I went out a bit too fast in the first two miles. A lot of time midrace, I was in a gap without anyone to run with. I might have lost some concentration around miles 5-8 and slowed down. Had serious quad tightening and cramping after the run across the grass around mile 9. By the finish I was just one hard push away from the quads totally seizing up.

Start just a little slower. Train more for hilly and trail terrain. Drink more at aid stations early in race. I need to be more mentally tough at the end of the race.

Post race cramping in quads and feet.


Leg strength. Tightening in quads.


There were many volunteers, and the course was well marked. The race director is a really nice guy and puts on a quality event. The aid stations are at irregular intervals, which is pretty normal for a trail race. There were lots of raffle prizes and post-race refreshments. It is a small event (limited to 250 for the half/half relay) with a very friendly atmosphere. The finisher medals were glass and very nice. Overall and age group awards are roots, which is unique.