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Boilermaker Wheelchair race veteran continues to set example
UTICA, N.Y. (WFXV/WUTR) - Over dozens of supporters packed the Five Points Irish Cultural Center in Downtown Utica for the 49th Boilermaker sponsor and wheelchair reception. Among them was Utica resident and wheelchair racing veteran Hermin Garic. "I love the competition. I love…
Race-day traditions fuel Boilermaker runners
UTICA — Thousands of Boilermaker runners won't be tackling the course alone this year. Along nearly every mile, bands, DJs, cheer squads and community groups will line the streets to encourage participants during the 49th annual race.
Boilermaker Road Race Security Rules and Road Closures
Runners and spectators attending Boilermaker Weekend events are being asked to follow safety and security guidelines, as well as be aware of road closures.
How best to beat the heat on Boilermaker Sunday
UTICA — The No. 1 health tip for people planning to either run in or just attend the Boilermaker Road Race on Sunday is to start hydrating as soon as possible, according to Boilermaker Medical Command. It will be too…
Training for a triathlon
Everyone decides to run the Boilermaker for different reasons. For Inesha Briggs, it’s step two in her long-term goal of competing in a triathlon. “I started out last year as a cyclist, wanting to get into hobby cycling,” Briggs said. “I did the Ride for Missing Children…