Rodney Hulstein

Winning Time: 15:50 (Course Record)

 

 

Stefanie Ryall

Winning Time: 19:56

 The 2008 Crystal Beach 5K is in the books.  We had our best turnout in this our 4th year of hosting the race in Crystal Beach.  It was a bright and sunny day, temperature at the time of the start was 68 degrees, no wind, excellent day for a PR.  Our male winner was Rodney Hulstein with a course record time of 15:50.  While our female winner was 11 year old Stephanie Ryall running a sensational 19:56.  Congratulations to both runners and we hope to see you both next year to defend your titles!

For a look at this years race results

Click on:  www.buffalorunners.com

You must then go to Results.  Then click on Crystal Beach 5K.

Thank You to the following businesses, organizations and individuals for helping to sponsor the 2008 race.

  • Peace Bridge Authority
  • Flexcare Inc.
  • Prudential Town Centre Realty Ltd.
  • Niagara Roofing
  • Hagen & McDowell Barristers
  • Meridian Credit Union
  • South Coast Cookhouse 
  • Sneakers  Sports Bar & Grill 
  • Fort Erie Golf Club 
  •  Fort Erie Community Credit Union
  •  Wal Mart
  • Crystal Wines
  •  Ridgeway Furniture
  •  Univera
  •  Sobey's
  •  Fyke Trading & Logistics
  • Palmwood Restaurant
  • Crystal Chandelier Restaurant
  • Crystal Beach Improvement Assn.
  •  The Pines Restaurant
  • Crystal Beach Public School
  • Chakra Spa    
  •  All About Pooch
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield 
  •  Panibianco Family
  • Bertie Printers 
  • Crystal Beach Candy Co.  
  • Crystal Beach Motel  
  • 3 M Company     

And last but surely not least a thank you to the following for providing services that helped make the 2008 race a success.

  • Town of Fort Erie  

The following is from the December 2006 Lancaster Striders Newsletter. 

A Certain Strider's Opinion by Gene "Flash" Baran

We enter races and ask for a resonable fee, a worthy cause, a well run course, fair weather, safety by all means (as Bridget found out), maybe a PR and a thumbs up or down award-a great party. Most of this could not be accomplished were it not for the race director.  They may be invisible to almost all the runners, which could be both good and/or bad.  There are some enlightened individuals who with their personality are: 1.) flexible,  2.) approachable,  3.) pleasant,  and most importantly, 4.) are able to solve impromptu problems with the aplomb of a diplomat. Here, in no ranking whatsoever are five race directors who have stood out over the years. 

Lindsay's Legacy  -  November

Mississippi Mudds - August

Friends of Crystal Beach 5K - October

Bunny Hop - April

Reindeer Run - December 

For anyone planning on making a weekend or an overnighter of the event we recommend the following accomodation for your stay as there is plenty to do in our area from visiting Niagara Falls (which is only 20 minutes away), enjoying an evening out in one of our fine eateries along the lake, stroll the shore on a beautiful fall day or evening, and for those who enjoy the night lights and excitement of the casinos we have 4 within 10 to 20 minutes of Crystal Beach.  After the 5K run we are only a stroll away: www.crystalbeachmotel.com
<http://www.crystalbeachmotel.com/>

with a SPECIAL RATE of $55.00 a night for our runners, just give me a call at
905-894-1750 (Joyce).

 

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2006 Crystal Beach 5K Run/Walk

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And they are off!

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Phhhhhhhhhewie, why didn't someone tell me how far 5K is?

October 7, 2006

The overall winners of the 2006 Crystal Beach 5k were:

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Male:  John McMahon  -  16:20.67

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Female:  -  Joelle Mann  -  19:39.33

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Our race drew competitors from 8 to 72 years of age.  We were happy to have back with us this year Edna and Kayla who exemplify the spirit of athletics.

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The post race party at the Palmwood. A great day for a race and an equally great day for a party on the lake.

October 8, 2005

     2005 was our first year of sponsoring this event.  103 runners/walkers crossed the finish line on what turned out to be a chilly fall day.  The race began on Ridge Rd. across from the entrance to the Crystal Beach Yacht and Tennis Club and wound its way along Erie Rd. toward the Buffalo Canoe Club to a turn around point.  Runners then continued back along the same course to the finish line which was at the same point as the start of the race.  Runners let it be known, this is a beautiful flat, fast, out and back, certified course.  If you are looking for a personal record in the 5K this is the course for you.  Last year's honorary race starter was Perry Longboat a descendent of one of Canada's most legendary distance runners; Tom Longboat.

The overall winners of the 2005 Crystal Beach 5K Run were:

              Men:  Hermann Pohl - 18:30        

      Women:  Joanne York  - 19:20

For the complete results of the 2005 race go to: 

www.buffalorunners.com/results/2005/crystal05.htm

 

 

Volunteers from the Crystal Beach Elementary School man our waterstop along with their Principal Tom Reynolds.

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After race party at the Palmwood Restaurant