The New York City Marathon Expo and Gift Shop opens on Wednesday, October
31! Come the first day and enjoy shorter lines, less crowding, the best
selection of official merchandise, AND some special offers, starting with:
$20 OFF ANY PURCHASE OVER $100 if you bring this e-mail.* (What can you
buy? Official marathon merchandise, from hats to socks and everything in
between.)

We're also pleased to offer a special membership deal: If you become a
member of New York Road Runners at the expo on Wednesday, the 31st, you
will receive two free race coupons (a value of over $20) to be used at
selected 2002 events.

Finally, anyone who stops by the NYRR membership booth (#263) on Wednesday
will receive a free runner's pace band, while quantities last.

The evening before the expo opens, NYRR and Best Cellars Wine Shop will be
hosting the second New York City Marathon Wine Tasting. That's Tuesday,
October 30, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Best Cellars, located at 1291
Lexington Avenue, between 86th and 87th Street.

In addition to wine, you'll be treated to samples of a delicious and
healthy snack, the perfect compliment to 2001 New York City Marathon
Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay, as prepared by Louis Lanza of Josie's
and Josie's East. Hope to see you there as we toast this 26.2 mile
celebration!

*Please note the merchandise discount details: This discount is GOOD ON
WEDNESDAY, October 31, 2001, at the New York City Marathon Expo ONLY. This
discount DOES NOT APPLY WITH ANY OTHER DISCOUNT, including membership
discounts. This discount WILL ONLY BE GRANTED IF YOU BRING A PRINTED COPY
OF THIS E-MAIL WITH YOU.

The New York City Marathon Expo is taking place at the Javits Center. It's
open to the public (including non-marathoners)--just be sure to you bring
photo I.D. and plan to check any bags at the door. For more information
about the expo, visit
http://www.nyrrc.org/nyrrc/mar01/info/expo-pickup.html. For more
information about the wine tasting, visit
http://www.nyrrc.org/nyrrc/mar01/info/bestcellar.html. See you there!





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