6 of unusual races for fun

Sport - is to overcome yourself. Sport - a steely character, overcomes fatigue and pain. Sport - a sweat, and tears. Do you really want to do this?
Of course, I exaggerate, but it is so many look for hours jogging or exercising in a gym. Maybe that's why they are so difficult to start. Meanwhile, it is not really all that bad. Sports can be fun, it can be fun, trendy and unusual. Today we want to introduce you to the most extraordinary competitions, which are held not for medals and records, but only «just for fun».

Wine Medoc Marathon

This marathon takes place in the region of Medoc near Bordeaux, France. This area is famous for its wine and culinary traditions. The route passes among castles and vineyards, and most importantly, contains 23 points nutrition for athletes, where they can taste the best local wines (Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Chateau Latour - name something what kind!). You can also eat fruits, cheese, oysters and other delicacies. This year the contest will be held on September 8. www.marathondumedoc.com

Competitions Krispy Kreme

These events consist of a race at 2.5 miles, eating dozen donuts, and then further back the same distance. Thus it is necessary to keep within 60 minutes. What is this nonsense? - you ask. Nevertheless, seven and a half thousand runners took part in this competition last year, do not think so. Especially because all proceeds from the event are transferred to charity. www.krispykremechallenge.com

Race for Life

Steeplechase in the form of mud, the blood and the terrible zombie. At the beginning of the race at 5 km each participant receives a belt with three flags. His task is to get to the finish line, passing the ambush of zombies who want to steal your boxes and eat your brains. Getting to the finish line are called "survivors" and awarded medals. www.runforyourlives.com

Marathon Walt Disney

This is a series of sports events in the Disneyland park, which includes a marathon, half-marathon and a race to 5 km. The route of the theme parks, meetings with popular cartoon characters, prizes and awards await you in January 2013. www.espnwwos.disney.go.com

Finnish "race with no clothes"

Similar competitions you probably already have seen - is a hot topic for newscasts. Specifically, the ten-race passes through virgin forests of Finland. Participants can carry only shoes, socks and caps (?). At the finish of a sauna, swimming and holiday in the forest camp.

colored race

This race - a pure pleasure. Rather only a net first, and complete the participants painted in all colors of the rainbow. Runners come to the start in the white T-shirts, and when you reach each kilometer they paint in a new color of the organizers of the competition. Looks enchanting, and most importantly a lot of fun, as you can see for yourself:

http://thecolorrun.com/

As you can see, in the world are held dozens of events, involving people of all ages and social status just for fun. It is a pity that most of it happens abroad, but we have similar traditions have not yet taken root. Although it is probably only a matter of time. And you would like to participate in such an event?