Did Mike Rossi (viral marathon dad) cheat his way into Boston?

I'd say that is proof positive. His asshat is XXXXXXXXXXXXL.

Nice try but... wrote:

You make some valid points for someone who would want to defend Mike. Here's my one big problem: it's become pretty clear that he had legal representation in his defense rather than proof that he actually did run. That speaks volumes to me but it's just one humble opinion.

Keepin' it Real wrote:

You're just upset with me because you found out today that this message board is irrelevant . Tomorrow the sun will rise, 4th of July parades & barbecues will still take place , don't take it so personally , MR being cleared will not really effect anything important in the grand scheme of things . :)))

It's affect, Mike. And yes it does affect the integrity of the sport when someone cheats and gets away with it.

Why is the Lehigh Valley Marathon FB page not getting hit hard with LRCers posting their displeasure? Hit it hard, let them know you are not going to take this decision without a fight.

Rumor has it VIA Marathon's new motto is "Be like mike". They poached it but what the hell, they probably have lawyers who can defend them.

Ugh. Of course you can always comment on my Rossi post on marathoncheat.blogspot.com

Seriously, it would take real balls to sue someone for defamation when you are guilty of what they said or wrote about you.

And he wouldn't be the only marathoner that I learned is lawyering up today.

Boycott Lehigh Marathon wrote:

And yes it does affect the integrity of the sport when someone cheats and gets away with it.

I agree that this is the saddest part of the whole affair. Marathon integrity has been sacrificed at Lehigh.

B1G wrote:

Why is the Lehigh Valley Marathon FB page not getting hit hard with LRCers posting their displeasure? Hit it hard, let them know you are not going to take this decision without a fight.

...and extend this douchebag's fame for another 15 minutes?

Can we get the IP address on this goof Keepin it real?

Oh now here's an idea: #BoycottMikeRossiDJ. Or whatever that ridiculous job is that he has. His finances will be in ruins And I can't imagine how he'll sustain that fake tan. #OhTheHorror

You can expect them to delete the posts. They and Mike are in bed.

B1G wrote:

Why is the Lehigh Valley Marathon FB page not getting hit hard with LRCers posting their displeasure? Hit it hard, let them know you are not going to take this decision without a fight.

Doubler post the link again

B1G wrote:

Why is the Lehigh Valley Marathon FB page not getting hit hard with LRCers posting their displeasure? Hit it hard, let them know you are not going to take this decision without a fight.

They disabled posting after they got hit by negative comments.

Truth spoken here:

Truth in marathons wrote:

Boycott Lehigh Marathon wrote:

And yes it does affect the integrity of the sport when someone cheats and gets away with it.

I agree that this is the saddest part of the whole affair. Marathon integrity has been sacrificed at Lehigh.

Who else?

Doubler wrote:

Ugh. Of course you can always comment on my Rossi post on marathoncheat.blogspot.com

Seriously, it would take real balls to sue someone for defamation when you are guilty of what they said or wrote about you.

And he wouldn't be the only marathoner that I learned is lawyering up today.

I think the obvious thing for everyone to do is register for Lehigh, cross the start line, jump in our cars and drive to somewhere after mile 25, hop on the course and finish under 2 hours, breaking the world record. To hell with a BQ, let's go for the whole enchilada. if you're less ambitious, you could just qualify for the Olympic Trials.

Lehigh has set the bar fairly low for what actually qualifies for officially finishing their race, so as long as we don't confess to cheating, our world records should be good. After all, lack of a past running history that would indicate the ability to run that fast, along with the absence of any photographs of us on the course between miles 1-25 aren't proof we didn't run the race.

Who's in?

Starbucks is on me. Count me in!

Because of NON-CHEATER MIKE ROSSI they will have additional mats next year, so you'll need a mule to carry the bibs. But yeah, it's a great idea and if I lived closer I'd do it in a heartcheat.JUST DO IT!!!!!!!!!!!!

Freud wrote:

I think the obvious thing for everyone to do is register for Lehigh, cross the start line, jump in our cars and drive to somewhere after mile 25, hop on the course and finish under 2 hours, breaking the world record. To hell with a BQ, let's go for the whole enchilada. if you're less ambitious, you could just qualify for the Olympic Trials.

Lehigh has set the bar fairly low for what actually qualifies for officially finishing their race, so as long as we don't confess to cheating, our world records should be good. After all, lack of a past running history that would indicate the ability to run that fast, along with the absence of any photographs of us on the course between miles 1-25 aren't proof we didn't run the race.

Who's in?

Freud wrote:

I think the obvious thing for everyone to do is register for Lehigh, cross the start line, jump in our cars and drive to somewhere after mile 25, hop on the course and finish under 2 hours, breaking the world record. To hell with a BQ, let's go for the whole enchilada. if you're less ambitious, you could just qualify for the Olympic Trials.

Lehigh has set the bar fairly low for what actually qualifies for officially finishing their race, so as long as we don't confess to cheating, our world records should be good. After all, lack of a past running history that would indicate the ability to run that fast, along with the absence of any photographs of us on the course between miles 1-25 aren't proof we didn't run the race.

Who's in?

Me. Provided there is a requirement we have to register under the name "mike Rossi".

Freud wrote:

I think the obvious thing for everyone to do is register for Lehigh, cross the start line, jump in our cars and drive to somewhere after mile 25, hop on the course and finish under 2 hours, breaking the world record. To hell with a BQ, let's go for the whole enchilada. if you're less ambitious, you could just qualify for the Olympic Trials.

Lehigh has set the bar fairly low for what actually qualifies for officially finishing their race, so as long as we don't confess to cheating, our world records should be good. After all, lack of a past running history that would indicate the ability to run that fast, along with the absence of any photographs of us on the course between miles 1-25 aren't proof we didn't run the race.

Who's in?

If too many people attempt this we'll be stuck in traffic which could hurt our times a bit. I'm thinking a bicycle is a safer bet?

Carpool dude. Or rent a bus. Greyhound of course.