"South of The Border": Fleet Feet Sports - Columbia, SC.

I took a short trip (1.5 hrs) down from Charlotte, NC to visit the Fleet Feet Sports Columbia, SC.  The state capitol is here and a zoo, neither of which I got to visit.  But I did have a great time hanging out with some really talented and inspiring staff at FF Columbia.

Fleet Feet Sports - Columbia, SC from Ben Hernandez on Vimeo.

A great way to recycle old shoes!

We talked about socks, the Columbia running community, great trail running nearby and they even gave me this great pint glass before I left!

And you know I couldn't leave Columbia w/o finding a cool place for a cup of coffee.  Thank you, Dan Matena, for the suggestion!

Drip in Columbia, SC

It's all single pour, people.  Single pour!!!

On the way to my next destination I got hit with an INSANE rain storm.  Every couple of miles I would pass another car that had slid off the road into either the center median or off to the right in a ditch.  But when it was all over I spotted this oasis in the wilderness:  SOUTH OF THE BORDER!!! Theme Park! Gift Shops!.....BMX Track!!??  Yes.

"You never sausage a place! You're always a weiner at Pedro's!!"  Another sign had a real, wrecked car mounted on it and said, "It's A Hit!"  I couldn't take a picture in time.

Yes, friends.  That is a Space Needle-sized sombrero tower. 

 Adios Carolina del Sur!

Blister Resist Review

Blister Resist Review from Ben Hernandez on Vimeo.

Brand manager Ben Hernandez reviews the new Blister Resist from Balega.

Sections:
0:20 Mid-foot & Arch Support
1:50 Ankle & Heel Support
3:06 Vent Panels & Breathability

The new Blister Resist from Balega is a blend of US-made Drynamix synthetic yarns and South African Mohair. It's a higher volume sock that adds extra cushion under the heel and toe, fitting the foot comfortably without crowding the shoe. Extra elastic through the mid-foot provides superior support for the arch, not constricting the natural movement of the foot. Stretchy, vent panels on top along w/ the fabric blend make this sock one to be worn all year round. And, of course, it features our famous hand-linked, seamless toe; deep heel pocket and comfort ankle band. For more information about Balega and our products check out: www.balega.com

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Run For Boston - Greenville, SC

Because I've just started, my buddy Dan Matena (regional rep) has been showing me the ropes in his territory.  One of our first stops was Greenville, SC for a "Run For Boston" event organized by Fleet Feet Greenville.  I had a never been to Geenville, SC.  What a great little college town!

Dan Matena, Aussie role model for the youth of America!

FFG is very involved in the running community there and it showed with the support from the runners who attended.  From what I understood from owner Sheila, they started organizing Friday with expectations at around 50 people.  As word spread, that number ballooned to about 800!

This quickly turned into 800 runners!

Here's a little video I put together for the event.  Thanks for all the support Greenville running community!

Run For Boston - Greenville, SC from Ben Hernandez on Vimeo.

Parting words of wisdom as we drove out of town.