Press Release - Memorial Day Marathon - 4/26/16

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

              Memorial Day Races @MASSGathering Announces Race 
                      Registration is Filling Up Fast!
 
The Memorial Day Races @MASSGathering has seen an uptick in registration as 
the weather warms and May draws near.  The Trail-Road Challenge in 
particular, which includes the Butternut 10K Trail Race on Saturday, has 
seen a registration increase over 28% from this time last year. The Sicko, 
new in 2016 and now sponsored by Great Barrington Cross Fit, has also seen 
a bump in registration in the last week.
 
"We are so excited about the change in venue for this year's races.  
Runners who take on the Trail Race and The Sicko will be treated to some of 
the most fantastic views in the Berkshires, and some of the toughest climbs 
on the mountain.  In fact, all of the races this year will be a great 
combination of challenge and reward.  We can't wait!" MASSGathering 
Founder, Matt Linick.
 
Races Include:

Marathon & Half Marathon
MDR 5K/10K
Greylock Federal Credit Kids' Run
Butternut 10K Trail Race & Trail-Road Challenge
The Sicko & The Sicko Challenge presented by CrossFit Great Barrington
 
Race Registration includes SAME DAY admission to the MASSGathering music 
festival being held at the base of Butternut Mountain.  Headliners include 
Matisyahu, Gin Blossoms, Deer Tick as well as seven other bands playing 
throughout the weekend.  Food vendors, local beer and wine, and lots more!  
 
The Memorial Day Races @MASSGathering will be held on May 28-29 @Ski 
Butternut in Great Barrington, MA.
Registration for the races at www.massgathering.com/races is ongoing until 
May 26th.  Race weekend registration will depend on availability


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