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Behind the bikes
AUBURN - Every year there are hundreds of runners, cyclists, canoers and kayakers who go out for the Great Race, and this year is no exception with well over 530 teams already signed up.
While these athletes are the most prominent figures in the race, it is the people behind the scenes that make it all run so smoothly.
According to race director Marty Keough this year there are nearly 700 volunteers who are all giving their time to take care of everything from the little details to the big picture.
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