Debut event draws Mile Maniacs to Danish-centric California community
By David Monico, The Mile wire
SOLVANG, Calif. – (October 6, 2012) – Perfect race temperatures and a warm Danish community greeted the elite Men's Mile field toeing the line at The Solvang Mile on Saturday morning. At the...
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From an elite men's Mile field to first-time racers, there is something for everyone in this charming Danish-centric community
By Bring Back the Mile
SOLVANG, Calif. - In a village known for its Danish, fairy tale-esque charm, nestled in California wine country (think the movie Sideways and a...
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By John Zant, Santa Barbara Independent
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Bring Back the Mile is a national campaign to establish the Mile (as opposed to 1500 meters) as the preferred middle-distance running event. The four-minute Mile is still a gold standard among athletic achievements. Several men...
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By Willis Jacobson, The Santa Ynez Valley Journal
Registration is still open as the final details are being ironed out for the Solvang Mile, a fun run through the streets of Solvang that will take place Saturday, Oct. 6.
The race, which organizers are hoping becomes an annual event, will...
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October 6 road race features age group heats leading to the Elite Men’s Mile and the sub-4 minute Mile quest
SOLVANG, Calif. – (September 25, 2012) – On Saturday, October 6, the streets of Solvang, California are going to be packed with athletes of all ages and abilities chasing their fastest...
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