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Day 15 The third week began with humid, wet conditions from the leftovers of the rainstorms Saturday evening. Mist descended onto the racecourse but few drops fell and temps stayed cool. The coolest customer was Ashprihanal Aalto who sported a...
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Day 14 Two weeks have come to an end, but the 3100 Mile Race moves along. Eight runners passed the 60 mile barrier, with three of the usual suspects reaching 70 miles or more. The forecasted rain moved into the area, with drenching showers lasting...
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...
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Day 13 Ten of the 'Terrific12' made it past sixty miles. The weather cooperated, with average humidity, some breezes and later cloud cover. Temps never went past 80ºF. Four intrepid runners pushed past seventy miles. Messrs Atmavir Petr Spacil...
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...
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Day 12 Moderate temps and cloud cover offered runners a chance to enhance their placings and fitness in the 52-day race. Atmavir Petr Spacil and Galya Balatskyy led the fray at the front, again posting over 70+ miles each for the 12th consecutive day....
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...
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Day 11 Weather is good- humidity low, air clear. Let's run. That is what they did. Five slid past 70 miles and nine of the 12 went past 60+. It is a sight to see- runners moving at a good clip, their fitness seemingly gaining, their resolve steadfast...
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Day 10 In a imaginary blink of an eye, we have seen 10 days of the 3100. Four intrepid runners are averaging over 70 miles a day. Yuri Trostenyuk sits in fourth place with 704.11 miles, his determination resolute and his smile simmering just below...
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...
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Day 9 The saga continued as the runners dealt with a warm but less humid day, topping off around 88ºF(29C). Ashprihanal Aalto continued his assault with another 78.4 mile day. He was even clicking off 6:00 minute laps for the last hour or so. Atmavir...
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...
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Week 2 Day 8 On a summer day full of humidity, sunshine, swirling winds, rain episodes and warm temperatures, the field of 12 advanced into the second week. Eight of the group advanced past 60 miles, led by the group of three at the top- Ashprihanal...
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Day 7 A week has transpired. The runners are feeling the seriousness of the task, but their fitness level is really startng to appear. Ashprihanal Aalto continues to amaze with a 77.3 mile day. He is averaging 79.02 miles for the week, which is...
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Day 6 With the race now through six days, there is a standard of comparison in the world of running, particularly ultrarunning. Six days is the normal 'super long' multiday in running jargon. Most people who are associated with multiday events...
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...
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...