we're still crazy enough to be running!

Fear not everyone, the beer runners are still going, in fact we're just getting started for the fun season.  October promises to be a great month, 5 Wednesdays, 5 different great bars and a Halloween run that promises to make it a holiday to remember.  Check out the courses, get your warmer running gear out, and most importantly, bring your friends along.

Don't Be Afraid of A Little Rain

It's alright, in fact it's the best weather to run in, though at this point the forecasts seem to think that if the rain comes it will be clearing out by 7 anyways.  So if you're done with dragon boats or your marathon (congrats to all that finished this past weekend), now's a great time to enjoy the lighter side with a beer run.

If for some reason the weather does not cooperate, we can easily change the destination bar to something closer and more manageable, but what would be the fun in that?

Changes Are Happening- Pay Attention!

Ok people, listen up, we've got a lot going on, and with big natural changes we've got to keep up.  Since it's getting dark much earlier now, on top of moving the runs up to 7PM we have to change the meeting spot to somewhere with light.  Luckily, the Tam Tams statue has lights and is close to the gazebo, so that is an easy one.

Secondly, due to some members having an event tomorrow evening, we swapped the destination of the run to Brasserie Cherrier from Typhoon to keep everyone closer to downtown.  We will still get to Typhoon the week after before the weather starts to really get the best of us.

So, to recap:
1. Meeting time is now 7PM at Tam Tams Statue
2. This week is Brasserie Cherrier, map is on the right hand side.

Rain or shine, we'll still be going!

Beer Running- The Scientific Side

So as word of the running club has been infiltrating conversation around Montreal, many people have speculated and questioned the validity of drinking beer after a run.  Some turn up their nose at the idea of being at a bar post-exercise and sweaty, some think that you are doing more harm than good for yourself.

Well, since there is no run update to give this week I instead offer a science update.  Below are two articles pertaining to the science of beer running, the first being an example directly from Dr. Manuel J Castillo-Garzon, MD, whose research inspired the original Fishtown Beer Runners club in Philadelphia.  The second is another research study summary written about from the New York Times Health & Science section.  While its science appears solid, I cannot help but question the amount of fun non-alcoholic beer offers compared to the real thing.

http://www.beerandhealth.eu/php/speakers.php?doc_id=11 

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/08/24/nonalcoholic-beer-aids-marathon-recovery/?ref=health

September Runs Are Up- Other Announcements

Hello Fellow Runners:

We have some big changes going on with the club, and I'm not just talking about the weather outside.

1. Following the Lance Armstrong run where there was definitely some new interest among those who did not know us before, we decided there's no better time for a run to Benelux in a "Choose Your Own Adventure" run, where everyone can choose their own distance to go, seeing as the destination is so close.

2. September 12- There is a significant event that many of the club will attend that is in no way related to Beer Running sadly, so I have not chosen a location, though anyone who still wants to take up the standard and find something is more than welcome.

3. Runs are now officially moved up to 7PM starting this month as the sunlight is fading away quickly on us.  This is however in now way a sign that the club will be closing shop any time soon, we aim to run until the threat of our beer being frozen waiting for us as the bar is a distinct possibility.

4.  If you haven't yet, make sure to join the facebook page for more info, announcements, and silliness related to beer and running.

RUNNING WITH LANCE ARMSTRONG TONIGHT!!! MOVED UP TO 6PM

Wow, so the local twitterverse here in Montreal has exploded because the amazing (regardless of his recent headlines) Lance Armstrong will be hosting a special run tonight starting at 6PM at the Tam Tams statue for a 7.5km run through the park.

We will do as much as we each can do individually, then regroup at the finish and walk over to St. Sulpice after for celebratory drinks. If we can convince Lance to join us, that'll be icing on the cake.

Article Here: http://blogs.montrealgazette.com/2012/08/28/run-with-lance-armstrong-tomorrow-aug-29-on-mount-royal/

Run Map Here: http://www.runningmap.com/?id=219916

We're Moving The Starting Point!!!! IMPORTANT NOTICE

Ok, so since we've been having some trouble with people locating the club, using the McGill gym as a reference point has to go.  So, we've moved up the street just a bit, but it'll be a new point that sticks out much more and will not be crowded or confusing.

From now on, runs will start at the Gazebo on Parc Jeanne-Mance, just down the hill (south) of the Tam Tams monument outside the entrance to the mountain from Avenue Parc.  Runs will still start at 7:30 for now, but may switch to 7 soon to take more advantage of the dwindling daylight.

Hope this is easier for everyone and we're still proud to say that we keep growing every week and will not stop until everyone knows who we are!

Last weeks of summer, make it count!

The summer days seem to quickly be fading on us here, but we intend to make the most of it.  Tonight's run is to a great location more off the beaten path than a lot of the bars so far, but definitely a great one to check out.  The beer list tonight is 33 beers long, the terrace is still open, and there's no better place to be.  http://www.vicesetversa.com/.

Side note: We are considering changing the starting location.  If anyone has had trouble locating us please don't be shy and we can explore other start points.

Rain or Shine, We Run!

Hello Everyone,

Don't let the weather outside get you down or make you worry, we still run, even if the rain will try to melt us or even worse dilute our beers.  Luckily, Brutopia has plenty of room inside and out, so all you really need to worry about is getting to the bar.

See everyone near the corner of Parc and Des Pins, don't look for us at the entrance of the gym, we meet more down by the windows of the weight room (for those of you that know what the McGill gym's interior is like)

Greg

We're now on facebook.......fancy!!!

Well the group just keeps on growing, but the word still needs to get out there.  So, the official Montreal Beer Runners facebook group has been made, and it's the place to go to get to know your fellow runners, upload pics and videos, and start random discussions on whatever truly suits your fancy.

You can find it by looking up Montreal Beer Runners or clicking the link http://www.facebook.com/groups/392120524189223/.

Have fun and looking forward to seeing everyone tonight.