The Winner of the Nike Show X1 Sunglasses Is...

Matthew Halip!  
Congrats  Matthew!

Thanks again to SunglassesShop.com who partnered with RunnerDude's Blog for this awesome giveaway--a pair of Nike Show-X1 sunglasses (valued at $150).

The Nike Show-X1 is perfect for any sport, but particularly running. These shield lens sunglasses deliver grip, stability and comfort. They feature interchangeable lenses, adjustable temples and Nike Max Lens Technology for precise views at all angles. Ideal for training any time of year. They're also functional for winter sport, golf, tennis and cycling. The adjustable ventilated nose for stability and reduced fogging make them a great choice for runners. Only the patented design of Nike Max Optics has zero distortion straight ahead and minimal distortion across the complete curve of the lens. Other lenses only claim accuracy straight ahead. Nike Max Optics were created to give athletes superior vision in a substantially larger average field of view because sport doesn't happen in a straight line.

When you have a chance, please check out their website.

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Limited Edition Carolina Blue Ray-Ban Wayfarers Contest!

Searching for that unique Carolina gift or stocking stuffer for the Tar Heel fan on your holiday list? As North Carolina fans gear up for their bid to the Meineke Car Care Bowl, Eye Care Associates, a leading multi-site practice offering comprehensive eye health care throughout North Carolina (the Triangle, Sandhills, Burlington and Wilmington), is proud to offer limited edition Carolina Blue Ray-Ban Wayfarers.

Thanks to an exclusive arrangement with Ray-Ban, fans and Bowl attendees alike have the opportunity to own a unique piece of fan gear. These limited edition sunglasses are available at each office location as well as online at www.EyeCareAssociatesNC.com/blue. A contemporary update of a timeless icon, these limited edition Carolina Blue Ray-Ban Wayfarers typically retail for over $100, but are on sale now for just $75, but the readers of RunnerDude's Blog have a chance to win a free pair!

To Enter, simply email RunnerDude at runnerdudeblog@yahoo.com by midnight (EST) Wednesday, December 16th! Be sure to put "Ray-Ban" in the subject line and put your full name in the body of the email. Each email will be numbered in the order that it's received. The winning number will be determined by using The True Random Number Generator. The winner will be announced on the blog on Thursday, December 17th and the winner should receive the glasses by Monday, December 21st!

“We are excited to contribute to the esteemed Carolina tradition and spirit.” said Dr. Stephen Bolick, CEO and Founder of Eye Care Associates and a University of North Carolina Alumnus. “As an active member in our community, we wanted to offer something exclusively for Tar Heel fans that are stylish and practical.”

The Tar Heel Football Team will face the Pittsburgh Panthers in the Meineke Car Care Bowl on December 26, 2009 at the Bank of America stadium in Charlotte.

About Eye Care Associates:
Established in 1978 by Dr. Stephen Bolick, Eye Care Associates, O.D.P.A., is a multi-site optometric practice with 24 doctors. Eye Care Associates has been a market leader in the Triangle for more than three decades providing comprehensive eye exams, treatment for eye injuries, glaucoma and cataract care, distinctive eyewear, contact lenses, senior and pediatric vision care, and premium sunglasses. The practice has grown from a single office in Raleigh to a network of 18 locations found throughout the Triangle, Sandhills, in Wilmington and Burlington. Eye Care Associates proudly supports its local community through a variety of charitable outreach programs. Eye Care Associates also serves as the Official and Exclusive Eye Care Provider of the Carolina Hurricanes. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (919) 863-2020 or visit http://www.eyecareassociatesnc.com/.