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timlooney
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 posted Apr-16-2007 02:18 PM
   
Hello all. I did the 50 miler at McNaughton this past Saturday. This race consists of a 10 mile loop that people were running anywhere from 5 to 15 times. Yes, you read that right - there were people out there running 150 miles. I kind of felt bad only running 50. (although not enough to make me want to run more than 50).I posted a brief report of my McNaughton 50 Miler on my blog. The race didn't go well for me. My previous 50 miler I finished in 10:20. This time I was out there 13:40 or so. It was a tough day out there. I couldn't even imagine running 10 or 15 loops of that course especially under the conditions. ------------------
“Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go.” -
T.S. Eliot as quoted in the participants guide for the Western States Endurance Run. timlooney my WS100 blog
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TammyM
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posted Apr-16-2007 02:22 PM
running this kind of distance is just too difficult to wrap my brain around, Tim. I know the time wasn't what you hoped for, but the fact that you were out there running for over 13 hrs is simply amazing to me and actually renders me speechless.
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timlooney
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posted Apr-16-2007 06:53 PM
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Originally posted by TammyM:
running this kind of distance is just too difficult to wrap my brain around, Tim. I know the time wasn't what you hoped for, but the fact that you were out there running for over 13 hrs is simply amazing to me and actually renders me speechless.
Thanks Tammy. It really is simple - left foot, right foot, repeat. 
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TammyM
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posted Apr-16-2007 06:59 PM
 LOL. Simple is as simple does, eh?
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cajohnson5
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posted Apr-16-2007 07:19 PM
tim -- amazing! cj
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Ileneforward
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posted Apr-16-2007 08:16 PM
You are one tough runner timlooney! I know I could never do 50 miles of repeat loops. Congratulations on an awesome achievement, and rest well, you deserve it.
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MarkGuy
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posted Apr-16-2007 08:52 PM
Tim, sounds like some tough miles in there. Regardless of your time, I have to think you're tougher and better prepared, both mentally and physically for The Western States in June. Nice job to hang in there and finish.Mark
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TomD
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posted Apr-16-2007 09:56 PM
Good going Tim, I ran this one in 2002 and 2003. I really enjoyed myself there both times. There was not anything longer than 50 miles then. I had heard about the 100 miles, but the 150 miles is new to me. That would be some challenge.
TomD
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Spareribs
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posted Apr-17-2007 07:44 AM
Well done Tim, at any speed. Ultras are tough events for tough people. I am amazed anyone can do them. Great job. Spareribs
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JJJessee
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posted Apr-17-2007 08:57 AM
Congrats on the finish. Regardless of conditions those loop- course ultras are psycho-killers. Its so easy to bail at the start/finish after the trail has dished out its worst. It takes a tough runner and someone to give you a little push back on to the track doesn't hurt either. Your report was inspiring. Hope WS goes well for you.
JJJ
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Barefoot Rick
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posted Apr-17-2007 09:36 AM
Just the fact that you finished is impressive. There will be other days to beat previous times. I am in awe!!BR ------------------
Barefoot Running ... So easy, a caveman could do it!" - Barefoot Rick @ www.barefootrunner.org
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timlooney
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posted Apr-17-2007 11:16 AM
Thanks everyone. I learn a lot from all of you on how to run a successful race.
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Econo
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posted Apr-17-2007 12:34 PM
"I kind of felt bad running only 50." LOL! Now that's funny. Marvelous job, ultra-man -- it's not right to focus just on finishing time alone.
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Canfit
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posted Apr-17-2007 01:11 PM
Great job, Tim! I like many others here can only imagine what 50 miles is like. I'd be asleep after about 6 hours!
PJ
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tselbs
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posted Apr-17-2007 06:04 PM
Tim, you and all the other ultra runners are amazing. You sure are an inspiration for the rest of us.TomS
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FlyingFinn
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posted Apr-17-2007 07:48 PM
Tim, incredible! The thought of 50 miles is beyond me. You had mud and treacherous hills to boot. I don't know how you did it. Guess that's why I'm not an ultra runner and you are! A huge congratulations!
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