Dynamic Duo 1000
Today was an unusual and special day all in one. First the vehicles had to be moved off of the street onto the small courtyard by the sidewalk due to street repairs. Then we saw the two women runners both reach 1000 miles within an hour of each other....
Run, Rest, Run
A quick look at some of the sights around the 'camp' as the runners spend the day running, eating and a bit of resting. This is where the runners get their credit for another lap completed, food and drink, support from helpers and well-wishers, and a...
Good Morning 3100
Having a very international field of runners and helpers is a good way to learn the basics of many languages. Today all the runners and some of the helpers as well offered 'Good Morning' greetings in their native languages. You can see that the...
The Journey of 1000 Miles-by Arpan
'The journey of 1000 miles begins with one step' is a familiar aphorism which is very apropos to this race, especially today. Late last night Ashprihanal reached the first 1000 miles and it seems like only yesterday the race started with the first...
Farewell Pradeep-by Arpan
Every day on this adventure has special moments. Some of those moments involve welcoming new friends and helpers and some days we have to say good-bye to friends or helpers who usually have to get back to work. Pradeep has been devotedly helping...
Full Time Helpers-by Arpan
Two of the many full time helpers were on hand today to explain some of the many tasks necessary to keep this race and the runners running smoothly. There are many people behind the scenes who help to administer the very complex logistics of the...
Birthday on the Run- by Arpan
Having a birthday during the 3100 mile race can be quite exciting. Customized cakes, lots of enthusiastic helpers singing the birthday songs, and lots of hungry runners to happily devour the cake are all part of the birthday celebrations. Today was...
Cheerfulness Triumphs-by Arpan
In this ever-moving adventure everyone is finding their pace and dealing with their own challenges daily. Surasa has had some health setbacks but perseveres cheerfully as she stays the course and continues on confidentally. In this short but uplifting...
700 Miles-by Arpan
As the second week is underway and runners are acclimating to their new lifestyle, the race goes on with many helpers, counters, cooks, and spectators offering support and encouragement. At the end of the day the results board is the main center of...
Happy Fathers' Day-by Arpan
More rain welcomed the runners at the start of the second week which happens to be Fathers' Day in the U.S.A.. Light rain is usually welcomed by the runners as it cools things down and keeps the sun and heat away. This morning, as with every morning...
3100 Race Kitchen-by Arpan
If you are wondering how these twelve runners are fed enough to run and walk up to 18 hours a day then you may want to watch this quick tour of the race kitchen. Some of the expert chefs were on hand this morning to give us a glimpse into how much...
Personal Handlers-by Arpan
Some of the runners have helpers for most of the day. These helpers, also called 'handlers', have a big responsibility to cater to the many needs of the runners as they try to maintain their strength and energy Throughout these long 18 hour days of...
Veterans and Visitors
Besides the regular workers and helpers that come to assist the runners in their epic quest the race also gets many visitors, both local and from afar. Interestingly veterans of the race itself love to come and help and watch as they can relate to the...
Veterans and Visitors
Besides the regular workers and helpers that come to assist the runners in their epic quest the race also gets many visitors, both local and from afar. Interestingly veterans of the race itself love to come and help and watch as they can relate to the...
Interview with Grahak
Grahak Cunningham currently ranks third fastest time in the world for the 3100 mile race. In 2012 Grahak won this race in 43 days, 10 hours and 36 minutes, almost three days ahead of the second place finisher. This fact does not make it any easier to...
Working Out The Kinks-by Arpan
After the first two days of relatively high mileage as the runners break in to a new very active lifestyle, the legs start to feel a bit fatigued. There is still lots of enthusiasm and energy from morning until midnight for many of the runners and...
Hi Mom-Greetings from Nirbhasa
A short and sweet interview with Nirbhasa, our runner from Ireland, as he runs on the third day of this epic journey. ...
Into the Night-by Arpan
After a long hot and humid day with some scattered rain, the runners run late into the night trying to get as many miles in before midnight when the race closes down for 6 hours. With sore legs after a long first day the runners are slowly adjusting...
Let The Journey Begin-by Arpan
After many months of training and preparation these twelve brave runners toe the starting line and start their epic journey with tremendous enthusiasm and support. These few photos can give you a glimpse of what the scene was like at the start of the...
