Blue Jean Mile | ASICS x Fleet Feet Montclair
Sunday, May 19, 2024
Past event
5:00 PM EDT
Glen Ridge, New Jersey
$11.60–$16.90 · 2 races
1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a unique and exciting experience at the Blue Jean Mile on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at Hurrell Field Track in Glen Ridge, Essex! This family-friendly event invites participants of all ages and paces to don their favorite blue jeans and join in the fun. Whether you're sprinting for glory or just enjoying a leisurely jog with friends, the Blue Jean Mile promises to be a memorable day filled with laughter and community spirit.
Inspired by professional middle-distance runner Johnny Gregorek, who set out to break the world record for the fastest mile in jeans, this event not only challenges your athletic prowess but also raises awareness and funds for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). With 100% of proceeds going to this worthy cause, you’ll be making a positive impact while having a blast. Don't miss the post-run celebration with delicious tacos courtesy of ASICS! Join us and be part of this extraordinary event that combines fun, fitness, and philanthropy in one fantastic evening!
Inspired by professional middle-distance runner Johnny Gregorek, who set out to break the world record for the fastest mile in jeans, this event not only challenges your athletic prowess but also raises awareness and funds for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). With 100% of proceeds going to this worthy cause, you’ll be making a positive impact while having a blast. Don't miss the post-run celebration with delicious tacos courtesy of ASICS! Join us and be part of this extraordinary event that combines fun, fitness, and philanthropy in one fantastic evening!
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Blue Jean Mile Adult Registration
Incl. $1.90 Fee &
Entries closed5:00 PM EDT
$16.90
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Blue Jean Mile Kids Registration
Incl. $1.60 Fee &
Entries closed5:00 PM EDT
$11.60
Organiser's description
Whether youre running late for your flight or being led on a high-speed chase by your toddler, running in blue jeans happens sometimes. Its usually not fun, and its definitely not on purpose. But by adjusting your expectations and surrounding yourself with your best running buddies, you can actually have a blast running the Blue Jean Mile. Plus, youre raising awareness (and funds) for a great cause.
FLEET FEET MONTCLAIR X ASICS BLUE JEAN MILE
THIS IS A FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT! ALL PEOPLE AND PACES ARE WELCOMED!
WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 5PM
WHERE: Hurrell Field Track, GlenRidge
BENEFICIARY: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI),100% of the proceeds will be donated to NAMI.
Stay for the post-run hangout and tacos, courtesy of ASICS!
THE HISTORY OF THE BLUE JEAN MILE:
The Blue Jean Mile is the brainchild of professional middle-distance runner, Johnny Gregorek. In May 2020, when all races and competitions were put on pause, Gregorek was itching for a meaningful challenge. Gregorek wanted to push himself physically while also honoring and celebrating the life of his late brother, Patrick. So Gregorek, with Patricks memory on his mind, decided to try and break the record for the fastest mile run in a pair of blue jeans.
To Gregorek, running a mile in blue jeans seemed like the perfect way to blend Patricks sense of humor with Gregoreks own life and livelihood. He teamed up with NAMI-NYC to raise money and awareness for mental health, all while chasing down the blue jean mile record, which at the time was a jaw-dropping 4:11.
Armed with a pair of custom, denim-accented ASICS spikes inscribed with Patricks name and, of course, his Levis 501 jeans, Gregorek ran a blazing 4:06 mile and broke the world record. More importantly, he raised over $14,000 in the process
FLEET FEET MONTCLAIR X ASICS BLUE JEAN MILE
THIS IS A FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT! ALL PEOPLE AND PACES ARE WELCOMED!
WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 5PM
WHERE: Hurrell Field Track, GlenRidge
BENEFICIARY: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI),100% of the proceeds will be donated to NAMI.
Stay for the post-run hangout and tacos, courtesy of ASICS!
THE HISTORY OF THE BLUE JEAN MILE:
The Blue Jean Mile is the brainchild of professional middle-distance runner, Johnny Gregorek. In May 2020, when all races and competitions were put on pause, Gregorek was itching for a meaningful challenge. Gregorek wanted to push himself physically while also honoring and celebrating the life of his late brother, Patrick. So Gregorek, with Patricks memory on his mind, decided to try and break the record for the fastest mile run in a pair of blue jeans.
To Gregorek, running a mile in blue jeans seemed like the perfect way to blend Patricks sense of humor with Gregoreks own life and livelihood. He teamed up with NAMI-NYC to raise money and awareness for mental health, all while chasing down the blue jean mile record, which at the time was a jaw-dropping 4:11.
Armed with a pair of custom, denim-accented ASICS spikes inscribed with Patricks name and, of course, his Levis 501 jeans, Gregorek ran a blazing 4:06 mile and broke the world record. More importantly, he raised over $14,000 in the process
Location
540 Belleville Ave, Glen Ridge, 07028, NJ, United States
Blue Jean Mile | ASICS x Fleet Feet Montclair
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