February and March 2008 Tat of the Month

Joshua Estep - Energetic Wisconsin Student, WI

   Joshua came to us a few months ago and reminded us why we have not only a running store, but a tattoo contest as well.
   "Thanks for putting the photos up on the site, they were the inspiration to get the one on my calf," Josh gladly proclaimed in his email. Yes, while Joshua and the CRC share a love for running, CRC can take claim of a small piece behind Joshua's latest tattoo.
   Joshua began running in sixth grade and hasn't looked back yet. His first tattoo was made permanent during the winter break of his freshman year in college, and features the Kanji symbol for 'Run' in the middle of his right arm. That one will be February's winner.
   Now a Junior in college, he has since ran three marathons and six triathlons, along with a few million road races. He is eyeing three more marathons, a half ironman triathlon, Triathlon nationals in Alabama, and his first ultra by this October.
   His love for running shows even more on his calf, where a picture of a running figure is surrounded by the words 'Why do I run?' and 'Why do I breathe?'. We understand that answering a question with a question can many times be the best way to explain an answer. The simplicity of it all will leave a lasting impression as March's tattoo contest champion.
   "We'd all love to see more running tattoos!" Joshua wrote as he finished up his winning submission email. We agree, Joshua, not because we think everyone should have tattoo's, but because it's a great way to show how much running can mean to you!

   Congrats to Joshua on earning some fine CRC merchandise.

Do you want to be the running tat of the month? Send us a picture at info@columbusrunning.com or stop by the store. Please let us know why, how, and when you got the tattoo...

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