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Where to run my first 100M - or should I forget it? (Read 78 times)

AT-runner


Tim

    Since you mentioned how busy you are during retail season, might want to factor in the availability to get in your long runs leading up to the race.  

    “Paralysis-to-50k” training plan is underway! 

    wcrunner2


    Are we there, yet?

      Since you mentioned how busy you are during retail season, might want to factor in the availability to get in your long runs leading up to the race.  

      The weather would be more a factor if we get an early, hard winter. I'm semi-retired so work only 20-25 hours per week. It's just a bad time of year to take time off  because we need the experienced staff along with all the seasonal help, and I usually work the weekends when we're busiest and when it's hardest to find someone to cover vacations and absences.

       2024 Races:

            03/09 - Livingston Oval Ultra 6-Hour, 22.88 miles

            05/11 - D3 50K
            05/25 - What the Duck 12-Hour

            06/17 - 6 Days in the Dome 12-Hour.

       

       

           

        George, I did the 3 Days at the Fair event last May, it was outstanding. This year's races should be quite the show, apparently there are some big runners that are going to attempt a new 48 hour record.

        Take Charge. Train Harder. Suck Less. No Excuses.

        wcrunner2


        Are we there, yet?

          George, I did the 3 Days at the Fair event last May, it was outstanding. This year's races should be quite the show, apparently there are some big runners that are going to attempt a new 48 hour record.

          I've nothing planned that weekend. If my work schedule allows, I may drive up and offer to crew, volunteer, or pace a slower runner. I'm not ready, at least mentally, to attempt a 100 this year. I'm working my way up. They don't include 100 Miles as one of their races, but I could consider entering the 48 hour race and stop at 100M - or go on if I'm crazy enough.

           2024 Races:

                03/09 - Livingston Oval Ultra 6-Hour, 22.88 miles

                05/11 - D3 50K
                05/25 - What the Duck 12-Hour

                06/17 - 6 Days in the Dome 12-Hour.

           

           

               

            George, I know Jen (Toyger) and Groove are doing that race this year.  They did it last year too.

            Take Charge. Train Harder. Suck Less. No Excuses.

            wcrunner2


            Are we there, yet?

              Thanks for all the replies and suggestions. Between this, some suggestions from FB friends, and my own research, I've compiled the following list of possibilities. Dates are approximate but they at least give me a general timeframe for planning. I'm sure my perspective and criteria or preferences will change as I get more experience with ultras and trails, but then I have at least 6 months before I need to make any decisions. (I think Umstead registration opens in September.)

               

              01/31-2/1/15    Rocky Raccoon (TX), 30 hours (start last of 5 loops by 24 hours)

              02/14-15/15     Jackpot Ultra (NV), 30 hours

              03/07-08/15     Razorback (CA), 35 hours

              03/07-08/15     Graveyard (NC), 30 hours

              03/28-29/15     BLU (CA), 31 hours

              04/04-05/15     Umstead (NC), 30 hours

              04/25-26/15     C&O Canal (MD), 30 hours

              05/23-24/15     Pigtails Challenge (WA), 32 hours

              06/07-08/15     Kettle Moraine (WI), 30 hours

              08/01-02/15     Burning River (OH), 30 hours

              08/08-09/15     Beast of Burden (Summer),(NY), 30 hours

              08/15-16/15     Run de Vous (CA), 32 hours

              09/05-06 /15    Pine Creek Challenge (PA), 30 hours

               2024 Races:

                    03/09 - Livingston Oval Ultra 6-Hour, 22.88 miles

                    05/11 - D3 50K
                    05/25 - What the Duck 12-Hour

                    06/17 - 6 Days in the Dome 12-Hour.

               

               

                   

              Gumby66


                might want to add Javalina to the list,  I've heard good things about it and the RDs are great guys

                wcrunner2


                Are we there, yet?

                  might want to add Javalina to the list,  I've heard good things about it and the RDs are great guys

                   

                  Javalina kinda scared me when I saw completions rate of about 50%. Any idea why it's that low, or is that typical of finish rates for 100s?

                   2024 Races:

                        03/09 - Livingston Oval Ultra 6-Hour, 22.88 miles

                        05/11 - D3 50K
                        05/25 - What the Duck 12-Hour

                        06/17 - 6 Days in the Dome 12-Hour.

                   

                   

                       

                  Gumby66


                     

                    Javalina kinda scared me when I saw completions rate of about 50%. Any idea why it's that low, or is that typical of finish rates for 100s?

                     

                    I think last year might have been an exception, it was a bit hotter than usual. You do need to have some heat training under your belt. I heard a lot of people dropped down to shorter distances, so maybe not quite as bad as it looks. I've only run mountain 100's so 50% is not that unusual to me.

                    TrailProf


                    Le professeur de trail

                      Well no one else has said it so I will - "Just forget it!" It's a ludicrous idea, you will never be able to complete it.  You are crazy for even thinking this let alone trying to run a 100 miler.  Ok that is out.  Once you get past that, you are fine.

                       

                      My non 100 mile running 2-cents is make a judement call on flat 100 vs. semi rugged trail 100 vs. very rugged trail 100.  It soulds like the last is not an option for you so that keeps it a bit more simple.

                       

                      Just to touch base on the Pine Creek and Oil Creek stuff - I am sue you have figured out by now they are flat vs. semi rugged.  Pine Creek is flat as can be and in a beautiful place.  Oil Creek is not flat but also not terribly difficult (in comparison) and also in a beautiful area.  Both (from what I have heard) are first time friendly races.

                       

                      edit: If you look at 2013 Oil Creek finising percentages, don't! It was unusually hot n humid during the day and created some havoc.  It is usually cooler that time of year.

                       

                      Good luck in your decision.

                      My favorite day of the week is RUNday

                       

                       

                      Birdwell


                         

                        Javalina kinda scared me when I saw completions rate of about 50%. Any idea why it's that low, or is that typical of finish rates for 100s?

                         

                        I know Javelina is one of the few that will let you drop down from the 100 mile to 100K during the race (and get a buckle).

                        I wonder if that contributes to the low completion rate?

                        I've also read somewhere that a lot of the "easy" hundreds have low completion rates because a lot of first timers try them out, without being fully prepared. For example, look at Western States or Hardrocks completion rates (both over 70%) and realize that they require pretty stout qualifying runs to even get in.

                        MadisonMandy


                        Refurbished Hip

                           

                          I know Javelina is one of the few that will let you drop down from the 100 mile to 100K during the race (and get a buckle).

                          I wonder if that contributes to the low completion rate?

                           

                          You can also bail at Kettle Moraine at the 100K point too.  (Not that I would let you do that, George.  )

                           

                          Another race with a good amount of time is Zumbro 100 (34 hours.)  April in Minnesota can mean iffy weather though.  I don't think the 100 has sold out yet though.  I was considering that for my first one.  I believe it is 6 loops.

                          Running is dumb.

                          Messenjah


                            DAMMIT MANDY!!!! DON'T JINX THE WEATHER!!! This is my first 100 and I need it to be 70's during the day and 50's during the night with no mud!!!................and yes, 6 loops

                             

                            Another race with a good amount of time is Zumbro 100 (34 hours.)  April in Minnesota can mean iffy weather though.  I don't think the 100 has sold out yet though.  I was considering that for my first one.  I believe it is 6 loops.


                            On On

                              I've nothing planned that weekend. If my work schedule allows, I may drive up and offer to crew, volunteer, or pace a slower runner. I'm not ready, at least mentally, to attempt a 100 this year. I'm working my way up. They don't include 100 Miles as one of their races, but I could consider entering the 48 hour race and stop at 100M - or go on if I'm crazy enough.

                               

                              It will be great to see you even if it is as a crew or volunteer.  Pacing is not allowed though but cheering on all runners is encouraged.

                               

                              I am sure you are mentally ready to do 100 miles.  All it takes is time and forward progress.  If you give yourself 48 hours I am sure you will surprise yourself with how well you do.  There is a coin for finishing 100 miles and it is on a certified course so you know you went at least 100 miles in the time it shows on the clock.  Not many other races are certified 100 miles no matter what the cutoff.

                               

                              Let me know if you have any questions, either here or direct message.

                               

                              Hasher Rick

                              co RD for 3 Days at the Fair

                              mep5555


                                I highly recommend Prairie Spirit 100-miler in Kansas the last weekend in March (same weekend as BLU). It's about as flat as you can get, and is nearly entirely crushed gravel (some asphalt in the major towns along the route). Cutoff is 30 hours

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