 
September was another great month for MapMyFitness and we have been busy with some major improvements for you. First, there are new Community Groups (see screenshot below) that allow you and your friends, training partners, co-club members, etc. to better share routes, have your own private forums, calendars, and more. Second, we have modified the Event Section with more valuable options at no cost. Finally, we have added better support for international users by adding more customization options to your My Profile section.
Community Groups (see screenshot below) are our newest addition to the MapMyFitness feature mix. They allow you to create private groups for you and your friends or training partners. They can also be used by clubs, stores, and coaches to have a public presence on our site with discussion forums, shared routes, a calendar of events, and other features coming soon such as integrated photo galleries, training summaries, and leaderboards Check Community Groups out!
 We've also decided to change around how we are managing our Event Listings . Based on your feedback, we are now allowing ALL Events to be posted for FREE! Are you a Race Director? Share your course with our community! Are you a race participant with a favorite event? Post the event in our system for our other users! Learn about the benefits of posting your event here...
We have also done a lot of work adding new features for our international users. Check out your My Profile page to learn how you can customize date formats, calendar views, and even the units you use to measure your workouts!
A new "Hybrid Unit" has also been created to allow our users who prefer kilometers for distance but like feet / lbs to measure their body type! Customize your settings now...
Here's a quick update on some of the other new and exciting things going on at MapMyFitness:
We've once again found some great contributors for this month's newsletter. If you would like to submit an article or story to be included for our upcoming newsletters, please contact us with your proposed topic.
Thank you for your support and we hope you enjoy this issue of the MapMyFitness Newsletter!
PRODUCT REVIEWS: HYDRATION PACKS
 From Kevin Fonger & Michele Hartley Delman
A MapMyFitness Team Members
Hydration packs are an essential piece of equipment for both endurance athletes and people who enjoy spending long periods of time being active outdoors. For any active person who sweats while working out, it is essential to replenish liquids lost or dehydration can set in. There is no better way to carry your water supply than a good hydration pack!
Check out the comparison of various hydration packs. Compare the products on cost, features, and form.
RUNNING THE HIGH TATRAS (Slovak Republic)
 From Michael Vogler and Nicola Park
MapMyRun.com Contributing Users
Imagine blue skies, lofty rocky summits and the fresh scent of pine forests at dawn and you could be mistaken for thinking about the only sunny day you've spent in the West Highlands. Now imagine that scene minus the midges but with beer at 50 pence a pint ($1 drafts) and lashings of goulash and you're imagining the High Tatras of the Slovak Republic. Read More...
USER SURVEY 2007 - THE RESULTS ARE IN!
 From Kevin Callahan
MapMyFitness Co-Founder
Last month we asked you, the MapMyFitness User, to help us understand who you are and what your needs are. We put together a comprehensive user survey and we had an amazing response with over 1,800 of you spending the 10+ minutes or more filling this out! Thank you all! Check out the Summary...
Featured Event:
Florida Ford Ironman Triathlon
November 3, 2007 - Panama City, Florida
The Ford Ironman Florida triathlon, held in Panama City Beach, Fla. each November, is one of the most popular events on the Ironman schedule. Utilizing the stunning beaches of Panama City Beach, Ironman Florida offers a great opportunity for athletes to get "their feet wet" in Ironman events, and also provides a last competition before the winter season sets in.
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Spotlight City:
London, England
London and her boroughs offer a wide range of public parks, public rights of way (i.e., walking paths and trails), and scenic rivers and canals to stroll and run along. Cycling is also a growing activity in London and her surrounding areas -- The London Cycling Network aims to provide a 900 kilometer network of cycle routes throughout Greater London to be completed by 2009/10
Highlighted Events & Routes around London:
 Monopoly Board Route
Victoria Park Full Circuit
Richmond Park Loop
Themes Sunday Walk
Wimbledon (All of St Georges)
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Featured Co-Brand:
Civia is Dedicated to Performance
A dedicated cyclist needs a cycle dedicated to performance. Civia delivers.
Part high performance vehicle, part utility transport, part art form—Civia Cycles are elegant, nimble and responsive. They’re built for heavy lifting but aren’t heavy. They handle the load without loading you down. Go ahead—sprint, lean into the curves—own the open road. Take the hills on your own terms and dig in for the long haul. Civia takes you there. And when the weather gets sloppy, our brakes stay tight and true. Best of all, Civia is so easy to operate, leaving your mind free to roam—to explore—to see new possibilities. And that is what riding should be all about.
Visit Civia Cycles
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