Now that winter has come (and, hopefully, departed), we can reflect on all of the chilly miles we logged in the last few months–some of them, fortunately, for good causes. The “responsible running” part of FBR mission (responsible running and drinking in the interest of science) means that we are committed to supporting our community charities....
Connecticut based filmmaker, Justin Wirtalla, set out to make a short promotional piece about FBR, however, after talking with many of you he realized the story was deeper. You shared personal stories with him about the impact FBR and running has had on your lives. So many stories, that Justin now envisions the...
We’re off to see the Professor, the wonderful Professor of Granada! The Professor is Dr. Manuel Castillo-Garzon of the University of Granada in Spain who conducted research about the effects of beer after exercise. After each run we toast, “To The Professor” in gratitude of his research. Dr. Castillo has graciously invited us to Granada...
Our usual Thursday night FBR run on March 6 will be to City Tap House to support the Pennsylvania Special Olympics and their Leprechaun 5K. The Pennsylvania Special Olympics will be selling $5 wristbands which will entitle you to some amazing beer specials! All proceeds benefit Special Olympics Pennsylvania athletes in Philadelphia. Also, the 29th...
On March 29, we will be returning to Philabundance’s South Philadelphia warehouse to help sort and pack food that will be delivered to thousands of Philadelphians in need. Similar to some of our prior appearances, we’ll have a 30 minute check-in and orientation from 12:30-1:00, then we’ll work in the warehouse until about 3:30. The...
FBR runners have never been merely fair weather friends. Case in point: last Thursday’s run through rain, hail, sleet, and, in greatest magnitude, slush, to the Veteran’s Boxing Association in the heart of Port Richmond. This locale was special in a number of ways, first in that it’s not even a public bar, but...
FUBAR: A portion of the Fishtown Beer Runners make a new subsection of “Fishtown Ultra Beer Awesome Runners” at the inaugural Rocky 50k, including a couple of first time ultra runners. David N April had no business attempting to jump over that park bench. Yes, he just witnessed some idiot (whose name may or...
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On Thursday, December 19, the Fishtown Beer Runners will turn six! What began as two friends going out on a run has grown into a weekly running club of new friends from across the city running together. As I reflect back on 2013, I’m amazed how much FBR has grown in both numbers and in...
It all started in late Summer 2012. My boyfriend Matt and I agreed that it was finally time to start getting into shape. We decided to give running a shot but the enjoyment factor was non-existent. Matt’s college classmate Rachael was “checking in” to Fishtown Beer Runners every week so naturally we gave it a...
Local running club hydrates with unlikely drink The Fishtown Beer Runners stop for beer after their runs every Thursday night. by Emily Rolen 03 December 2013 It’s all for the sake of science. At least that’s what David April, co-founder of the Fishtown Beer Runners, said about the No. 1 running club of...
It is that time of year again when the South Philly Striders and Fishtown Beer Runners run the streets of South Philly to enjoy the holiday lights. The run starts at Broad and Oregon at 7 PM, where there will be a food drive. Please donate canned and other non-perishable food to benefit Philabundance,...
