Have a passion for running? Love collecting poker chips?  Why not combine them into one great event?  That’s what amateur runner, Erik Dauplaise, has done.  He is directing the first ever Casino Chip Challenge.  The 7-8 mile run will take participants past 20 Las Vegas Casinos! All participates will be entered to win a 200 piece poker set, individualized for the Casino Chip Challenge.  Check out www.casinochipchallenge.com for more info.

Saturday, May 1, 2010

I have been a runner since 1997. I have been thinking about starting a new running race series for years. I volunteered at small races and worked at a expo for a marathon for a couple years which only fueled this desire. Losing my job this summer has given me the time to organize my own run.

I have been a casino chip collector even longer (since 1991). During my last trip to Las Vegas I combined my two hobbies and ran to 20+ casinos collecting chips.

On Saturday, May 1st in Las Vegas will be my first organized run: The Casino Chip Challenge. It’s a 7-8 mile fun run up & down the Strip with a few side street detours passing by 35 casinos. Please note that collecting casino chips is not a requirement! The website is www.casinochipchallenge.com

My primary goal is to have a successful run at a great location. My long-term goal is to build this into a race series at casino destinations (Reno, Laughlin, Colorado, etc.).

Entry Fee Includes T-Shirt!

Individual: $25.00

Groups of 10+ (who register together): $18.00

Contact Erik with questions: info@casinochipchallenge.com