The 50th Anniversary of "Run For The Hoses" Marathon Tour

In this episode the Runners Reunion podcast was at the Morse Tavern in Natick recording live on January 14th.  The Morse Tavern is the second stop on the 50th anniversary of the “Run For The Hoses” tour celebrating Jack Fultz’s memorable win.  The “tour” was organized by Jack’s wife Jan in celebration of Jack’s long and storied history with the Boston Marathon.  We hope you enjoy this episode that features insights from Jack, Jan, Hodgie, and other local runners. 

The next stop on the tour is scheduled for February 19th at the Lower Falls Wine Company.  The establishment is owned by Phil Minervino who just happens to be a Georgetown track alum where Jack went to school.  Lower Falls is not only along the famous marathon course but also played a unique role during the running boom.  On any given day in the 1980’s you may have seen Phil consulting on the latest fine wine, Bob Fitzgerald manning the register, Ron Gillooly managing the Bottle Returns, Tom Ratcliffe training for the Grape Stompers track club, Shawn Whalen working in the convenience store across the street, Charlie Spedding refueling at the convenience store after reps on Pump House Hill, and if you stayed up late enough, you would see Greg “Slammer” Lautenslager running by with shorts on in 20 degree weather at 10:30 p.m. We hope to see you on the 19th!  Thank you Grant for the live recordings!