When training for their first distance race, new runners usually worry about things like mileage, shoes, what to wear, water, what to eat. They don’t think about chaffing… until they experience it. Unfortunately for me and fortunately for you, I have experienced it and have some tips, tricks, and favorite products. These five brands have … Continue reading Minimizing Chafage
Quest for the Crest 50k Race Report
Beta: Location: Burnsville, NC - Black Mountains, Mt. Mitchell State Park Date: May 19, 2018 Distance: 33 miles / 53.1km Elevation Gain: 11,732 feet / 3576 meters Surface: 90% single track, 10% paved road Weather: 63-75 degrees, crazy mix of sunny, foggy, torrential rain, and sunny again Course consists of three major climbs and three … Continue reading Quest for the Crest 50k Race Report
Top 10 Running & Outdoor Podcasts
I spend a lot of time on the go, and sometimes listening to something other than music is a must. Thanks to the internet, any asshole with a computer can generate a top 10 list! So here are the podcasts that I don't miss an episode of and you should check out too. Running Podcasts: … Continue reading Top 10 Running & Outdoor Podcasts
WC-50 Ultra Trail Marathon – 50 Mile
Beta: Location: US National Whitewater Center, Charlotte, NC Date: October 14, 2017 Distance: 51 miles Elevation Gain: 5,000ft Surface: 90% single track, 10% double track Weather: 60-83 degrees, mostly cloudy New course for 2017, covering three 17-mile loops instead of the typical 4 loops of 13 in previous years. Each loop had approximately 1700 ft. … Continue reading WC-50 Ultra Trail Marathon – 50 Mile
Mountains n' Shit 