Boston Blowout- Spring Fling 3/23/25
- Date Sun 23rd March 2025
- Time 8:15AM EST
- Location Stratford, Connecticut
- Price $20.82 - $28.29
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10 Mile, 5 Mile
Last chance to enter
Race day is fast approaching
Just added
Secure your place early
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running at the Boston Blowout - Spring Fling on Sunday, March 23, 2025! This fun-filled event will take place in the charming hamlet of Lordship in Stratford, Greater Bridgeport. Participants can choose from three distance options: a scenic 5.1-mile loop, or double that for a 10.2-mile challenge, or even tackle 15.3 miles for those looking to push their limits. This flat and picturesque course runs along the water, making it an ideal setting for runners of all levels to enjoy a great day outdoors.
After crossing the finish line, join us for a delicious brunch at the nearby Little Pub, starting at 10 AM. With plenty of room for up to 125 participants, be sure to spread the word and bring your friends along! Whether you're training for a marathon or simply looking to enjoy a low-key racing experience, the Boston Blowout promises to be a memorable event with a community spirit. Mark your calendars and prepare for a fantastic day of fitness, fun, and fantastic food!
After crossing the finish line, join us for a delicious brunch at the nearby Little Pub, starting at 10 AM. With plenty of room for up to 125 participants, be sure to spread the word and bring your friends along! Whether you're training for a marathon or simply looking to enjoy a low-key racing experience, the Boston Blowout promises to be a memorable event with a community spirit. Mark your calendars and prepare for a fantastic day of fitness, fun, and fantastic food!
Organiser's Description
_ THE BLOWOUT IS BACK IN LORDSHIP! SUNDAY MARCH 23. _
_STAY FOR BRUNCH AT THE LITTLE PUB RESTAURANT _
NOTE- ONCE WE HAVE REACHED OUR 50 MINIMUM WE CAN PROCEED FULL SPEED AHEAD FOR THE BLOWOUT
WEVE GOT ROOM/PERMITTED FOR UP TO 125 SO TELL YOUR FRIENDS, SPREAD THE WORD, POST IT ON SOCIAL MEDIA. WE WILL BE READY TO GO FOR THIS UNIQUE, FIVE+ MILE LOOP IN THE SCENIC, QUIET AND PRETTY DARN FLAT, HAMLET OF LORDSHIP.
OUR PARTNER LITTLE PUB HAS A TERRIFIC BRUNCH STARTING AT 10AM. BRING A CHANGE OF CLOTHES AND JOIN US. YOULL CERTAINLY WORK UP AN APPETITE FROM YOUR RUN!
IF YOU PLAN TO ENJOY BRUNCH- HEAD RIGHT IN FROM 10-3. THE LP DOES NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS.
THE COURSE - OK THE LOOP IS ACTUALLY 5.1 MILES. NO MATTER HOW WE TRIED TO TWEAK IT WE COULDNT GET THE EXACT 5 MILES WITH THE ROADS WE USE- BUT IT IS FLAT AND SCENIC SO THAT EXTRA BIT SHOULD BE OK.
THE GOOD NEWS- WE WILL NOT CHARGE EXTRA FOR THE ADDED DISTANCE OF 528FT. YOURE WELCOME.
WE ARE RUNNING THROUGH THE WONDERFULLY SCENIC SECTION OF STRATFORD, ALONG THE WATER. ITS A PRETTY DARN QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD AND REALLY FLAT. WE START AND FINISH IN THE LOT AREA ACROSS FROM THE LITTLE PUB AT 10 WASHINGTON PKWY.
IT IS A GREAT PLACE TO DO A LONG RUN ON YOUR OWN OR WITH SOME FRIENDS.
RUN/WALK 5.1, 10.2, OR 15.3 MILES ON OUR 5.1 MILE LOOP COURSE*. THERE WILL BE AT LEAST ONE OR TWO WATER TABLES ON THE COURSE AND PLENTY AT THE START/FINISH.
BUT ITS ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA TO CARRY YOUR OWN WATER OR PLANT SOME AHEAD OF TIME.
_FOR THOSE THAT ARE REALLY INTO MARATHON TRAINING DISTANCE- YOU CAN EASILY ADD ON MILES BEFORE OR AFTER!_
THE ONLY EVENT OF ITS KIND IN CT - TAKE YOUR PICK OF DISTANCE
THE FINISH LINE WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 11:00AM (THAT'S AROUND A 12+ MIN. PACE IF YOU START THE 15* MILER AT 8:15AM).
IF YOU PLAN TO RUN A BIT SLOWER PLEASE EMAIL OUR DIRECTOR TO START EARLIER. IF YOU ARE STARTING EARLY YOU MUST CONNECT WITH OUR TIMER JIM BEFORE YOU START! [email protected]
THE COURSE IS WELL MARKED WITH SIGNAGE, CONES AND FLOUR ARROWS ON THE STREETS. COURSE MAPS WILL BE AVAILABLE AND THE LINK WILL BE HERE SOON.
(_YOU CAN EVEN CHANGE TO A SHORTER DISTANCE WHILE YOURE IN IT!_)
WE HAVE DESIGNED A GREAT 5.1 MILE LOOP COURSE THAT YOU CAN RUN ONCE, TWICE OR THREE TIMES. WITH OUR SAFE, FLAT LOOP YOULL BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN A CONSISTENT PACE OF YOUR CHOICE. WE OFFER YOU A LOW-KEY EVENT TO KEEP COSTS DOWN, BUT STILL HAVE A QUALITY RUN AND ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE.
WE ALWAYS HEAR THERE ARE NO 5 MILERS IN CT ANYMORE! NOW THERE IS ONE TO TRY. (AND NO 5.1 MILERS EITHER)
IT WILL BE WELL MARKED ON QUIET ROADS. THERE IS A WARM RESTAURANT TO COME BACK TO IF YOU DECIDE TO 'BRUNCH' WITH US OR EVEN JUST ENJOY A POST RUN BEVERAGE OF YOUR CHOICE.
IF YOU FEEL GREAT & DECIDE TO EXTEND YOUR RUN FOR ANOTHER LOOP- GO FOR IT!
IT IS TRUE THERE ARENT MANY 10* MILERS EITHER. AND CERTAINLY NO OTHER 15* MILERS!
THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO TRY THE DISTANCE WITHOUT ANY PRESSURE. ITS A GREAT TRAINING RUN FOR A FUTURE HALF MARATHON, MARATHON, OR JUST TO SHOW YOURSELF IT IS POSSIBLE. ITS ALSO A CHANCE TO RUN A PR IF YOURE READY.
OUR 5* MILE LOOP COURSE - HTTP://WWW.GMAP-PEDOMETER.COM/?R=7748335 [http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7748335]
(*It is actually closer to 5.1mi - Thanks for your understanding)
TIMING- _JIM GERWECK!_ WILL USE CHIP TIMING SO YOU WILL GET A 'NET TIME' SINCE THERE IS A COMMON START/FINISH LINE. AND IF YOU REALLY NEED TO START LATER THAN THE 8:15AM OFFICIAL START, JIM CAN ACCOMMODATE YOU. (REMEMBER- ALWAYS WRITE YOUR NAME AND TIME YOU WANTED TO RUN ON A $20 BILL AND JIM CAN HELP YOU GET YOUR BEST TIME)
AND WE URGE YOU TO ALSO PLEASE KEEP YOUR OWN TIME AS A BACKUP. WE WANT TO MAKE SURE EVERY POSSIBLE SAFEGUARD IS IN PLACE. THANKS!
SWAG- WE WILL HAVE SOMETHING FOR YOU - A SHIRT, HAT, SOCKS...DEPENDING ON THE TARRIFFS AND WHETHER MUSK HAS FIRED EITHER JIM OR MARTY. PUT IN YOUR SHIRT SIZE JUST IN CASE... SOCKS AND HATS ARE UNI-SIZED.
EVENT DAY SCHEDULE 3/23/25
5:30AM WAKE UP, CAREFULLY ROLL OUT OF BED & TURN ON THE COFFEE
6:00AM GET SEMI-DRESSED, TRY NOT TO PULL A MUSCLE
7:00AM START DRIVING IF YOU'RE WITHIN 30 MILES. IF ANY FARTHER YOU'RE LATE
7:30AM BIB DISTRIBUTION STARTS- BRING YOUR OWN PINS B/C YOU PROBABLY HAVE A LOT FROM THE OTHER RACES!
8:00AM LAST CALL FOR THE PORTO-POT ?
8:15AM START OF THE 5/10/15* MILER (OR MORE ON YOUR OWN IF YOU WANT)
SNACKS, FLUIDS, SURPRISES WHEN YOU ARE DONE.
10:00AM BRUNCH STARTS AT THE LITTLE PUB- IT'S GOOD EATIN' AND A GREAT VIEW!
WE WILL HAVE SOME SORT OF SWAG AND EVEN SOME AWARDS. WE ARE NOT QUITE SURE WHAT THEY WILL BE, YET.
_IF YOU CAN'T STAY FOR BRUNCH AT LEAST PLAN TO STOP IN LITTLE PUB FOR SOME WELL NEEDED HYDRATION!_ IT'S MARCH MADNESS! THE GAMES ARE ON!
VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME - IF YOU HAVE FRIENDS OR FAMILY THAT COULD HELP US WITH FOOD, FLUIDS, WATER TABLES, COURSE MARSHAL, ETC. PLEASE EMAIL MARTY- [email protected]
THANKS AGAIN! _MARTY SCHAIVONE _- RACE DIRECTOR
_ JIM GERWECK_ - TIMING DIRECTOR
_STAY FOR BRUNCH AT THE LITTLE PUB RESTAURANT _
NOTE- ONCE WE HAVE REACHED OUR 50 MINIMUM WE CAN PROCEED FULL SPEED AHEAD FOR THE BLOWOUT
WEVE GOT ROOM/PERMITTED FOR UP TO 125 SO TELL YOUR FRIENDS, SPREAD THE WORD, POST IT ON SOCIAL MEDIA. WE WILL BE READY TO GO FOR THIS UNIQUE, FIVE+ MILE LOOP IN THE SCENIC, QUIET AND PRETTY DARN FLAT, HAMLET OF LORDSHIP.
OUR PARTNER LITTLE PUB HAS A TERRIFIC BRUNCH STARTING AT 10AM. BRING A CHANGE OF CLOTHES AND JOIN US. YOULL CERTAINLY WORK UP AN APPETITE FROM YOUR RUN!
IF YOU PLAN TO ENJOY BRUNCH- HEAD RIGHT IN FROM 10-3. THE LP DOES NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS.
THE COURSE - OK THE LOOP IS ACTUALLY 5.1 MILES. NO MATTER HOW WE TRIED TO TWEAK IT WE COULDNT GET THE EXACT 5 MILES WITH THE ROADS WE USE- BUT IT IS FLAT AND SCENIC SO THAT EXTRA BIT SHOULD BE OK.
THE GOOD NEWS- WE WILL NOT CHARGE EXTRA FOR THE ADDED DISTANCE OF 528FT. YOURE WELCOME.
WE ARE RUNNING THROUGH THE WONDERFULLY SCENIC SECTION OF STRATFORD, ALONG THE WATER. ITS A PRETTY DARN QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD AND REALLY FLAT. WE START AND FINISH IN THE LOT AREA ACROSS FROM THE LITTLE PUB AT 10 WASHINGTON PKWY.
IT IS A GREAT PLACE TO DO A LONG RUN ON YOUR OWN OR WITH SOME FRIENDS.
RUN/WALK 5.1, 10.2, OR 15.3 MILES ON OUR 5.1 MILE LOOP COURSE*. THERE WILL BE AT LEAST ONE OR TWO WATER TABLES ON THE COURSE AND PLENTY AT THE START/FINISH.
BUT ITS ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA TO CARRY YOUR OWN WATER OR PLANT SOME AHEAD OF TIME.
_FOR THOSE THAT ARE REALLY INTO MARATHON TRAINING DISTANCE- YOU CAN EASILY ADD ON MILES BEFORE OR AFTER!_
THE ONLY EVENT OF ITS KIND IN CT - TAKE YOUR PICK OF DISTANCE
THE FINISH LINE WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 11:00AM (THAT'S AROUND A 12+ MIN. PACE IF YOU START THE 15* MILER AT 8:15AM).
IF YOU PLAN TO RUN A BIT SLOWER PLEASE EMAIL OUR DIRECTOR TO START EARLIER. IF YOU ARE STARTING EARLY YOU MUST CONNECT WITH OUR TIMER JIM BEFORE YOU START! [email protected]
THE COURSE IS WELL MARKED WITH SIGNAGE, CONES AND FLOUR ARROWS ON THE STREETS. COURSE MAPS WILL BE AVAILABLE AND THE LINK WILL BE HERE SOON.
(_YOU CAN EVEN CHANGE TO A SHORTER DISTANCE WHILE YOURE IN IT!_)
WE HAVE DESIGNED A GREAT 5.1 MILE LOOP COURSE THAT YOU CAN RUN ONCE, TWICE OR THREE TIMES. WITH OUR SAFE, FLAT LOOP YOULL BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN A CONSISTENT PACE OF YOUR CHOICE. WE OFFER YOU A LOW-KEY EVENT TO KEEP COSTS DOWN, BUT STILL HAVE A QUALITY RUN AND ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE.
WE ALWAYS HEAR THERE ARE NO 5 MILERS IN CT ANYMORE! NOW THERE IS ONE TO TRY. (AND NO 5.1 MILERS EITHER)
IT WILL BE WELL MARKED ON QUIET ROADS. THERE IS A WARM RESTAURANT TO COME BACK TO IF YOU DECIDE TO 'BRUNCH' WITH US OR EVEN JUST ENJOY A POST RUN BEVERAGE OF YOUR CHOICE.
IF YOU FEEL GREAT & DECIDE TO EXTEND YOUR RUN FOR ANOTHER LOOP- GO FOR IT!
IT IS TRUE THERE ARENT MANY 10* MILERS EITHER. AND CERTAINLY NO OTHER 15* MILERS!
THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO TRY THE DISTANCE WITHOUT ANY PRESSURE. ITS A GREAT TRAINING RUN FOR A FUTURE HALF MARATHON, MARATHON, OR JUST TO SHOW YOURSELF IT IS POSSIBLE. ITS ALSO A CHANCE TO RUN A PR IF YOURE READY.
OUR 5* MILE LOOP COURSE - HTTP://WWW.GMAP-PEDOMETER.COM/?R=7748335 [http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7748335]
(*It is actually closer to 5.1mi - Thanks for your understanding)
TIMING- _JIM GERWECK!_ WILL USE CHIP TIMING SO YOU WILL GET A 'NET TIME' SINCE THERE IS A COMMON START/FINISH LINE. AND IF YOU REALLY NEED TO START LATER THAN THE 8:15AM OFFICIAL START, JIM CAN ACCOMMODATE YOU. (REMEMBER- ALWAYS WRITE YOUR NAME AND TIME YOU WANTED TO RUN ON A $20 BILL AND JIM CAN HELP YOU GET YOUR BEST TIME)
AND WE URGE YOU TO ALSO PLEASE KEEP YOUR OWN TIME AS A BACKUP. WE WANT TO MAKE SURE EVERY POSSIBLE SAFEGUARD IS IN PLACE. THANKS!
SWAG- WE WILL HAVE SOMETHING FOR YOU - A SHIRT, HAT, SOCKS...DEPENDING ON THE TARRIFFS AND WHETHER MUSK HAS FIRED EITHER JIM OR MARTY. PUT IN YOUR SHIRT SIZE JUST IN CASE... SOCKS AND HATS ARE UNI-SIZED.
EVENT DAY SCHEDULE 3/23/25
5:30AM WAKE UP, CAREFULLY ROLL OUT OF BED & TURN ON THE COFFEE
6:00AM GET SEMI-DRESSED, TRY NOT TO PULL A MUSCLE
7:00AM START DRIVING IF YOU'RE WITHIN 30 MILES. IF ANY FARTHER YOU'RE LATE
7:30AM BIB DISTRIBUTION STARTS- BRING YOUR OWN PINS B/C YOU PROBABLY HAVE A LOT FROM THE OTHER RACES!
8:00AM LAST CALL FOR THE PORTO-POT ?
8:15AM START OF THE 5/10/15* MILER (OR MORE ON YOUR OWN IF YOU WANT)
SNACKS, FLUIDS, SURPRISES WHEN YOU ARE DONE.
10:00AM BRUNCH STARTS AT THE LITTLE PUB- IT'S GOOD EATIN' AND A GREAT VIEW!
WE WILL HAVE SOME SORT OF SWAG AND EVEN SOME AWARDS. WE ARE NOT QUITE SURE WHAT THEY WILL BE, YET.
_IF YOU CAN'T STAY FOR BRUNCH AT LEAST PLAN TO STOP IN LITTLE PUB FOR SOME WELL NEEDED HYDRATION!_ IT'S MARCH MADNESS! THE GAMES ARE ON!
VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME - IF YOU HAVE FRIENDS OR FAMILY THAT COULD HELP US WITH FOOD, FLUIDS, WATER TABLES, COURSE MARSHAL, ETC. PLEASE EMAIL MARTY- [email protected]
THANKS AGAIN! _MARTY SCHAIVONE _- RACE DIRECTOR
_ JIM GERWECK_ - TIMING DIRECTOR
Races
-
15.3 Miles of Ecstasy
Incl. $3.29 Fee & T-Shirt or Something Cool
Sun 23rd March 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$28.29
Our event is low cost and very friendly. But the fixed costs of putting on this run dont decrease with fewer people! Portolet rental, insurance, police, food, fluids, timing, Bibs, pins, etc. are paid for thru Runners' fees. With this in mind, we reserve the right to cancel this event if we do not have a pre-registered minimum of at least 50 total participants in all three events by MARCH 17. We dont want to do this so we thank you in advance for pre-registering. We dont charge your card unless we are a go. Please help us advertise and promote our event through Facebook, social media and word of mouth. Thanks! -
10.2 Miles of Fun
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt or Something Cool
Sun 23rd March 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$22.95
10 miles of flat, quiet roads and small portion of trail. Run our 5 mile course twice, for twice the enjoyment. Our event is low cost and very friendly. But the fixed costs of putting on this run dont decrease with fewer people! Portolet rental, insurance, police, food, fluids, timing, Bibs, pins, etc. are paid for thru Runners' fees. With this in mind, we reserve the right to cancel this event if we do not have a pre-registered minimum of at least 50 total participants in all three events by MARCH 17. We dont want to do this so we thank you in advance for pre-registering. (We will refund registration if cancellation occurs- minus the Online Reg fee) -
5.1 Miles of Pure Enjoyment
Incl. $2.82 Fee & T-Shirt or Something Cool
Sun 23rd March 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$20.82
Our 5 mile base course is flat, scenic, quiet, and well marked. Now you can run a classic American distance for a low cost. Our event is low cost and very friendly. But the fixed costs of putting on this run dont decrease with fewer people! Portolet rental, insurance, police, food, fluids, timing, Bibs, pins, etc. are paid for thru Runners' fees. With this in mind, we reserve the right to cancel this event if we do not have a pre-registered minimum of at least 50 total participants in all three events by MARCH 17. Your card aint charged unless we are a go!
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Add a reviewBoston Blowout- Spring Fling 3/23/25