With 142 registrants that included 25 members of the "Class of 1947," 51 runners completing more than a marathon, and 136 runners completing at least one 2.07 mile loop of the Sunken Meadow State Park course, the Greater Long Island Running Club's eighth annual 6 Hour 60th Birthday Run on October 14 broke all sorts of records for participation. Perfect weather conditions helped new race directors Myron Bellovin and Fred von der Heydt put on a perfect day that attracted a strong contingent of serious ultra athletes, happy 60-year-olds, runners using the venue as a training run for the NYC Marathon or Philadelphia Marathon, and several folks who just wanted to run a few loops and hang out. Everyone was welcome and everyone seemed to have a great time.

Phil Roth

Plainview speedster Phil Roth was one of the members of the Class of 1947 who was honored in this year's Run, and Phil returned the favor by running a strong 26.91 miles during the six hours. Phil has been a stalwart at the shorter distances for many years, and this was his first attempt at going beyond the marathon distance.

Another great race, another great post-race party (with some extra flairs provided by Dr. Mary Trotto) and a great day for the local ultra scene. Class of 1948 - get ready for your turn next October.