ePodismo online | U.S. edition | Issue 13 | June 2015
Located in the Province of Chieti, in the Abruzzo region, Lama dei Peligni is part of the Majella National Park (Parco Nazionale della Majella). The park contains about 500 kilometres of hiking trails through the mountains, cave paintings in Grotta Sant'Angelo and Grotta del Cavallone (the latter being one of the deepest caves in Europe open to the public). When in Lama dei Peligni run along the mountain road connecting this town with Palena. The road is characterized by rocks bordering the whole lenght of the course.
SALMING DISTANCE - Salming is a brand that is new to the United States of America, by way of Gothenburg, Sweden. The Distance is a shoe intended for mileage, though it tips the scale in the performance end of the spectrum. The upper is a two layer construction, wide open mesh with a gauze-like outer layer. Welded overlays at the toe and lace throat, a traditional heel counter, and sueded overlays at the ankle collar rounding out the package. The midsole is injection molded EVA with a responsively firm feel and protective cushioning, not unique but effective. The outersole is thin carbon rubber in the heel, blown rubber in the forefoot, segmented for flexibility, and opened in the lower wear portions for weight savings. The end product is a light shoe that works well for faster running, some of your racing - especially in the middle ranges, and daily training for the peppier paces.
Testers: "Very nice fit, roomy up front but not enough to be baggy. Cushioned but not mushy, responsive in a subtle way. Does the job without getting in the way."
Sizes: Men 7.5-14; Women 5.5-10.5
Weight: 9.4 oz. (men's size 11); 7.6 oz. (women's size 8)
Shape: semicurved
Construction: Strobel slip-lasted
Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics
 | JUNE 7 - For those enamoured with the F1 Grand Prix, the Marcia di Formula al 1 offers the occasion to run and walk on the same race track that each year hosts the motor racing battle that often sees the Ferrari team conquer the victory. The running event in the Autodromo Nazionale di Monza, near Milano, features four different distances - 14k, 9k, 5.8k and 2.4k - on the race tracks and in the woodland settings of the Royal Villa of Monza park. www.marciaformula1.liltmilano.org |
 | JUNE 13 - Do you want to put yourself in the shoes of a blind runner? The Corsa-camminata bendata is an experimental event where you run blindfolded, for a change, with a partner that guides you with a short rope so you can appreciate running with all the senses but one. The event is a 2k, and it is all within the safety of the Conca Fallata park in Milano. Bring your own scarf. www.parcoconcafallata.it |
 | JUNE 20 - For runners, it does not get more Florence than this. Discover the magic atmosphere of Firenze historical center and its monuments. The Notturna di San Giovanni is one of the most ancient street races in Italy, organized during the celebrations for the patron saint of Florence. Traditionally the race takes place at night with start and arrival in piazza San Giovanni in front of the Cathedral. The very large public of Florentines and tourists creates a unique frame together with the beauty of Florence itself. www.firenzemarathon.it |
 | JUNE 27 - Runners participating in the Brixen Dolomiten Marathon will be impressed both by the fascinating historic city of Bressanone and by the adventure on the mountain in the hearth of the Dolomites, a Unesco World Natural Heritage site. This uphill and mostly offroad marathon starts from the central square of Bressanone (Brixen in German), 560 meters of altitude, and finishes near the snow-capped Italian Alpine Club shelter of Plose, 2450 meters high up in the mountains. All finishers will receive a T-shirt and a medal. www.brixenmarathon.it |
 | JUNE 28 - Starting from Tarvisio, near Udine, the Berg Lauf Tarvisio is an international 11k uphill mountain race ending up near the Monte Lussari sanctuary. Since the XVI Century this place has been the destination of pilgrimages of Slavics, Italians and Germans; today is also paired with a hostel featuring eleven graceful rooms to experience the naturalistic beauty of this pristine environment. Once the race is over, participants can return back via cablecar. www.ustositarvisio.it |
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