Notes
Finished in 7th over all, about 20 minutes slower than last year. Felt pretty good but the heat did me in. Glad to be done.
Started off ok, went out pretty conservative, getting passed by everyone. Reached the first aid station at the base of Pack Monadnock in 1:06 (which is faster than last year). Felt much slower and I was happy with the effort so far. Ran the next 7 mile section with Scott Patanode. Really started to get warm out there. Stayed sunny and hot the entire race, no clouds, no rain. Hit Windblown aid station in 1:15, a bit slower than last year. Heat was becoming an issue. By the time I climbed the first Barrett Mt, I was toast. Totally bonked. Had plenty of water, gels, cliff shots but was dizzy and weak and could barely run the flat sections. Walked every hill/climb. Struggled for 5.5 miles, all the way to the next aid station. Spent a good 3-5 minutes resting, drinking coke and getting some food. definitely helped. Managed to shuffle the last 3.5 miles to the finish.
No cramps, no injuries but my feet are killing me. This trail is tough on your feet.