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Imminent Catastrophe
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"To obtain the air that angels breathe you must come to Tahoe"--Mark Twain
"The most common question from potential entrants is 'I do not know if I can do this' to which I usually answer, 'that's the whole point'.--Paul Charteris, Tarawera Ultramarathon RD.
√ Javelina Jundred Jalloween 2015
Cruel Jewel 50 mile May 2016
Western States 100 June 2016
When it’s all said and done, will you have said more than you’ve done?
The one thing that you can usually count on is water.So carry your own carbs/electrolytes, whether it be gels, sportsbeans, Bloks, or fluids. The most important thing is to experiment on long runs or shorter races to see what works for you.
Run like a kid again!
Russ: What sportsdrink do you use? ... I like only carrying my 22 oz bottle.
Speed my steps along your path, according to your will.
How To Run a Marathon: Step 1 - start running. There is no Step 2.
From about 12 miles on, at each water stop i'd take one to drink and one to pour into the hat.
I've pulled that trick... works nicely.. just make sure you keep the excess water off your shoes.... nothing makes for blisters faster than wet shoes.. .