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Race Report: JFK50

DCtoPgh — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:06:58 GMT

Hey everyone. I ran the JFK50 yesterday and it was an epic race. I wanted to share my pictures and story in case anyone ran it this year or plans to run it in the future. Happy ultrarunning

How Do You Count Cross Training Mileage?

Caren Jew — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 23:44:00 GMT

For those of you who cross-train, how do those miles translate to running miles for you? I took 2 months off from running earlier this summer because of plantar fasciitis and started mountain biking. I'm finally back to running about 20 miles a week, with a long run of 10, and 10-12 miles on the mountain bike. Does the biking mileage equal a 10-12 mile run? Or do you not count those in your weekly mileage? I'm trying to get my base built back up to 35-40/week for some winter 50Ks.

Thanks for your help.

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trail shoes, might buy mailorder for first time

effzee — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 12:21:48 GMT

Hi,

I need some shoes for offroad running. I'm not an "Ultra" guy, but I do all my running on fields and through forests. I need some new shoes but don't really have much to choose from at stores here, so I'm thinking of going mail order and would really like it to work out on the first attempt, which is why I'm asking here.

Till now my only offroad shoe has been my Nike Jagged Ice, and they've served me well, but they're a winter shoe and too warm for the hot summers here. What I want is something for normal feet, stone protection, good tread, breathable, neutral, minimalist features but robust.. Doesnt have to be super lightweight. Salomon seem like they'd be good, but there are so many other brands out there... I'd appreciate any reports, opinions,

Thank you all,

Reactions to the book: Born to Run

joeyverville — Tue, 19 May 2009 04:20:39 GMT

Has anyone read the book Born to Run? by Christopher McDougall? I posted this question on the B&B but no one has responded so far. I'd love to hear from you ultra and trail runners about your reactions...I thought it was wonderful--hard to get started but really got into it after a while. There is a story line about Caballo Blanco and the Tarahumara but also woven into the book are tons of facts and research information about running, evolution, science, barefoot running and athletic footwear, longevity in running/life, etc. I was more than just a little fascinated by the men and women who participate in distance running. I thinking about my activities in a whole new way. I'd love to hear /read how others of you feel about the book. Please post! And thanks!

50k one month before BQ atempt???

wing zero — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 22:25:00 GMT

Ok, there was just a thread about ultras affecting marathon times, but I wanted to start another one concerning my specific situation.

I am on a training program to try to BQ on the Houston marathon on Jan 13th but I would also like to run the Sunmart 50k on Dec. 8th.
If I run the 50k it gives me 5 weeks until the Houston marathon to recover.
2 questions

1) Is a 50k too long of a race to do as the last long run before the marathon attempt. Since I will have to run the 50k slow, will this reverse some of my speedy Boston BQ workouts?

2) Usually you should do your longest long run before the marathon 3-4 weeks away. Since this 50k is 5 weeks away, will I have to run another decent sized long run before the marathon or should I just taper for the whole 5 weeks?

Thanks for the replies!

New to the longer-than-26.2 scene...

Billiken on the Run — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:53:35 GMT

As the subject line states, I'm new to the ultra area. I'm considering a 50k next spring and was wondering which of these two plans any of you more experienced folks would prefer or thoughts on both/either. The main difference is that one has back to back runs on the weekends. Any other plans or thoughts are greatly appreciated as well. The event I'm targeting is the Double Chubb 50k (http://www.stlouisultrarunnersgroup.net/doublechubb.htm). It's hilly and on trails.

Background notes: done 2 marathons (St. Louis & Chicago), a 25k (this was last year's Double Chubb), probably 10 half marathons, many other, shorter distance races, both trail and road. I've also done a few sprint distance tri's and an olympic distance.

Thanks,

Joe

Horse shoes and poop on the trails

Gale Bernhardt — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:44:25 GMT

In recent weeks, I've encountered several displeased hikers, runners and trail maintenance volunteers that are unhappy (very, very unhappy in some cases) with how horse owners treat/share the trails with others. (Before you horse owners get prickly about this, know that I am a former horse owner.)

1) Should horses that share public trails be required to be shod with rubber shoes (rather than steel) to reduce the wear and tear on the trails?

2) Should horses be required to either wear tail bags that catch all of the poop, or at minimum, should horse owners be required to dismount a horse and push his or her horse's poop off the main trail so trail hikers, runners, kids and mountain bike riders aren't forced to wear said horse's poop in some form or another?

What do you think?

Trail Shoes...on a budget

Jescatmic — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 18:40:08 GMT

Hey all!

I'm a outside sidewalk/street runner, in the South. When the weathers bad I go into the Y and get on the treadmill, ugh.

So, I love the trails! but I do not have trail shoes.

Working on a tight budget. I run in asics now and have a low arch. as far as running on the insides of my feet or outsides??ummm? Oh and I'd consider my foot wide, because it's certianly not narrow! ha!

Beat the Heat 7.8m Trail Run Ellijay, GA Oct 10th.

Mercades 1/2 b-ham 2010 feb.

Gate River Run march 2009 jacksonville (first 15k) 1h 46

Race for the Cure 5k 2009 atl. 28.56min

New to Ultras - Need Advice

Matt Runs 4 Funds — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 02:26:04 GMT

In about 2 weeks I plan on starting to train for my first ultra. The first will be a 50 miler in February, mainly as a qualifier for the Vermont 100 in July. I'm concerned about the time involved, and what impact that might have on my relationships with friends and family, and overall life.

I'd like to hear from others who run/train for ultras, and their stories and advice. Thanks in advance!

BRENDAN BRAZIER at Stanford Campus this Friday at 7pm!!!

distancegirl21 — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 22:36:55 GMT

For those of you in the Bay area, triathlete and ultramarathoner Brendan Brazier will speaking in Building 200, Room 002 at 7pm this Friday, October 16th. Listen to him talk about running/sustainability and ask questions and get autographs!!!

Map: http://campus-map.stanford.edu/index.cfm?ID=01-200