Robin did great on his first 50K at Baker Lake. The Garmin had 31 and was short a mile or more all day to the course miles. SportTracks had the adjusted mileage at 33.5.
We did the early start at 7 AM and ran the first 20-21 miles with Michelle and Eric in 5:30 (15.46/mile), singing and hooting like Mad Monkeys. We got a lot of smiles and a few return hoots from the many runners passing back on forth. Michelle decided to take a short and well deserved break at the Aid Station and we were ready to move on. My kids amaze me, they run so well with very little training. He took the lead and ran steady and strong for the last 12.5 miles in 2:20, 11:18/mile.
The normal single out and back course was revised this year because of washed out bridges. Shawn (RD) and TC ran till 4AM to mark the trail section. Now that’s a dedicated RD and crew. Many thanks to Shawn, Tony, Arthur, Jon, Laura, and the other volunteers for their time and a great event.
The first 4 miles were uphill on gravel, then back down two on gravel to the main AS. Then began the two out and backs (14 miles and 10 miles) on beautiful single track trail along the lake. The trial along the lake was a mix of flat and rolling hill sections, mostly smooth with maybe a third narrow with roots and rocks.
James, Chris and the other elites were amazingly fast on the course. We got to see everyone multiple times in the three out and back sections. Michelle recovered well after her break and ran well for the last third. Robin and I hitched a ride back up the road and meet Michelle and Eric and ran in the last mile or so with them. Michelle and Eric finished in just over 9 hours, with Mad Monkey #2 carrying her across the finish line threshold for their anniversary.
We stayed a while to watch the last runners come in and chat with friends. Then, we changed into dry clothes, headed to Red Robin with Jane, and began the long drive home in the drizzle. Another wonderful weekend of running and friends.
Life is good. Hugs to you all and peace be with you.
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Little did I know, long ago, when I stepped into that first Pilates class, just what a blessing it would turn out to be. Not because of the wonderfulness of Pilates, but because it led us to the Stoyles family. As I've told both of you, your children have commented on how glad they are that you met us, but I think that we are the lucky ones - your entire family enriches our lives, and I look forward to sharing the good times (and I suppose, some bad,too - I acknowledge that reluctantly, but realistically) with all of you. You are the best!
Yeah Michelle, whatever, ditto I guess.
Well now it's just Leavenworth and Robin can get that Marathon Maniac Monkey off his back! Did we say you could sleep on the floor? We meant the back porch. Just wanted to make sure we were on the same page ;-)
It's cool that running has taken root with your children's lives. No pressure but do you think you can get your grandchildren to run a marathon? I guess your kids should technically get married first.
Cheers,
Buzz
What's with all this lovey dovey sentimental stuff? Congrats to Robin! Hopefully he didn't get sick for using my experimental Camelbak :)
Congrats to Robin! I saw that camel back - it's amazing the boy survived! ;-)
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