This race is difficult. I have run 40 marathons (6 ultras) and this one still takes the cake. The last 10 miles of elevation and terrain of this race are … MORE
This race is difficult. I have run 40 marathons (6 ultras) and this one still takes the cake. The last 10 miles of elevation and terrain of this race are the hardest. If you like a challenge this is the race to sign up for. The aid stations were well stocked and the volunteers/ local first responders were great. The year I ran it rained the whole time and it was around 37 degrees. It was rough but I prefer that to the stories of the mosquitos on course in the warmer years. There are many sections of the course that are not clearly trails, more like rock scrambles and some guesswork until you spot a course marker – so pay close attention as you go along and the tired runner’s brain sets in. Study the course map and elevation, know what you’re getting into and give it your all!
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A Tough One
This race is difficult. I have run 40 marathons (6 ultras) and this one still takes the cake. The last 10 miles of elevation and terrain of this race are … MORE
This race is difficult. I have run 40 marathons (6 ultras) and this one still takes the cake. The last 10 miles of elevation and terrain of this race are the hardest. If you like a challenge this is the race to sign up for. The aid stations were well stocked and the volunteers/ local first responders were great. The year I ran it rained the whole time and it was around 37 degrees. It was rough but I prefer that to the stories of the mosquitos on course in the warmer years. There are many sections of the course that are not clearly trails, more like rock scrambles and some guesswork until you spot a course marker – so pay close attention as you go along and the tired runner’s brain sets in. Study the course map and elevation, know what you’re getting into and give it your all!