Austin-Jarrow Prepares for Marathon Crowd

DULUTH, Minn. — Businesses like Austin-Jarrow are getting ready for Duluth’s biggest event.

Before a race, a lot of prep goes into preventing things from happening. It is key to make sure it goes smoothly. With the possibility of rain, it is especially important to plan ahead. Getting blisters on your feet is just one of the many annoying things you can avoid. Your choice of footwear can make a difference.

“Some people have asked about like whether socks will cause blistering and stuff like that. I haven’t had any issues with that, as far as with wet socks. We do sell “feetures” socks here that are blister free,” said Kieran Johnson, an employee.

Keeping your body in good condition is key for a successful race. Keeping a positive mindset is equally as important.

“If you’re thinking about having fun, for even half of it, it makes the experience ten times better,” said Johnson. “I mean there’s so many different people cheering for you.”

Austin-Jarrow will be having a sale on Thursday and Friday, where their running products will be, not coincidentally, 26.2 percent off. It is perfect for any last minute items before the big day. They will be open ten to six both days.