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1,590 Minutes at the 2018 Ghost Train 100.

I had the good fortune to run the Ghost Train 100 (GT100) last weekend in southern New Hampshire.  GT100 was a well-organized, highly social ultra-marathon, with its own unique challenges. This was the second 100 mile race I completed in … Continue reading

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923 Minutes at the 2018 Boulder Field 100K

Knowing that I’ve yet to encounter an ultra-marathon I have not liked, I had the opportunity to run the Boulder Field 100K (BF100) on September 15th and really enjoyed that privilege. The race is set in beautiful Hickory Run State … Continue reading

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1,855 Minutes at the Inaugural Olde 96er 100 Mile Ultra-Marathon.

I enjoyed the privilege and challenge of running in the inaugural Olde 96er 100 mile ultra-marathon this past weekend, thoroughly enjoyed this race and cannot recommend it highly enough.  “96er” is the creation of Race Director Kimberly Durst. Kimberly is … Continue reading

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My Last Annual Vol State 2018 Feet Debacle

As was duly noted and publicized during the LAVS Road Race over the past 10 days, I developed some foot blistering, maceration problems that all but forced me to withdraw from the Race late on Day 3. I managed to … Continue reading

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588 Minutes at the 2018 Hyner Trail Challenge 50K.

The Situation. The Hyner Trail Challenge (HTC) was the second 50K that I ran in April following the English Ridge Rumble (ERR) two weeks prior.  I stated in the my previous race report that ERR was probably the most challenging … Continue reading

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Liver Brownie Treats for Canines.

There’s very little to no ultrarunning or running content other than keeping your canine running partner happy, or maybe fueled during a run. We got this dog treat recipe from a family member years ago.  We always have a working … Continue reading

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568 minutes at the 2017 Finger Lakes 50 Mile/ 50K

Or what a 50km trail race, inclement weather and a lack of training combine to look like. “Most people have the will to win, few have the will to prepare to win.“   Bobby Knight   Two years ago when I … Continue reading

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