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@jslug1

Marietta, GA Raving since 2019 Boston Marathon finisher, 50 States hopeful/finisher, Seven Continents Club Active 5 months ago

About Me

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    GUTS

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    Laugavegur

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Personal Bests (14)

Race Distance Location Date Result
24 hr Alabaster, AL Oct 17, 2020 112 mi
12 hr Decatur, AL Mar 7, 2020 60 mi
8 hr Blairsville, GA Sep 26, 2020 40 mi
6 hr Powder Springs, GA 2016 31 mi
100 Miler Huntsville, TX 2000 16:03:00
100K Washington, DC Oct 2, 1993 8:42:22
50 Miler Pittsburgh, PA Apr 8, 1995 6:43:17
46 Miler Pine Mountain, GA 1993 8:28:00
40 Miler Wartrace, TN 1995 5:13:45
56K Cape Town, South Africa Apr 4, 2015 6:05:00
55K Moab, UT 2008 8:00:12
34 Miler Slade, KY Nov 12, 2005 7:20:00
50K Lithia Springs, GA 1999 3:56:36
Marathon Huntsville, AL 1987 2:54:11

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Past Races (93)

Race Distance Location Date Result My Raves My Performance
50K Mt Hood, OR Jun 28, 2025 9:59:40
50K Council, ID Apr 26, 2025 7:03:50
50K Cumberland, RI Mar 16, 2025 6:53:09
50K Volcano, HI Aug 18, 2024 6:56:19
50K Roxbury, CT Nov 11, 2023 5:56:00
50K Camden, ME Sep 9, 2023 10:36:07
Marathon Machu Picchu, Peru Jun 8, 2022 11:25:38
50K Reno, NV May 21, 2022 7:56:00
50K Eureka, MO Apr 16, 2022 7:50:59
Marathon Huntsville, UT Sep 18, 2021 3:58:24
50K Custer, SD Aug 14, 2021 6:28:43
Marathon Mt Lemmon, AZ Feb 26, 2021 3:59:35
Marathon Cotter, AR Nov 21, 2020 4:14:11
24 hr Alabaster, AL Oct 17, 2020 112 mi
8 hr Blairsville, GA Sep 26, 2020 40 mi
12 hr Decatur, AL Mar 7, 2020 60 mi
50K Solon, IA Apr 13, 2019 5:54:34
Marathon Empire, MI Oct 6, 2018 4:56:11
Marathon Grand Rivers, KY Mar 10, 2018 5:37:33
Marathon Chicago, IL Oct 8, 2017 4:39:00
55K Landmannalaugar, Iceland Jul 15, 2017 8:32:01
50K Heflin, AL May 27, 2017 8:03:01
50K Fayetteville, NY 2017 6:16:03
50K Punta Arenas, Chile Jan 29, 2016 5:47:15
50K King George Island, Antarctica Jan 25, 2016 6:39:53
6 hr Powder Springs, GA 2016 31 mi
Marathon Havana, Cuba Nov 15, 2015 5:07:55
56K Cape Town, South Africa Apr 4, 2015 6:05:00
Marathon Hilo, HI 2014 4:21:00
50K Falls City, NE Nov 9, 2013 6:22:50
50K Stillwater, OK 2013 5:45:40
Marathon Salt Lake City, UT 2013 3:59:37
50K Macleod, ND 2013 6:58:00
Marathon Spartanburg, SC 2012 4:56:00
50K Savage, MN 2012 6:40:01
Marathon Springfield, MO 2012 4:19:13
Marathon Chattanooga, TN 2011 4:35:09
50K Crawfordville, FL 2011 4:47:48
Marathon Calistoga, CA 2011 3:58:53
50K Hudson, IL 2011 6:05:11
50K Freehold, NJ Aug 8, 2010 5:37:09
Marathon Providence, RI 2010 4:08:00
Marathon Boone, NC 2010 4:13:00
50 Miler Beverly, WV Aug 28, 2009 10:24:11
Marathon Marquette, KS 2009 5:16:00
Marathon Manitou Springs, CO 2008 8:12:12
55K Moab, UT 2008 8:00:12
50K Los Alamos, NM 2008 8:10:38
Marathon Ashford, CT 2008 5:04:29
50K Chesterfield, NH 2007 6:18:59
Marathon Brookings, SD 2007 4:20:00
Marathon Newark, DE 2007 4:42:00
50K Morristown, AZ 2007 7:07:00
Marathon Choteau, MT 2006 4:05:08
50K Gregory, MI 2006 5:58:06
Marathon Bar Harbor, ME 2006 3:55:00
Marathon Ashton, ID 2006 3:58:06
Marathon Bloomington, IN 2006 4:22:00
Marathon Las Vegas, NV 2006 3:48:15
Marathon Lake Buena Vista, FL 2006 3:59:49
34 Miler Slade, KY Nov 12, 2005 7:20:00
Marathon Anchorage, AK 2005 3:47:02
Marathon Yonkers, NY 2004 3:40:00
100 Miler Leadville, CO 2002 26:08:00
Marathon New Orleans, LA 2002 3:26:19
50 Miler Enumclaw, WA 2002 10:04:00
100 Miler Whitewater, WI 2001 20:50:00
100 Miler West Windsor, VT 2000 17:49:00
100 Miler Loudonville, OH 2000 18:53:20
100 Miler Huntsville, TX 2000 16:03:00
100 Miler Perryville, AR 2000 17:47:00
100K Boston, MA Oct 9, 1999 9:00:01
50K Lithia Springs, GA 1999 3:56:36
100 Miler Olympic Valley, CA Jun 28, 1997 21:07:29
Marathon San Francisco, CA 1997 3:46:00
40 Miler Troy, NC 1997 7:30:00
50K Huntsville, AL 1996 4:48:59
50 Miler Pittsburgh, PA Apr 8, 1995 6:43:17
50K Walhalla, SC Mar 18, 1995 4:52:41
40 Miler Wartrace, TN 1995 5:13:45
50 Miler Boonsboro, MD 1995 7:40:54
100 Miler Olympic Valley, CA 1995 26:36:38
50 Miler Monroe, VA 1994 8:27:01
50 Miler Laurel, MS 1994 7:40:10
100K Washington, DC Oct 2, 1993 8:42:22
46 Miler Pine Mountain, GA 1993 8:28:00
50 Miler Dayton, WY 1993 10:52:00
Marathon Atlanta, GA 1990 3:05:28
40 Miler Wartrace, TN 1989 5:32:02
Marathon Portland, OR 1989 3:08:03
Marathon Hopkinton, MA 1988 2:57:01
Marathon Huntsville, AL 1987 2:54:11
Marathon Huntsville, AL 1979 3:41:44

My Raves

Before the race you park in Parkdale and take a shuttle to the start. Be on time! They leave promptly. Overall the trail was pretty smooth except the last ~2miles … MORE

Before the race you park in Parkdale and take a shuttle to the start. Be on time! They leave promptly.
Overall the trail was pretty smooth except the last ~2miles of steep downhill that had lots of loose gravel and difficult footing
There is a long climb the first 10miles or so but from there it is rolling.
In 2025 the weather was clear and views of Mt Hood and the area were amazing. The trail was well marked and easy to follow. The aid stations were well stocked and had great volunteers
After finishing they shuttle you back to Parkdale where they had food, drinks, beer and music
There is no real schwag unless you buy it separately. You get a glass as a finisher award

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The views are good as you run near the Weiser river and have broad, sweeping views of the area and distant mountains. The path/trail was rougher than I anticipated with … MORE

The views are good as you run near the Weiser river and have broad, sweeping views of the area and distant mountains.
The path/trail was rougher than I anticipated with rough, loose gravel and uneven areas. I’d suggest wearing sturdy road shoes or trail shoes.
The course is mostly very gentle downhill.
It was warm in 2025 and there is little to no shade so carrying fluids is a good idea. The 4 aid stations were minimal

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The race was located on trails at an old Monastery which was quiet with some other trail users but no spectators. It was a 5+ mile loop format, with about … MORE

The race was located on trails at an old Monastery which was quiet with some other trail users but no spectators.
It was a 5+ mile loop format, with about 3miles smooth, easy trail and 2miles of rocky trail, all with rolling hills (2264 gain total for 50k). There was a mix of open sections and wooded sections. The trail was well marked and easy to follow.
I really liked their “rolling start” option which allowed you to pick up your chip and start any time 7am or later (less anxiety about being on time!).
Entry fee was $100 +fees. There was no swag (shirt, hat, etc) but you did get a cute medal for finishing 50k.
There was no aid station – I really think this should’ve have been highlighted in pre-race info or on the website. Luckily I had brought my own stuff, including electrolyte drinks and snacks, and it was easy to access once per loop. I did get a bottle of water upon finishing.
There are not many options for ultras in RI, so I would recommend if you really want to run an ultra in RI

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Nice, small race held at the local winery. Entry included a wine tasting. The race was self supported in that the race supplied just water and gatorade. But the route … MORE

Nice, small race held at the local winery. Entry included a wine tasting. The race was self supported in that the race supplied just water and gatorade. But the route was assorted loops so you could easily self support by stopping at your car each loop. There were 2 well marked loops around the lovely winery grounds, each about 1mile long, with one being somewhat hard and the other easy. Additionally, there was an optional easy road loop. The RD was very friendly and helpful. Swag included a finisher award (no shirt though, which was fine with me).

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smaller, lowkey event scenic course with rolling hills part paved roads and part hard packed, smooth dirt roads plenty of aid stations every few miles great volunteers at aid stations … MORE

smaller, lowkey event
scenic course with rolling hills
part paved roads and part hard packed, smooth dirt roads
plenty of aid stations every few miles
great volunteers at aid stations and road crossings
course was one (longer) out and back and then 3.5mile loops. i liked this as we came by our cars and could get whatever needed from our own cars
loved the custom made finishers medal and homemade cookies

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Classic race that has been around for many years. I ran the 50k. The first 11+ miles are mostly uphill, especially miles 7-11. The course is very open (ie no … MORE

Classic race that has been around for many years. I ran the 50k. The first 11+ miles are mostly uphill, especially miles 7-11. The course is very open (ie no shade) with lots of great views of the Reno area. Once you get to Peavine Summit (highest point on course) there is a steep, rocky downhill for about a mile. From there it is easy running to the next station, after which you head back up the rocky hill to Pevine Summit. The last 11 miles are sweet single track downhill trails to the finish. Course was very well marked and aid stations were great, with plenty of food and drink options and knowledgeable and helpful folks. I would definitely recommend this race.

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Stayed in Ogden and drove to Huntsville to catch the buses to the start at 645. Was pretty cold at start line waiting for the race start so bring a … MORE

Stayed in Ogden and drove to Huntsville to catch the buses to the start at 645. Was pretty cold at start line waiting for the race start so bring a throw-away shirt or mylar blanket. The first about 18 miles are significantly downhill with beautiful scenery. From there the course flattens out and might feel difficult after the downhill. I personally struggled the last 5 miles, but was still able to get a BQ. Finish line had plenty of shady places to rest and a few things to eat/drink

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Was and still is one of the iconic trail races in the US. Lots of hype and lots of activities pre-race at race HQ. The race starts with a several … MORE

Was and still is one of the iconic trail races in the US. Lots of hype and lots of activities pre-race at race HQ. The race starts with a several mile climb up the escarpment. The top gives a great view of lake tahoe area. From there it’s rolling hills, mostly single track all the way to the canyon portion of the race. The canyons are hot and the descent and ascents are significant, with Devil’s Thumb (47) and Michigan Bluff (55) climbs taking almost 2 miles each. Once you reach Foresthill (62miles-super fun and exciting aid station) you can have a pacer join you and if your legs are feeling good the rolling (mostly) downhill to the American river crossing can be fast. Once crossing the river its a short, steep climb to Green Gate (80). The final 20 miles are “runnable” single track, although still rolling. There is a good bit of uphill in the final miles to reach the road at Robie Point aid station(99) and a steep hill just past it, but from there its a joyous downhill to the track at Placer HS and the finish line

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